Magic Johnson Explains How He Brokered the $154 Million Deal With Lebron James
NBA legend Earvin "Magic Johnson" explained in detail how he brokered the $154 million dollar deal for Lebron James to come and play for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Rising Pearland Track And Field Star Set to Defy All Odds at Junior Olympics
It has been proven the brightest star in the galaxy is not the largest. Despite the size, it radiates with the most brilliant light. The basis of its strength evolves from within its own matter. In human terms, one would call it inner strength; true character or utter will. This description is perfectly fitting for rising Track and Field Star Michaela McCall. She has defied every imaginable statistic, study and/or opinion with her unparalleled speed, endurance and voracious desire to win medals in her sport. There are thousands of Olympic hopefuls in the world of track and field; all are vying to win medals. Despite grueling training and conditioning, few athletes realize their dreams. Michaela’s Coach Edmond Ewing (AKA: Coach E) of Pearland Track Xpress says; Track and Field competitors have an immense speed or profound physical endurance. Rarely, if not at all, a coach finds an athlete like Michaela, who is gifted with both.
Domingo Garcia Takes Reins of LULAC As It Strives to Reach Younger Latinos
Dallas attorney Domingo Garcia was elected president of the League of United Latin American Citizens, the nation's oldest Latino civil rights organization.
End Your Summer With the Kentucky State Park Culinary Trail
Calling all food lovers and adventure goers! The state of Kentucky is merging the best of both worlds and introducing an all-new state parks culinary trail, which features nine awe-inspiring state parks and their mouthwatering signature, regional dishes. That’s right, grab your fork and come hungry around the table with the backdrop of Mother Nature to taste succulent professionally prepared cuisines.
Corona's Parent Sharpens Pitch to Hispanic Drinkers
Constellation Brands wants to strengthen its appeal to Hispanic drinkers.
Florida's 'stand your ground' Law Is 'a license to kill black people,' Attorney Says
Six years after the killing of Trayvon Martin put "stand your ground" laws under a microscope, attorney Benjamin Crump is representing another Florida family who lost a loved one under the law.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Applauds the award of a $459,000 Grant to fund the University of Houston’s Aging Research Program
Jackson Lee—“This crucial grant project, which is funded through 2021, will research the role of Nrf2 in aging kidney functions. The research will further strengthen the understanding of the role of the kidney, and the underlying mechanisms involved in causing high blood pressure in aging.”
Federal Appeals Court Rules Unanimously to Revive Fast-Food Workers' Landmark Lawsuit Charging Alabama Violated Equal Protection Laws in Blocking Birmingham Minimum Wage Increase
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruled unanimously Wednesday to overturn a lower court’s 2017 dismissal of a lawsuit charging Alabama violated federal equal protection laws when it passed a state law blocking a minimum wage increase to $10.10 an hour for 40,000 workers in Birmingham.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a Senior Member of House Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Homeland Security, Introduced Legislation to Call for any Agreement Made Between Trump and Pu
Jackson Lee—“ Both Trump and Putin cannot be trusted to make agreements that not only benefit the United States, but which do not threaten the very fabric of our democracy. The United States Congress possesses an inherent and vital responsibility to investigate threats to democracy and must not succumb to partisanship that may lead to complicity in the deterioration of our democratic system.”
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Visits Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands To Conduct Oversight over Ongoing Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Jackson Lee—“There must be major sustained efforts to help Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. I continue to fight to ensure American citizens in these regions receive the assistance they need.”
Houston Astros and Texas Rangers Mascot Rivalry Bobblehead Unveiled
Limited Edition bobblehead commemorating the Lone Star Series between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers is now available for purchase exclusively from the National Bobblehead HOF.
Citi Brings Fans Up Close and Personal With Julia Michaels On The Citi Concert Series On TODAY]
Through the Citi Concert Series on TODAY, Citi is offering new ways for fans and customers to experience live music, as well as custom created-content via digital and social platforms and on-site activations.
Montgomery County Choral Society Prepares for Spectacular Season
Part placement events scheduled through Aug. 6
The Montgomery County Choral Society will be holding member singing/vocal placements at the First Methodist Conroe Choir Room 4308 W. Davis St. Conroe, TX 77304.
Ending Keloid Suffering in African American Patients with Innovative Technology
Almost 18 million people suffer from keloids, which are overgrowths of scar tissue around common skin injuries, including surgeries (even C-sections), acne, piercings or cuts. Among them, African-Americans are seven times more prone. For patients, these scars can significantly impact physical appearance and even cause anxiety and depression.
YG's New Album 'Stay Dangerous' Set for August 3rd Release on Def Jam
Multi-platinum Bompton-based rapper YG doubles up today with the launch of the pre-order for his eagerly awaited new album STAY DANGEROUS arriving next Friday, August 3rd via Def Jam Recordings (tracklisting below) – and the release of a new single and music video for one of the album’s premiere tracks, “Handgun” featuring A$AP Rocky. The “Handgun” video will exclusively be broadcasted on BET Jams for the first 24 hours of its release.
United Health Foundation, UH Expand Obesity and Diabetes Program to Houston’s East End After Success in Third Ward
Midway through a three-year, $2 million grant from the United Health Foundation, University of Houston’s Project TOUCH (Treating Obesity in Underserved Communities) has impressive numbers to report. Based on its success in Houston’s Third Ward, the effort for preventing and treating obesity, Type 2 diabetes and other ailments will move into Houston’s East End in the fall.
Louisiana HIV Patients file Federal Personal Injury Cases Against Gilead Over Key HIV Drug
Legal actions filed by two patients with HIV from Louisiana targets Gilead over its promotion of HIV/AIDS medication that causes permanent damage to the kidneys and bones AND over Gilead’s suppression of a safer version of the drug with far less toxicity in order to maximize profits and extend the sales of the initial drug, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (“TDF”).
Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Karlie Redd, Marsha Ambrosius, Snowfall star Isaiah John, Grammy-nominated Gospel Artists, The Walls Group, and More Exciting Guest Appearances Next Week on "Sister Cir
"Sister Circle," the live, daily talk show from TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) and TV One, is hosted by a panel of four female hosts - Quad Webb-Lunceford (Married To Medicine), Syleena Johnson (R&B Divas), TV host, sports reporter and radio show host Rashan Ali and stand-up comedienne Kiana Dancie - airs weekdays from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET on TV One. The daytime talk show is a part of TV One's daytime programming block and also airs in 12 TEGNA markets. "Sister Circle" is produced out of TEGNA's WATL in Atlanta and reaches 60 percent of U.S. television households.
Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Six To Texas Board Of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Blanca Cardenas and Karen Gardner and reappointed DeLana Honaker, Ph.D. to the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. Additionally, the Governor reappointed Stephanie Johnston, O.T.D., Sally Harris King, and Pamela Nelon for terms set to expire February 1, 2021. The Governor named Johnston presiding officer of the board. The board licenses and regulates occupational therapy services in the state of Texas.
Talented Innovators with Disabilities Showcase Secrets Behind 400 Percent Improvement in New Jobs for People with Disabilities
A panel of diverse leaders with disabilities and their allies are gathering next Monday, July 30 to discuss key insights into the unprecedented success of hundreds of thousands of Americans with disabilities who entered the workforce last year. This panel, composed of disability employment and workforce development leaders, will be presenting between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. as part of a day long summit sponsored by RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities.
