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Beyond the Rhetoric: Obama Presidential Center – How Black Will It Be? – Part I

So far, the Obama Legacy is surprisingly lacking in Black participation. During his two presidential administrations, Black business participation was on a continuous downward slide. At the end of the George W. Bush’s two administrations, SBA lending to Blacks was approaching 8 percent and Black business participation was similar. When the Obama presidency succeeded George W. Bush the numbers in both categories started to fall from the beginning. Both categories were cruising at the 2 percent level.

Representative Coleman Condemns Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's Disparaging Comments on Local Government

Today, August 12, 2017, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) released the following statement: "Last Friday, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick made disparaging remarks about our cities and the local governments that run them. A nationwide 2016 Gallup Poll found similar results to polls taken since 2013, 71% of Americans polled say they have a ‘great deal’ or a ‘fair amount’ of trust in local government to handle problems, compared with 62% who say the same for their state government.

The 2nd Annual International Powder Fest Hits Houston!

The event coined as “The Most Diverse Color Festival in the World” takes place in Houston on August 19th 8pm-2am at Viking Ranch

WalletHub named Houston as one of the top 10 most diverse cities in America. The International Powder Fest Houston (IPFH), called “The Most Diverse Color Festival in the World,” chose Houston as the ideal setting to reflect the event’s theme and mission. This annual celebration of diversity consists of six different parties, plus colored powder and paint, in one massive event all set to the beats of myriad genres of music from Caribbean to African, Soca, Hip Hop, Latino, EDM, Desi, and more. The event is aimed at being a unifying force of cultures, music, and patrons to spread peace, love, and happiness in the form of color.

Council Member Dave Martin Hosts Clear Lake/Southeast Houston Town Hall Meeting

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin will host a town hall meeting on Thursday, September 14 at 6:30 p.m., in the Destiny Theater at Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, TX 77058.

Merck CEO Helped Get Black Inmate Off Death Row

Kenneth Frazier, the CEO of drug giant Merck that left President Trump's manufacturing council following Trump's refusal to condemn white supremacists, was previously a lawyer who helped free a black death row inmate falsely accused of murder.

Natchez, Mississippi: History and Heritage On Every Corner

Nestled along the banks of the curvy Mississippi River and situated high on The Bluff is a piece of preserved United States history that tells a story for generations to come. Natchez, first settled by the French in 1719 – 1729 makes it the oldest city to be established along the Mississippi River! Once considered the second wealthiest city in the U.S. (behind NYC) in the 1800s, Natchez was a retreat for many well-known millionaires. There is no doubt that the history of Mississippi is the history of America.

Top Three Tips for Back-to-School Safety and Savings

Safety lessons start for Houston students before they hit the classroom. When school starts at the 25 schools and university campuses near or along METRORail, METRO Police Officers and METRO staff will be on several platforms sharing life-saving information with parents and students.

Representative Coleman Condemns Disparaging Comments on Local Government

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

Free Cervical, Breast Cancer Screenings to Benefit Uninsured, Underinsured Women

Uninsured and underinsured women ages 21 to 64 are eligible to receive free cervical and breast cancer screenings on Saturday, Aug. 12, from 7 a.m. to 1 pm. at the Sunnyside Health Center, 4605 Wilmington.

Back-to-School: HCDE Provides Tips to Keep Children Safe in the Digital World

Technology and digital devices are ingrained in our children's daily life from an early age. With the increase in cyberbullying incidents over the past 10 years, many parents worry about the safety of their child in the digital world. Harris County Department of Education's Digital and Virtual Learning Manager David McGeary provides safety tips to help keep children from harm and become positive digital citizens.

4 Tips For Overcoming Life’s Most Traumatic Experiences

Wouldn’t it be great if our most difficult days came with Hollywood-happy endings? In the movies, when faced with the worst possible situations, our heroes rise to the occasion and find strength they never knew they had. But those who experience real-life traumas are just as likely to end up questioning their faith in God, their family and themselves.

Why the Left Is Betting On Single-payer As Their Litmus Test

When Sen. Bernie Sanders hit the road in July to gin up resistance against Republican efforts to raze Obamacare, he delivered a two-part message: First, protect the current law. Second, push on and make the case for a single-payer system, or "Medicare for all."

Introducing America's Next Iconic Restaurant

Sweet and creamy green-garlic panna cotta with salty and grainy sea urchin on top. Tender spot prawns complemented by flecks of melon and cucumber that curls like a snake. Fresh oysters so pickled they make you squint and pucker, served with freshly grated wasabi.

Escaped Ohio Inmate Kills Himself in Parent's Basement, Police Say

A suspected rapist -- who escaped last week during a prison transport in Ohio -- killed himself Monday, marking the end of an interstate manhunt, police said.

Democratic Socialists Are Taking Themselves Seriously. Should Democrats?

It was a little after 3 p.m. on Saturday here, the third day of the Democratic Socialists of America biannual convention, and it was time to vote. But the murmurs on the floor were growing louder and soon the problem became apparent. The student section of DSA, the Young Democratic Socialists, was absent.

Democrats' Road to a House Majority Runs Through 7 California Seats

For Democrats hoping to turn President Donald Trump's unpopularity into an opportunity to take control of the House next year, this Orange County community is ground zero.

Harris County Public Health Executive Elected to Lead National Health Organization Priorities Include Health Equity and Disease Prevention

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) Executive Director, Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH, is the newly-elected president of the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO). He was sworn into office on July 1.

Bethune-Cookman University Welcomes Dr. Stephanie Pasley Henry as Acting Dean of the College of Education

B-CU welcomes BCC Alumna Dr. Stephanie Pasley Henry as Acting Dean of the College of Education. Dr. Henry is recognized as one of America’s most creative and dynamic educational entrepreneurs. An international educational consultant, she is regarded as a master teacher of cutting edge and best practice for K-12 classroom instruction. Dr. Henry is an Author, Publisher, and Motivational Speaker. She has provided thought-provoking and riveting in-service trainings to teachers and administrators with strategies aimed to engage and motivate students, teachers and parents.

Free Cervical, Breast Cancer Screenings to Benefit Uninsured, Underinsurd Women