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The Richmond Heights 49ers Documentary Trailer

Based on the book, Images of America: Miami’s Richmond Heights by co-authors Patricia Harper Garrett and The Historic Society’s Founder & Executive Director, Jessica Garrett Modkins, the documentary explores the lives of early settlers in detail and the rationale of the white developer Captain Frank C. Martin who perpetuated social change during Jim Crow. Martin made a bold and unpopular decision in 1949 to build a self-contained community for Black World War II veterans. The documentary will feature intimate conversations with the community’s pioneering residents in an effort to understand their experiences firsthand, and delve into Captain Frank C. Martin’s mindset behind his desire to build homes specifically designed for Black World War II veterans. The film will also take a closer look at the socioeconomic fabric of this time, segregation, and civil rights.

Oprah Winfrey Celebrates Black Excellence at the Inaugural HBCU Honors™ Awards Show

The inaugural HBCU Honors™ honorees include Dr. Sheila Chamberlain, Michael S. Regan, Pinky Cole, Curtis Symonds, Aunjanue Ellis, Stephen A. Smith, Steve Pamon, and Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover.

Houston Grand Opera Announces 2023 Concert of Arias Finalists

Following an international search, the organization selects eight artists to compete in the annual event with cash prizes on the line and the opportunity to audition for the coveted young artist progr

The competition will be livestreamed for at-home audiences, in addition to the live event and dinner

Jack and Jill of America Foundation is 55 years old today, oldest Black-led philanthropic organization

More than $445k given to record 65 grantees in 2022 to support black families, education and health & wellness initiatives

Jack and Jill of America Foundation (JJF) marks its 55th anniversary today by celebrating a year of record giving in 2022 in support of its mission to address issues affecting African American children and families, by investing in programs and services that create a strong foundation for children to thrive long-term.

Astros Blaze Unique Trail By Hiring Dana Brown As GM

On November 6, 2022, Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker became the third African American manager to win a World Series title.

Hobby School Survey Gauges Public Support for School Vouchers

A Majority of Texans Back Some Form of Taxpayer Support for Private Schools

A majority of Texans say they support some form of taxpayer-funded assistance for parents who want to send their children to religious or other private schools.

Taking on the Symptom that is Gun Violence and the Disease Behind It

We’ve had more mass shootings this year than we’ve had days this year.

MFAH Will Open New Galleries for Art of the Islamic Worlds on March 5

Endowed by Collector Hossein Afshar, Galleries will Feature Iranian Art in Extended.

A loan from the Afshar Collection and Selections from the Museum’s Holdings to Reflect the Breadth and Depth of Historic Islamic Lands

Harris County Attorney Menefee Opens Applications for 2nd High School Summer Legal Academy

The office of Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee is now accepting applications for the 2023 Summer Legal Academy (SLA), a two-week educational readiness program for high school students to learn more about what it takes to become an attorney. The inaugural program launched in the summer of 2022, yielding more than 250 applications. The 2022 class of 21 students came from 21 different high schools in six local school districts (including HISD, Alief ISD, Klein ISD, and more).

House Party

The Hilarious Comedy Debuts For Premium Digital Ownership on January 31

Get your VIP ticket for the hottest event of the year when “House Party”, the remix to the fan-favorite ‘90s classic, arrives for purchase Digitally on January 31. The film is directed by Calmatic in his feature film directorial debut and is written by Jamal Olori and Stephen Glover. The film will also be available to purchase on Blu-ray and DVD beginning on February 14.

'The Last of Us' expands Bill and Frank's love story, transcending its source material

In the video game "The Last of Us," the most we see of the character Frank is his dead, decaying body dangling from the ceiling of an abandoned residence.

The Way of Water and Captain Marvel, End of Loyalty - On DVD/VOD Mar 7

On Digital, DVD & On Demand on March 7 , 2023

When the head of a notorious crime family is killed by a rival family, his son Grant promises retribution. But as Grant's grief turns into violence and destruction, his best friend Ray, a federal agent, does everything he can to keep Grant from going off the deep end. Their friendship is tested as both men cling to their conflicting moral codes.

Mayor Sylvester Turner's Signature Youth Employment Program, Hire Houston Youth, Opens Application Portal

Mayor Sylvester Turner joined city officials and business leaders for the 2023 kick off of his signature program, Hire Houston Youth, continuing his commitment to invest in today’s youth and young adults to ensure a better, more equitable tomorrow.

Physician reassures sufferers of chronic COVID symptoms that relief is possible

Your system may just need a reboot. Here are some things to try.

Loss or distorted sense of taste and/or smell. Brain fog. Tinnitus. Fatigue. Digestive issues. For millions of COVID survivors, some of the most life-disrupting symptoms didn’t go away after they tested negative. Worse, many are told by their doctors that they’ll never fully recover. However, physician Robert Groysman, MD reassures these COVID long-haulers (AKA long COVID) there are treatments available that are effective 70 to 80 percent of the time, or more.

Texas Southern University named to NBCU News Group’s NBCU Academy

The award-winning journalism training program provides students from underrepresented communities a pipeline into newsrooms across media and technology

Texas Southern University has been named to the NBCU News Group’s NBCU Academy, joining 14 other colleges and universities as new academic partners.

After 3 years of Covid, CNN went into rural China for Lunar New Year. Here's what we found and how officials tried stopping us

In China's southern Guizhou province, there's a tiny village in the southeast corner, nestled deep within the mountains, called Dali. A wall of lush green trees and bamboo surround this village of about 1,000 people, who've lived in wooden homes with gray-tiled roofs for centuries.

Decision not to appoint Steve Wilks as Carolina Panthers' head coach points to a 'legitimate race problem in the NFL,' say his attorneys

The Carolina Panthers' decision to overlook Steve Wilks and appoint someone else as their new head coach points to a "legitimate race problem in the NFL," the former interim coach's attorneys say.

RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel elected to fourth consecutive term

Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel was elected to a fourth consecutive term Friday after winning the support of about two-thirds of the RNC members who gathered here for their winter meeting.

Jan. 6 rioter who assaulted Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick sentenced to over 6 years in jail

A man who assaulted United States Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick with pepper spray on January 6, 2021, was sentenced on Friday to 80 months behind bars.

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