Houston Stands with Israel: A United Front in Times of Crisis
In the vibrant city of Houston, the heartbeat of unity and compassion is strong. The recent tragic events in Israel have spurred the community's most influential leaders to come together, showcasing their unwavering support.
DePelchin expanding mental health services with gift from Valour Foundation
A new $3 million grant from the Valour Foundation will allow DePelchin Children's Center to significantly expand access to counseling services for children and adults in the Greater Houston area.
National Transfer Student Week Spotlight: UHD’s DAIR to Teach Program Turns College Transfers into Much-Needed Teachers
Robert Rivas is passionate about becoming a teacher. A Lone Star College transfer student, Rivas is part of the first cohort of the University of Houston-Downtown’s (UHD) DAIR (Diversity, Access, Inclusion, Representation) to Teach Program, which helps transfer students from …
Houston Chamber Choir presents Byrds of a Feather concert with a salute to William Byrd
Marking the 400th anniversary of composer William Byrd’s death, the Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir, under the direction of founder and artistic director Robert Simpson, presents Byrds of a Feather, the third concert of the 2023-2024 season. In this step …
Houston Man Sentenced To 30 Years For Chinatown Jugging
A Houston man was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in prison for his role in three attacks, including one in Houston’s Chinatown that left a woman paralyzed, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced today.
Statement by Senator Borris L. Miles Regarding Voting Against SB 1 – Private School Vouchers
“SB 1 is a bill that has gone by many names, parent choice, school choice, and now education savings accounts, but in reality, it is a voucher program to subsidize private school education for affluent families. I voted against SB …
Astros ALCS Appearance Estimated to Bring $12.5M+ Per Game to Houston
The Houston Astros will face off against the Texas Rangers in MLB’s American League Championship Series, setting up an in-state race for the World Series that will mean big bucks for Houston.
University of Houston Secures $1.6 Million Grant to Advance STEM Education for Underrepresented High School Students
Researchers at the University of Houston received a $1.6 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a community partnership to provide a culturally responsive STEM experience to underrepresented high school students enrolled in alternative schooling systems in the …
Nixon Home Care Announces Masquerade Fundraiser To Support Caregivers In Need Of Adult Day Care Services
Nixon Home Care's Masquerade Fundraiser: A Night of Elegance and Compassion
Non-profit, Sipping PositiviTEA, Announces This Year's Pink And Black Fundraiser Gala
Sip to Save a Life at this year's Pink and Black Fundraiser Gala.
Legally Blind Author Announces Debut of Series Centered on Flawed but Fierce Black Women in America
Before her Hollywood dreams were shattered, Pearle Monalise Brown was the tenacious aspiring actress from Compton's unforgiving, scarred streets. Never broken, Pearle switches gears to a fallback plan — resorting to using her beauty and acting skills to swindle money …
Houston Mayoral Race Appears Headed for a Runoff
Less than two weeks before the start of early voting, the top two candidates vying to become Houston’s next mayor are locked in a virtual tie, with John Whitmire and Sheila Jackson Lee each drawing support from about one-third of …
Megan Thee Stallion Joins The #BlackGirlJoyChallenge for Mental Health
The #BlackGirlJoyChallenge launches on the “International Day of the Girl Child” and seeks to spread JOY to inspire the mental, social, emotional and overall well-being for Black girls and gender-expansive youth in the south. Application submissions open from October 11 …
Project Row Houses: Celebrating 30 Years of Art and Community
Project Row Houses (PRH), a nonprofit organization, empowers communities through engagement, art, and direct action, is gearing up to commemorate its remarkable 30-year journey in transforming communities through art and collective action. Join the celebration at "The Founders Round + …
Houston AAMA GALA Illuminating Aspiring Minds and Celebrating Progress
Get ready, Houston! As the glitz and glamour of the city’s social calendar unravels, there’s one event that stands out not just for its glitz, but for its golden mission. This year, AAMA (Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans) …
