Houston Rockets Wins Third Pick In 2022 NBA Draft Lottery, But Will They Use The Selection In June?
For the second consecutive season, the Houston Rockets will select in the top five of the NBA Draft after the lottery drawing on Tuesday night. With general manager, Rafael Stone representing the Rockets organization, Houston secured the number three overall selection for the first time in team history since 1983.
Robin Thicke, Mýa, and DJ Jazzy Jeff to Headline Célébrez en Rosé Wine & Music Festival in Houston on May 28
Célébrez en Rosé wine and music festival is making its debut in Houston during Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 28, in Buffalo Bayou Park, with an all-star entertainment lineup and headline performances from Robin Thicke, Mýa, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. The event will also feature several local acts, including DJ Mr. Rodgers and DJ Cee Watts.
PVAMU ranks No. 4 in Texas for best value universities, No.1 HBCU
Prairie View A&M University ranks as the No. 1 “best value” Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Texas, according to SmartAsset’s latest analysis.
January 6 committee investigating Capitol tour given by GOP lawmaker on the eve of the insurrection
The House select committee investigating the January 6 insurrection has formally requested information from Rep. Barry Loudermilk, a Republican from Georgia, about a US Capitol tour he gave to visitors the day before rioters stormed the building.
Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity Launches Houston Fund for Guaranteed Income Pilot Program in Houston
110 program participants to receive $4,500 over one-year period Applications accepted May 19 – 25, 2022
Today, the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity (Houston Equity Fund), along with the support of Mayor Sylvester Turner, announced a one-year Guaranteed Income pilot program in Houston in partnership with Mayors for a Guaranteed Income (MGI). The pilot program will provide $375 per month, totaling $4,500 annually, to 110 program participants in need. The Houston Equity Fund will disperse monthly stipends to Houston’s most underserved and under-resourced individuals with the goal of progressing toward a more equitable and prosperous city.
The Lancaster Hotel’s Rose Brooks retires after 39 years of service
Rose Brooks, the storied Lancaster Hotel’s longest standing employee, will retire this month after 39 years of service. During that time, she has served more than 1.4 million guests including politicians, celebrities, actors and performers, sports icons, powerful lawyers, government leaders, local executives, honeymoon, anniversary couples, remodels, and renovations. The list goes on and on.
A Visionary Commitment to Houston's Health
Fertitta Family Pledges $50 Million to UH College of Medicine to Propel 'New Era of Health Care'
Prominent businessman Tilman J. Fertitta and his family have pledged $50 million to the University of Houston College of Medicine to ignite a new era of innovative and equitable health care in Houston and across Texas. In recognition of the legacy-defining support, the medical school is now named the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine.
Dolphins were spotted in 2009 doing something unusual. A new study sheds light on the reasons behind it
In the Red Sea off the coast of Egypt, bottlenose dolphins were spotted in 2009 doing something unusual. They lined up to rub their bodies against coral.
Italian coffee shop fined $1,050 for failing to display price of espresso
An Italian coffee shop owner is in hot water after being fined 1,000 euros ($1,050) for failing to display the cost of a 2 euro ($2.12) espresso.
2022 Pepsi National Battle Of The Bands Presented By Toyota Announces Event Date, Tickets & Bands
Earlier today event organizers for the Pepsi National Battle of the Bands presented by Toyota announced that this year’s event will take place on Saturday, August 27 at NRG Stadium and will kick off at 6:00 p.m. CST. This announcement also revealed the highly anticipated marching band lineup and marks the beginning of the event’s discounted ticket pre-sale window.
ParkHouston’s New Online Training Fights Disabled Parking Abuse
The City of Houston is pleased to announce a new online course for residents interested in volunteering to help prevent the abuse of parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities. Through its public parking management team, ParkHouston, the City will offer virtual training modules to allow Houstonians 24-hour access to complete the Volunteer Parking Enforcement certification at their convenience. Until now, this training was only offered in person or through fixed-schedule online courses.
Senate passes bill to create panel to study making a national museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture
The Senate unanimously passed a bill Thursday to establish a commission to study the creation of a national museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture in Washington, sending the measure to President Joe Biden's desk.
How early traumas can affect your relationship with money
Divorce. Job loss. Business failure. Eviction. Bankruptcy. Poverty.
Land Your Dream Job With Murphy-Goode Winery
One-on-One With Lindsay Perry
Lindsay Perry jumps into the wine industry, working for Murphy-Goode after winning their "Really Good Job" contest.
Boeing to once again feature PVAMU paraphernalia on Starliner mission to space
For the second year in a row, Boeing will be honoring over a dozen HBCUs, including Prairie View A&M University, during its CST-100 Starliner’s second Orbital Flight Test on May 19.
How some Tops shoppers found safety in the store's break room during the shooting
When Jerome Bridges heard gunshots ring out Saturday in a Buffalo, New York, supermarket, he ran to lead some of his coworkers and customers to safety in the store's break room and barricaded them inside with a heavy desk.
Ukrainians seeking shelter in US must have TB screenings and certain vaccinations
The United States is preparing to welcome more displaced Ukrainians now that the Biden administration has approved the first group to enter through the new Uniting for Ukraine program. Ukrainians began arriving through the program this month.
Texas asks Supreme Court to keep state social media censorship law in effect
The Supreme Court should allow a sweeping Texas law to remain in effect that restricts the ability of Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to moderate their platforms, according to the state's attorney general.
Adriana Lima shows off baby bump on Cannes red carpet
At the Cannes film festival premiere of Joseph Kosinski's "Top Gun: Maverick" on Wednesday, former Victoria's Secret model Adriana Lima became the latest celebrity to turn maternity fashion on its head.
CDC's independent vaccine advisers will meet to discuss Covid-19 boosters for kids
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's independent Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) will meet Thursday to discuss updates on Covid-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness for children ages 5-11 years, CDC guidance on boosters for that age group and the framework for that booster dose.
