As May unfolds each year, Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of mental well-being and the crucial need for equitable access to mental health services. This observance sheds light on the prevalence of mental …

Chief Petty Officer Fernando Mercader, a proud native of Houston, Texas, exemplifies dedication and resilience as a member of the U.S. Navy's Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77, stationed in Japan. Mercader, who graduated from Dulles High School in 2011, …

Houston Community College Trustee Charlene Ward Johnson is racing full speed toward the Democratic Primary Run-Off for Texas House District 139, set for Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Early Voting be- gins on Monday, May 20th, offering voters the chance to …

Excitement filled the halls of Alief Learning Center as it proudly announced the grand unveiling of its state-of-the-art media center. This remarkable achievement was made possible through the generous support of esteemed organizations including Houston Loves Teachers, Extra Yard for …

The Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) is thrilled to announce its second Career Pathways Signing Day, honoring over 50 adult education students who have successfully completed workforce training, High School Equivalency (HSE), or English as a Second Language (ESL) …

A tragic incident in Houston's Galleria area has reached a critical legal milestone as a 22-year-old man was sentenced to 60 years in prison for his role in a 2021 double murder. The announcement was made by Harris County District …

Juneteenth, a significant day commemorating the end of slavery in the Confederate states, marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. This day stands as a powerful reminder of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our …

The momentum for Lauren Ashley Simmons' campaign for State Representative in District 146 is stronger than ever. This week, Simmons received endorsements from (10) ten current and former state representatives who have served with banished Shawn Thierry, a notable addition …

In a heartfelt ceremony, Houston’s Third Ward the enduring legacy of ı with the unveiling of an honorary street marker. The event took place on Monday, May 13, 2024, at the intersection of Emancipation Avenue and Webster Street, the historic …

Today, amidst the hushed reverence of Houston City Hall, Mayor John Whitmire invited Houstonians to join him in a moment of silence—a solemn tribute to the towering legacy of Reverend William A. Lawson, Founding Pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church.

In Acts 20, the apostle Paul tells ministers to watch over themselves and their flock that God has given to them. Rev. William Alexander Lawson took this responsibility as a shepherd as his God-given duty. Many across the nation had …

The Houston Public Library (HPL) proudly announces the grand opening of the Dr. Shannon Walker Neighborhood Library, a momentous event that underscores HPL’s unwavering dedication to promoting literacy, learning, and community engagement.

After a decade of impactful initiatives, Novo Nordisk proudly introduces Cities for Better Health, a transformative evolution of the renowned Cities Changing Diabetes program. At the forefront of this innovative movement is the Institute for Spirituality and Health at the …

exas Southern University (TSU) is proud to announce its Spring Commencement ceremony set for Saturday, May 11, 2024. The event will honor the achievements of more than 1,000 students who have navigated the complexities of their academic journeys amid the …

Join the community for an inspiring morning at the Men’s Prayer Breakfast featuring Dr. Ashland O. Brown, a distinguished Prairie View native, on May 18, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. This special event will be held at St. Francis of Assisi …