Mexican singer-songwriter Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77
Famed Mexican singer-songwriter Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77, her team announced Monday in a statement on Instagram.
Death toll rises in multi-state floods as rivers rise and rescues continue
Water levels were still rising on some waterways in Kentucky and other portions of the Ohio Valley and mid-Atlantic flooded by a deadly coast-to-coast winter storm and now snow and dangerous cold is coming.
PNC Bank and Freddie Mac Join Forces to Make Homeownership a Reality in Houston
Affordable Housing Roadshow Offers Resources, Guidance, and Hope to Aspiring Homeowners
The dream of homeownership is alive and well in Houston, and PNC Bank, in partnership with Freddie Mac, is making sure that dream is within reach for more families. On Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., the Houston Affordable Housing Roadshow will take place at the Fountain of Life Center, located at 14083 S. Main Street, Houston, TX 77035. Doors open at 10:30 A.M. for what promises to be an empowering event filled with invaluable resources and expert guidance on home buying.
Houston’s Libraries Unite: A Digital Love Story for Readers Harris County and Houston Public Libraries Expand Access to eBooks and Audiobooks
Houston, get ready to swipe right on your next great read! In a groundbreaking collaboration just in time for Valentine’s Day, Harris County Public Library (HCPL) and Houston Public Library (HPL) are teaming up to create a literary love affair that will make book lovers swoon. With a combined service population exceeding 4.5 million people, these two powerhouse library systems are linking their OverDrive digital collections, allowing patrons to borrow eBooks and audiobooks with ease—no extra steps, no extra cards, just pure book bliss.
Unearthing Black Ancestry in the American West: Dr. Alicia Odewale’s Groundbreaking Lecture at UHD
In celebration of Black History Month, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) proudly presents a compelling and illuminating installment of the 2025 President’s Lecture Series: Searching for Black Ancestors in the American West featuring Dr. Alicia Odewale, an African diaspora archaeologist and distinguished professor at the University of Houston. This anticipated event will take place on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in UHD’s TDECU Tour Room at the Welcome Center, 201 Girard St.
Celebrating Impact: The 2025 Audrey H. Lawson IMPACT Awards Luncheon and Fashion Show H-E-B Leads the Charge as Presenting Sponsor and Esteemed Community Leaders Backing the Mission
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated events of the year, the 2025 Audrey H. Lawson IMPACT Awards Luncheon and Fashion Show, where Houston’s most distinguished leaders, organizations, and businesses will converge to celebrate excellence, community service, and empowerment. Hosted by The Women’s Guild of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, under the auspices of Together for Good Ministries, Inc., this March 1st event at Hilton Americas – Houston promises an unforgettable afternoon of recognition, elegance, and inspiration.
Jazzy Sundays in the Parks 2025: A Celebration of Houston’s Vibrant Jazz Legacy
Houston’s favorite springtime jazz series, Jazzy Sundays in the Parks, is back, bringing rhythm, soul, and a whole lot of groove to the city’s most iconic green spaces. With a spectacular lineup of world-class musicians, this annual series promises to captivate audiences, celebrate Houston’s jazz heritage, and create unforgettable Sunday evenings filled with music, community, and culture.
Aeromexico Recognized as Most Punctual Airline in 2024 by Cirium
Aeromexico has been recognized as the most punctual global airline of 2024 by Cirium, highlighting its commitment to operational excellence and reliability.
Autism Speaks Brings Inaugural Empower Summit & Challenge to Houston, Advancing Inclusion and Support for the Autism Community
Autism Speaks is celebrating 20 years of impact with the launch of its inaugural Empower Summit & Challenge, an inspiring two-day event aimed at uniting autistic individuals, families, caregivers, and experts to foster inclusion and create meaningful change. Taking place in Houston, Texas, on April 11 and 12, this initiative is part of a nationwide rollout in five key cities: Dallas, Chicago, Columbus, Houston, and Miami.
Scientists Unveil Groundbreaking Biomarker to Predict Cancer Aggressiveness
In a revolutionary advancement for cancer diagnostics, researchers from Fred Hutch Cancer Center and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have identified a novel biomarker capable of predicting the aggressiveness and recurrence of tumors, particularly in meningioma brain cancers and breast cancers. This discovery, published in Science, could transform precision oncology by offering new diagnostic and prognostic tools.
Congressman Al Green Will Speak on the House Floor: ‘The Greatest Living Threat to Our Republic and How to Deter It or Remove It’
Congressman Al Green Will Speak on the House Floor
Congressman Al Green Will Speak on the House Floor: ‘The Greatest Living Threat to Our Republic and How to Deter It or Remove It’
Congressman Al Green Will Speak on the House Floor
How to Build a Library – 2025 Sundance Film Festival
“I was actually trying to find books today by African authors and I could not,” says a patron of the Macmillan Memorial Library in Nairobi Kenya.
Khartoum – 2025 Sundance Film Festival
Once upon a time it would be hard for Americans to imagine themselves in this position. As startled citizens of a destabilized country forced to flee.
Texas Strengthens Energy Reliability with New Grant Program for Utilities Outside ERCOT
In a strategic move to bolster Texas’ electric reliability beyond the ERCOT grid, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has approved a groundbreaking rule establishing the Texas Energy Fund (TEF) Outside of ERCOT Grant Program (OEGP). This initiative aims to modernize infrastructure, enhance weather resilience, and improve reliability for electric utilities and power generators operating outside the ERCOT-managed grid.
Roland Garcia: A Visionary Leader Appointed to Port of Houston Commission
Houston's maritime future just received a powerhouse addition. In a resounding vote of confidence, Mayor John Whitmire and the Houston City Council have appointed renowned attorney Roland Garcia to serve a two-year term as a Port Commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority. This decision underscores Garcia’s vast experience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the Houston community.
Houston Area Urban League 2025 Black History Month Trailblazers Honoring Legacy, Empowering the Future
As we step into Black History Month 2025, the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) proudly celebrates the trailblazers who have ignited progress, shattered barriers, and shaped the world we live in today. This is more than a moment of reflection—this is a call to action to honor their legacies by carrying their vision forward.
NNPA Strikes Back: The Black Press Champions Selective Buying Amid DEI Rollbacks
The corporate world thought it could quietly abandon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, but the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) has a message for them: Not on our watch! In a bold and historic move, the NNPA—representing the Black Press of America—is launching a national public education and selective buying campaign to hold accountable those companies that have turned their backs on racial progress.
How Trump and Abbott’s Policies Put Texas’ Rural Communities at Risk
Education cuts and school voucher programs threaten funding, resources, and opportunities for rural Texans.
Policies from President Trump and Governor Abbott could devastate Texas’ predominantly white rural communities, stripping schools of funding, limiting educational opportunities, and deepening economic hardships.
Shawn Thierry Appointed as Executive Director for Policy and Counsel at Texas Southern University
February 11, 2025 (Houston) — Texas Southern University (TSU) has announced the appointment of Attorney Shawn Thierry as its new Executive Director for Policy and Counsel. In this pivotal role, she will serve within the Office of Board Relations, working alongside the Executive Director for Board Relations to enhance institutional policies and governance.
