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Meta wowed Wall Street, but investors remain skeptical about tech

Thursday afternoon will round out what has so far been a sobering earnings season for the Big Tech giants.

Representative Coleman Condemns Disparaging Comments on Local Government

Today, August 11, 2017, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) released the following statement:

Mayor Sylvester Turner and Friends Recognize Media Icon, Dave Ward

Mayor Sylvester Turner and friends to recognize KTRK-TV/ABC-13 Media Icon, Dave Ward for his retirement from the station. Mr. Ward holds the Guinness Book of World records as the longest running local TV news anchor at the same station in the same market in the world. Mr. Ward will be available to meet the public and sign autographs. There will be a special presentation by Mayor Turner during the City Hall Famers Market.

Rep. Reynolds Pre-Files HB 476 to Promote Small Business Growth and Create More Jobs in Texas

Today, Representative Reynolds Pre-filed House Bill 476 to be considered during the upcoming 85th Legislative session which will begin on January 10, 2017. The bill will require the comptroller and state agencies to give preferences to small businesses when purchasing goods or services with a value less than $500,000.00.

DIY Network Wants TO Overhaul Aretha Franklin’s Childhood Home

The Memphis home where music icon Aretha Franklin was born may become the next overhaul project at the DIY Network, officials in charge of repairing the crumbling structure said Thursday.

Black Enterprise Executive to Address African American Community

The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) will host its monthly 2nd Tuesdays with the Chamber luncheon on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, from 11:30 am 1:00 pm at Buffalo Soldiers Museum where Black Enterprise Senior Vice President / Executive Editor-at-Large will speak and moderate a panel of BE 100s companies.

Montana Fishburne Charged With DUI

Montana Fishburne, Laurence Fishburne‘s 25-year-old wayward daughter and former porn actress, was busted by police in South Florida. The arrest happened near her home, according to the Daily Mail.

Rep. Coleman on Texas A&M System Researchers Analyzing Racial Profiling Data

Today, State Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) made the following statement in response to the announcement that leading scholars and academics from universities within the Texas A&M System will be analyzing the data reported by law enforcement agencies on racial profiling in accordance with the provisions in the Sandra Bland Act.

Heather Locklear Charged with Battery

Heather Locklear is facing multiple charges of battery against law enforcement personnel who responded to a domestic disturbance call at her home last month.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Critical Disaster Food Stamp Program Soon to Reopen

Jackson Lee: “While we continue to fight for more funding in Washington, it is imperative that all branches of government speak with one voice so that those still suffering from Hurricane Harvey can get the help they need.”

Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation Allowing For Postponement Of Local Elections Set For May 2nd

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation suspending provisions of the Texas Election Code to allow political subdivisions to postpone their 2020 local elections. This means local governments now have the ability to postpone their May 2, 2020 elections until November 3, 2020.

Prairie View A&M University's Joins Forces with Apple to Bring Coding and App Development to the Community

Today, Prairie View A&M University announced it will become a regional hub for Coding and Creativity as part of Apple’s Community Education Initiative and Tennessee State University’s HBCU C2 initiative designed to bring coding and creativity experiences to historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and their communities.

Farmers Market Set to Reopen in East End Houston

New health and safety protocols to be implemented

After remaining closed for 13 weeks due to city-wide restrictions, locals and tourists will now be able to enjoy the traditional delicacies available at the Farmers Market on the award-winning Navigation Esplanade in East End Houston. A total of 25 vendors will be back on Sunday, June 14th, with a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruits as well the unique art and crafts of local artisans. Vendors will include:

Man dies from infection that he got from eating oyster in Sarasota

Health officials say that a 71-year-old man died after eating a bad oyster in Sarasota earlier this month.

Houston “To Showcase the City” During Convention

Mayor Turner describes Convention as “an infusion of fresh air”

After two years of preparation, 50,000 will be in Houston to attend the Spanish-language “Love Never Fails”! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses August 23-25, 2019, at NRG Stadium.

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