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Texan Whitney Mercilus throws Back to school bash
Returning 2 Learning at Lawson Middle School
Houston Texans Whitney Mercilus is returning to the field this season showing NO MERCI, and off the field he is assisting Houston Independent School District students as they are RETURNING 2 LEARNING. Mercilus is working through his foundation, The WithMerci Foundation, to provide underserved children with FREE haircuts, hair styles, schools supplies and vouchers for school clothes.
AARP Launches Sisters from AARP Digital Newsletter Celebrating Gen-X and Baby Boomer African American Women
AARP today is launching "Sisters from AARP," a new digital newsletter celebrating Gen-X and Baby Boomer African American women. The weekly newsletter, reaching subscribers every Tuesday, features entertaining, informative and inspirational content created for black women by black women.
Get Relief from the Summer Heat
New Frozen Mai Tai from Tommy Bahama
Step out of the heat and into the nearest Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar for a refreshing frozen drink. The classic Tommy Bahama Mai Tai is now available as a frozen, slushy cocktail and is the perfect adult treat for relief from the sweltering summer heat. Served from a newly installed frozen drink dispenser, the Mai Tai combines premium spirits and fruit juices into a perfectly smooth consistency full of flavor with every sip.
Harris County Attorney Ryan Files Lawsuit Seeking to Stop Prostitution and Human Trafficking Along “Bissonnet Track”
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan today filed a lawsuit to stop the prostitution and human trafficking that pervades an area on Houston’s west side known as the “Bissonnet Track.”
NABJ rejects Trump attacks on journalists
NABJ passes resolution condemning attacks by President Donald Trump and his administration on press freedom
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) board of directors unanimously passed a resolution on Sunday condemning statements and actions by President Donald Trump and his administration that are detrimental to the freedom of the press. The continued attacks and hostile attitude towards the press must cease.
Lawsuit claims 15 Houston gas stations sell Viagra-laced 'enhancement' pills
KPRC is reporting a lawsuit has been filed Monday claiming that 15 gas stations in the Houston area are selling “male enhancement” pills that contain undisclosed drugs including Viagra.
2018 Summer Games Close With 2,000 Boys and Girls Competing at NRG Arena
The 32nd annual Harris County Precinct One Street Olympics Summer Games, co-sponsored by Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, concluded Friday, Aug. 3 with about 2,000 boys and girls competing in so-called street games.
Houston Parents: Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklists Should Include a Dental Visit
Making a Dental Visit Part of Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklist Can Lead to a Brighter Smile and a Brighter Future
This August, as Houston families prepare for the upcoming school year, dentists and staff from national children’s dental provider Kool Smiles have an important reminder for parents: Remember to keep your kid’s teeth healthy this school year by scheduling a back-to-school dental appointment.
Harris County Students Attend Houston Urban Debate League Summer Institute through CASE Debates
Thirty-four CASE Debates students joined other young debaters at the Houston Urban Debate League (HUDL) Summer Institute last week to develop their public speaking skills and learn more about the theory of debate. The CASE Debates students represented seven schools, three districts and two charter schools in Harris County.
Houston Health Department WIC Program Highlights Benefits of Breastfeeding During National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
The Houston Health Department WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program highlights the overwhelming benefits of breastfeeding this August, National Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
Cracker Barrel Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk by iHEARTMedia, Inc. Supports Women’s Health in Houston
In May of this year, the Cracker Barrel Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk by iHEARTMedia was announced to community leaders from local businesses, churches, professional groups and Houston City officials during a luncheon held at the iHeartMedia offices.
Houston Fire Department Initiative Focuses on Firefighter Health and Safety
The Houston Fire Department has been awarded the 2017 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). It’s an award that will give the department the ability to protect firefighters and maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Due to the extremely busy emergency response system in Houston firefighters are exposed to vehicle fumes on a routine basis. When these vehicles are started, the exhaust infiltrates the living and sleeping areas of the fire stations that are staffed around the clock.
NEW Clinique Launches for Houston
See the new products by Clinique launched this month in Houston: Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly & My Happy Fragrances – both are under $30
Allstate and Tom Joyner Celebrate Family, Fun and Fellowship Labor Day Weekend at the 16th Annual Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion
The popular entertainment host partners again with the insurance company for the event’s 16th year, showcasing Concerts, Family Expo, Celebrities, and Seminars
Tom Joyner, host of the nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show®, and Allstate Insurance Company are celebrating the importance of family fun for every generation at the 2018 Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion®. The prominent event, now in its 16th year, will be held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, FL this Labor Day weekend August 30–September 3.
Grammy Award-winning Superstar Lady Gaga to Launch Exclusive Las Vegas Residency at Park Theater Friday, December 28
Tickets for 27 Performances on Sale Monday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. PT; Citi Cardmember Ticket Pre-Sale Launches Thursday, Aug. 9 at 10 a.m. PT
Six-time GRAMMY Award-winner, Golden Globe Award-winner and Academy Award-nominated superstar entertainer Lady Gaga will launch her exclusive residency at Park Theater at the new Park MGM resort Friday, Dec. 28. Citi is proud to join Lady Gaga and Park MGM as the official credit card of this residency, presented in partnership by Live Nation and MGM Resorts International.
