Boy Scouts Open Membership to Transgender Boys
The Boy Scouts of America says it will begin accepting members based on their gender identity, opening the door for transgender boys to join.
5 Things for Tuesday, January 31, 2017: Sally Yates, Travel Ban, Super Bowl LI
With all of the political talk dominating the headlines, we almost forgot that it's Super Bowl week. And the storyline for Super Bowl LI looks very familiar. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Malcolm X’s Daughter, Granddaughter Arrested
Malcolm X’s daughter and granddaughter have been arrested after allegedly stealing a U-Haul that carried a group of mistreated dogs, reports TMZ.
Ex-NC State Basketball Star Charles Shackleford Found Dead
Police in North Carolina say former North Carolina State basketball star Charles Shackleford has been found dead in his home. He was 50.
Google Launches Fund That Could Donate $4M To ACLU, Others
Google has created a crisis fund that could raise up to $4 million for four immigrant rights organizations.
Burger King Workers Sold Marijuana At Drive-Thru
Police say two employees at a New Hampshire Burger King have been arrested on drug charges after authorities were tipped off that drive-thru customers who asked for extra crispy fries got marijuana with their meal.
The City of Houston and Houston Community College Partner on Executive Education Program
Build Up Houston 2017 Class
Twelve small business owners will participate in the 2017 Class of Build Up Houston. Now in its 3rd year, Build Up Houston is the city’s executive education program that supports construction companies currently operating and doing business in the City of Houston. The program utilizes Interise’s award-winning StreetWise 'MBA'™ curriculum and will cover topics such as business development, strategic planning, access to capital, government contacts, financials, marketing and sales, and human resources. Classes will meet bi-weekly from January 31, 2017 through July 2017 at the Houston Community College’s Central Campus.
PARTY GUIDE: Super Bowl LI Parties & Events
Super Bowl LI is so much more than the game itself. Fans can enjoy a week-long celebration filled to the brim with exciting parties and family-friendly events that extend far beyond NRG Stadium.
ESPN’s Sage Steele Criticizes Protesters For Flight Delays
An ESPN anchor who vented about missing her flight because of airport immigration protesters is drawing criticism from people who say she is being insensitive.
Tony Rock Hosts TV One’s Hilarious New Game Show
Comedian and actor Tony Rock is hosting TV One’s new game show dating series, The Game Of Dating. He talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about what to expect.
Arlette Thomas-Fletcher Becomes the First African American, Female Writer, Director and Executive Producer of a Western Film
Arlette Thomas-Fletcher, a resident of Reisterstown, Maryland has been writing, producing and directing award winning Christian-based plays, music videos and short films for more than a decade. Thomas-Fletcher is the first African American to serve as the president of the Women In Film and Video chapter in Maryland and the owner of Fruits of The Spirit Production Company.
African American Smokers Vs. White Smokers -- Who is More Likely to Get Diabetes?
The risk of diabetes is 77 percent higher among African Americans than among non-Hispanic white Americans, according to the U.S. Centers For Disease Control. But that risk can be even higher if African Americans are heavy smokers. A recent study shows that heavy smoking greatly increases the risk of diabetes in Blacks.
Man Convicted Of Killing 2 At Texas Sandwich Shop Executed
A man convicted of a fatal robbery at a Dallas-area Subway shop just weeks after he was fired from his job there was executed Thursday night.
HCC Fashion Expert Offers Super Advice On the Hottest Trends for the Game
The countdown has started and thousands of football enthusiasts and their female companions will attend concerts and other Bayou City events leading up to Sunday’s super game. Yet, the question in the minds of many will be, “What can I wear that is trendy, sporty yet comfortable?”
Man Blames Running Deer For 40 mph Speeding Ticket
A Massachusetts man offered an unusual scapegoat for the classic “it wasn’t me” excuse in court last week.
12-Year-Old Artist Launches Inspirational “Art for Kids” Business
Leon Moss is a 12-year-old artist in Atlanta, Georgia. Leon has illustrated a book and created an art collection to inspire children. He began his career at 9, when his mother discovered his artistic abilities while looking for an illustrator for her children’s books.
Drake Gives Sasha Obama Props For Rocking His OVO Gear
Drake gave a shout-out to Sasha Obama via Instagram after he spotted a photo of her rocking a hat from his clothing line OVO, an acronym for “October’s Very Own.” His gear has been worn by many a celeb, and features an owl in its logo.
Did Stephen G. Hill Just Confirm A Bobby Brown Biopic?
Stephen G. Hill, BET’s President of Programming, talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about the network’s record-breaking hit series The New Edition Story and reveals which member of the group just may be getting their own biopic.
Three Houston Development Projects Honored by National Jury
The Houston District Council of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) has selected Buffalo Bayou Park, Hermann Park’s McGovern Centennial Gardens and MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theatre Center Houston) for its 2017 Development of Distinction Awards. ULI honors public open spaces and developments that exemplify best practices in design, construction, economic viability, healthy places, marketing and management and is modeled after the national Urban Land Institute Global Awards for Excellence and Urban Open Spaces Awards.
Brewers' Ryan Braun Free Of Injuries, Eager For Spring Training Return
The biggest problem that Ryan Braun has had this winter has been a lack of sleep.
