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HISTORY: Rosa Parks House in Berlin Returns Home to America

In a backyard in Berlin, a ramshackle house that was once a haven for the civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks is preparing for its third life — back in the United States. It had almost been lost to history, falling into blight, abuse and foreclosure, in Detroit. But in 2016, the American artist Ryan Mendoza shipped the dismantled facade in two containers to his home in Germany. There, it was restored as an art exhibit in his garden in the Wedding neighborhood.

‘Black Love’ is a Ratings Winner for OWN Network; Debuts in Regular Timeslot Tonight

‘Black Love’ is winning. The four-episode documentary featuring a host of celebrity couples talking honestly about marriage’s ups and down debuted to the highest ratings ever for unscripted shows on OWN. The network has ordered more episodes of the hit docu-series which debuted Tuesday with 1.2 million total viewers. Additionally, the premiere of “Black Love” was the #2 most social primetime episode on national cable.

"A Concert for Charlottesville" An Evening of Music and Unity at the University of Virginia's Scott Stadium

Performers include host Dave Matthews Band, Pharrell Williams, Justin Timberlake,Chris Stapleton, Ariana Grande, Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes, The Roots, Cage the Elephant

In response to the recent events in their hometown of Charlottesville, VA, Dave Matthews Band will host an evening of music and unity that will be FREE for members of the Charlottesville and University of Virginia communities through an online request process. The event - produced by Live Nation, Starr Hill Presents and the University of Virginia - will take place on Sunday, September 24, at UVA's Scott Stadium in Charlottesville.

750 Prescriptions Filled for Displaced Houstonians in Need at the George R. Brown Convention Center

Team of Pharmacists in Fully-Functional Pharmacy Trailer Serving Evacuees as part of Kroger’s Harvey Outreach efforts

Kroger’s Mobile Pharmacy Trailer is on-site at the George R. Brown Convention Center to serve displaced Houston families affected by Hurricane Harvey. Hundreds of guests each day are having prescriptions filled. There are no restrictions re: the originating pharmacy--the team can fill prescriptions from any pharmacy, as well as prescriptions written by the on-site DMAT team (disaster medical assistance transport).

How Much Trouble Is Bob Menendez Actually In?

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez goes on trial today in a federal court in Newark, New Jersey, on charges of bribery in regard to his relationship with a campaign donor. Menendez has, from the start, insisted that he is totally innocent. But how much legal peril is Menendez actually in? I reached out to Thomas Cooke, a former assistant state's attorney and assistant public defender in Maryland and a longtime member of the Georgetown University faculty.

Houston Teams and Athletes Step Up for Hurricane Relief

Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander says he'll up his donation to those affected by Hurricane Harvey to $10 million. He had already pledged $4 million but announced the increase Tuesday.

Joel Osteen Says Church Has Opened Doors to Flood Victims

The megachurch led by Joel Osteen is receiving people who need shelter and also helping evacuees with supplies such as baby food, formula and other shelter needs, the church announced via Twitter Tuesday morning.

JJ Watt's Harvey Relief Pushes Higher Still: Beats $10 Million Goal

JJ Watt is a force on the field. His skills extend to fundraisers. The Houston Texans defensive end has been raising money to help victims of Hurricane Harvey and on Thursday he surpassed his latest goal of $10 million.

Amy Schumer: I don't deserve equal pay to Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle

Amy Schumer is clearing up some controversy about her salary. Variety published a story this week about gender pay inequality in Hollywood titled "The Fight for Equal Pay: Women, Minorities on TV Still Making Less Than White Men."

Hurricane Harvey Updates

We have been following the Hurricane closely as I am sure you have. Please stay in your homes and avoid travel. The roads are extremely dangerous and life-threatening.

"From the Field to the Stands" Former NFL TE Andrew Glover

“Chris, keep driving big boy,” says the loud voice bellowing from the football stands at Magnolia High School (Magnolia, Texas). It is an early humid morning and the man behind the voice is in his usual spot with the other dads who have come out to support their sons.

Donald Trump's 57 Most Outrageous Quotes From His Arizona Speech

President Donald Trump went to Arizona on Tuesday night and delivered what has now become a trademark speech: Full of invective, victimhood and fact-free retellings of recent historical events.

NFL’s Michael Bennett said a White Player Needed to Kneel During the Anthem – Seth DeValve Listened

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett sat for the national anthem during the Seahawks’ first two preseason games — something he says he’ll continue to do for the regular season — and he said that it would take a white player joining the national anthem protests to really change the conversation.

College of William and Mary Creating Mural to Honor Lynn Briley, Karen Ely and Janet Brown, 1st Black Students Who Lived on Campus

The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, is commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of the first Black residential students on campus by creating a mural that will be permanently displayed at the university’s Swen Library.

Jose Altuve Named Hickok Belt® Award Winner for July 2017

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has been named the Hickok Belt® Award winner for the month of July 2017. Voting was conducted by a select panel of members of the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). The voters selected Altuve for his torrid hitting throughout the month. In July, he batted .485 with four home runs, 21 RBI and a .727 slugging percentage.

Cleveland Browns Players Kneel, Huddle During National Anthem

Colin Kaepernick still is without an NFL team, but that hasn't discouraged players for following his controversial lead and opting not to stand during the national anthem.

Yes, Donald Trump Really Did Look Into the Sky During the Solar Eclipse

There's literally only one rule with eclipses: Don't look at the sun during them. Which brings me to the President of the United States: And, again: And, because three times is a charm:

'Whitney' Exposes Rifts in Houston's Tragic Life

The oddly punctuated title has multiple meanings in "Whitney. Can I Be Me," a documentary about the late singing star Whitney Houston, a woman torn among various factions and constituencies in a charmed, tormented and too-brief life.

Liberty University Alumni Return Degrees in Protest

More than 200 Liberty University alumni have signed on to a Facebook group proposing they return their degrees in protest of University President Jerry Falwell Jr.'s unwavering support of President Donald Trump.

Measuring Stick: Houston Texans vs New England Patriots

The Houston Texans will take on Super Bowl Champions New England Patriots in their second preseason game. It will be a good test for the Texans as the Patriots have set the bar for excellence in the National Football League. Hopefully, some of that will rub off on Houston as they get a chance to witness first-hand how a champion prepares for the season.

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