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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Introduced Legislation to Call for Any Agreement Made Between Trump and Putin to Be Approved by Congress
Jackson Lee—“ Both Trump and Putin cannot be trusted to make agreements that not only benefit the United States, but which do not threaten the very fabric of our democracy. The United States Congress possesses an inherent and vital responsibility to investigate threats to democracy and must not succumb to partisanship that may lead to complicity in the deterioration of our democratic system.”
Judge Rules Trump Administration Must Stop Giving Psychotropic Drugs to Migrant Children Without Permission
A federal judge reportedly ordered the Trump administration on Monday to stop administering psychotropic medication to migrant children without obtaining permission from their parents or guardians, finding that the practice violated child welfare law.
Jerome Love Joins U.S. Chamber Foundation Annual Conference As Featured Speaker
Love highlights post-Harvey business recovery efforts on national stage
Jerome Love, CEO and founder of Texas Black Expo, took the stage with national dignitaries and corporate leaders as a featured speaker at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 7th Annual Building Resilience Through Private-Public Partnerships (PPP) Conference in Washington, D.C., July 24 – 25.
Dallas Police Turned Down Donation From Group Led By Dallas Mavs CEO Cynthia Marshall
The Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynthia Marshall had planned to bring breakfast to police as a gesture to recognizes the Dallas officers killed in the July 7th ambush as well as two black men killed by police across the nation earlier that same week in 2016.
Keep Austin, Austin? Report Questions Namesake's Support of Slavery
The city of Austin was named after Stephen F. Austin, who is referred to as the "Father of Texas."
O’Rourke Visiting Cities During 34-Day Drive Across Texas
Candidate for the U.S. Senate Beto O'Rourke will continue his 34-day grassroots drive across Texas. This follows the El Paso Congressman's travels to all 254 counties of Texas as his people-powered campaign continues to hold open dialogues with Republicans, Democrats, independents and non-voters alike.
METRO Leader Recognized Nationally as Transit Manager of the Year
The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is recognizing METRO President & CEO Tom Lambert as its Outstanding Public Transportation Manager for 2018.
Houstonians Team Up to Help Immigrants Released From ICE Custody
As immigrant families released from ICE custody pass through Houston, a group of local women are helping them as they head to their final destinations and beyond. Over the weekend, Dionne Ukleja and volunteers gathered travel essentials in bags to give to more than 100 parents and children at the Greyhound bus terminal downtown.
City to Pay $65K to White Cop Who Was Taunted for Being 18% Black
A white police officer in Michigan who says he was taunted by fellow officers when he told them that he was part black will receive a $65,000 settlement, his attorney said. Sgt. Cleon Brown, a 19-year veteran with the police department in Hastings, Michigan, said a series of taunts began in 2016 when he took a genetic test through Ancestry.com and learned that he was 18% African.
Dallas Pastor Blasts Jerry Jones In Open Letter Over Anthem Policy
n the open letter, a Dallas pastor criticized Dallas Cowboys’ owner Jerry Jones and leadership staff over his controversial stance forbidding players to protest during the national anthem. Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III published the letter to Jones this week and his church, Friendship West Baptist, published a video of the pastor reading the letter.
New National Poll Finds Consumers Still Want Financial Regulation
A decade ago, the entire nation suffered through a financial crisis that led to the brink of a global financial collapse. While Wall Street reckoned with its risky practices, America’s families suffered lost wealth of nearly $2 trillion, half of it coming from communities of color who were targeted for high-cost and unsustainable mortgages.
Adult Coloring Book Highlights the Beauty of Black Female Entrepreneurs
Makes History as the First Book of It’s Kind!
North Carolina mover and shaker Latoya Nicole is a mental health professional, entrepreneur, and the brains behind 24 Shades of Business: A Coloring Book for the Black Entrepreneur’s Soul as quoted in Curly Nikki. The book features images of beautiful, boss women who are bloggers, doctors, makeup artists, teachers, yoga instructors, etc.
New Book Tells the Story of an African American Woman’s Journey From the Cotton Fields of Mississippi to Becoming a Millionaire
The Road from Money, The Journey to Find Why by Sylvester Boyd Jr. is based on true stories told to him by several family members raised in Money, Mississippi from 1925 to 1937. He has woven both fact and fiction into a dynamic portrayal of historical events of the era; including music, inventions and the journey of a young Negro girl and her family living under the trying times of Jim Crow in the South.
