After a deadly storm, some Texans must change electric providers while others still don't have water
For many Texans, basic necessities like clean running water and a stable electricity provider may seem like a pipe dream right now.
A spacecraft named for 'Hidden Figures' mathematician Katherine Johnson has arrived on the International Space Station
A spacecraft named for the famed NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson has arrived at the International Space Station with about 8,000 pounds of cargo in tow.
Leading Health and Cancer Advocacy Groups Unite to Reduce Racial Disparities in Cancer Care
NCCN, ACS CAN, and NMQF present new polling data showing patient, caregiver and provider views of bias and suggest policy and practice changes to improve equity in access to high quality cancer ca
Today, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and the National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) presented new ideas for overcoming inequality in oncology. The recommendations—developed by a group of 17 national experts, representing patients and advocates, caregivers, healthcare providers, researchers, and industry—directly address how medical systems in the United States often disproportionately fail minority patients, particularly those who are Black and/or Indigenous, and draws on extensive polling data from a recent poll fielded by Public Opinion Strategies on behalf of the organizations to make clear the case for urgent action.
Mostyn Law Commissions Artwork Saluting Vice President Kamala Harris
Paintings by local artists to be awarded in a consumer giveaway with Majic 102
Amber Mostyn and Mostyn Law have commissioned original works from a number of local artists, inviting them to share their personal interpretations of the image of Vice President Kamala Harris. These works, created by Linda Simien Kelly, Rico Edwards and Kaima Marie, among others, will be awarded in an online consumer sweepstakes with Majic 102 (KMJQ-FM/Houston), in support of Mostyn Law’s 1-800-TRUCKWRECK initiatives.
Comcast NBCUniversal Commits $500,000 to Support Winter Storm Relief Efforts
Our hearts go out to the people of Houston, including thousands of our employees and customers who have been impacted by the extreme and devastating effects of Winter Storm Uri. To help support those impacted by the disaster, Comcast NBCUniversal is committed to providing $500,000 in support to Houston-area relief efforts, including cash and in-kind contributions.
UH Receives $5 Million to Combat HIV/AIDS Epidemic
Grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc. Continues Graduate College of Social Work Effort in Southern United States
A University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work research center working to eradicate the underlying serious and systemic challenges that contribute to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the Southern United States has received $5 million in renewal funding from biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, Inc. to facilitate the continuation of its impactful work.
Invest Texas Council Releases Statement on Governor Abbott’s Call to Reform ERCOT
Encourages Greater Private Investment and Smart Policies
Invest Texas Council (ITC) Chairman Ron Simmons today released a statement after Governor Abbott added three emergency items to his legislative agenda this session in order to reform the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and ensure Texas has a more robust infrastructure:
"Black History Always – Music For The Movement Vol. 2" Set For Release February 26
EP Features New Recordings From Tobe Nwigwe, Brent Faiyaz, Tinashe, Freddie Gibbs And Momo With Infinity Song
The "Black History Always - Music For The Movement Vol. 2" EP is set for release Friday, February 26, The EP is the second volume of the ongoing project between The Undefeated, ESPN's content initiative exploring the intersection of sports, race and culture, and Hollywood Records. "Black History Always" is the follow up to Volume I's "I Can't Breathe" which features Rapsody, Keedron Bryant, Jensen McRae, Robert Glasper, Terrace Martin and Alex Isley.
Influential Black women amplify need for health equity amid COVID-19
American Heart Association announces EmPOWERED to Serve™ Black Women and Well-Being Roundtable in partnership with Divine Nine Sororities and The Links, Inc.
In appreciation of Black History Month and American Heart Month, the American Heart Association, the leading global voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, is bringing together some of the most influential Black women in the country to address the prevalent health disparities affecting Black women, the global COVD-19 pandemic and its disproportionate effect on minority communities, and the COVID-19 vaccine.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers® Set to Commemorate 150th Anniversary with Yearlong Celebration of Events
The world-renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers® will celebrate the 150th anniversary of their founding with a year-long celebration of events. Organized as a choral ensemble in 1871, the Fisk Jubilee Singers® have played an essential role in introducing and sharing the tradition of the Negro spiritual with the world. This remarkable ensemble has traveled the world singing sacred songs and raising funds to support Fisk University for the past 150 years.
5 Tips For 2021 Graduates to Prepare for A Fiercely Competitive Job Market
Colleges may return to normalcy in a few months as the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines continues. Meanwhile, in sharp contrast to that positive news, millions of college students will graduate this spring facing bleak employment prospects.
White Rage
LBJ was right, but wrong. When President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, he said of the Democratic Party, “We have lost the South for a generation.” However, President Johnson’s estimate of the damage done to his party in the eyes of white America was too optimistic. No Democratic candidate for president of the United States has won a majority of the white vote in the North or the South since 1964.
Over 5,000 Free Meals Served to The Houston Community At Burns Original Bar-B-Que With Help From BossLife Foundation, 1501 Records, & World Central Kitchen
It was a beautiful day to give back to the Houston community following the rough week we've all had dealing with the after math of the Winter storm. Cars started to line up all along the back roads of Acres Homes as guests prepared for today's giveaways. The line stretched all the way from Burns Bar-B-Que to the light at Little York Rd. with guests who had started arriving as early as 7:30am.
Governor Abbott Gives Update On State Efforts To Provide Water, Resources Across Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in San Antonio where he provided an update on the state's efforts to provide water and other resources to Texans across the state. The Governor's press conference was held at Port San Antonio, where members of the National Guard are currently unloading water and other resources to distribute to communities in Texas.
FEMA Responds to Severe Winter Weather in the Southeast
FEMA is on the ground in Texas helping winter storm survivors by moving water, fuel, blankets and other needed commodities. We're emptying warehouses and purchasing new supplies to help alleviate impacts from these storm.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Federal Approval Allowing SNAP Clients To Purchase Hot Foods
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to use their food benefits to purchase hot foods and ready-to-eat meals due to impacts from the severe winter storm.
A federal rule will reverse strides in cancer treatment
"You've got cancer." That's one of the scariest sentences in the English language. But it's less frightening than it used to be. Cancer death rates plummeted 29 percent between 1991 and 2017, according to the American Cancer Society. Survival rates have soared. Almost 99 percent of prostate cancer patients are still alive five years after diagnosis -- up from 68 percent in the 1970s.
Kroger Distributes Thousands of Cases of Bottled Water to Local Community Organizations
Kroger donated pallets of water to several organizations to distribute to Houstonians in need.
Today, as much of Greater Houston and surrounding areas are faced with an ongoing water boil notice, and many Houstonians without access to water, Kroger has partnered with several organizations across Houston in an effort to get bottled drinking water to those most in need.
Texas Survivors Affected by Winter Weather Can Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance
Texas homeowners and renters in the 77 counties designated for individual assistance who sustained damage may now apply for disaster assistance with FEMA.
Verizon Donates $250K to Feeding Texas to Aid in Winter Storm Relief Efforts
Following this week’s devastating winter storms, hunger is an issue for more Texas families. To help with this urgent need, Verizon is donating $250,000 to Feeding Texas. Feeding Texas is the largest hunger-relief organization for the state feeding more than 4M Texans annually. The network reaches 254 counties through 21 food banks.
