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AKAs Celebrate the Installation of New International President Danette Anthony Reed

Danette Anthony Reed has ascended to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®’s highest office, becoming the 31st woman to be installed as International President & CEO 70th Boule on Thursday, July 14, in Orlando, FL. Thousands of members and dignitaries were present for her installation. She becomes the first Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® International President who is an engineer.

Breast cancer grant spreads its wings

Women of color are now directly benefitting from TSU's Breast Cancer Screening & Prevention Center's (BCSPC) $1 million Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) grant. BCSPC recently launched mobile screening services at sites across the Houston region, increasing access and providing health care equity for many who have been underserved in the past.

NAMI Greater Houston to Spotlight Mental Illness and Honor Greater Houston Heroes

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Greater Houston, the region's oldest grassroots, mental health organization dedicated to serving those affected by mental illnesses will host its inaugural “Heroes and Hope Across Greater Houston” virtual gala on Friday, January 14, 2022, at 6:30 pm.

John Whitmire's Triumph and the Dawn of Transformative Leadership

John Whitmire, since November 15 last year, remains steadfast in his commitment to revitalizing Houston.

Hurricane Season is Here for the Next Six Months

Make plans for each family member, especially for those with specific needs and don’t forget your pets!

Hurricane season begins June 1, and living in the Houston area, it’s important to take action now to make things easier for ourselves and our loved ones. In the event of a powerful rainstorm or hurricane, you could be without basic utilities, such as electricity, water, gas, phone, and internet for three days or more. Additionally, periods of flooding can restrict access to roadways making it difficult to get food or medicine. Planning ahead of time will help you cope with the loss of necessities, especially if you have loved ones with specific needs.

Family Still Looking For Answers in Death of Jelani Day

The funeral for 25-year-old Jelani Day, an Illinois graduate student whose body was identified nearly a month after he was reported missing, is expected to be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Danville, Illinois.

Gov. Evers proposes $290 million from state surplus to keep Brewers in Milwaukee

Gov. Tony Evers is proposing a one-time $290 million investment from the state surplus that both the governor and Milwaukee Brewers say would keep the team in Milwaukee for the next 20 years.

Man Who Fled Country After Killing Man in Case of Mistaken Identity Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison

The owner of a Houston transmission-repair shop who fled the country in 2018 after shooting a man he mistook for a thief was sentenced to 35 years in prison this week, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Saturday.

Suspected bank robber found sleeping in unsuspecting woman’s home days after crime, police say

A 27-year-old man suspected of robbing a Georgia bank was found sleeping in the home of an unsuspecting woman days after the crime was committed, authorities said.

Union Pacific Mobilizes Community Support for Groundbreaking Soil Testing Initiative in Houston's Fifth Ward

Proactive Testing Initiative Unveiled as Union Pacific Reinforces Its Long-Term Dedication to Community Transparency and Safety

Union Pacific Railroad has escalated its commitment to ensuring a healthy and sustainable future for residents of Houston’s Fifth Ward by unveiling a comprehensive soil sampling program. Collaborating with esteemed organizations like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), City of Houston, Harris County, and Bayou City Initiative (BCI), the railroad giant aims to gather crucial data on soil conditions near the former Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) site, an area already benefitting from Union Pacific's rigorous remediation efforts.

Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock: A Historic Appointment as METRO Chair Reflects Houston's Diversity and Drive for Excellence

In a landmark move for diversity and expertise in public service, Mayor John Whitmire has nominated Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock to head the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, known as Houston METRO. Upon approval, Gonzalez Brock will be celebrated as the first Hispanic woman steering the helm of Texas's most expansive transit authority. With a sweeping service domain of over 1,300 square miles and a robust budget of $1.6 billion, this appointment marks a significant milestone for the city's commitment to inclusive leadership.

Jeffrey Epstein had diamonds, piles of cash and a passport in a locked safe, prosecutors say

Investigators who searched a locked safe in Jeffrey Epstein's home after his arrest found diamonds, piles of cash and an expired foreign passport that showed what appeared to be Epstein's photo under a different name, federal prosecutors told a judge Monday at his bail hearing.

A weatherman slammed his station's constant 'Code Red' warnings. It may cost him his job.

A local Illinois weatherman criticized his own news station's "Code Red" weather alerts, saying the alert "doesn't recognize that not all storms are created equal" and that the alerts are forced upon him by a "corporate initiative."

Is Breast Cancer everybody's business?

My fight against breast cancer began in 1986 when my sister, Mabel was airlifted to a London hospital for an expensive surgery that could not save her dear life–she died of metastatic breast cancer.

Cities erupt in celebration after Biden named winner

President-elect Joe Biden's victory over President Donald Trump sparked celebrations in cities across the country, including many of the places that swept Biden into the White House.

Traveling to Italy during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Italy, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Kenyans are casting their ballots for a new leader in a fiercely-contested race that's too close to call

Kenyans are voting Tuesday in crucial elections as outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta prepares to hand over power to a new leader.

Have House Democrats lurched left? Not those from swing seats

Support for a government takeover of health care is Exhibit A in the charge by President Donald Trump and other Republicans that the Democratic majority in the House of Representatives has lurched to the left.

Ann Arbor, Michigan: A Repeatable & Enjoyable Experience

Located just 30 minutes to the West of Detroit’s Wayne County Airport is a Vibrant and Energetic City known as Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Ann Arbor area, home to the University of Michigan, is an urban oasis: an approachable, friendly town with big city sophistication; a teach hub and epicenter for education nestled in a peaceful Midwestern setting.

Older voters in this key battleground state are divided over whether Biden and Trump are too old to be president

Darrell Ann Murphy teaches Mahjong at the local library with a dual purpose: to create new fans of the game she loves while also helping keep fellow seniors mentally sharp.

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