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When Military Meets Art: Honoring Buffalo Soldiers

Turning the pages of history books there was always something vastly missing… the story of African Americans. Sure, there was plenty of information about the dreadful life of a slave who spent long days picking cotton, being sold like property, …

Houston to Host 2023 Men's Final Four

While on a busy trade and investment mission to grow business and cultural ties in South America, Mayor Sylvester Turner took time today to celebrate an announcement by the NCAA® that Houston has won a bid to host the Men's …

Texas Stars Shine Bright in D.C

In April 2012, television producer and writer Shonda Rhimes created a show that was based on a crisis management firm located out of Washington D.C. designed to help high-profile individuals get out of the trouble they found themselves in.

Cole Tames the Tigers: Houston Astros defeat the Detroit Tigers in convincing fashion

Houston -- Gerrit Cole (10-2) made a resounding return from the bereavement list going 5 2/3 innings and only allowing 1 earned run in the Astros victory over the Detroit Tigers (9-1). The 2018 AL All-Star struck out 8 batters …

Industry Visionaries Make East End Houston The Hub of Recycling and Repurposing Solid Waste

An entrepreneurial spirit is driving a generation of futurists who are merging their environmental activism with economically viable enterprises. This new group of developers is finding green capital in what has traditionally gone into landfills.

Bahamas National Youth Choir to sing at TSU today

The Bahamas National Youth Choir will deliver a special performance for the parents of new TSU students who have assembled at the University for summer orientation. The Choir will serenade parents as they have lunch after their morning informational session. …

Houston Native Participates in World’s Largest International Maritime Warfare Exercise

A 2004 Westbury High School graduate and Houston, Texas native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise known as the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC).

Adventure Kids Playcare and Houston West Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Adventure Kids Playcare Memorial City will host a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Houston West Chamber of Commerce at the new facility on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, from 5-7 p.m.

The Smollett's Take their Family Table on The Road

Many of us have fond recollections of our family meals, which usually took place at the big table with our parents, grandparents, and siblings. The Smollett's: Jazz, Jurnee, Jake, and Jussie share some of their memories, moments, recipes that are …

3RD ANNUAL SPOILED LATINA DAY WITH KEYNOTE SPEAKER SUZETTE QUINTANILLA

Yvonne Guidry hosts her 3rd annual "Spoiled Latina Day" with Suzette Quintanilla serving as the keynote speaker.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Encouraged to Take Action Ahead of Midterm Elections

The George R. Brown Convention Center turned into a sea of pink and green during the 68th Annual International Conference of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. During the weeklong convention, members of the sorority gathered to discuss their role in the …

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Inducts Five Honorary Members

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) has inducted singer Yolanda Adams, diplomat Teta V. Banks, astronaut Jeanette J. Epps, activist Chantél Harris, and author Margo Lee Shetterly as honorary members.

D.L. Hughley Shoots Straight on Police, Mark Fuhrman and Racial Profiling

Hailed as one of the most prolific standup comedians of the past three decades, D.L. Hughley has never been afraid to dig into ethnic stereotypes, economic disparity, relationships, politics… nothing’s off limits. His words are explicit and paint an accurate …

Houston Author and Pastor Mia K. Wright, to Keynote at Alpha Kappa Alpha International Conference

Houston’s own, Mia K. Wright, co-pastor and director of ministry at The Fountain of Praise, a 20,000-member megachurch, has been selected to serve as a keynote speaker at Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s 68th International Conference, which will kick-off in Houston …

Music and Boxing Industry Mogul James Prince Hosts Book Release Party in Houston

he Houston community is invited to celebrate the release of “The Art and Science of Respect: A Memoir by James Prince.” The book chronicles the mogul’s success, celebrity stories, and sage advice honed through years of representing the nation’s most …