Movement for Black Lives Launches Project for ‘electoral justice’ for Black People
The Movement for Black Lives, a massive group including the Black Lives Matter movement, has launched a new project aimed at providing ‘electoral justice’ for Black people.
Macy’s Thinks Pink to Support the Battle Against Breast Cancer
This October, Macy’s continues to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, inviting customers to give back through an inspiring campaign that shines the light on awareness while using fashion to fundraise for a disease that affects women, men and families everywhere.
In Loving Memory of Marie Mosede Sonnier Heileman
Marie Mosede Sonnier Heileman was born to the late Ernest and Della Marie (Jolivette) Sonnier in Carencrow, Louisiana on November 14, 1934. In her teens, she moved to Houston. She attended E. O. Smith Middle School. She had to stop attending in the eighth grade in order to care for her younger siblings. Marie met Henry Heileman at a Zydeco Club in Frenchtown.
Scholarship Fund Established for Children of U.S. Army Sgt. La David Johnson
The death of U.S. Army Sgt. La David Johnson of Miami Gardens, FL, one of four soldiers killed Oct. 4 by ambush in Niger, wasn’t just another tragedy involving a constituent to U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson. So, she and her 5,000 Role Models of Excellence program decided to do something for Johnson’s survivors.
Who Is Most At Risk of Breast Cancer?
Like all disease, breast cancer does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, identity or even social status. Still, according to experts, some are at more risk than others.
Cymphonique Sings Like Beyonce and Has Hands Like Laila Ali
Cymphonique is only 20, but has over 10 years of hard work blood sweat and tears into her music career. The Hip Hop R&B superstar sacrifices and dedicates her time in the recording studio making hits.
Colin Kaepernick’s Collusion Lawsuit Against NFL Could Have Historic Implications
Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick filed a grievance alleging that NFL owners are colluding to keep him unemployed during the 2017 season, as first reported by Mike Freeman of Bleacher Report.
Why People Call Her "Mama Biscuit" -- And How She Recovered After Getting Cut From a Popular Reality Show
Lesley Riley, founder of Mama Biscuit’s Gourmet Biscuit Company, is so successful that people are now referring to her as "Mama Biscuit" - even though that's not really the name that she goes by. Her gourmet biscuits come in 50 sweet and savory flavors like bananas foster, chicken pot pie, and spiced mango, and are available in several major retailers including Whole Foods and Wegmans.
Sheila Jackson Lee Celebrated for Her Involvement in Extending D-SNAP Services in Houston
TMO clergy members and leaders are meeting Tuesday at Christ Church Cathedral to recognize Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for efforts to extend D-SNAP services in Harris County.
Puerto Rico's Cash Crisis: 35% of Banks Still Closed
More than a third of the banks in Puerto Rico are still closed a month after Hurricane Maria pummeled the island.
Raising Cane's Donates $1M to Southern University in Announced Partnership
Raising Cane’s presented Southern University with a $1 million donation during an announcement of a partnership between the university and the Baton Rouge-based chicken finger chain.
Jemison Among Lego’s ‘Women of NASA’ Play Set
Lego has a new set that originated by a member of its Lego Ideas fan-sourced creation platform: The Women of NASA, a package that includes NASA pioneers Nancy Grace Roman, Margeret Hamilton, Sally Ride and Mae Jamison, as well as a space shuttle model, the Hubble telescope and display stands for all.
Challenge to Texas Voter ID Law Should be Over, AG Argues
Attorney General Ken Paxton argued in a new court document filed, has expected a brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals calling for the judges to end a challenge to the state’s new voter ID law for good.
Chef Carla Hall Brings the Hootie Hoo to Cooking With a Twist
Houston Style Magazine along with 24 Houstonians had a front row seat as Chef Carla Hall of ABC’s The Chew electrified the main room at “Cooking With a Twist “as she gave culinary instructions to each class participant. Chef Dee Dee Coleman and her staff were on hand as well to facilitate the activities while Chef Carla had the room full of guests bursting into laughter, posing for photos, and attending to their cooking tasks.
Contagious Video of 1970’s Hit Song Spreads Awareness of Stroke Signs
American Stroke Association releases a Y.M.C.A parody song to educate about stroke
A new parody music video is teaching diverse populations and generations across the country to recognize the most common stroke warning signs. The YouTube sensation was created by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke.
City of Prairie View Ordinance Prohibiting Parking Along F.M. 1098
The City of Prairie View has adopted an ordinance for both the north and south sides of F.M. 1098 starting at University Drive to LW Minor street. This ordinance prohibits the parking of vehicles at any time.
Dr. Kendall Harris Tapped to Lead TSU Academic Affairs
Texas Southern University is pleased to announce that Kendall T. Harris, Ph.D., P.E., has been selected as the new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. Harris, who will begin employment with TSU on January 1, 2018, comes to the University from Prairie View A&M University where he served as dean of the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering.
Historian Fights to Clear the Names of Black Soldiers Who Rioted in Houston 100 Years Ago
Hurricane Harvey put Houston back in the headlines, but a hundred years ago the city made news for a very different reason. Black soldiers at Fort Logan had gone on a rampage, prompting the largest murder trial in U.S. history. Now, a Virginia man is trying to clear their names.
City Council Votes to Approve HEB Lease Agreement with HHFC
City Councilman Dwight Boykins and the rest of the Houston’s City Council voted to approve an ordinance authorizing a lease agreement between the City of Houston and the Houston Housing Finance Corp, President and Chaired by Redick Edwards, for land located at S.H. 288 and N. MacGregor.
Jordan Peele and ABC President Channing Dungey to Be Honored by African American Film Critics Association
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) has named Get Out writer-director Jordan Peele and ABC Entertainment President Channing Dungey among the recipients of its special achievement honors.