The Upside Down of Diversity at the State University of New York
Recently, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo asked the State University of New York (SUNY) to reexamine its existing diversity plans to ensure these plans are furthering New York’s goals of diversity and inclusion. He requested SUNY to prepare a report due by August 15, 2018 outlining how it will expand and increase diversity representation on its campuses.
BlackDoctor.org (BDO) Announces 2018 Top Hospitals For Diversity
BlackDoctor.org (BDO), the leading health and wellness online destination for African Americans, announces its 2018 Top Hospitals For Diversity. These hospitals represent all regions of the United States. Each hospital on this distinguished list delivers quality care at the highest level, while promoting equity and inclusion in their operations, programs, services, and staffing. Among the notable hospitals on the list are Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center and CedarsSinai.
Restaurant Manager Fired After Telling Black Woman to “Get Out”
Xzaveria Vaqua, a 37-year old Black woman from Kansas City, became one of the most recent victims of discrimination and racism when the manager of Tomfooleries Restaurant & Bar told her to “get out” of the restaurant. She posted the video on social media, and the manager was fired the day after. Her post also sparked protests calling for a boycott of the restaurant.
New 18-Inch African Americans Dolls Build Confidence, Self-Awareness and… Entrepreneurs!
BrainsandBeautyDolls.com is a new Black-owned company creating dolls to empower little girls all over the world. The company prides itself on designing unique dolls that will make a difference in children’s lives. Their mission is giving a gift that will build character, confidence, self-awareness and the power to reach your full potential. By feeding the mind with empowering phrases and playing with toys that represent who you are.
The African American Author Whose Story Became the Movie “The Butler” to Debut New Book About Race, Hope and High School Sports
Fifty years ago, in 1968, civil rights leaders were killed and social tensions spiked. One of the great untold stories of that year is newly available from the same author whose story became the movie The Butler.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Re-Elects Deborah Catchings-Smith to Second Term as International President
Based on her campaign platform to remain focused with 20/20 vision, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s grand chapter of delegates re-elected Deborah Catchings-Smith to a second two-year term as international president during the organization’s national convention (boule) in Dallas earlier this month. Catchings-Smith was installed along with seven national officers, including First Vice President Rasheeda Liberty, who was also re-elected to a second term.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Aids Dallas HBCU During International Convention
With less than four years to go until its centennial celebration, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority is focused on accelerating and expanding its community service impact across the country. During its 57th biennial convention in Dallas, which was held from July 11 to 15, the African American sorority shattered previous attendance records. Members participated in three community service projects and attended more than 16 different workshops and activities while delegates focused on the future during the sorority’s business meetings. A record-breaking $88,000 was donated to six charities during the convention.
Prince’s Former Hair Stylist and Confidant For 29 Years Tells Her Story in New Book
Kim Berry, elite hair stylist and confidant to Prince for 29 years, will be announcing some exciting information about her soon to be released and highly anticipated book about her life with Prince, entitled Diamonds N Curlz: My Incredible Journey with Prince.
LeBron James Opens I Promise School in Hometown of Akron for At-Risk Kids
As he drove to the school he was helping open in his hometown, LeBron James’ emotions brought him back to when he was the same age as the kids who were starting school there Monday.
Beyoncé Hires Tyler Mitchell, 23, to Shoot Her September 2018 Vogue Cover, 1st Black Photographer in Magazine’s 126-Year History
According to huffingtonpost.com, musical icon Beyoncé received unprecedented control over the cover of the upcoming September issue of Vogue magazine, and in turn hired Tyler Mitchell, 23, to be her photographer. Mitchell will become the first black photographer to shoot a cover in the publication’s 126-year history.
ResApp Completes Enrolment in SMARTCOUGH-C-2 Study
ResApp Health Limited (ASX:RAP), a leading digital health company developing smartphone applications for the diagnosis and management of respiratory disease, is pleased to announce the completion of enrolment in its SMARTCOUGH-C-2 study. The SMARTCOUGH-C-2 study is evaluating the efficacy of the ResAppDx smartphone application for the diagnosis of childhood acute respiratory disease using cough sounds and has enrolled a total of 1,470 patients at three hospital sites in the United States.
