'Black-ish' star Marsai Martin, who's 16, has set a record for the youngest Hollywood executive producer
While her peers may still be learning to drive, Marsai Martin has reached a different kind of milestone.
Don't expect a second stimulus check this year. Here's what Congress is talking about instead
Even with coronavirus spiking and new restrictions taking effect, Congress remains stalled on fresh relief for Americans in need.
Why Joe Biden's broken foot reveals how different his White House will be from Donald Trump's
Days before Thanksgiving last year, President Donald Trump made an unannounced and previously unscheduled trip to Walter Reed medical center. The White House said the trip was for a "quick exam and labs." We still don't know why he actually went -- or what the outcome of his visit was.
Dancers turn live holiday performances into drive-in movie events
The start of the holiday season would normally be the time to buy your tickets to see a live performance of the Nutcracker but under covid-19 restrictions those shows can't go on. Local non-profits and dance studios are pivoting to taped performances this year with plans to show them at Drive-In movie theaters on the Central Coast.
Student-athletes rally at California Capitol to protest COVID restriction on high school sports
Student-athletes gathered at the State Capitol Sunday afternoon to protest restrictions on high school sports.
Supreme Court conservatives hint at ducking ruling on legality of Trump plan to cut undocumented immigrants from Census
Several conservative justices on Monday seemed to suggest they could avoid immediately ruling on whether President Donald Trump's attempt to exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted when seats in Congress are divvied up between the states next year is lawful.
Is this Joe Biden pick already doomed?
On Monday, President-elect Joe Biden announced that Neera Tanden was his pick to be the next Office of Management and Budget director.
Mattamy Homes and Beep Transform Community Transportation at Tradition
Autonomous shuttle service to connect residents of Tradition to key locations in the community
Mattamy Homes, the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, and Beep, a Florida-based autonomous Mobility-as-a-Service provider, bring the first autonomous shuttle service in Southeast Florida to Tradition. The service is part of the Tradition Trail, also known as T Trail, a larger mobility network serving the community, and is the first of its kind in South Florida within a planned development.
Congressman Al Green Highlights Small Business Saturday
On Saturday, November 28, 2020, Congressman Al Green released the following statement, highlighting Small Business Saturday:
She’s Happy Hair and The She’s Happy Foundation Thanksgiving Give Back
On November 25th six families in the Houston area will have a reason to be thankful this Thanksgiving holiday; thanks to a group of black business owners that collaborated to create memorable moments to make a difference in the community.
Congressman Al Green Joined Lemond Kitchen for Meal Distribution in Ninth Congressional District
On Saturday, November 28, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined Lemond Kitchen at the Power Center, located in the Ninth Congressional District represented by Congressman Green, for a meal distribution event. Lemond Kitchen manages the City of Houston’s Houston Eats Restaurant Support (H.E.R.S.) program, a relief effort to assist local restaurants and provide meals to Houstonians impacted by COVID-19. Eligible individuals received TWO ready-to-eat meals prepared by Lucille’s Restaurant.
"Dark Was the Night: Blind Willie Johnson's Journey to the Stars" by Gary Golio, illustrated by E.B. Lewis
It's almost time for lights out. Just before that, though, you have a ritual: you wash your face, brush your teeth, put on your jammies, crawl into bed, and get a bedtime story. Then it's lights out until morning but before your good-night kiss tonight, ask for one last thing. Ask for "Dark Was the Night" by Gary Golio, illustrated by E. B. Lewis.
Four Exceptional Black-Owned Businesses That You Can Find On The Black Directory
Featured on Good Morning America and Tabitha Brown, Symphony Chips is a fast-rising Black-owned gourmet potato chips brand that is steadily capturing the imagination (and appetites) of Americans.
The Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation Feeds People in Need in Bay Area and Other Cities for Thanksgiving
Joining Forces with The Salvation Army for the “Miracles At Thanksgiving” Initiative, TASF Distributed Over 500 Meals, Ensuring Residents In Need Have Food for The Holiday
On Thursday, The Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation (TASF), a national non-profit foundation that provides marginalized communities with trauma and mental wellness resources, partnered with The Salvation Army to provide Thanksgiving meals for Bay Area residents in need. Additionally, TASF has partnered with local organizations, churches and communities to feed hundreds of families and communities in need across the country during this holiday season. The cities that will benefit from TASF’s giving initiative include San Francisco, CA; New Orleans, LA; Atlanta, GA; Acworth, GA; Mt. Airy, NC; Pinnacle, NC; Fayetteville, NC and Somerset, NJ to name a few.
Partners with Heart & Soul Outreach Ministries to serve food and provide toiletries for over 100 homeless attendees during an outdoor service on Nov. 29th
Blessties USA and the HOODIES4HEALING foundation is partnering with Heart & Soul Outreach Ministries to host a fundraising service for the homeless on Sunday, November 29th from 9 am to 12 noon. Evangelists Wayne and Andrea Ormond will be delivering an inspirational sermon for this outside event that will be held right behind Minute Maid Park in the parking lot across from the Star of Hope in downtown (2320 Lamar St., Houston, TX 77003).
5 Times Chadwick Boseman Represented Black Excellence
Chadwick Boseman was more than just a talented actor, he was determined to use his talents in a positive way. That shines through when you look at some of the roles he played and movies he chose to be a part of. Chadwick Boseman liked to shine a light on black excellence and here are five examples of him doing exactly that.
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Announce Members of White House Senior Communications Staff
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Announce Members of White House Senior Communications Staff WASHINGTON – President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris today announced new members of the White House staff who will serve in senior communications roles.
Mayor Turner Issues Statement on the Deaths of Two City of Houston Employees Due to COVID-19
Mayor Sylvester Turner tonight sends his condolences to the families of two City of Houston employees who died this week as a result of COVID-19.
AARP Brings Latino Community Holiday Cheer with Special Re-release of Historic Virtual Duet Music Video Featuring Ivy Queen and Celia Cruz
—The Queen of Reggaeton and Queen of Salsa’s performance of ‘La Vida Es Un Carnaval’ is just what the holidays need this year —
AARP is bringing the Latino community some uplifting cheer with a special re-release during the holidays of the Ivy Queen-Celia Cruz virtual duet “La Vida Es Un Carnaval”. The epic duet, which can be viewed here through the holidays, was recently the centerpiece of the Calle Ocho Live festival.
How Conservatives Can Embrace Green Energy During The Biden Administration
Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 presidential election is being seen as a positive development by those who favor renewable forms of energy over fossil fuels.
