Rural education model being reshaped
Texas A&M University’s Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications, ALEC, is working with rural schools to make sure the future offers as many opportunities as possible for Texas youth.
ABC7/WABC-TV New York Plans to 'Set the Record Straight' in an Upcoming Streaming Premiere of Its Jam Master Jay Documentary This Friday, April 16
‘Set the Record Straight: The Jam Master Jay Case’ Features Original Music From Oscar®-Nominated Composer Charles Mack, and Interviews With Music Industry Figures Including Former Def Jam Recordings
ABC 7/WABC-TV New York, an ABC Owned Television Station, shares with viewers never-before-seen footage with new and exclusive details surrounding the death of hip-hop legend and member of Run-DMC, Jason “Jam Master Jay’ Mizell, in an exclusive stream-only premiere of “Set the Record Straight: The Jam Master Jay Case,” Friday, April 16, with a Hulu premiere on April 20.
France to ban domestic flights where trains are available, in move to cut emissions
France is set to ban short domestic flights in favor of train services, after lawmakers approved a plan that will see several air routes discontinued to reduce emissions.
DEEP identifies kayaker whose body was pulled from pond
Environmental officials identified a kayaker whose body was pulled from a pond in Middlebury over the weekend.
Brazil is building a new statue of Jesus -- and it's going to be bigger than Rio's
A huge statue of Jesus Christ is under construction in southern Brazil, and it will be even taller than its famous counterpart in Rio de Janeiro.
Biden administration stands down on policing commission, focuses on legislative route instead
The Biden administration is standing down on a campaign promise to create a White House-led commission and instead moving forward with its efforts toward passing police reform through legislative channels.
Minnesota National Guard deployed after protests over the death of man following a police shooting during a traffic stop
Hundreds of people protested Sunday night after a Black man in Minnesota was shot by a police officer and died following a traffic stop.
Cardiologist says George Floyd's death was absolutely preventable in Derek Chauvin's trial
An expert cardiologist testified Monday that George Floyd died from cardiopulmonary arrest caused by low oxygen levels brought on by prone restraint and positional asphyxia -- making him the fifth doctor to say as much in Derek Chauvin's trial.
Nick Cannon expecting twin boys with Abby De La Rosa
Actor and TV presenter Nick Cannon is preparing to welcome his second set of twins into the world.
Will Smith and Antoine Fuqua pull 'Emancipation' production from Georgia
Georgia has lost a major production because of its newly restrictive voting legislation.
Prosecution nears end of its case as Derek Chauvin trial enters third week of testimony
An expert cardiologist testified Monday that George Floyd died from cardiopulmonary arrest caused by low oxygen levels brought on by prone restraint and positional asphyxia -- making him the fifth doctor to say as much in Derek Chauvin's trial.
Rockets Face Warriors After Tough Loss Against The Clippers
The Rockets will have no time to regroup as they head up the coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco on Saturday to take on the Golden State Warriors who are also coming off of a tough loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday night.
Cold Bats Leads To Another Astros Loss
What started out as a great homestand seemed to turn quickly on the Houston Astros. After opening up the three-game series against the Oakland A’s with a 6-2 victory in game one, the big bats for Houston suddenly went cold. Oakland’s 7-3 gives them their third win of the season and evens the series against Houston at one a piece after taking back-to-back games in Minute Maid Park.
The Open House: With Realtor Falyn Davis
How To Win As A Buyer In A Sellers’ Market
Welcome back to The Open House. Today’s topic is ‘How to win as a buyer in a sellers market’.
New Community Initiative
“Changing 1 Life At A Time” Inner City Communities -VS- First Responders
I would like to invite you to join my new initiative “Changing 1 Life at a Time.”
DMX, rapper and actor, dies at 50
DMX, a rapper known as much for his troubles as his music, has died, his family announced in a statement. He was 50.
Community mourns beloved doctor, family and worker who officials say were killed by former NFL player
A shocked South Carolina community was grieving and looking for answers Thursday after officials said a beloved doctor and four other people were shot and killed by a man who had gone from a local high school on to college and the NFL.
Duke of Edinburgh Prince Philip, longtime consort to Queen Elizabeth II, dies
The most famous family on earth is mourning the loss of its patriarch.
Ending the COVID-19 Pandemic
Improving Vaccine Confidence In Communities of Color
Black and Brown Americans have been dis- proportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, experiencing a significant share of the devastating health and economic impact of the virus. In response to the pandemic, biopharmaceutical researchers have developed multiple vaccines that are now authorized for use. While vaccines are critical to saving lives and getting the country back to normal, many individuals have questions about getting vaccinated. Black and Brown Americans in particular have important questions and seek to understand how the vaccines were developed and ensuring their safety. Please join us for an event led by leaders in the Black business community, biopharmaceutical researchers, and health professionals as they explore:
Rasheedah Carr Named Vice President Of Engineering For Comcast Houston
Comcast this week announced that Rasheedah Carr has been appointed Vice President of Engineering for the company’s Houston Region. In this role, Carr will be responsible for providing leadership to the market implementing Engineering initiatives that deliver superior network reliability and fast paced growth production.
