Mayor Turner Police ReformTask Force Members
The 45-Houstonians Named to the Mayor Sylvester Turner Police Reform Task Force
Chair – Laurence “Larry” Payne Director of Strategic Partnerships, Civic Engagement and Critical Conversations for the Houston Public Librar
T.E.A. Delays Health Guidelines For Reopening Schools
Draft Documents Show Few Mandatory Safety Measures
Texas public schools will be required to provide in-person instruction for students this fall, but state education officials have delayed releasing final public health guidelines for keeping them safe on campuses during the pandemic.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Announces New COVID-19 Health and Safety Requirements for Businesses
As hospital admissions for COVID-19 continue to climb across the county, to- day, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo signed an order requiring businesses to generate, post, and implement health and safety policies which include, at a minimum, a requirement that workers, customers or visitors wear face cover- ings. The order takes effect at 12:01 am on Monday, June 22, 2020.√
Sadly, NCAA Players Have to Be the Adults In the Room
How many lives of young men and women should be sacrificed for entertainment - and for billions in profit? That question can't be ducked as the NCAA allows colleges to begin "voluntary" football practices, and other college teams begin to practice.
Bubba Wallace Responds to FBI Findings: ‘Whether Tied In 2019, or Whatever, It Was A Noose
NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace says he’s “pissed” members of the public are now questioning his in- tegrity after the FBI said a noose found in his garage stall this week was there before his team moved in.
#NNPA BLACKPRESS Racial Divide of Coronavirus Is Real, So Are Innovations That Can Help
News about the novel coronavirus, which has now claimed over 100,000 American lives, is all around us. A subtext told in this reporting is the painful story of the pandemic’s devastating effect on people of color.
Local Arts Organization Pioneers Virtual Programming, Reaches and Highlights Artists of Color
The pandemic forced many organizations to start adopting online tools and platforms to continue functioning, but few groups have pioneered such a wealth of quality programming that intentionally reaches and highlights artists of color as Fresh Arts. Immediately responding to news that Houston would be following work from home guidelines, on March 17, Fresh Arts launched the first of what has become many virtual program offerings aimed at amplifying efforts by and supporting diverse members of the creative community. The ongoing interviews, workshops and conversations provide connectivity, skill-building, promotion and resiliency to local artists and arts organizations.
Stay Safe This Summer at a Texas State Park by Using These Six Heat Hacks
Last year, as temperatures soared into the triple digits in Texas, 48 Texas State Parks handled 129 heat-related illnesses in humans and pets. Now that the summer has officially begun and temperatures are steadily climbing, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is sharing their top six heat hacks for staying safe in the outdoors.
Subcommittee to Hold Briefing on First Amendment Violations at Black Lives Matter Protests
On Monday, June 29, at 10:00 a.m., Rep. Jamie Raskin, the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a remote briefing on how the violent treatment of protestors and journalists across the country by federal and local law enforcement have violated the First Amendment.
Texas’ Hispanic population grew by 2 million in the past decade, on pace to be largest share of state by 2021
New U.S. census estimates show the gap between Hispanic and white populations in the state continues to narrow.
Texas’ Hispanic population has grown by more than 2 million since 2010, according to new population estimates released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau, and the state's demographer now predicts that Hispanics will be the state's largest population group by mid-2021.
COVID-19 highlights long-term inequities in some communities
Just as the coronavirus pandemic strains states and the nation, it also has stressed the resources of neighborhoods and individuals
Houston Symphony Returns to the Stage w/ Livestream Series
The Houston Symphony announces its return to the stage with the concert series Live from Jones Hall—a new hour-long livestream from Jones Hall at 8 p.m. each Saturday night in July and Saturday, Aug. 1. This series will introduce audiences to diverse and engaging programs, and it will offer an intimate concert experience. The concerts will feature Symphony musicians in solo and small ensemble roles and in repertoire not often showcased on our programs, highlighting different sections of the orchestra. Each livestream performance is available via a private link to ticket holders.
METRO Board Approves Requiring Facial Coverings on System
Enhanced Safety Measures Allow Fare Collection to Resume
METRO is continuing to expand its public service efforts requiring all riders, employees, contractors and visitors wear a face covering unless impracticable due to a medical condition. The health and safety rule unanimously approved today by METRO's Board of Directors extends to METRO vehicles, facilities and transit centers.
New Poll Shows Broad Consensus Across North Texas for Wearing Masks
Six out of 10 said wearing masks and social distancing should be required until a vaccine is widely available
A new poll commissioned by the non-partisan, non-profit group Texas 2036 shows broad support across North Texas for wearing masks to fight COVID-19.
Flood Control District Monitoring Heavy Rainfall and Flooding
The Harris County Flood Control District is monitoring severe weather through the region. Overnight heavy and persistent rainfall occurred over far western Harris County into northern Fort Bend County where rain totals of 5-8 inches have fallen overnight from Jersey Village to Katy and resulted in significant street flooding and rises on area creeks and bayous.
Aviation Institution on Maintenance Host STEM Summer Camp
Aviation Institute of Maintenance’s Jet Tech STEM Camp will provide participants a preview into the school’s FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician program.
Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) will be offering a glimpse into the world of aircraft maintenance through its annual Jet Tech Summer Aviation Maintenance Camp at select campuses.
Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Expanding Hospital Capacity
Order Suspends Elective Surgeries in Four Texas Counties
Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order to ensure hospital bed availability for COVID-19 patients as Texas faces an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The Governor’s order suspends elective surgeries at hospitals in Bexar, Dallas, Harris, and Travis counties.
Introducing Alewya: UK-Based Ethiopian-Egyptian Producer & Singer Shares Debut Single, Out Now via Because London Records
Welcome to the transcendent sounds of multidisciplinary artist Alewya.
Pentagon Nominee’s Record on Race and Segregation Draws Scathing Rebukes from Civil Rights Groups
Anthony Tata’s Self-Serving Apologies Don’t Excuse Long, Thorough History of Bigotry
Today, a diverse coalition of more than 50 civil rights, faith, education and labor groups have come out in opposition to the nomination of Anthony Tata for Under Secretary of Defense for Policy because of his long record of bigotry. Additionally, the North Carolina NAACP released a scathing statement of opposition documenting mismanagement, racial hostility, and efforts to resegregate schools when Tata was the schools superintendent of Wake County, NC.
Music Tourism Convention postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19
Music Tourism Convention postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19
The fifth edition of the Music Tourism Convention, originally scheduled for this September in Cleveland, Mississippi, has been postponed until 2021.
