Districts to install cameras to catch drivers passing school buses
A new law allows school districts to install stop-arm cameras on school buses to catch drivers illegally passing stopped buses. Governor Cuomo signed the law Tuesday morning.
AOC calls out Mitch McConnell for photo showing young men with cardboard cutout of her
A photo of a group of young men wearing "Team Mitch" t-shirts -- as sign of support for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell -- appearing to kiss and mock choke a cardboard cutout of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is drawing sharp criticism from the freshman Democratic congresswoman.
Former Obama national security adviser says Trump's 'raw racism' is a global issue
Former national security adviser Susan Rice slammed President Donald Trump in an op-ed for The New York Times, writing that his "raw racism" is a global issue.
Local salon caters to children with special needs
With school starting up soon in Green Country, parents want their kids to look and feel their best with a fresh haircut but it's not an easy task for many families.
'Blood was just everywhere;' Owner says neighbor shot her dog for no reason
A woman is searching for answers after she said her service dog was shot by a neighbor in North City.
South Carolina girl, 5, is missing after her mother was killed, police say
A 5-year old South Carolina girl is missing after her mother was found killed in their apartment early Monday evening, the Sumter Police Department said Tuesday.
Gigi Hadid may be killing Tyler Cameron's 'Bachelor' chances
Plenty of viewers would like to see Tyler Cameron as the next "The Bachelor." But he may be otherwise occupied.
The Paradox of Love: Trump's United States of Hate
America is experiencing the most perilous of times in recent history as the result of its president, Donald Trump. Even though Monday morning he stepped forward to speak against the weekend's hate crimes, it lacks residence because of the hate that has been reverberating since his stance against the Central Park Five, his ascendance in the GOP with the birther inquisition of Barack Obama, and not immediately condemning the chants of "send her back" aimed at four congressional women of Congress for doing their job.
Nipsey Hussle to Be Memorialized with Tower Outside of Marathon Clothing in Los Angeles
According to thegrio.com, Nipsey Hussle’s long-time partner, Lauren London, recently announced via Instagram that a monument in Hussle’s honor is going to be erected outside his Marathon Clothing store in Hyde Park.
Five Cocktail-Worthy Celebrations
Soak up these last few days of summer and frolic into fall with these five cocktail-worthy celebrations. Thanks to William Grant & Sons’ extensive portfolio of award-winning brands, we have the perfect cocktail to go with each.
The Harris County Democratic Party calls on city and county leaders to take action locally to end gun violence
In the wake of 3 more mass shootings this past week, we find ourselves in the same posture of grief, disbelief and rage. We continue to wonder exactly why this became our norm and what we can do to make sure this never happens again. New Zealand took action in 6 days. Why can’t we?
Rookie Quarterbacks Kyler Murray and Daniel Jones Make Preseason Debuts Live on NFL Network
Four Live Preseason Week 1 Games on NFL Network: New York Jets at New York Giants – August 8 at 7:00 PM ET Los Angeles Chargers at Arizona Cardinals – August 8 at 10:00 PM ET Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Pittsburgh Steelers – August 9 at 7:30 PM ET Dallas Cowboys at San Francisco 49ers – August 10 at 9:00 PM ET Le'Veon Bell's New York Jets Debut LIVE on NFL Network
Beyond the Rhetoric: The Evolution of the National Black Chamber of Commerce – Final Part
It was the late 1980’s, and life was great for the Alford/DeBow family. In such a short time Kay and I had developed quite a portfolio: Military Officer experience, Big 10 graduates living in Big 10 Country, Fortune 100 corporate experience, real estate brokerage training and entrepreneurship experience.
Andrews to Lead as Director for HCDE’s Center for Safe and Secure Schools
Julia Andrews is the new director of the Center for Safe and Secure Schools, a division of Harris County Department of Education.
Shelley Johnson Inducted into the Destinations International Hall of Fame
Destinations International Chair, William Pate, President/CEO of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau and Destinations International President & CEO, Don Welsh, recognized the 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees at the association’s annual convention July 23-25, in St. Louis, MO.
Special Edition T-Mobile Arena Tours Featuring Ice Installation Available September 2019
Tickets Go on Sale Tuesday, Aug. 6
Due to popular demand, T-Mobile Arena is extending its venue tour dates into September with a ‘cool’ new tour experience for guests. Guests attending the Special Edition T-Mobile Arena Tours will not only experience the normal 60-minute behind-the-scenes guided experience through the No. 1 venue on Billboard Magazine’s 2018 Arena Power List, but also will see the installation of the ice that will be used during the upcoming 2019-2020 hockey season.
Gwyneth Paltrow is now ready to move in with her husband
Gwyneth Paltrow has decided it's time to make her husband her roommate. The Goop founder took a walk down memory lane for InStyle, reminiscing on the different chapters of her life, from living in London with ex-husband Chris Martin to her current relationship with husband Brad Falchuk.
Obama takes on hate and Trump takes on Obama
It is a strange fact of unfolding American history that the country's first black President should be followed in office by a President who has openly said racist things.
'The Baby-Sitters Club' casts Alicia Silverstone and Mark Feuerstein
Alicia Silverstone and Mark Feuerstein have joined the cast of Netflix's "The Baby-Sitters Club," the streaming channel's upcoming contemporary take on author Ann M. Martin's beloved young adult series.
Toni Morrison lit the way to guide us out of our troubles
Toni Morrison's death this week at 88 comes at a fraught moment, when the country feels trapped in a hornets' nest of racist rage and violence. America is being summoned, yet again, to atone for its original sin, white supremacy.
