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TV One Partners with Ford Motor Company, AT&T, American Family Insurance, Black Radiance, Disney Pictures, McDonald's, Toyota and Walmart to Sponsor the 49th NAACP Image Awards Telecast and Red Carpet

Terrence J Returns to Host and Serve as One of The Producers for the Red Carpet Live! Pre-Show, Joined by Special Correspondent Tanika Ray at 8 p.m. ET

TV One is joining forces with a distinguished team of sponsors supporting the 49th NAACP Image Awards: Red Carpet Live! pre-show on Monday, Jan. 15 at 8.00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. CT. and the subsequent live telecast of the 49th NAACP Image Awards on TV One at 9 p.m. ET/ 8 p.m. CT. Sponsors include Ford Motor Company, AT&T, American Family Insurance, Black Radiance, Curls, Disney Pictures, McDonald’s, Walmart and Toyota.

WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival Wraps 50th Season ~ Where Indie Films Take Off…!

WorldFest-Houston, the third longest-running International Film Festival in North America, celebrated the conclusion of its 10-day run of film, fun and fanfare in its 50th annual independent film showcase with a 9% increase in box-office! With Rob Reiner on hand to kick off the festival with his brilliant new film, LBJ, WorldFest got off to an awesome start.

Local Girl Scouts Take Action for Earth Day

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council leaders and girl members are available for interviews, guest commentaries, and questions regarding Earth Day on Saturday, April 22, 2023, and throughout April, which is Earth Month. In fact, many Girl Scouts from around the Greater Houston Area are taking action to protect our planet through their Gold Award projects. Many of these projects aim to address pressing issues such as climate change, pollution, and conservation.

Houston Chamber Choir announces cancellation of spring concerts and gala

The GRAMMY® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir regretfully announces the cancellation of its spring events, including the concerts Night Vision and Anthracite Fields (with partner Da Camera) on Mar. 28 and May 8, respectively, along with the annual gala, Take Flight!, slated for Apr. 19 at the Petroleum Club.

Performing Arts Houston Announces New/Now Commissioning Project Winners

Advancing a project spotlighting and supporting working Houston artists, Performing Arts Houston announces the winners of the second annual New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Project. The four winners, reflecting the diversity of arts in our city, represent a wide range of artistic genres, creative voices, and cultural backgrounds:

NAACP Statement on Executive Orders Targeting Muslims and Legal Immigrants

NAACP President and CEO Cornell William Brooks issued the following statement in response to multiple executive orders issued in the first week of the Trump Administration, including orders banning refugees, targeting visitors from Muslim countries and detaining people with legal permits to visit, live and work in the United States:

"Girls Trip," "Get Out," "Black-ish," Garner Multiple Wins at 49th NAACP Image Awards

The winners of the 49th NAACP Image Awards were announced last night during the live broadcast from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium which aired on TV One. The two-hour live special was hosted by Anthony Anderson and opened with a powerful moment in support of #TIMESUP featuring Angela Robinson, Kerry Washington, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Laverne Cox, Lena Waithe and Tracee Ellis Ross.

Houston to Host Ultimate Event for Minecraft Super Fans

Minefaire Makes Houston Debut May 20-21

Think Comic-Con – but for Minecraft fans! Minefaire, the Ultimate Minecraft Fan Experience, makes its Houston debut May 20-21, 2017 at NRG Center. Super fans of one of the most popular video games ever will arrive in costume to join gaming tournaments, learn from the world’s top Minecraft experts, meet and greet their favorite Minecraft YouTube stars and enjoy 150,000 square feet of hands-on attractions with their families.

ABC13/KTRK-TV Houston to Host Virtual Town Hall to Discuss Race Relations and Our Faith Communities

Virtual Town Hall is TODAY, June 15 (7:00 – 8:00 p.m. CDT)

ABC13, Houston’s most-watched television station, presents an exclusive stream-only one-hour virtual town hall TODAY, JUNE 15 (7:00 – 8:00 p.m. CDT), highlighting the role of our communities of faith in the conversation on racism, social justice and police brutality. Exclusive streaming on ABC13’s Facebook Live, YouTube, ABC13's app, and ABC13’s connected TV apps on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV and Roku.

