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KP George Closes Black History Month with A Host of Celebrations
Fort Bend County Judge KP George celebrated the legacy, achievements, and contributions of African Americans in Fort Bend County with a host of celebrations throughout February.
The Cher Show: A Fabulous Musical Extravaganza Comes to Theatre Under The Stars in Houston
The Cher Show brings six decades of stardom and Tony Award-winning glamour to Theatre Under The Stars in Houston.
Houston Community College Hit With $100 Million Dollar Racial Discrimination Class Action Suit Filed On Behalf of Black Employees on Juneteenth
A $100 million racial discrimination lawsuit has been filed in a Houston, Texas state district court on behalf of hundreds of Black present and former employees of the Houston Community College (“HCC”). The suit was intentionally filed Friday, June 19, 2020– “Juneteenth—the anniversary date that Black slaves in Texas learned they had been freed from slavery two years earlier by President Abraham Lincoln.
I Say No to a Starbucks Boycott
Starbucks has proven to be one of America's most responsible corporate citizens. In 2014 following the shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson, MO, by Officer Darren Wilson, then Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz took action when other corporations remained silent.
Want better business? Invest in public transit
Earlier this year, an Amazon executive called officials in Detroit to explain why the city had fallen out of contention for the retail giant's new headquarters.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Appears Before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to Combat the Proliferation of Pollutants in Acres Homes and Surrounding Areas
Jackson Lee— “I was pleased that at the conclusion of the hearing, the TCEQ ruled in favor of Acres Homes residents and decided to deny the permit at this time and to submit the residents’ petition to a contested hearing, at a later date. The residents whose rights were vindicated are everyday hardworking homeowners whose only voice is their petition. They had no powerbrokers of which to speak—merely their own advocacy and vigilance. I have worked with this community; I have seen their passion. These residents have invested all their resources into their home, and have seen that hard work and investment undermined by this concrete facility, mere feet from their homes. I urge all involved to work towards a final conclusion that is fair to all and urge the business involved to consider relocation to a more undeveloped area.”
Sugar Land Native Serves Aboard U.S. Navy Guided-Missile Destroyer in Pearl Harbor
A 2010 Stephen F. Austin High School graduate, 2014 Texas A&M University graduate and Sugar Land, Texas, native is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile destroyer, USS Halsey.
San Antonio native Natalie Torres talks about writing on Taika Waititi TV series, inspiring Latinx talent
Ever since Natalie Torres can remember, writing was always front of mind. Today, the 2014 graduate of Communications Arts High School on San Antonio's Far West Side, is a staff writer on the second season of the period rom-com series Our Flag Means Death. The HBO Max show stars and is executive produced by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit) and created by David Jenkins.
Houston Municipal Courts Announces Fall Amnesty Program
For the next 3 weeks, the City of Houston Municipal Courts Department (MCD) will discount certain delinquent cases to help individuals save money when they resolve those cases.
Bayou Preservation Association presents 18th Annual Symposium Oct. 6-7
“Green, in a Word, Is Good” is a virtual event featuring experts and thought leaders
The Bayou Preservation Association presents its 18th Annual Symposium Wednesday, Oct. 6 and Thursday, Oct. 7 as a virtual event with the theme Green, in a Word, Is Good. The Symposium, from 8 a.m. – noon over two days, will focus on green infrastructure as our path to a sustainable and resilient future.
Corporate Board Chair, Director and Philanthropist, Brenda J. Lauderback to be Honored with The Executive Leadership Council 2022 Alvaro L. Martins Heritage Award
Lauderback will be recognized for her outstanding contributions to the Black community in business, philanthropy, and volunteerism during The ELC's 36th Annual Recognition Gala
The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) announced today that it will honor Brenda J. Lauderback with the prestigious 2022 Alvaro L. Martins Heritage Award during its 2022 Annual ELC Recognition Gala on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at the Marriot Marquis in Washington, D.C., at 6:00 p.m. ET. The gala will be hosted by Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and will include performances by Babyface and DJ Jazzy Jeff.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar Rolls Out Revamped Menu on May 8
The butchers, bakers and bartenders at Hopdoddy Burger Bar are proud to introduce a refreshed menu across all locations on Tuesday, May 8. In addition to the popular mainstay burgers Hopdoddy fans have come to know and love, the updated menu includes a “shareables” section featuring a new selection of loaded fries, a new milkshake menu, a revamped cocktail program and more.
District Attorney Ogg requests more prosecutors to combat county-wide violent crime
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg appeared before county commissioners Tuesday to request additional funding for 82 new prosecutors in 2022. Ogg seeks additional staffing to address three “crime drivers” spiking Harris County’s homicide and criminal victimization rates: repeat violent offenders, domestic violence and gang crime.
Commissioner Lesley Briones Announces First Appointees to New Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission
Six of 11 members selected to serve on historic commission aimed at advancing equality
In a unanimous vote on Tuesday, Harris County Commissioners approved the first six appointees to the County’s new LGBTQIA+ Commission.
National Auditions for Dreamgirls Kick Off In Houston
Auditions for the upcoming Theatre Under The Stars production of Dreamgirls will kick off in Houston on January 27-28, 2017.
July Program Highlights - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
The new season of “All Rise” picks up six months after the events of the sophomore finale and will bring about new beginnings for these judges, prosecutors and public defenders. We return on election night as Judge Lola Carmichael (Simone Missick) awaits the results of her campaign; Emily (Jessica Camacho) returns from Puerto Rico with renewed drive and purpose about her career and Luke (J. Alex Brinson) continues to shake things up through his work in the public defender’s office.
On-Demand Alcohol Delivery Platform Saucey Now Serving the Houston Area
Saucey, the platform that brings the liquor store to your doorstep in 30 minutes or less, is officially launching in the greater Houston area.
Houston Texans Star - DJ Reader On A Mission To Tackle Kidney Disease
David Vernon Reader Jr. or 'DJ' as he is called among his adoring family, friends and fans, has made quite a name for himself in only his second season in the NFL. As the replacement for five-time Pro Bowl nose tackle Vince Wilfork, Reader, a starter for every game, has amassed 45 tackles, three for losses, one sack and the season isn't even over yet.
Cosby Wants Jury Pool Pre-Screened For Bias Before Trial
Bill Cosby‘s lawyers hope to prescreen potential jurors to weed out those with opinions about the sex-assault case before jury selection begins in person.
Rockets Week In Review: Week 25
More wins, more milestones, and one buzzer beater for the ages capped off another week of Houston Rockets basketball.