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As book bans mount, literary stars are championing libraries and literacy
Readers and educators across America are observing Banned Books Week by exploring restricted books and supporting their authors -- whether they are newly added to the ever-growing list of challenged works, or classics that have drawn controversy for decades.
Rockets to Host Voter Registration Drive at Toyota Center
On Tuesday, Sept. 20, the Houston Rockets will host a voter registration drive at Toyota Center from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in honor of National Voter Registration Day. In addition, the Harris County Clerk office announced that Toyota Center will serve as a vote center for the midterm elections, which will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
The Heart Condition Hiding in Plain Sight
The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change.
Gordon Parks: Stokely Carmichael and Black Power Opens in October at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
The MFAH exhibition centers on Parks’ five iconic images of the controversial young activist, published in Life magazine in May 1967.
Organized with the Gordon Parks Foundation, the show presents dozens more photographs from Parks’ series that have never before been published or exhibited.
Accountability: An Insurrectionist Removed From Office
A New Mexico judge has done the country a big favor. Judge Francis Mathew upheld a little-known provision of the U.S. Constitution and removed a public official for participating in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. I hope other judges have the courage to follow his lead.
TXDot and Transportation Officials From Across the Houston Region Partner to Put a Powerful Mobility App in the Hands of Area Commuters
Official launch ceremony for Houston ConnectSmart, a new smartphone app that provides all transit options in the Houston area on one convenient platform, including routes whether traveling by car, bus, rail, bicycle, foot or carpool, and transit ticketing. Transportation Commissioner Laura Ryan, TxDOT Houston District Engineer Eliza Paul, METRO President & CEO Tom Lambert, and Harris County Toll Road Authority Director Roberto Trevino will be on hand for the announcement.
I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Watch Trailer Now
Naomi Ackie stars as Whitney Houston
I Wanna Dance with Somebody is a powerful and triumphant celebration of the incomparable Whitney Houston. Directed by Kasi Lemmons, written by Academy Award® nominee Anthony McCarten, produced by legendary music executive Clive Davis and starring BAFTA Award® winner Naomi Ackie, the film is a no-holds-barred portrait of the complex and multifaceted woman behind The Voice.
Financial fairness at risk with proposed TD Bank-First Horizon merger
As banks grow larger through mergers and focus on growing online and mobile services, serious concerns emerge on how fair and how accessible banking will be to traditionally underserved Black and Latino communities. In most cases, consumers and small businesses alike view bank branch accessibility and convenience as key to serving their communities.
County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth News - September 2022
Hello Harris County! Fall is just around the corner and we are all looking forward to the rest of the year which is panning out to be very busy. In case you missed it, the Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) was recognized at Commissioners Court on August 23rd with a Resolution from Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis for our award winning Back-to-School Birth Certificate events. Our office opened on two consecutive Saturdays to help families obtain their children’s birth certificates for back-to-school registration. This recognition inspires us to continue to strive for excellence.
Fort Bend County FY 2023 Budget Invest in Public Safety and Community Resources
Today, Fort Bend County Judge KP George held a press conference where he discussed the recently approved Fort Bend County FY2023 Budget, highlighting the importance of allocating funds dedicated to the fair and equitable pay for public safety employees, which include the District Attorney’s Office, Sheriffs and Constables, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Marshal, and Office of Emergency Management.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George Kicks-off “Dog Dash” and “Kitty Kab” Pet Delivery Services
Aims to Tackle Animal Services Overcrowding
Fort Bend County Judge KP George will mark the kick-off of “Dog Dash” and “Kitty Kab” pet delivery services aimed to help alleviate chronic overcrowding in the FBCAS shelter.
City of Houston Establishes First Houston Music Advisory Board
The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs recognized the need to establish an advisory board to impact and influence the City’s work. The ordinance will permanently establish the HMAB made up of nine (9) action-oriented members to continue this work.
Follow the Stampede: Detroit Auto Show Returns with All-New Mustang Reveal and Must-Have Ford, Lincoln Showcases
*Detroit Auto Show returns for the first time in over three years, with the global debut of the all-new, seventh-generation Ford Mustang® at The Stampede on Sept. 14 *Ford to showcase must-have lineup of electric and gas-powered vehicles, including F-150 Lightning®, Mustang Mach-E®, Bronco®, Bronco Sport, Maverick® and more *Lincoln lineup to feature new 2023 Corsair® premium compact SUV fresh off its Sept. 12 reveal, as well as the Lincoln Star™ and Model L100 concepts that evolve the brand’s Quiet Flight design for the future *Ride in a Bronco SUV at the Built Wild® Drive Track or experience the near-instant acceleration of F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E at the Built to Electrify track; mixed and augmented reality displays dive into topics like EV lifestyles and how to take advantage of Ford’s advanced connected vehicle features
Revealed: The 6 Texas cities where people are most likely to cheat
These Texas cities are where people are most likely to cheat, according to a study of 200 metro areas by MyDatingAdviser.com: Dallas (ranked No. 1 most unfaithful in the nation), Fort Worth (2nd), Houston (3rd), Plano (26th), Austin (44th) and Arlington (45th).
Fort Bend County Commissioners Unanimously Approve Historic Budget for Fiscal Year 2023
Today, Fort Bend County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the County’s budget for the 2023 fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2022. The approved budget is a historic budget for Fort Bend that prioritizes public safety and community resources for the diverse residents of Fort Bend County.
Register for Powerful Documentary Co-hosted by Change Happens
Change Happens! and Impact Collective brings to you a powerful and poignant documentary known as "Connecting the Dots", the first feature documentary of its kind to offer a raw and intimate look at youth mental health from a global perspective. With heartfelt poignant stories of lived experience, the film exclusively showcases young voices breaking barriers surrounding youth mental health
Compassionate Houston's Houston's Culture of Compassion Annual Luncheon Is Weeks Away
Compassionate Houston's Houston's Culture of Compassionate annual luncheon is less than three weeks away! Learn more and get your tickets here.
SBC21 and Trinity East Church Partner to Host Free Day Party and Brunch As Partnership Aims to Bring Awareness to Medicare Education, Health and Wellness
Brunching with a Purpose is taking on a new meaning as the United Methodist Strengthening the Black Church for the 21st Century (SBC21) announce a Health, Wellness and Medicare Education Tour designed to inspire community members to BUILD A BETTER YOU! The tour will make a stop in Houston at Trinity East Church in 3rd Ward, 2418 McGowen Street, Saturday, September 17 from 11 am-1pm.
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis’ Statement on Commissioners Cagle and Ramsey’s walking out on Tuesday’s Commissioners Court
Today, Republican Harris County Commissioners Ramsey and Cagle skipped Tuesday’s Commissioners Court meeting, preventing the Democratic majority from adopting a tax rate and budget that best serves Harris County. In response, Commissioner Ellis issued the following statement:
Fort Bend County Commissioners Court Creates New Justice of the Peace Positions in Precinct 2
Attorney Michael “Cody” Moore to Begin Term as Justice of the Peace in Needville
Fort Bend County Commissioners Court approved the creation of a new Justice of the Peace position in Precinct 2, to better serve the residents of Needville, during its regular session meeting held on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.