Buick Delivers Peace of Mind at the Gas Pump
ExxonMobil teams with Buick to offer in-dash fuel payments and savings
With road trip season in full swing, Buick and ExxonMobil are debuting a new way to bring simplicity and savings to the pump.
Creed II Starring Michael B. Jordan Coming to Theaters Soon
Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures have debuted the first official film stills from CREED II.
This Family Owns the First Ever Black-Owned Furniture Brokerage — With Access to $200 Million in Factory Direct High-End Custom Furniture!
Texas Wholesale Furniture Co., based in Houston, Texas, is owned and operated by Prairie View A&M Alum, husband and wife team, Brandon and Naima Townsend. Their company works with 200 manufacturers nationwide, and specializes in wholesaling high-end residential and office furniture.
Campus Police Called on Black Woman For Looking Suspicious While Eating Her Lunch and Relaxing
Oumou Kanoute, an African American student attending Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, was “terrified” when the police were called on her while she was just eating lunch in one of the campus’ rooms for students!
13-Year Old Black Girl Needed a Heart Transplant After Being Brutally Attacked by a White Man
Dorika Uwimana has been in the hospital for the past 4 months due to severe injuries after being brutally assaulted by Terry Wayne King II, a white man, while she was on her way to school. Her injuries were so bad that she needed a heart transplant, and it wasn’t until last week that she finally received a new heart.
Filmmaker Rick Famuyiwa Set to Produce Disney Live-Action Fairytale About an African Princess, Titled “Sadé”
Shuri may have new company as a Disney princess with Disney having acquired a live-action fairytale film pitch.
Applications Now Open for 2019 Disney Dreamers Academy to be Held at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
100 high school students to be selected for all-expenses-paid mentoring experience of a lifetime
Applications are being accepted now through Oct. 31, 2018, for the Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence magazine. This annual outside-the-classroom mentoring program is scheduled for March 21-24, 2019, at the Walt Disney Resort in Florida.
Lynden A. Archer, Gary S. May and Gabriel C. Ejebe to be Inducted Into the National Academy of Engineering for 2018
The National Academy of Engineering has 83 new members this year. The new members bring the total number of U.S. members to 2,293. The new members will be inducted in a ceremony in Washington, D.C., on September 30.
OPINION: Why I’m Here For the Badass Black Women of San Diego Comic-Con 2018
As GBN’s resident biracial, millennial nerd, I place a lot of importance on diversity at Comic Con and in the entertainment industry.
Spike Lee Gets Rights to Use Unreleased Prince Song in New Film, ‘BlacKkKlansman’
While Spike Lee’s upcoming BlacKkKlansman movie has already received critical acclaim ahead of its August 10th release, viewers are in for a treat at the end of the movie when a Prince song plays; something the award-winning director believes was meant to be.
Rihanna Becomes 1st Black Woman to Land Cover of British Vogue’s September Issue
Rihanna made history by becoming the first black woman to appear on the cover of British Vogue‘s September issue. Like the publication’s U.S. edition, the September issue is the most prestigious edition of the fashion magazine.
U.S. District Judge Rules Orleans Criminal Court Can No Longer Jail Anyone for Failing to Pay Fines or Fees Without Neutral Hearing
Everyone who owes fines and fees from criminal convictions in Orleans Parish must have the chance to plead poverty in a “neutral forum” before landing in jail for failing to pay, a federal judge ruled Friday.
More than $18 Million Raised at the 20th Anniversary V Foundation Wine Celebration
The Annual Signature Event Has Now Raised More Than $100 Million for the V Foundation
The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is excited to announce the V Foundation Wine Celebration, celebrating its 20th anniversary, raised more than $18 million during a full weekend of events. This year's total included more than $16 million in "Fund-A-Need" donations to support the V Foundation's endowment and nearly $2 million for breast cancer research.
Health Doesn’t Stop When a Hurricane Starts
AmeriHealth Caritas shares tips for staying safe and maintaining health following a hurricane
According to the National Weather Service, the North Atlantic hurricane season is approaching its peak.[i] Hurricanes and other natural disasters don’t discriminate in their victims.
6th Annual Houston AfriFEST – a Festival of African Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Houston, the most diverse city in the U.S. will again take center stage as it pays tribute to the continent of Africa. On Saturday, October 27th, 2018 the Nigerian American Multicultural Council (NAMC) and the African Student Association – Houston Baptist University host its 6th annual Houston AfriFEST - a festival of African arts, culture, and entertainment from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Houston Baptist University, located at 7502 Fondren Rd., Houston, TX 77074.
Houston school with offerings that compare to Lebron James' I Promise School
Founded in 2002, by Cynthia Trigg, a 25-year educator, Evolution Academy is a tuition-free public charter school and drop-off recovery center. Evolution Academy expanded to Houston more than five years ago and also has a campus in Beaumont.
