Pandemic Hasn't Broken the Employer Health Insurance System
Over 55 million Americans have filed for unemployment since COVID-19 struck. But for the most part, they haven't lost their health insurance. An astounding 98 percent of workers who had employer-sponsored health benefits before the pandemic are still enrolled in workplace plans, according to a July report.
ELECTION 2020: For Millions of Americans, the Future of Health Care is What’s on the Ballot
With the confirmation of Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett by the Senate Judiciary Committee, the consensus among many Americans is that the conservative jurist’s appointment portends doom for the Affordable Care Act.
US coronavirus cases hit record daily high and experts warn daily death rates will triple by mid-January
Daily Covid-19 cases in the US reached a record high on Thursday, with experts warning that death rates could triple by mid-January.
How Young and Black Voters Can Flip Election 2020
Voting has always been the greatest power any American can ever hold. Unfortunately, it is also one of the greatest power that is least used, especially by Black and young voters.
Discovery Green® announces The Ice powered by Green Mountain Energy will open for the Winter 2020-2021 season!
Safety protocols include increased sanitation and contactless ticket buying. A reduced number of tickets will be sold to maintain social distancing.
Discovery Green, the 12-acre park in the heart of downtown Houston, announces The Ice powered by Green Mountain Energy will be open for the Winter season beginning Nov. 13, 2020 through Jan. 31, 2021. This is the first large-scale event to be held at the park since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Supporting the health and safety of the community, Discovery Green is implementing procedures and protocols following guidance by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
What You Need to Prepare for the Covid-19 Surge This Season
As the weather gets colder and we face the double threat of the flu and a surge in Covid-19 cases, now is a prime opportunity to stock up on food and supplies.
Harris County Reaches One Million Early Voters Ahead of the November 3 General Election
Record-breaking turnout and momentum continues with a week left of Early Voting
Record voter turnout continues in Harris County, with one million Harris County voters already having cast their ballots ahead of the November 3rd General Election. Harris County turnout is expected to surge past total 2016 General Election figures before the end of the Early Voting period. Voters are encouraged to make their plan to vote and visit www.HarrisVotes.com/Locations to find their nearest voting center. Friday, October 30, is the last day to vote early ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, November 3.
Unpacking the Issues
Green Bay leaves Houston still searching for answers
One thing you don’t want to do as a football team is to try and find your identity as a football team against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers. The Texans lost their sixth game of the season by a score of 35 – 20 leaving them with an enormous amount of questions to answer during the bye week having won only one game this season.
The Greater Houston Black Chamber Announces Winners of Coveted Pinnacle and Upstart Awards at the 26th Annual Celebration of Black
The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) held its 26th Annual Pinnacle Awards, Saturday, October 24, 2020, where several of Houston’s best and most promising Black-owned businesses received high honors. The program will be rebroadcast on Quest Channel 55 in Houston on Thursday, Oct. 29 and Saturday, Oct. 31, at 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Mayor Sylvester Turner Addresses COVID-19 Response and Resiliency in 2020 State of the City
“The City’s foundation is strong; the City itself is resilient; and the City’s future is bright.”
Mayor Sylvester Turner delivered his fifth State of the City address, his first on virtual platform, on Oct. 22, hosted by the Greater Houston Partnership.
Blacks Won't Fall for Trump's Big Con
If a lie is repeated often enough, the truth may never catch up. Donald Trump understands this better than anyone, as he showers Americans with lies -- often the same ones repeated over and over -- knowing that more voters will hear him than the fact-checkers. One of his favorite howlers is his oft-repeated claim that "I've done more for African Americans than anybody, except for the possible exception of Abraham Lincoln." No one should fall for the con.
Exxon is cutting 1,900 US jobs as oil prices crumble again
ExxonMobil is cutting jobs at home and overseas as oil prices tumble on coronavirus fears.
What 1932, 1980 and 1992 can tell us about 2020
With the 2020 presidential election less than a week away, the prospect once more looms of a challenger unseating an entrenched incumbent president. If Democratic candidate Joe Biden were to win when the results are finalized, he would make Republican President Donald Trump just the 11th incumbent in American history to try, but fail, to secure reelection.
New audio tapes show how Trump bet against science
The failed bet laid by President Donald Trump to ignore science and prioritize his political goals early in the pandemic, revealed Wednesday in fresh detail by new Jared Kushner tapes, is backfiring in devastating fashion at the critical moment of his reelection bid.
Springdale teen survives after fighting for her life on a ventilator battling COVID-19
What started as a weekend fishing trip, turned into a COVID-19 nightmare for one Arkansas family.
Car chase preceded police shooting that killed Marcellis Stinnette in Waukegan, Illinois, video shows
Short clips from surveillance footage and police body and dashboard cameras provide some answers -- but yield even more questions -- about the shooting that left a Black teenager, Marcellis Stinnette, dead in Waukegan, Illinois.
Republicans are narrowing the early voting gap in these states
In four key states -- Florida, North Carolina, Nevada and Iowa -- Republicans are beginning to narrow the Democratic advantage in pre-Election Day voting.
A Legendary Getaway Awaits: Welcome to Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin
Like something from a storybook, Elkhart Lake is truly one of Wisconsin’s sweetest gems. Not every destination offers scenic beauty, a rich history, top notch spa experiences, and delicious food options. The small village of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, home to approximately 1000 residents year-round is a resort destination that is focused on the centering its visitors, allowing them to escape the madness the world and bask in wellness;
The Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $50,000 to Houston’s Emancipation Park Conservancy
Grant will support educational programs, park cleanup activities and COVID recovery
The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $50,000 grant to support Emancipation Park Conservancy. The funds will support educational programs, park maintenance, and safety equipment for the park. The grant is part of a broader commitment by Baker Hughes to participate in community programs, volunteerism and engagement with the organization.
TThe Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $50,000 to Houston’s Emancipation Park Conservancy
Grant will support educational programs, park cleanup activities and COVID recovery
The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $50,000 grant to support Emancipation Park Conservancy. The funds will support educational programs, park maintenance, and safety equipment for the park. The grant is part of a broader commitment by Baker Hughes to participate in community programs, volunteerism and engagement with the organization.
