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Man Charged In Theft Of Legend’s Bag, $25K Cufflinks At JFK
Authorities have cuffed a man charged with stealing Grammy winner John Legend‘s Louis Vuitton bag containing $25,000 Cartier cufflinks from an airport luggage cart in New York.
Historian Fights to Clear the Names of Black Soldiers Who Rioted in Houston 100 Years Ago
Hurricane Harvey put Houston back in the headlines, but a hundred years ago the city made news for a very different reason. Black soldiers at Fort Logan had gone on a rampage, prompting the largest murder trial in U.S. history. Now, a Virginia man is trying to clear their names.
Federal Appeals Court’s Ruling Upholds Most Of Texas’ ‘Sanctuary Cities’ Law
A panel of three U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals judges ruled that most of the state’s immigration enforcement legislation, Senate Bill 4, can remain in effect while the case plays out, handing a victory to Gov. Greg Abbott and Republican supporters of the legislation.
Cuba Officially Announces Two Black Women as New Vice-presidents
Cuba is being hailed as becoming more progressive as the country takes leaps toward diversity and moves away from its white dominated legacy. Cuba now has more Black leadership with two Black women vice-presidents in Inés María Chapman and Beatriz Jhonson.
They’re BACK! McDonald’s USA’s Iconic Halloween Pails Will Return Oct. 18
After weeks of anticipation, McDonald’s officially confirms the return of its Halloween Happy Meal and shares unique ways fans can reuse their collectible pail this fall and beyond
Chris Rock To Reboot ‘Everybody Hates Chris’ As Animated Show For Paramount+ And Comedy Central
With all that’s been going on with veteran comedic actor Chris Rock following Slapgate, it’s almost easy to forget that he’s still in fact a working actor.
Elevating & Dance Infused - To The Sky - Jamecia Bennett ft. Sounds of Blackness
Jamecia Bennett 'To The Sky' ft. Sounds of Blackness is an elevating dance- infused new single and music video on Rock the Cause Records.
Biden-Harris 2024 Statement on National Hispanic Heritage Month
The following is a statement from Julie Chavez Rodriguez, campaign manager for Biden-Harris 2024:
BOOKS: “Never Caught” Tells Story of Ona Judge, Enslaved Woman who Escaped and Defied President Washington
The costumed characters at George Washington’s gracious estate here are used to handling all manner of awkward queries, whether about 18th-century privies or the first president’s teeth. So when a visitor recently asked an African-American re-enactor in a full skirt and head scarf if she knew Ona Judge, the woman didn’t miss a beat.
With Interest Rates Rising, Where Should You Invest?
Everybody has an opinion about where the economy is headed, but at least one variable has been pinned down – the Federal Reserve will continue to raise interest rates into the foreseeable future. The Fed recently announced that it is lifting its federal funds' target rate, a benchmark for many consumer and business loans, by a quarter-point to a range of 2 percent to 2.25 percennceGraham t. It also stuck with its previous forecast for three more rate increases in 2019.
New LinkedIn Live Career Readiness Series Brings Advice, Tips to 2020 HBCU Graduates and Students
Following "Show Me Your Walk HBCU Edition," JPMorgan Chase leaders will deliver a free series through the summer
Starting today, a new Advancing Black Pathways Career Readiness Series will deliver career and financial health advice to recent college graduates and young professionals— and grow the firm's black talent pipeline.
Worried About Saving For College? Here Are The Key Points To Consider
As students head back to college, millions of parents are hoping their younger children someday can do the same.
Black-Owned Hair Care and Skin Care Brand, Launched By Celebrity Personal Groomer, Creating Opportunities For Young Entrepreneurs and Partners
Xotics by Curtis Smith Hair and Skin Care Products is Creating Opportunities for Young Entrepreneurs and Affiliate Partners.
While the Xotics by Curtis Smith collection covers its loyal clientele and fans from head to toe with premium natural hair and skin care products, CEO, founder, and celebrity barber Curtis Smith is finding new ways to extend that coverage by also creating opportunities for those responsible for his brand’s success. Smith has developed mentoring and affiliate partner programs to help young and avid Entrepreneurs navigate through and profit from the barber, hair salon, and skin care business.
Bravo's Top Chef Selects Houston for Season 19
Houston’s Status As A Global Culinary Destination Cemented By The Emmy Award-Winning TV Series HOUSTON, Sept. 21, 2021 — With a focus on celebrating culture and diversity, the Emmy and James Beard
With a focus on celebrating culture and diversity, the Emmy and James Beard Award-winning culinary competition Top Chef selects Houston (ranked the nation’s most diverse city) for its series’ 19th season. The series, produced by Magical Elves, will premiere on Bravo in 2022. A new batch of talented chefs will be challenged all over the city, and host Padma Lakshmi, head judge Tom Colicchio, and judge Gail Simmons will all be back to crown the next Top Chef.
Houston Teen Selected to Represent U.S. at Goalball Youth World Championships
Five teen athletes have been named to represent the United States at this summer’s 2023 IBSA Goalball Youth World Championships in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The competition, taking place July 15-19, is a significant tournament in the development of young goalball athletes, many of whom have gone on to represent Team USA and win medals at the Paralympic Games.
Purpose-Driven Author and Speaker Takes His Ministry From Houston to Hollywood
Amidst societal discord, spiritual unrest, disharmony, and rashes of violence in the nation, Houston Coach, Author, and Speaker, Andre Notice draws his audience and clients nearer to peace, positivity, and living their purpose.
Governor Abbott Requests Disaster Assistance For Hockley County
Governor Greg Abbott has asked the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) to declare Hockley County a disaster area following severe storms, winds, heavy rain, hail, and flooding that impacted the area beginning on June 30th, 2017 and continuing through July 4th, 2017. As a result of this devastating weather many homes and businesses were affected in the area, creating an economic emergency for the residents of the county.
A message from Interim Superintendent Grenita Latha
I am honored and humbled to have been named interim superintendent for HISD, and I am fully prepared to lead the district in this season of transition and opportunity with your help and support.
Tom Steyer to Appear at Town Hall in Houston this Monday
Presidential Candidate Tom Steyer will host a Town Hall in Houston this Monday, March 2, 2020 at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum featuring introductions from local leaders and activists and catered by locally owned business, The Breakfast Klub.
Repeat Offender Who Jumped Bail Before Trial in 2021 Sentenced to 50 Years for Murder
A Houston man who jumped bail before his trial in 2021 and was rearrested pleaded guilty to murder this week and was sentenced to 50 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
