Congressman Al Green Secures S292,000 in Much-Needed Federal Funding for the Odyssey House Adolescent Services Facility Improvements
On Thursday, July 6, 2023, Congressman Al Green will present a symbone check in the amount of 3297.000 to Cenixor Foundation for improvements to the Odyssey House. He released the following statement:
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Announces Legal Challenge to New Texas Election Law
Today Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee announced that Harris County has filed a lawsuit against Texas officials to challenge the constitutionality of Senate Bill 1750, a recently-passed law that abolishes the nonpartisan elections administrator office in only Harris County …
Friendswood native trains next generation of U.S. Navy submariners
A Friendswood, Texas, native is training sailors to continue a 123-year tradition of service under the sea.
Biden Administration Offers New Plan After Supreme Court Halts Student Debt Cancellation Education Department says alternative SAVE Plan set to begin this July
On June 30, a long-awaited and consequential Supreme Court decision denied forgiveness that would have erased $430 billion of federal student loan balances for 20 million borrowers and lowered the median amount owed by another 23 million borrowers from $29,400 …
National Facial Hotspot, Heyday, to Open in Houston
We're thrilled to announce that Heyday, the renowned national skincare services brand, is bringing their personalized 50-minute facials to Houston. On Thursday, July 13, also known as 713 Day—a day dedicated to celebrating all things Houston—Heyday will open their first …
Chinese Community of Houston Hold Two Town Hall Meetings Addressing Recent Robbery and Shooting Incident
The Chinese community of Houston organized two crucial town hall meetings to discuss the alarming robbery and shooting incident that occurred on Sunday, June 25th, involving a restaurant employee in Asiatown. These meetings aimed to provide information, support, and foster …
How Fashion Brands Can Best Navigate a Burgeoning Influencers Market
Welcome to the era of influencer-driven fashion, where the power of social media meets the artistry of self-expression. These online tastemakers have captured the attention and following of millions, transforming the way people discover, engage with, and purchase fashion products. …
The Houston Museum of African American Culture Presents El Franco Lee II: Mid-Career Survey
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is excited to present El Franco Lee II: Mid-Career Survey, curated by HMAAC’s Chief Curator Christopher Blay. This exhibition is the first solo museum exhibition of the Houston-based artist El Franco Lee …
World Youth Foundation Will Host A Free Back 2 School Summit For Over 1,000 Houston-Area Middle School, High School, & College Students!
World Youth Foundation is hosting a free Back 2 School Summit Saturday, July 23, 2023 at The George R. Brown Convention Center. The event will kick off at 2:00 PM and will consist of youth performances, guest speakers, workshops, information …
Houston native trains to join U.S. Navy submarine force
A Houston, Texas, native is in training to be a part of a 123-year tradition of service under the sea.
Prosecutors say man went to Obama’s DC neighborhood after Trump posted what he claimed was the Obamas’ address
A man arrested last week with weapons in former President Barack Obama’s Washington, DC, neighborhood began live-streaming in the area shortly after resharing a social media post from Donald Trump in which the former president posted what he claimed was …
Airline passenger finds plane floor soaked in blood
Pondering on the cleanliness of airplanes is not something most of us like to think about when flying.
Cameraman carted off the field after getting hit by throw in Yankees game; is ‘conscious’ and ‘undergoing tests’ at hospital
A cameraman who was hit by an errant throw in Wednesday’s New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles game is “conscious” and “undergoing tests” in the hospital, his network said in an update after the game.
What to know about the order blocking the Biden administration from communicating with social media companies
A federal judge’s order Tuesday prohibiting various Biden administration agencies and officials from communicating with social media companies about certain content thrust an under-the-radar lawsuit into the national spotlight.
Shooting in Fort Worth leaves at least 3 dead and 8 others wounded
Gunfire erupted just before midnight Monday in Fort Worth, Texas, leaving at least three dead and eight others wounded, police said.
