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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson - Biden's Supreme Court Nod Draws Praise

Three times the Senate has confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson – twice unanimously.

League of Women Voters of Texas Statement Regarding the March 1 Primary Election

The League of Women Voters of Texas President Grace Chimene issues statement about the March 1 primary election.

Steve Wozniak's new venture takes aim at space junk

Steve Wozniak has a new — and potentially lucrative — passion: Space junk. But the money, according to Wozniak's co-founder in this new venture, couldn't be further from the point. "I don't think Steve [Wozniak] gives a damn about making …

Fitbit recalls 1.7 million smartwatches due to burn hazard

Fitbit is recalling 1.7 million smartwatches due to a potential burn hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.

Apple sets date for first product launch of the year

Apple is gearing up for its first big product event of the year.

Senate passes major cybersecurity legislation to force reporting of cyberattacks and ransomware

The Senate on Tuesday passed major cybersecurity legation, moving one step closer toward forcing critical infrastructure companies to report cyberattacks and ransomware payments.

Black and brown communities had highest increases in drug overdose death rates during pandemic, study says

Drug overdose death rates in the United States soared during the Covid-19 pandemic, and a new study suggests that Black and brown communities were hit hardest.

Confirmation hearings set for Ketanji Brown Jackson as Supreme Court nominee meets with senators

Confirmation hearings for the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson will start on Monday, March 21, the Senate Judiciary Committee announced Wednesday.

Ken Paxton and George P. Bush will advance to May runoff in Texas attorney general primary, CNN projects

Texas Republicans will need a May runoff to decide their nominee for state attorney general after incumbent Ken Paxton fell short of clinching a majority in Tuesday's primary, setting up a showdown with Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush in …

Founder of Prison Style Fitness Program CONBODY, Awarded Grant on Ellen DeGeneres Show in Support of Criminal Justice Reform

Coss Marte, founder of CONBODY, the prison-style fitness studio proudly hiring formerly incarcerated individuals, appeared on today's episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show!

Black History Month is Black Love

Local marketing agency, Grace Marketing, was tasked by the CEO of I Luv Curls, Joy Truth McGowan to craft compelling messaging for Valentine's Day and Black History Month. The agency enlisted the CEO's husband, Neil McGowan, to get a man's …

Teach For America Houston Provides Tips for How Students Can Relax and Recharge During Spring Break

In just a few days, kids from all over the Greater Houston area will receive a reprieve from the classroom and head into Spring Break. This is the ideal time for students to exhale and recharge before finishing out the …

Corey Stapleton Releases Debut Album “Sea Change” Montana Politician and Veteran Adds Country Music Artist to His Resume

Monatanan, veteran, and former Secretary of State and Senator, Corey Stapleton announces the release of his debut album, Sea Change. Out on digital platforms today, his first full release as a country artist showcases twelve songs solely written by Stapleton, …

Statewide Black Chamber Launched During Black History Month

Florida now has a chamber focused on uplifting and helping black businesses around the state. On February 1st, 2022, to kick off Black History Month, the Florida Association of Black Chambers of Commerce hosted its first Black Chamber Day at …

Red Cross honors community heroes during annual Red Cross Month celebration in March

“Communities are at their best when there are people helping people,” said American Red Cross volunteer David Guth. “Throughout the year the Red Cross provides people an opportunity to make a difference- whether that be in responding to a disaster, …