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Juneteenth Books by various authors and illustrators
c.2023, various publishers $5.99 - $18.99 various page counts
The celebration is coming soon, you can feel it in the air. Your entire family will gather together for one special day. There'll be picnics and tasty foods, dancing, and storytelling. No, it's not Christmas or your birthday, not Easter or Ramadan. It's Juneteenth and these three new books will help you understand why that day is important....
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Grace Jones Lights Up the 2023 Blue Note Jazz Festival
The 2023 Blue Note Jazz Festival takes place all over New York City, May 31st to July 2nd. From the Blue Note’s iconic Greenwich Village jazz club (Ron Carter’s Foursight Quartet) to Summer Stage in Central Park (Buddy Guy), BRIC in Brooklyn (Anderson Paak, Robert Glasper) and Manhattan’s Hammerstein Ballroom, former site of the Metropolitan Opera Company. Hammerstein kicked off the fest with the diva of divas, Grace Jones.
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Unites With Other NPHC Fraternities for Historic, Second Joint Capitol Hill Day
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. joins with the four other National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities for the historic, second annual NPHC Fraternity Days on Capitol Hill, which includes panel discussions and meetings with Congressional members and other officials, June 4-6.
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A Blessing in Disguise: State Farm's Pullout from California and What it Means for Homeowners
State Farm's recent decision to pull out of California may initially cause concern among homeowners, but seasoned bad-faith insurance lawyer Eric Dick suggests that this move might actually benefit them in the long run. With his extensive experience in representing property owners in breach of contract cases against various insurance companies, Dick has witnessed firsthand State Farm's notorious reputation for denying valid insurance claims and prioritizing expensive litigation and media campaigns over settling legitimate claims. State Farm's departure from California presents an opportunity for competition and positive change within the insurance market, ultimately leading to improved services and fairer policies for homeowners.
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Harris County Commissioner Ellis, County Judge Hidalgo to Introduce Uplift Harris, an ARPA-Funded Guaranteed Income Program
$20.5M Investment is Part of County’s Broader Strategy to Address Region’s Economic Inequality and Reduce Poverty
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and County Judge Lina Hidalgo will announce the ARPA-funded Uplift Harris, a $20.5 million program that’s part of Harris County’s broader strategy to address the region’s economic inequality and reduce poverty. The family financial stability and income program – a first of its kind for a Texas county -- will provide low-income families with direct, unconditional financial support to meet their basic needs like rent, groceries, transportation, housing and utilities cost, and care.
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John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By Community Activist Ken Olive
John Whitmire announced today that Community Activist Ken Olive has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
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Superintendent F. Mike Miles Announces First Cabinet Appointments
The leadership team brings together HISD veteran leaders, with some of Texas’ best education talent to lead the district forward
Superintendent of the Houston Independent School District, F. Mike Miles today announced the initial members of the HISD leadership team. The team brings together veteran HISD leaders with the expertise and vision of some of Texas’ most exceptional education talent. These appointments are effective immediately, and just the first in a series of leadership appointments that will be made in the coming weeks.
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The Fugees reunite for what may be their last performance
Lauryn Hill brought Wyclef Jean and Pras Michel on stage over the weekend to surprise attendees of the Roots Picnic in Philadelphia and it may be the last time fans see them together.
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Ambient music legend Brian Eno is hitting the road for his first-ever solo tour
At the age of 75, legendary musician and producer Brian Eno is planning to embark on his first-ever solo tour.
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Tyler James Williams reluctantly addresses his sexuality
“Abbott Elementary” star Tyler James Williams has some thoughts about the speculation surrounding his sexuality.
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Cheerleader recalls being shot after friend opened the wrong car door
A Texas cheerleader who was shot and critically injured after another girl mistakenly opened the wrong car door says she was scared during the shooting but tried to stay calm for her even more frightened friends.
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Why full planes and small seats could be a problem
In CNN Travel’s latest news roundup, we bring you the world’s best airlines for 2023, city break inspiration from Texas to Mongolia to Ecuador and why China might have overstretched itself by building a 15-mile, $6.7 billion bridge.
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Austin police say suspect in 2 killings may be involved in nearly a dozen more
Police in Austin, Texas, said a man contacted them and admitted to killing two people, which led authorities to investigate his possible involvement in up to 10 other killings.
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Supreme Court’s conservative majority to decide direction of law on race, elections and religious freedom this month
As the Supreme Court races to issue all outstanding opinions by a self-imposed early July deadline, there is little doubt that the conservative majority is prepared to continue the right-ward trajectory on areas concerning affirmative action, election law and LGBTQ rights.
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This couple set off on a motorbike world tour with their beloved dog. Then tragedy struck
Their shared love of travel was one of the main topics of conversation during their first date back in 2004.
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California is investigating after a private jet carrying migrants arrived in Sacramento, officials say
An investigation is underway after over a dozen migrants arrived in Sacramento, California, by private jet “with no prior arrangement or care in place,” Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta said Saturday.
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An investigation is underway after over a dozen migrants arrived in Sacramento, California, by private jet “with no prior arrangement or care in place,” California …
Published on June 5, 2023
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Police search for suspects after Sunnyvale, Texas, shooting leaves 1 dead, 4 injured, including children
Police are searching for suspects after a shooting left one person dead and a man and his three children injured in a shooting near an apartment complex in Sunnyvale, Texas, Sunday evening
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Hurricane Season is Here for the Next Six Months
Make plans for each family member, especially for those with specific needs and don’t forget your pets!
Hurricane season begins June 1, and living in the Houston area, it’s important to take action now to make things easier for ourselves and our loved ones. In the event of a powerful rainstorm or hurricane, you could be without basic utilities, such as electricity, water, gas, phone, and internet for three days or more. Additionally, periods of flooding can restrict access to roadways making it difficult to get food or medicine. Planning ahead of time will help you cope with the loss of necessities, especially if you have loved ones with specific needs.
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Gun Violence is the Leading Cause of Death for Children in the United States
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month – A Call for Action and Prevention
Gun violence is a public health crisis, and it is urgent to raise awareness and reflect on the importance of gun violence education and prevention. The number of mass shootings across the country continues to grow, and we must work collectively towards effective preventive measures. June is Gun Violence Awareness Month and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) highlights the alarming statistics and call upon residents to join forces in putting an end to the number one cause of violence of our youth.
