National Institute on Retirement Security Hosts 14th Annual Retirement Policy Conference in Washington, D.C.
The National Institute on Retirement Security (NIRS) will hold its 14th Annual Retirement Policy Conference on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, in Washington, D.C. At this event, retirement experts and leaders will discuss key retirement policy challenges and opportunities, along with …
Employers Oppose Higher Health Costs for Texas Workers
The Texas Association of Business, the Texas State Chamber, issued the following statement opposing HB 2021:
This Little Light of Mine: The Legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer
Director Robin N. Hamilton re-releases the documentary about an extraordinary woman who went from picking cotton at age 6 to becoming an indomitable civil rights leader. Capturing a snapshot in time from her historic speech at the Democratic National Convention …
Eye on Politics: Gov. Abbott delivers his State of the State address
Gov. Greg Abbott laid out his legislative priorities in his State of the State address and Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan tells political reporter Jack Fink that he doesn't believe taxpayers should have to foot the bill for Texas Attorney …
Only 5.7% of US doctors are Black, and experts warn the shortage harms public health
When being truly honest with herself, Seun Adebagbo says, she can describe what drove her to go to medical school in a single word: self-preservation.
Remembering former President Jimmy Carter's Habitat for Humanity work in North Texas
The former President remains in hospice at his Georgia home, and tributes are pouring in.
Virginia voters head to the polls in special congressional election
Voters in Virginia's 4th Congressional District will pick their next representative Tuesday in a special election that could make history in the commonwealth.
Biden set for latest symbolic clash with Putin after surprise Ukraine trip
The last time President Joe Biden spoke from the courtyard of the Royal Castle in Poland, the content of his 27-minute speech was mostly obscured by what he ad-libbed about Russian President Vladimir Putin at the end.
Wisconsin voters head to polls for high-stakes state Supreme Court election
Wisconsin voters on Tuesday will cast their primary ballots in what's turned into an expensive and high-stakes battle for control of the state Supreme Court in a key political battleground where power is divided between a Democratic governor and a …
Community leaders searching for answers after latest stretch of gun violence impacting young people
The recent stretch of shootings has community leaders searching for new ways to cut down on gun violence, but there are few answers right now. Police, politicians, and community groups all want safer streets, but finding solutions that work has …
EPA chief returns to the site of a toxic train wreck as Ohio opens a health clinic for residents reporting symptoms
The nation's top environmental official is headed to East Palestine, Ohio, where the state is opening a clinic Tuesday to address residents' health concerns two weeks after the fiery derailment of a train carrying toxic chemicals.
What to know about J.K. Rowling's new podcast and history of anti-trans comments
For years, J.K. Rowling, one of the best-selling authors of all time, has made inflammatory comments about transgender people, particularly trans women, using dehumanizing language and baselessly accusing them of harming cisgender women. Her words have disappointed legions of "Harry …
CityCentre Invites JobSeekers to Midway Works Job Fair
Jobseekers are invited to kickstart their career at the Midway Works Job Fair. On February 27 from 9 a.m.—12 p.m. at The Moran Meeting & Events Center, attendees will be greeted by various retailers, restaurants, and businesses of CITYCENTRE who …
Texas Arena League Continues the 2023 Season At Legends Polo Club
It’s the dawn of a new era for sports lovers in the Dallas area as the Texas Arena League (TAL) announced its 2023 season will continue at Legends Polo Club Feb 24-26.
J-SUEDE brings home the gold from the Dance Team Union Regionals in Birmingham
The Jackson State University Elite Dance Ensemble (J-SUEDE) brought home the first regional championship in the program's history. J-SUEDE claimed the first-place title in the Birmingham College Hip-Hop Division of the Dance Team Union Regionals.