Houston Ballet to Perform at Prestigious Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival 2018
Houston Ballet is proud to perform by invitation at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2018—the oldest internationally acclaimed dance festival in the United States—for the first time in nearly 40 years. Referred to as the “hub and mecca of dancing” by TIME Magazine, Jacob’s Pillow showcases a prestigious lineup of elite dance companies from across the globe and Houston Ballet is thrilled to return to the hallowed stages with performances August 15-18.
Tyler Perry Donates $250K for Harvey Relief
Lakewood Church Pastor Joel Osteen welcomed actor, producer, and director Tyler Perry to the pulpit this past Sunday for a candid conversation about his journey of faith.
Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation to Host Emerging Leaders Institute Graduation Ceremony
The Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (GHHCCF) will celebrate the accomplishments of its newest cohort of Emerging Leaders on Wednesday, August 1st.
Meet the 4 Black Teens Who Created a Generator That Uses Urine As Fuel
Back in 2012, four teenage girls from Africa, who were just 14 and 15-year olds at that time, invented a generator that is powered by what seems to be an unlikely source of electricity: urine.
Rowdy Prebiotic Foods Launches Antioxidant-Rich Superfood Bar
Give your digestive system a boost with a snack designed to nurture and repair your gut health.
Rowdy Prebiotic Foods is expanding their line of all natural energy bars with the launch of their Sunflower Butter N' Berries flavor.
Deadline Nears for Public Comment on 2020 Census Controversies
Before the public comment period on the 2020 Census closes at 11:59 pm on August 7, civil rights organizations continue to amplify the clarion call to Americans to denounce the inclusion of a "citizenship question" on the final census form - a question as to whether respondents are U.S. citizens.
Lake Charles Featured in Top Under-The-Radar US Travel Destinations List
Lake Charles, Louisiana, is known for its delicious Cajun and Creole flavors complemented by an artistic culture. The Southwest Louisiana city was recently recognized by TheTravel.com in an article listing the top under-the-radar travel destinations in the United States.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Convenes Law Enforcement and Community Leaders to Stop The Proliferation of 3-D Guns
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committees on the Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget, and Ranking Member of House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations, will convene law enforcement and community leaders to stop the proliferation of 3-D guns into our communities.
Terry Crews at 50: Family, Football, & Funny
Action-movie hero, sitcom star, syndicated game show host, advertising pitchman, former NFL player and best-selling author all describe the man that is Terry Crews. He’s known for having his shirt off and playing wacky, but memorable characters. He is perhaps best known for playing Julius, the overworked dad on the UPN/CW sitcom Everybody Hates Chris, a tough guy in the feature franchise “The Expendables,” the loveable goofball in “White Chicks,” or his appearances in Old Spice commercials.
Federal judge dismisses "rape kit" lawsuit against last 6 mayors, other officials
A federal district court has dismissed a 2017 lawsuit against Mayor Sylvester Turner, five former Houston mayors, current and former police chiefs and the Houston Forensic Science Center and its CEO over a “rape kit” testing backlog that the city’s independent crime lab eliminated in 2014.
Toyota Hones Focus on Cost Cuts, China as U.S. Hurdles Loom
Toyota Motor Corp. is sharpening its focus on keeping costs in check and fueling demand in China to prepare for challenges in a U.S. market potentially hit by a trade war.
2019 Pro Bowl Presented By Verizon Returns to Orlando
The 2019 Pro Bowl presented by Verizon will return to Camping World Stadium in Orlando on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 3:00 PM ET, the NFL confirmed today.
First Responders Back to School Bash in Kingwood
Council Member Martin encourages all Kingwood residents to attend the First Responders Back to School Bash which will be held on August 16 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in River Grove Park. It's a great way to interact with local law enforcement, and celebrate the end of summer before School starts!
Mayor Turner Announces Creation of Economic Development Subcommittee on Education
Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the creation of the city council Economic Development Subcommittee on Education, which will focus on improving educational opportunities to support a flourishing workforce.
TicketMaster Brings Fans to Every NFL Home Game with Epic, 32-Team Ticket Giveaways
Ticketmaster, the global market leader in ticketing and the official ticketing marketplace of the NFL, just kicked off a first-ever, 32-team season ticket giveaway. Thirty-two lucky fans will win a pair of season-long tickets to all 2018 home games for the NFL team of their choice – one fan per NFL team – courtesy of Ticketmaster.
Houston Health Department Honored for Excellence in Public Health
The Houston Health Department (HHD) was honored with two Model Practice Awards and one Promising Practice Award at the 2018 Annual Conference of the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) in July.
BakerRipley Hosts Annual Back to School Health Fair throughout Houston
BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Health Fair at 5 of its locations throughout Houston.
ACLU of Texas and Texas Southern University Launch Smart Justice Speakers Bureau
A first of its kind certificate program to train formerly incarcerated Texans will launch this September. Announced Thursday, the new ACLU of Texas and Texas Southern University collaboration, the Smart Justice Speakers Bureau, will train formerly incarcerated Texans to speak publicly about criminal justice reform.