LA Mayor Karen Bass' 'Inside Safe' program clears 6 homeless encampments
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is stepping up the city's efforts to house the homeless under the "Inside Safe" program.
Bed Bath & Beyond was a retail pioneer. Here's what went wrong
Bed Bath & Beyond, America's quintessential home furnishings' chain, is fighting to stay in business.
Google's AI chatbot Bard had an inaccurate response in public demo
Google's much-hyped new AI chatbot tool Bard, which has yet to be released to the public, is already being called out for an inaccurate response it produced in a demo this week.
D.E.C.F. Hosts Annual Scholarship Fundraiser "Carnivale Mystique-Mardi Gras Gala" Let the Good Times Roll!
The Delta Education and Charitable Foundation (D.E.C.F.) will again host their annual scholarship fundraiser this year, “Carnivale Mystique-Mardi Gras Gala” on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023 at the Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel.
The National Black Cultural Information Trust Launches the Protect Black History Initiative
The new ProtectBlackHistory.org initiative will distribute Black history materials and other resources in communities facing hostility toward teaching Black history in local school systems.
TSU Celebrates Black History Month
Texas Southern University officially kicks off Black History Month on Wednesday, February 1, with a comprehensive calendar of events highlighting the excellence of African Americans and featuring events produced and hosted by students, faculty, and staff.
Black Women Rule the Grammys
Bow down for Queen Bey! The Houston entertainer has just sent herself into the superstar stratosphere by winning the most Grammys in history! With a record 32 wins, she received her latest Grammy for best dance/electronic album for the record "Renaissance." Beyonce also took home Grammys for best traditional R&B performance for "Plastic Off the Sofa," best electronic dance for "Break My Soul," and best R&B performance for "Cuff It," respectively. She is, without a doubt, the GOAT of music!
Almeda Hospitality Group Owner And North Forest Alum Surprised 11 North Forest High School Families With Light Bill Assistance As Part Of Their L.I.T. Initiative!
As a proud product of North Forest High School, Steve Rogers, has been committed to helping his community. During the 2021 school year, Rogers provided the entire senior class with backpacks and school supplies along with a personalized note to each student. In an effort to continue his commitment to his Alma Mater, on Thursday, February 2nd, Rogers provided breakfast for select North Forest High School families and shared encouraging words to parents and students reminding them to be L.I.T. (Lead, Improve, & Thrive).
Community Music Center of Houston Honors Rev. Absalom Jones and Celebrates Anniversary of Rev. Marcia Sadberry's Ordination with Concert
Community Music Center of Houston (CMCH) will host a special musical tribute honoring Rev. Absalom Jones and celebrating the anniversary of the ordination of Rev. Marcia Sadberry on Sunday, February 12 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Luke the Evangelist Episcopal Church.
Former Harris County Jailer Charged With Manslaughter in Inmate Death
A former detention officer at the Harris County Jail was indicted Thursday and charged with felony manslaughter in the February 2021 death of a jail inmate, the first time criminal charges have been filed against a detention officer in an in-custody death at the jail.
Champions of Magic Tour Headed to Houston's Hobby Center - February 2-17, 2023
Exclusively to Houston, Champions Of Magic bring their arena scale spectacle to the Hobby Center’s intimate Zilkha Hall for an extended run February 2-17. This is an opportunity to experience their unique brand of live entertainment like never before.
Houston Hospice Appoints Cora Guinn Robinson to Board of Directors
Houston Hospice announced the appointment of Cora Guinn Robinson to its Board of Directors. Following this appointment, the Board will comprise of 15 members, four of which are officers and an additional six are advisors.
Friend of slain mother Heidi Broussard sentenced to 55 years in prison
The Texas woman accused of killing Heidi Broussard and kidnapping the victim's infant has been sentenced to 55 years in prison after pleading guilty to the 2019 murder, according the Travis County District Attorney's Office.
Investigators probing a possible near-collision between two aircraft on an airport runway in Austin, Texas
A FedEx cargo plane trying to land at an Austin, Texas, airport had to change course Saturday to avoid a potential collision with a Southwest Airlines jet that was taking off from the same runway, officials said.
Black, Hispanic dialysis patients are at greater risk of dangerous bloodstream infections
Patients with failing kidneys who need regular dialysis treatments still have sky-high rates of dangerous staph infections in their blood compared with people who don't need these treatments, according to a new Vital Signs report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rates of infection are particularly high among people who are Black or Hispanic or who have a lower socioeconomic status, the report said.
2023 Pro Bowl Games: How to watch and what to expect
The traditional NFL Pro Bowl has been revamped for the 2022-23 season. The rebranded Pro Bowl Games breathe new life into the longstanding praxis of bringing together the league's top talent.
Chaotic scene erupts outside Texas grocery store after someone posts about 'free food' being distributed amid power outages
Authorities in Austin, Texas, responded to gridlocked roads near an H-E-B grocery store this week after more than 250 people clamored for food that had been discarded due to the sustained power outage at the location.
Alabama community rallies in support of a Black author after school district cancels Black History Month event
A suburban Alabama community is rallying behind a Black author after the school district rescinded an invitation to have him speak and read his books at local elementary schools during Black History Month.
The Houston Museum of African American Culture Announces the February 11, 2023 Bland, George, Tolan Lecture
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) announces the February 11, 2023 Bland, George, Tolan Lecture by Dr. Biko Mandela Gray to take place at 2:00 pm. In 2021, HMAAC completed its Stairwell of Memory, highlighted by local artists Shawn Artis, Ted Ellis and Cedric Ingramportraits of Sandra Bland, George Floyd and Robbie Tolan for community memory, and to give comfort to mothers that their children will not be forgotten. The lecture will bring together Geneva Bland, Marian Tolan and Lezley McSpadden, the mothers respectively of Sandra Bland, Robbie Tolan and Michael Brown. The lecture could not be more timely.
Democratic party leaders like Biden even if they don't love him -- and that may just be enough
The merchandise stand at the Democratic National Committee meeting where Joe Biden delivered his reelection soft launch this weekend had three tote bag options, two T-shirts, two sweatshirts and a donkey baseball cap, but nothing with any reference to the president himself.