Get Affordable Fresh Produce Before End of Get Moving Houston Farmer's Markets 2018 Season
The Houston Health Department (HHD) encourages Houstonians to make plans to visit Get Moving Houston Farmer’s Markets before the end of the 2018 season. The markets, which wrap-up the season in October, offer access to affordable fruits and vegetables.
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. Now in its 6th year, the Emerging Leaders Institute has graduated over 200 young leaders across a variety of industries and business sectors. The graduation ceremony will take place at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas near Downtown Houston and will feature remarks from area leaders.
Houston’s Levy Park Named a Finalist of the 2018 ULI Urban Open Space Award
OJB Landscape Architecture has transformed a forgotten park into an unforgettable urban park in the heart of Houston, Texas.
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) has announced that Levy Park, a major park revitalization project designed by OJB Landscape Architecture (OJB), is one of five finalists for the prestigious 2018 ULI Urban Open Space Award, a worldwide competition. This is OJB’s third urban park to be recognized by the ULI, as the firm previously won consecutive Urban Open Space Awards for Myriad Botanical Gardens in Oklahoma City (2015) and Klyde Warren Park in Dallas (2014).
Astros Foundation to Donate $75K to Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation
Funds to be allocated to Santa Fe ISD Police Department and Santa Fe Strong Fund
The Astros Foundation announced today a donation to the Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation in the amount of $75,000 in light of the tragic school shooting that took place in May.
GirlTrek’s #RoadToSelma Tour Headed to Houston on Aug. 8th
GirlTrek, the largest national public health nonprofit and movement for Black women and girls, is bringing radical self-care and healing to the city of Detroit as part of its yearlong, 50-stop #RoadToSelma tour, a national wellness revival complete with storytelling, sweat, self-care and sisterhood.
Kindergartener or college student, your child with allergies needs to prepare for back to school
Different ages need to plan differently before school starts in the fall
Every kid with seasonal allergies or asthma – from kindergartener on up – must be prepared to go back to school ready to face triggers that could set them sneezing and wheezing with red, itchy eyes. And every kid with a food allergy, no matter the age, needs to be on alert to make sure they know what foods to avoid, and what to do if they have a severe allergic reaction at school.
Mexico Grand Hotels Offers a Gateway to Cabo’s Most Thrilling Adventures
The award-winning, Los Cabos based hotel group, Mexico Grand Hotels boasts a wide range of recreational activities varying from golf and fishing to adventure tours and wildlife encounters. On property, or out on the water, Marina Fiesta Resort & Spa and Hacienda Encantada Resort & Residences provide the ultimate gateway for adventure seekers looking to explore Los Cabos beyond its nightlife and enjoy an active vacation.
University of Pennsylvania Professor Ebony Elizabeth Thomas Offers List of Children’s Books That Accurately Depict Slavery
Children in the U.S. are often introduced to America’s troubled and cruel history through movies, television programs, and children’s books. Historical fiction is frequently the means by which children learn about atrocities such as the enslavement of African Americans, racial segregation, Japanese-American internment, and the genocide of Native Americans.
Octavia Spencer, LeBron James Limited Series About Madam C.J. Walker Lands at Netflix
It’s official: Octavia Spencer and LeBron James’ limited series about entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker has landed at Netflix. The streaming outlet made the announcement at its Television Critics Assn. press tour session Sunday.
Jordan Thomas Wins Harvard Debate Competition as He and 24 Other Students from Atlanta Make History
A group of 25 black students from Atlanta, competing against hundreds of young scholars from around the world, made history over the weekend with winning performances in a Harvard debate tournament.
‘The Chi’ Creator Lena Waithe Sets First-Look Deal at Showtime for Hillman Grad Productions
Lena Waithe has signed a first-look deal with Showtime, the premium cabler announced Tuesday. Under the deal, Waithe will develop comedy and drama projects for Showtime that she will both write and produce through her company Hillman Grad Productions.
'Say Her Name' Sandra Bland Documentary to Air on HBO in December
A documentary film on Sandra Bland will run on HBO in December.
Walmart Supports Future Leaders Through Funding to the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Walmart announced $2 million in grants to organizations working to expand internship opportunities for diverse youth populations, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.
