NAACP, Baxter Launch Partnership to Improve Access to Kidney Healthcare
African Americans are three times more likely to be impacted by kidney failure
The NAACP announced today that, with support from Baxter International Inc., it is launching a series of town hall events in communities across the country to improve knowledge about kidney disease and dialysis treatment options for African Americans. Baxter’s support will enable the project to bring needed information about prevention and treatment of kidney disease to African Americans, whose rates of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) continue to rise at alarming rates.
Inaugural “Laughs with Legends” Event Honors Houston Oilers Legend Warren Moon
Event also features Comedy Headliner George Wallace, and the “Legends Liars Club” - Former NFL Greats Andre Reed, Larry Centers, John Randle and Bubby Brister
A-Game Sports Marketing announced today that the honoree for the inaugural “Laughs with Legend” event will be Houston Oilers Legend and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Warren Moon. The event, which will take place at the Houston Improv on January 31, 2016 will also feature George “Mr. Las Vegas” Wallace as the comedy headliner and four legendary former NFL players in a skit called “The Legends Liars Club.” These players are: Andre Reed, Pro Football Hall of Fame; Larry Centers, NFL record-holder; John Randle, Pro Football Hall of Fame; and Bubby Brister, NFL record-holder.
Twitter Tips for Our Tweeter-in-Chief @realdonaldtrump (And the Rest of Us)
We're not going to lie; it happens to all of us when we tweet - the errant punctuation, the embarrassing typo. But Donald Trump is our tweeter-in-chief. He types 140 characters; he sends journalists into a tizzy. The rest of us can only wish we had that kind of impact (or followers). So, here are a few Twitter tips to help PEOTUS polish up his almighty feed (and for him to RT!)
White House Press Secretary: The Work of Journalists Has Never Been More Important
White House press secretary Josh Earnest reflected on his time at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Wednesday, telling CNN the "role of journalists in our democracy has never been more important."
Jennifer Holliday Talks Death Threats and Backlash Over Trump Inauguration
Jennifer Holliday said it never dawned on her she would receive so much backlash over her initial decision to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
Caution Urged as METRO Adapts Service to Cope with High Water & Severe Weather
Prepare for a difficult morning as METRO adapts routes to cope with heavy rain and throughout its service area. Please check METRO alerts and our website for regular updates. Be aware of high water and stay safe.
METRORail Red and Green Line Service Suspended, HOV Closed, Buses Detoured Due to High Water Across Houston Area
Please check METRO alerts and ridemetro.org for service updates.
The 32nd Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Nominees Announced
Central City Productions announced yesterday the nominees in 26 categories for the 2017 Stellar Awards. Hailed as an "epic night in gospel music," this year's Stellar Awards will return to the Las Vegas Orleans Arena on Saturday, March 25, 2017. The telecast will premiere on TV One Sunday, April 9 at 7 p.m. ET with encores at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. ET. In addition, the Stellar Awards will air in national broadcast syndication on 170 stations in over 150 markets around the country from April 14 - May 7, 2017.
Accused Cop Killer Captured, Orlando Police Say
After more than a month on the run, a man accused of killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend and an Orlando police officer has been captured, officials said Tuesday night.
5 Things for Wednesday, January 18, 2017: Chelsea Manning, Obamacare, Markeith Loyd
Good morning. I'm back at it after feeling a little under the weather. But enough about me. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Something Delicious Is Cooking in Houston
Do yourself a favor and, for a moment, put aside what you think you know about Houston.
Steve Harvey in 'Family Feud' With Fans
Name something Steve Harvey has done recently that is upsetting fans? Survey says ... it's more than one thing. The normally beloved host has run afoul of a few with his recent actions.
Colo, The Oldest Gorilla Ever On Record, Dies at 60
There's been another gorilla death at a zoo in Ohio. And while this one is of natural causes, it's no less heart-breaking.
Fort Lauderdale Shooter Says He Carried Out Attack for ISIS, FBI Claims
Esteban Santiago, the man charged with killing five people at the Fort Lauderdale airport, told FBI agents he carried out the attack on behalf of ISIS, FBI special agent Michael Ferlazzo testified at Santiago's bond hearing Tuesday.
Lady Gaga Practicing for Super Bowl In Her Backyard
You can get a sneak peek of Lady Gaga's Super Bowl halftime performance if you score an invite to her house.
Ava DuVernay's Filmmaking Passion Began With a Briefcase
Ava DuVernay is a director and producer who turns her passions into stories, from documentaries like "13TH" to big-budget sci-fi fantasy adventures. She's a justice-seeker, a forward-thinker and a "Creator."
Repealing Obamacare Without Replacement Would Strip 18 Million of Insurance: CBO
Repealing major Obamacare provisions without a replacement plan in place would quickly strip 18 million Americans of their insurance and cause premiums to skyrocket, according to a new Congressional Budget Office report released Tuesday.
Movers Begin Loading Obamas' Belongings Into New Home
President Barack Obama's stay at the White House doesn't officially end until Friday, but he's already getting a head start on moving into his new home.
Beyond the Rhetoric 353: Stop the Whining and please go to Work
“There are not red states or blue states. There is the United States of America!”, Barack Hussein Obama (2004). Oh, did he have us at that point. We were all going to work together and build a greater America. Something happened along the way. Here we are in 2017, and we are as divided as we were in 1968.
Gridiron Glory Exhibit at TSU to Showcase The Best of America’s Most Beloved Sport
Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame is a 6,000 square-foot traveling exhibit that will arrive January 30 on TSU’s campus for its three-month run in the University Museum. Gridiron Glory, organized by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in association with NFL Films, gives viewers a panoramic view of the story of professional football – from its humble beginnings in the early 20th century to its status today as a cultural phenomenon.
