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Motown Museum Receives $500,000 Donation From Hudson-Webber Foundation for Expansion
The vision of an expanded space for the world famous Motown Museum is closer to fruition with the donation of $500,000 from the Hudson-Webber Foundation, Business Insider reported.
Cricket Wireless Ended 2017 by Giving Back
Three local college-bound students classified as “homeless” due to Hurricane Harvey were surprised by Houston celebrities who gave each student a $1,000 shopping spree at the Galleria Mall.
Experts Predict a Bad Flu Season in Texas
This is shaping up to be a nasty flu season. The CDC is reporting the influenza virus is widespread across Texas.
2 Years After Taking the Oath of Office: A Letter From the Mayor
Two years ago today, I had the privilege of being sworn in as your mayor. Doing the job continues to be the honor of my lifetime.
Houston Entrepreneur Wins $23,000 In Business Pitch Competitions
January 2017, entrepreneur Deidre Mathis, won her first business pitch of the year at the Texas Black Expo, taking 2nd place and $1,500. Soon after, she beat out dozens of teams to win 3rd place and $4,000 during the Houston Community College Business Plan Competition.
New Texas Laws For 2018: Voter ID And A Lot Of Little Tweaks
The 26 new laws that took effect on January 1 include the latest effort at a voter ID law
With the beginning of the new year, a batch of laws passed during the 2017 legislative session have now taken effect. The 26 laws range from a revamped voter ID law to how much milk trucks can haul.
America Ferrera, Eva Longoria, and Others Launch Anti-Harassment Action Plan
While bringing to light to the reality of sexual misconduct that exists in the workplace was an enormous step another step in the right direction was taken on Monday with a new anti-harassment initiative called, Times Up.
Essence Ventures Announces Acquisition of Essence Communications from Time Inc.
Essence Ventures LLC, an independent African-American owned company focused on merging content, community and commerce, today announced its acquisition of multi-platform media company Essence Communications Inc. from Time Inc.
Simeon Booker to Be Memorialized at Washington National Cathedral January 29
A memorial service for trailblazing civil rights journalist Simeon Booker will be held on Monday, January 29, 2018, his wife, Carol McCabe Booker, has announced. The service is scheduled for 10 a.m. at the Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Booker, a journalistic icon, died Dec. 10 at the age of 99.
Scientists Have Linked Early Onset Menstruation With Depression
Recent studies show that African-American girls are at greater risk for depression at an earlier age and depression can last longer into adulthood. How? The studies show a strong link between African-American girls, who start menstruating earlier than white girls, and the onset of depression.
Trump’s ‘Election Integrity’ Commission Was a Fraud
Jackson Lee: “The ‘Election Integrity’ Commission’s purpose was to distract Americans from the real problems facing this country. The integrity of our elections has been undermined by the disenfranchisement of American citizens, not by any “fraudulent” voting.”
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s Press Statement on The 25th Amendment
Congresswoman Jackson Lee: “As we continue our work on addressing the pressing issues of immigration reform, health care and tax policy, we in Congress have a duty to educate the American people about the unusual actions of this White House, and the Constitutional process that may be implemented to protect the American people when the President is incapacitated.”
Mayor’s Press Secretary Suspended for Hiding Emails
Mayor Sylvester Turner's press secretary was suspended for two weeks without pay after she failed to turn over thousands of documents required to be released under Texas law. Darian Ward was asked to turn over emails relating to her work on non-city related projects, including a private side business called "Joy in Motion Productions."
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Announces 2018 RodeoHouston® Lineup
Individual Tickets on Sale Thursday, Jan. 11 at 10am
The 2018 RODEOHOUSTON entertainment lineup features a mix of country, rock, R&B and Spanish pop artists. Several RODEOHOUSTON favorites, plus six entertainers new to RODEOHOUSTON, will be the first to perform on the new state-of-the-art RODEOHOUSTON stage in 2018.
