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After Incarceration, Former Prisoners Face a Tough Journey Home to Find Work, Reunite with Family and Begin Again
Try to imagine what freedom must be like for many prisoners who've been released after serving sentences of 10, 15 or 20 years behind bars.
Macy’s Partners with Becca's Closet and Enhances Prom with Bold Accessories
Shoppers still looking for the perfect dress? Macy’s has stylish looks from two-piece gowns to head-to-toe sequins available in all sizes and price points. Complete any prom look with the perfect finishing touches. Macy’s has a curated collection of prom accessories that will compliment any style including statement necklaces and earrings, hair clips, handbags and more.
James Harden Named Western Conference Player of the Week
Today, the NBA announced that Houston Rockets guard James Harden has been named Western Conference Player of the Week for games played from Monday, March 18 through Sunday, March 24 (Week 22). It is Harden’s fourth Player of the Week award of the season and the 22nd of his career, all coming as a Rocket.
Fashion and Fellowship Bring the Faithful to the 2019 Audrey H. Lawson IMPACT Awards
Church folks are known are stepping high wearing their Sunday’s Best for the Lord on His day. Well, the family and friends of the Wheeler Avenue Inner City Visions Women’s Guild prove that Sunday’s Best can make a Saturday appearance, as well as the fashions, were fierce at the annual the 2019 Audrey H. Lawson IMPACT Awards Luncheon and Fashion Show. For 56 years blessings have poured out of this organization to provide scholarships for college students, help for the homeless, housing for the elderly, and other philanthropic projects following the ideals and heart of visionary founder Audrey H. Lawson.
“I’m Not Really a Waitress” by Suzi Weiss-Fischmann
You’d get it right someday. At about the second week of starting a business, that may’ve been your thought. Rookie mistakes had been made, long nights were spent, but you still had confidence to hang in there. Says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann in “I’m Not Really a Waitress,” success takes time and lots of learning.
New Bill Could Allow SNAP Benefits to Be Used for Fast Food
There is a new bill working its way through the Statehouse to allow people to use food stamps to buy fast food. Right now, you can only use that money to buy groceries at a store or farmer’s market but if this bill is signed into law, you could order a burger at the nearest fast food joint.
Puzzling Number Of Men Tied To Ferguson Protests Have Died
Two young men were found dead inside torched cars. Three others died of apparent suicides. Another collapsed on a bus, his death ruled an overdose
Comcast Formally Launches Afro and Cleo, Two New Black-Centric Networks
During a star-studded evening complete with a red-carpet entry at the Newseum in Washington, D.C., Comcast formally announced the addition of two television networks that highlights the company’s commitment to diversity.
Diversity And Inclusion Activist Thelma Scott Inspires At-Risk Students To Finish High School And Attend College
SAFE Diversity Communities is creating a difference through the entire city of Houston by decreasing drop-out and suicide rates. The organization focuses on supporting students with "Unique Abilities” in high school to assist them in completing and finishing their education.
GM to Invest $300 Million, Add 400 Jobs at Michigan Plant for New Chevrolet Electric Vehicle
Company also announces total new investment commitment of $1.8 billion in its U.S. manufacturing operations across six states, adding a total of 700 new jobs
General Motors is investing $300 million in its Orion Township, Michigan, assembly plant to produce a new Chevrolet electric vehicle that will bring 400 new jobs to the Orion plant. Today’s announcement is part of GM’s new commitment to invest a total of $1.8 billion in its United States manufacturing operations, creating 700 new jobs and supporting 28,000 jobs across six states.
Mike Trout Agrees to a $430 Million Dollar Extension With the Angels
A few weeks after Bryce Harper signed a 13-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, Mike Trout has since raised the stake by resigning with the Los Angeles Angels.
Black, Hispanics Drivers in Austin More Likely to be Searched
A racial profiling report released by Austin police shows that Black and Hispanic drivers pulled over in traffic stops were more than twice as likely to be searched than their White counterparts. The report, reflecting data for 2018, shows officers searched 6 percent of white drivers but 17 percent of Black motorists and 14 percent of Hispanic ones
Bronx Students Protesting for Change Declare Victory After Three-Day Lockout
According to bronx.news12.com, after days of students protesting for change at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School in Bronx, NY, their lockout of administration has ended in victory.
New School Curriculum Requires Students to 'Rent' Their Desk with Pretend Money
A new money-management curriculum at an elementary school in Washington has left parents concerned. This curriculum requires its students to 'rent' their desks and 'buy' bathroom passes using classroom currency.
Houston Texans Surprise United Airlines Passengers and Employees at George Bush International Airport Terminal
United Airlines passengers and employees receive surprise visit from the Texans
The off-season in the NFL is normally a time for rest, family time and workouts to get prepared for a rigorous schedule that begins with training camp in July and runs through the end of the year. But for Texans cornerback Jonathan Joseph, linebacker Dylan Cole, and defensive tackle Carlos Watkins, it was work as usual. Just not their regular day jobs. Along with their mascot Toro and cheerleaders, the players teamed up with United Airlines at George Bush Intercontinental Airport for a meet and greet with airline personnel and customers.
Gucci and Dapper Dan Announce $5M Changemakers Initiative Aimed at Diversity and Inclusion
Since being under fire for its balaclava sweater that resembled blackface, luxury brand Gucci is attempting to redeem itself. According to harpersbazaar.com, the Italian fashion house has announced a new global program and scholarship fund called Gucci Changemakers that will promote diversity and inclusion throughout the company with a multi-step action plan.
Fifth Ward’s Julia C. Hester House Celebrates 75th Jubilee
One of the most historically significant institutions in Houston’s Fifth Ward is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a community jubilee festival on Saturday, March 23rd.
Gene Therapy Shows Promise Against Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle cell trait is an inherited blood disorder that affects 1 million to 3 million Americans with 8 to 10 percent of them being Black. The disease is caused by a single mutation in one gene and mainly occurs in people of African descent which causes agonizing pain, strokes and early death. However, recent advances in gene therapy may eventually lead to a cure for sickle cell disease.
Aiming to Diversify Workforce, Goldman Sachs Sets Targets for Latino, Black Hires
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is setting targets for hiring minority groups for the first time as it ramps up efforts to diversify its workforce, according to a memo sent by top executives to employees.
HBCU Spotlight: St. Phillip’s College and Paul Quinn College
We continue our series highlighting the Historical Black Colleges and Universities in Texas. This week we spotlight St. Phillip’s College and Paul Quinn College.
