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METRORail Fully Restored After Hurricane Beryl; Shuttle Services End
METRORail service has been fully restored after Hurricane Beryl, ending temporary shuttle services.
Comcast Texas Commits More Than $1M to Shrink Local Digital Divide in 2024
Comcast Texas pledges over $1 million in 2024 to reduce the local digital gap. This investment will bolster digital skills training programs, expand Wi-Fi connected "Lift Zones," and benefit thousands of individuals.
Millions of Xfinity Internet Customers Enjoy Faster Speeds at No Extra Cost
Xfinity Internet users across the nation are waking up to an unexpected upgrade in their internet speeds,
Celebrating Women's History Month: Houston's Trailblazing Female Artists Shine Bright
BANF Highlights the Visionary Contributions of Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura in Houston's Arts Scene
As Women's History Month unfolds, the BIPOC Arts Network and Fund (BANF) proudly directs the spotlight toward three remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on Houston's artistic landscape. Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura stand as luminaries, pushing boundaries, igniting creativity, and fostering innovation within their respective spheres. Recognizing their extraordinary achievements, BANF celebrates their unwavering dedication to amplifying diverse voices and shaping the cultural narrative of Houston.
Statement on Donald Trump Pretending He’s Not Responsible for Families Losing IVF Access
In response to Donald Trump trying to whitewash the reality he created, Biden-Harris campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez released the following statement:
Representative Ron Reynolds Joins NAACP National Board of Directors
Representative Ron Reynolds is proud to announce his new role as a Na- tional Board Member of the National Association for the Advancement of Col- ored People, effective immediately. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Representative Reynolds' commitment to advocacy and service within the civil rights movement.
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.
Congressman Al Green Releases Statement on Opposition to H.R. 7217 – Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024
On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Congressman Al Green submitted a statement for the congressional record regarding his opposition to H.R. 7217 – Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024.
MD Anderson designated IAEA Collaborating Centre to focus on improving radiation
MD Anderson is first U.S. health care institution to receive distinction
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today announced the signing of an agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to become an IAEA Collaborating Centre. Working together, MD Anderson and the IAEA aim to enhance radiation oncology, radiation physics, radiology, nuclear medicine and nutrition globally. MD Anderson operates the most comprehensive radiation oncology facility in the world and will be the first IAEA Collaborating Centre in the United States focused on health care.
Performing Arts Houston presents Time For Three
Performing Arts Houston presents the GRAMMY-winning trio Time For Three, performing original music, arrangements of popular songs, and covers of classics in their unique, genre-blending style at Wortham Center’s Cullen Theater on February 9. The group will also participate in a post-performance Westwood Creative Chat panel discussion open to all audience members. Tickets start at $29, at performingartshouston.org.