Jenny Craig Introduces New "Rapid Results™" Weight-Loss Program
Innovative Program Leverages Revolutionary Science Involving the Body's Circadian Rhythm, Allowing Members to Lose Up to 16 Pounds in the First Four Weeks†
Today, Jenny Craig, a leader in the weight loss industry, announced Rapid Results, an innovative science-based program that leverages the body clock's natural circadian rhythm to help optimize metabolism and accelerate weight loss.1 The new program is now available at all Jenny Craig centers and Jenny Craig Anywhere.
PGA, Masters, USGA Event Will Return to Club at Carlton Woods in September
The PGA of America, The Masters organization and the United States Golf Association have together tapped The Club at Carlton Woods to serve as host of a second consecutive Drive, Chip & Putt regional qualifier in 2018, adding to the Texas club’s national reputation as a major facilitator of amateur golf.
A Georgia Transplant Family Will Celebrate BIG This Month
A New Heart and Their Little Boy’s 6th Birthday
For years to come, January will be a month full of celebration and joy for the Gray family of Atlanta, Georgia. But when their son, Everett, was born six years ago they were not certain his January birthday celebrations would be a reality for their family.
3 Ways To Avoid Toxic Financial Advice And Rash Decisions
Investors hear so much conflicting information and advice in the media these days that it’s perhaps easier than ever to become confused and make decisions based on emotion rather than on sound financial advice with a well-structured financial plan.
Governor Abbott Names Andrew Oldham General Counsel
Governor Greg Abbott today named Andrew Oldham as General Counsel to the Governor following the appointment of Jimmy Blacklock to the Texas Supreme Court. Oldham previously served as Deputy Solicitor General in the Texas Attorney General's office and most recently served as Deputy General Counsel in the Governor’s office.
#PoweringGood: The Outdoor Power Equipment Industry Helps Others Give Back
Digging out after a winter snow storm can be a lot of hard work. But thanks to many people who use their snow throwers to clear not only their own driveway, but also their neighbors’, the job is made easier.
Court Ruling Slashes More Than $40 Million in Medicare Prescription Drug Payments to Hospitals
Congressional action needed to ensure continued drug affordability and access to care
Judge Rudolph Contreras of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia today ruled in favor of the federal government to dismiss hospitals’ case against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to stop scheduled Medicare reimbursement cuts for outpatient prescription drugs. The case, American Hospital Association v. Hargan, was filed by the AHA, Association of American Medical Colleges and America’s Essential Hospitals. The Texas Hospital Association and approximately 30 other state and regional hospital associations joined in an amicus brief.
Urgent Fight to Save Health Clinic That Services Thousands of Low-Income Houstonians in 3rd Ward Region
The health care for thousands of vulnerable families including seniors and children is under assault, and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee is helping to lead the fight that can literally save lives.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee is FIGHTING to save Central Care Integrated Health Services (CCIHS), which operates six clinics that provide primary and preventive health care to close to a MILLION Houstonians in the 3rd Ward region.
UPDATE: Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 731 Fawn Drive
The fatal shooting of a man at 731 Fawn Drive about 5 a.m. on Monday (Jan. 1) will be referred to a Harris County grand jury.
4 Ways Parents Should Comfort Their Kids After A Tragedy
In an ever-dangerous world reported on by round-the-clock media, the emotional effects of major tragic events transcend local boundaries. They trouble the national psyche, bringing sadness, anger, fear and anxiety throughout the country, and they can make a particularly heavy impact on children and teens.
Black Owned Tech Start-Up Company Shakes the App Store with Innovative Game
The holiday season has just gotten brighter with the newest free addition to the Apple App Store. The new app, Sasha Says, turns simple phone gestures into an engaging game. The app features Sasha, a young Black girl in a colorful outfit, who gives you creative instructions to follow in a simple game that delivers a familiar but unique experience to the iPhone and iPad. Splash House Studios LLC, a Black owned tech start-up company in Atlanta that specializes in creating mobile apps, recently released Sasha Says, its first app.
