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Fort Bend County Empowers Local Entrepreneurs with Launch of “Fort Bend Helps” Resource Hub

Fort Bend County has taken a bold step forward in championing local economic growth with the official launch of “Fort Bend Helps” — a dynamic, centralized online hub created to uplift and support small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs across …

Houston Voices Lead at National Urban League’s Empowerment Summit:

When the National Urban League (NUL) calls the nation to action, Houston answers with power and purpose. At the 2025 Empowerment Summit held May 14–16 in the heart of the nation’s capital, the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) was front …

Texas Southern University Soars Higher: Financial Upgrade and Aviation Fleet Launch Signal Historic Growth

Texas Southern University (TSU), one of the nation's premier Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), is reaching new heights—both financially and literally. In an inspiring show of upward momentum, TSU celebrated a major dual victory this May: a long-anticipated credit …

Frost Bank Celebrates Historic 200th Location with Pflugerville Expansion

With the grand opening of its newest financial center in Pflugerville, Frost Bank has proudly marked a milestone 200 branches across Texas, reinforcing its legacy of service, strength, and community stewardship. As the state continues to evolve, Frost’s Texas-sized heart …

Mitsubishi’s Kim Ito Named Among Top 100 Leading Women in North American Auto Industry

In a bold testament to innovation, leadership, and the rise of women in executive roles, Kim Ito, Chief Marketing Officer at Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA), has been named to the prestigious 2025 list of Automotive News' 100 Leading …

Rep. Al Green Files Impeachment Articles, Cites Trump as Threat to Democracy in ‘Dear Colleague’ Letter

Today, Congressman Al Green announced on the floor of the House of Representatives that I have filed H.Res.415 to impeach President Donald John Trump for condoning the flouting of federal court orders, flouting the separation of powers, undermining the independence …

Fort Bend County to Host 2025 Memorial Day Ceremony Honoring Fallen Heroes

Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the Commissioners Court invite the public to attend the 2025 Memorial Day Ceremony—a solemn observance dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who sacrificed in service to our nation.

Billboards and Bold Voices: Albuquerque's Campaign to Curb Black Overdose Crisis with Naloxone Awareness

In a city where community action meets public health innovation, Albuquerque, New Mexico is becoming a model of life-saving awareness. Along major highways and in neighborhoods where the overdose crisis has taken too many lives, a bold message is rising …

Former Maryland medical examiner misclassified police in-custody deaths that were homicides, audit finds

Maryland (WJZ) -- An independent review of Maryland's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) uncovered widespread misclassifications of in-custody deaths, with racial implications.

Closing the Visibility Gap: How the Best of BuyBlack.org Awards Are Transforming Support for Black-Owned Businesses

“Buy Black” has become a rallying cry across communities nationwide — a call to action that blends cultural pride with economic empowerment. But while intent to support Black-owned businesses is at an all-time high, many consumers still face a fundamental …

2026 GMC HUMMER EV: Redefining Supertruck Performance with Power, Precision, and Innovation

The 2026 GMC HUMMER EV isn't just back—it's bolder, smarter, and faster than ever. As the world’s first and only all-electric supertruck, GMC's HUMMER EV has once again redefined what’s possible in EV innovation, off-road agility, and high-performance luxury. From …

Teach For America Houston and EMERGE Unite in New Shared Space to Advance Educational Equity

In a powerful demonstration of collaboration and community-driven progress, Teach For America (TFA) Houston and EMERGE celebrated the opening of their new shared office space with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, May 6. Located at 3555 Timmons Lane, this bold …

Walmart warns it will raise prices because of tariffs

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, said President Donald Trump’s tariffs are “too high” and it will raise prices on some items as Trump’s global trade war increases the company’s costs.

Ban Tien – METRO Police Chief: A Warrior’s Heart, A Community’s Guardian

In the ever-evolving landscape of Houston’s transit safety, Chief Ban Tien of the METRO Police Department has emerged as a transformative force. A combat-tested U.S. Army veteran, former Houston Police Department officer, and now the top cop of one of …

The Time Is Now: Houston Unites to Empower 360,000 Residents on Their Path to U.S. Citizenship

In a city as diverse and dynamic as Houston, the meaning of belonging goes far beyond geography. For more than 360,000 lawful permanent residents living in the Greater Houston area—many for over a decade—the path to full civic participation