PVAMU to Hold Virtual Graduation Celebration
Mark your calendars for May 9, 2020! On that Saturday, at 10 a.m., Prairie View A&M University will hold a virtual celebration for the Class of Spring 2020. In light of the coronavirus crisis, the university commencement committee has created …
R. A. Martin has spent all his life working for contract mining and owner-operated mining businesses around the world. He has gained a wealth of skills and a broad knowledge base from every new job t
With coronavirus lockdown rules in place and millions of Americans advised to stay at home, online engagement in the United States has increased dramatically in March. One of the most common at-home media activities in the United States last month …
Governor Abbott Announces Phase One to Open Texas, Establishes Statewide Minimum Standard Health Protocols
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the first phase of the State of Texas' ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Under Phase I, certain services and activities are allowed to open with limited …
The Long No
An acquaintance in the entertainment industry once explained to me why a project we were working on was stalled. He said we were getting “The Long No.”
NAACP Houston Condemns CM Kubosh Reference of Rosa Parks
Recent statements by Houston City Councilmember Michael Kubosh have deeply grieved the hearts and offended many African Americans. Others who are sensitive to the history of African Americans in this country are also disturbed. Even though 1619 is often given …
Mayor Sylvester Turner, City of Houston, Councilman Robert Gallegos with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and UMMC Officially Announces the Opening of a Sixth Coronavirus Testing Site
Mayor Sylvester Turner, City of Houston, Councilman Robert Gallegos with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Senior Member of the Homeland Security Committee and UMMC will officially announce the launch of the sixth UMMC COVID-19 drive through testing site.
County Judge KP George Announces Second COVID-19 Testing Site Open in Sugar Land
County Judge KP George and county public health officials announced today the opening of a COVID-19 testing site in the Sugar Land area. The County’s first testing site remains active and operational in Rosenberg. The County is paying all fees …
"The Trayvon Hoax" Film is now on YouTube for Free, Director says "Enjoy Stay at Home Bonus!"
The best-selling film, The Trayvon Hoax: Unmasking the Witness Fraud that Divided America, is now available to watch on YouTube for free for a limited time. Director and producer Joel Gilbert describes this free offer as a "stay at home …
Harris County Attorney Ryan Supports County Clerk’s Request for Mail Ballot Funding
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan supports the County Clerk’s request for additional funding for vote by mail efforts, citing a recent court ruling amid public health concerns.
Grifols Houston-Area Biomat USA Plasma Donor Centers Now Accepting Donations from People Who Have Recovered from COVID-19
Potential donors can call 866-END-CV19 to learn more about donating their convalescent plasma to produce a hyperimmune globulin medicine for potentially treating COVID-19
Wisconsin Primary Shows Most States Must Do More to Prepare for Elections During Coronavirus Pandemic, CAP Analysis Shows
After the chaos and confusion surrounding the Wisconsin primary, an analysis from the Center for American Progress finds that 40 states plus the District of Columbia have election systems that are not much better or are even worse positioned than …
US must reduce dependence on China-dominated supply chains, says Baker Institute report
The United States must reduce its dependence on China-dominated supply chains for critical goods, according to a new report by experts in the Center for Energy Studies at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy and at the U.S. Naval …
New CEO brings ‘passion and commitment’ to Pathways
Pathways Youth & Family Services, a non-profit organization providing a wide array of social-services programs to communities across Texas, has named Tina Amberboy as its new CEO.
Made Dizzy By COVID-19 Data? Artificial Intelligence Helps Clear Things Up
As governors begin to make decisions about reopening the economy, Americans are left to wonder whether they should follow their state government’s lead – or make their own decisions about when to return to normal.
Could You Be Missing Out On Senior Discounts? Here Are A Few Things To Know
People who reach or near their retirement years often need to watch every penny.