Magic Johnson Explains How He Brokered the $154 Million Deal With Lebron James
NBA legend Earvin "Magic Johnson" explained in detail how he brokered the $154 million dollar deal for Lebron James to come and play for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Rising Pearland Track And Field Star Set to Defy All Odds at Junior Olympics
It has been proven the brightest star in the galaxy is not the largest. Despite the size, it radiates with the most brilliant light. The basis of its strength evolves from within its own matter. In human terms, one would call it inner strength; true character or utter will. This description is perfectly fitting for rising Track and Field Star Michaela McCall. She has defied every imaginable statistic, study and/or opinion with her unparalleled speed, endurance and voracious desire to win medals in her sport. There are thousands of Olympic hopefuls in the world of track and field; all are vying to win medals. Despite grueling training and conditioning, few athletes realize their dreams. Michaela’s Coach Edmond Ewing (AKA: Coach E) of Pearland Track Xpress says; Track and Field competitors have an immense speed or profound physical endurance. Rarely, if not at all, a coach finds an athlete like Michaela, who is gifted with both.
Domingo Garcia Takes Reins of LULAC As It Strives to Reach Younger Latinos
Dallas attorney Domingo Garcia was elected president of the League of United Latin American Citizens, the nation's oldest Latino civil rights organization.
Corona's Parent Sharpens Pitch to Hispanic Drinkers
Constellation Brands wants to strengthen its appeal to Hispanic drinkers.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Applauds the award of a $459,000 Grant to fund the University of Houston’s Aging Research Program
Jackson Lee—“This crucial grant project, which is funded through 2021, will research the role of Nrf2 in aging kidney functions. The research will further strengthen the understanding of the role of the kidney, and the underlying mechanisms involved in causing high blood pressure in aging.”
Federal Appeals Court Rules Unanimously to Revive Fast-Food Workers' Landmark Lawsuit Charging Alabama Violated Equal Protection Laws in Blocking Birmingham Minimum Wage Increase
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruled unanimously Wednesday to overturn a lower court’s 2017 dismissal of a lawsuit charging Alabama violated federal equal protection laws when it passed a state law blocking a minimum wage increase to $10.10 an hour for 40,000 workers in Birmingham.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a Senior Member of House Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Homeland Security, Introduced Legislation to Call for any Agreement Made Between Trump and Pu
Jackson Lee—“ Both Trump and Putin cannot be trusted to make agreements that not only benefit the United States, but which do not threaten the very fabric of our democracy. The United States Congress possesses an inherent and vital responsibility to investigate threats to democracy and must not succumb to partisanship that may lead to complicity in the deterioration of our democratic system.”
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Visits Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands To Conduct Oversight over Ongoing Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Jackson Lee—“There must be major sustained efforts to help Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. I continue to fight to ensure American citizens in these regions receive the assistance they need.”
Houston Astros and Texas Rangers Mascot Rivalry Bobblehead Unveiled
Limited Edition bobblehead commemorating the Lone Star Series between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers is now available for purchase exclusively from the National Bobblehead HOF.
Citi Brings Fans Up Close and Personal With Julia Michaels On The Citi Concert Series On TODAY]
Through the Citi Concert Series on TODAY, Citi is offering new ways for fans and customers to experience live music, as well as custom created-content via digital and social platforms and on-site activations.
Montgomery County Choral Society Prepares for Spectacular Season
Part placement events scheduled through Aug. 6
The Montgomery County Choral Society will be holding member singing/vocal placements at the First Methodist Conroe Choir Room 4308 W. Davis St. Conroe, TX 77304.
Ending Keloid Suffering in African American Patients with Innovative Technology
Almost 18 million people suffer from keloids, which are overgrowths of scar tissue around common skin injuries, including surgeries (even C-sections), acne, piercings or cuts. Among them, African-Americans are seven times more prone. For patients, these scars can significantly impact physical appearance and even cause anxiety and depression.
YG's New Album 'Stay Dangerous' Set for August 3rd Release on Def Jam
Multi-platinum Bompton-based rapper YG doubles up today with the launch of the pre-order for his eagerly awaited new album STAY DANGEROUS arriving next Friday, August 3rd via Def Jam Recordings (tracklisting below) – and the release of a new single and music video for one of the album’s premiere tracks, “Handgun” featuring A$AP Rocky. The “Handgun” video will exclusively be broadcasted on BET Jams for the first 24 hours of its release.