The Coleman Chronicles: Southmore Blvd. Bridge & Highway Construction Info

I have talked to many constituents and heard your concerns about tearing down the Southmore Blvd. Bridge, and the major highway construction in District 147. I share your concerns as I live here too, and take the Southmore Blvd. Bridge to and from work everyday.

DeMeco Ryans' Homecoming Spearheads a Season of Triumph for the Houston Texans Under Cal and Hannah McNair’s Leadership

Houston Texans' leadership, under the guidance of Chairman Cal McNair and Vice President Hannah McNair, made a visionary decision one year ago in the team auditorium that set the team on a new, victorious path. The dismissal of then-head coach Lovie Smith, following former coach David Culley's departure, was a clear indication of the franchise's resolve for rejuvenation.

Three Harmony Public Schools campuses named official ‘National Schools of Character'

In total, Harmony now has seven National School of Character campuses and 13 State School of Character came

Three Houston campuses from Harmony Public Schools were named official “National Schools of Character” Tuesday for their outstanding efforts in promoting cultures of character in their schools and communities. The awards were announced by Character.org, a national advocate and leader for character development in schools.

Houston Native serves with Navy Strike Fighter Squadron

A 2013 C.E. King High School graduate and Houston native is currently serving with a U.S. Navy strike fighter squadron which flies one of the world’s most advanced warplanes.

Yellow Cab Houston Driver Receives International Recognition

Ramonia McCarty Awarded “2017 International Driver of the Year” by the International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR)

On September 26, 2017, in a crowded ballroom surrounded by her colleagues and hundreds of delegates, Ramonia McCarty was named “2017 International Driver of the Year” at the 30th Annual Conference of the International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR) held in Austin, Texas. This award is presented by government transportation professionals from around the globe to a driver who has provided excellent service to passengers and has likewise performed in an extraordinary manner that represents the highest level of the profession.

Mayor's Task Force on Policing Reform Releases Recommendations

The Mayor's Task Force on Policing Reform today released a highly anticipated 153-page report with a list of recommendations proposed by the 45 member citizen group.The Mayor's Task Force on Policing Reform today released a highly anticipated 153-page report with a list of recommendations proposed by the 45 member citizen group.

LisaRaye McCoy Brings Her Vision Board Workshop To Houston!

Join LisaRaye McCoy for a full day of inspiration, empowerment and motivation at the Life Rocks Vision Board Workshop on Sunday, August 13, 2017. Actress, LisaRaye McCoy is an entertainer, astute business woman, and philanthropist. Voted one of the “Top Five Rising Female Stars” by Ebony Magazine and twice voted “Sexiest Woman of the Year” by Black Men Magazine, McCoy’s film credits include The Players Club, Beauty Shop, Love Chronicles, The Wood, and Contradictions of the Heart. She has been the co-star to award-winning actors Jamie Foxx, Terrence Howard, and actress Jada Pinkett-Smith, to name a few.

Ajayan named National Academy of Inventors fellow

Rice University materials scientist Pulickel Ajayan has been named a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. Ajayan will be one of 148 people inducted in a ceremony at the organization's annual meeting April 10-11 at Space Center Houston.

Walmart, Sam’s Club Announce New Measures to Support Small Businesses in Houston

Walmart and Sam’s Club announced new efforts aimed at providing relief for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. In a blog post published last evening, Walmart President & CEO, John Furner, and Sam’s Club President & CEO, Kath McLay, laid out two measures the company will be taking to help small business.

Texas Black Expo Announces the In-Person Return of its Summer Celebration

The 2023 season marks the organization’s 20th anniversary of serving the small business community throughout the state of Texas.

The Texas Black Expo announces the in-person return of the annual Summer Celebration, June 22 – 25, with the theme of BOOM: Building Our Own Marketplace. This free, four-day event at the George R. Brown Convention Center marks the organization’s 20th anniversary of serving the small business community in Houston and throughout the state of Texas.

Driver in 2018 Drive-By Shooting Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison

A Houston man who drove past a group of people gathered in front of a home in 2018, allowing a gunman in the car to fatally shoot a 19-year-old, was sentenced to 30 years in prison this week, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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