Governor Abbott Appoints Jimmy Blacklock To The Texas Supreme Court
Governor Greg Abbott today appointed and swore in Jimmy Blacklock to the Texas Supreme Court following Justice Don Willett’s confirmation to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Blacklock has served as general counsel for Governor Abbott since 2015.
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Kicks Off Next Century of Female Entrepreneurs with 2018 Girl Scout Cookie Season
Council launches Cookies4Heroes campaign to donate 10,000 cases of Girl Scout Cookies to first responders and military
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) enters the next century of Girl Scouts learning how to be future CEOs. The Girl Scout Cookie Program® not only teaches girls essential entrepreneurial skills but also powers amazing experiences for girls across the United States, including outdoor and travel opportunities, exposure to STEM and ways to improve their communities through service projects. This year, GSSJC is rallying the community to donate more than 10,000 cases, or 120,000 packages, of Girl Scout Cookies to first responders who provided relief during Hurricane Harvey across our 26-county jurisdiction as part of Cookies4Heroes.
ACLU of Texas Comment on Court Ruling in Houston Homelessness Suit
A federal court issued a ruling yesterday that will allow a City of Houston ordinance that criminalizes homelessness to go into effect. Specifically, yesterday's decision permits the police to ticket or arrest homeless people who live in a tent on public property.
Chevron Continues Commitment to Houston’s Harvey Relief with Additional Donation to Houston Food Bank
Gift Will Provide Two Mobile Pantry Trucks to Supply Non-Perishable Food Directly into Neighborhoods
Christmas is coming early for Houston Food Bank with a gift of $226,000 from Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) that will provide two new, temperature-controlled mobile food pantries. These trucks will facilitate increased distribution of perishable items like meat, milk and produce to 19,000 people per month, especially to areas that continue to be the most impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
HFD Encourages a Safe New Year Celebration
The Houston Fire Department hopes everyone has a safe and happy New Year celebration by reminding citizens about firework use.
Beauty & the Barber “A Baller’s Ball”
Sunday, January 28, 2018 will be a night to party & acknowledgment contributions that Houston’s Beauty Fashion Industry has made (is making) to the Hurricane Harvey Relief & to the countless endeavors that are done to assist Beauty Colleagues & Beyond.The Beauty & the Barber Ball—Beauty Community Service Awards is our way of expressing gratitude and support to some of these impactful community campaigns.
New Year's Eve 2017: Celebrating 2018 In Houston
Check out town-by-town listings below of New Year's celebrations and events for 2017 in and near Houston. If you want to go out.
Biney is First Black Woman On US Olympic Speedskating Team
This month, Ghana-born teen Maame Biney qualified for the U.S. Olympic Team after finishing first in the women's 500-meter trial in Kearns, Utah. At age 17, she is the youngest speedskater on the U.S.
Do you know an Unsung Hero?
Who are the Unsung in the Greater Houston Area?
In honor of the outstanding achievements of Unsung Heroes in the African American community, Ford Motor Company is launching a search for Unsung Heroes in the Greater Houston Area.
Texas Population Grew to 28.3 Million in 2017
After gaining almost 400,000 new residents in one year, Texas is now home to 28.3 million people. New estimates by the Census Bureau show Texas crossed that population threshold between July 2016 and July 2017 following years of steady growth since the 2010 Census when the state’s population topped off at 25.1 million.
Restaurant Owner Giving $500,000 to African American Museum
A woman who started out as a grill worker and now owns multiple restaurants is pledging $500,000 for the International African American Museum that's being developed in Charleston.
Texas ‘Dreamers’ Will Keep Pressuring Lawmakers in 2018
Texas ‘dreamers’ expressed their disappointment that the U.S. Congress will start its winter recess without addressing the situation of beneficiaries of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, but they vowed to keep pressuring lawmakers in 2018 and demanding they provide a solution for their uncertain future in America.
