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New policy proposal could save thousands of lives per year

Roughly 125,000 Americans will die this year as a result of not taking their medications. This phenomenon -- known as "medication non-adherence" – is the cause of 10 percent of all hospitalizations nationwide. It also costs our health care system …

New bill destroys cures of tomorrow

Congress is considering a bill to address problems with the patent protections afforded to American drug firms. Though well-intentioned, this bill would hamstring firms' ability to create new medicines and improve existing drugs.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Congressional Black Caucus – Warriors or Wimps?

Let us start this by looking at the stated goals of the Congressional Black Caucus. According to Wikipedia: “The caucus describes its goals as ‘positively influencing the course of events pertinent to African Americans and others of similar experience and …

Federal Lawsuit: 3 white Pearland ISD Employees Blacken 13-Year Old African American Student's Scalp with Sharpie 2015 US DOJ Report Shows Pearland ISD Had Heavy Bias

A federal civil rights lawsuit (see attached) has been filed today against the Pearland ISD, a School Discipline Clerk, Head Principal Tony Barcelona, and teacher Jeanette Peterson who May 17, 2019 used a jet-black permanent marker (Sharpie) to blacken the …

HUD Proposes New Rule That Would Gut the Fair Housing Act

The Department of Housing and Urban Development formally proposed a new rule today that would severely undercut the ability of people of color, women, people with disabilities, and other groups to challenge and seek redress from discrimination in housing and …

Governor Abbott Announces Texas Safety Commission

Last week, Governor Greg Abbott announced the Domestic Terrorism Task Force to combat hateful acts of extremism in Texas following the recent shooting in El Paso. Today, Governor Abbott announced the Texas Safety Commission, which will develop an immediate action …

The Story of King Josiah

The account of young King Josiah, found in the Bible, is a compelling story for both children and adults today. As a boy, Josiah becomes the king of Israel and almost immediately faces threats to his kingship. Does he give …

Thousands of International Delegates Enjoy a True Western Experience in Houston

As she slips on her western-style boots, Sydney Moner, 27, is eager to welcome international delegates from 23 countries who are coming to Houston for the "Love Never Fails"! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

ez1099 2019 Now Available for Processing 1099 Forms for 2019-2020 Tax Season

- ez1099 2019 tax preparation software from Halfpricesoft.com has just been released to accommodate accountants, HR managers and employers that want to process 1099 tax forms in-house for the upcoming 2019-2020 tax season.

OpenStax partner schools expected to save students $9.1M on textbooks

Students at nine U.S. colleges and universities that partnered with Rice University-based nonprofit publisher OpenStax last summer are expected to save $9.1 million on textbooks and other course material costs in the upcoming academic year.

The American Cancer Society Partners with Houston Restaurants to Continue the Fight Against Cancer with the 4th Annual Corks and Forks Culinary Event

The American Cancer Society announces their 4th Annual Houston Corks and Forks Event, which is expected to be the culinary event of the year. The event will be held at The Ballroom at Bayou Place on October 3rd, 2019 and …

How To Throw Out Your Phone On A Summer Road Trip

When you go on your summer vacation, can you also take a vacation from your smartphone?

Is it Time for Your Kid to Have a Phone?

It’s the back-to-school season for many families and kids, teens, college students and parents alike are gearing up for another year in and out of the classroom.

UH and TSU to be Early Voting Locations in November 2019 Election

Harris County Clerk Dr. Diane Trautman announced today that the University of Houston and Texas Southern University will serve as Early Voting and Election Day polling locations for the November 5, 2019 General and Special Elections.

Council Member Boykins to Honor First Responders Who Rushed to the Aid of Fallen Police Officers

Council Member Dwight Boykins will honor Houston firefighters and paramedics who responded to the mass shooting of Houston police officers last January, which occurred as the officers were attempting to serve a narcotics warrant.