Houston Surpasses Milestone In Fight Against Homelessness
Mayor Sylvester Turner, staff and The Way Home announced that the goal to house 500 chronically homeless individuals in six months in the Houston area has been surpassed.
Lee Thinks Houston Airplane Incident Was Racial
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) said she thinks the reaction of a passenger who accused United Airlines of giving away her first-class seat to the Democratic lawmaker was race-related. Jackson Lee released a statement on Twitter after a woman claimed the airline gave away her seat to the congresswoman on her flight from Houston to Washington.
Award-Winning Writer’s Book a Unique Approach to Fun-Learning
Local Houston author Eva K. Pickens brings a fresh approach to fun-learning through a creative new book titled, Write/Right Your Own Story, which allows readers to participate in the production of their own personal masterpiece. The book is loaded throughout with interactive, fun and exploratory prompts that invites you to write, draw, reflect and engage with family, friends and even strangers if you choose to.
Deer Lake Lodge and Spa Hosts Farm-to-Table Weekend
Deer Lake Lodge and Spa will offer a weekend of farm-to-table and raw food-themed classes in conjunction with its cleansing program on February 2-4, 2018.
Obamacare Enrollment Blows Away Expectations at Nearly 9 Million, Despite Shortened Sign-Up Window
Final open enrollment numbers for the Obamacare federal marketplace were surprisingly strong, with 8.8 million customers selecting a plan by the sign-up deadline, officials said Thursday.’
Cudjo Lewis, Last Survivor of Transatlantic Slave Trade, Has His Story Told in ‘Barracoon’ a Posthumous Book by Zora Neale Hurston to be Published in May 2018
According to Newsone.com, the published work of literary giant Zora Neale Hurston (Of Mules and Men, Their Eyes Were Watching God) will expand in 2018 with the posthumous release of a new non-fiction book in May, Melville House reported.
Interactive Maps Chronicle Frederick Douglass in Maryland
Originally posted on #ADPhD: Lawrence Jackson’s course on Frederick Douglass covered by Hopkins Hub: “For Jackson’s class, the time in Maryland before that escape commanded the most interest—Douglass’ formative years, before he became the world-famous abolitionist, orator, and writer. Students in the graduate English seminar “Mapping Frederick Douglass” researched and visited regional sites of significance…
Air Force Maj. Robert Lawrence Jr., America’s 1st Black Astronaut, Honored by Kennedy Space Center
America’s first Black astronaut received a long overdue honor earlier this month, 50 years after his tragic death. Air Force Maj. Robert Lawrence Jr., a trailblazer who opened a door for people of color in STEM, was honored on Dec. 8 for his contributions to space exploration at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the Los Angeles Times reported. Hundreds of people gathered at the center to commemorate him, including NASA dignitaries, astronauts, Omega Psi Phi fraternity members, and schoolchildren.
5 ‘Healthy’ New Year’s Resolutions Worth Giving Up
While most New Year’s resolutions are well-intentioned, sometimes they look better on paper than in practice, actually doing more harm than good. Here are five so-called “healthy” resolutions worth giving up in 2018, as well as better solutions.
New Benefits and Insurance Options You Can Expect in 2018
Ever wondered whether your insurance policy was actually working for you? You may be in luck, as your insurance plan may start to follow the same trends being adopted in other industries: simpler, more convenient and personalized products – all supported by the latest mobile technology.
Add Civil Rights Voices to Housing Policy Reform Discussions
Wherever you live, or household size, home is a special place where children are raised, and memories are made. Owning a home is also the largest, single investment that most families make in a lifetime.
Seven Interesting Facts About Kwanzaa
Beginning December 26 and lasting for seven days, Kwanzaa is a celebration of community, family and culture, established as a means to help African Americans reconnect with their African roots and heritage. Here are some interesting facts you may not know about this annual celebration.