Story
City of Houston holds successful relief drive to help Hurricane Ida survivors
The City of Houston is sending five trucks loaded with food, water, and additional relief supplies to help people in Louisiana rebuild from the destruction caused by Hurricane Ida.
Video
Mayor Turner thanks everyone who donated to the food and supply drive to help Louisiana
The City of Houston is sending five trucks loaded with food, water, and additional relief supplies to help people in Louisiana rebuild from the destruction caused by Hurricane Ida.
Story
SB1: Silencing the Minority Vote
How do you give an answer to a problem that never existed? Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 1 - the election integrity bill - into law on September 7th on the basis that the legislation now makes it easier to vote and harder to cheat.
Story
COVID long hauler tells her story as new study at rush hopes to solve some mysteries
Some survivors of COVID-19 are struggling to recover, even months after they test positive.
Story
Justice Department sues Texas over six-week abortion ban
The Biden Justice Department sued the state of Texas on Thursday over its new six-week abortion ban, saying the state law is unconstitutional.
Photo
The Biden Justice Department is readying legal action to challenge the restrictive Texas abortion law. Protesters march against the abortion in Houston, Texas on September …
Published on September 9, 2021
Story
Million Dollar Contract Increase COVID Vaccination Cancel By Harris County Court After Controversy
A contract to help increase COVID-19 vaccination has been canceled by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo over controversy brought on by Republican commissioners.
Story
Beyoncé, JAY-Z and Tiffany & Co. Create the ABOUT LOVE Scholarship Program for Students at Five Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
Following the launch of the ABOUT LOVE campaign starring The Carters, Tiffany & Co. announced details on the launch of the Tiffany & Co. About Love Scholarship program in partnership with BeyGOOD and the Shawn Carter Foundation. As part of the campaign announcement, Tiffany & Co. pledged USD $2M in scholarship funding for students in the arts and creative fields at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Story
Bun B's H-Town Takeover to Make Rodeo Debut
Bun B and Houston rappers to headline Rodeo’s Black Heritage Day, presented by Kroger, March 11
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials announced today that Bun B will make his RODEOHOUSTON debut Friday, March 11, 2022, for Black Heritage Day. His performance, known as Bun B’s H-Town Takeover, will include some of Houston’s most well-known rap icons.
Photo
Photo credit: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Published on September 9, 2021
Story
The California Recall and You
Next Tuesday, every registered voter in the State of California will have an opportunity to cast a vote on the question of whether to recall Governor Gavin Newsom and replace him with one of over 40 candidates on the ballot, or, vote “NO” on question number one and keep him in office for the rest of his term. You might not think this election matters to you or concerns you. You could not be more wrong, if you fail to do your part by not voting, and he is recalled,
Story
Danny Amendola Participates In His First Practice As A Houston Texan
And just like that, the Danny Amendola era has started in Houston. The former New England Patriots star was in practice with the Houston Texans on Monday after signing a one-year, $2.5 million dollar deal.
Photo
Photo Credit/Houston Astros
Published on September 8, 2021
Photo
Photo Credit/Houston Astros
Published on September 8, 2021
Story
Astros Defeat The Mariners 5-4 In Extra Innings Thanks To Some Late Clutch Hits
One night after putting up 11 runs on the scoreboard, the Houston Astros needed extra innings to finally put away the pesky Seattle Mariners. Houston defeated Seattle by a score of 5-4 in 10 innings, thanks to some timely hitting by veteran third baseman Alex Bregman and shortstop Carlos Correa.
Story
Wells Fargo Returns as Presenting Sponsor for 2021 Leadership Institute
The Institute, now in its 21st year, is part of a larger mission to advance pathways toward economic mobility for HBCU students and intentionally diversify the future work force within corporate America
Story
The 8th Annual Festival of African Arts, Culture and Entertainment 2021 Houston AfriFEST
Houston, the most diverse city in the U.S. will again take center stage as it pays tribute to the continent of Africa. On Saturday, October 16, 2021 the Nigerian American Multicultural Council (NAMC) will host its 8th annual Houston AfriFEST - a festival of African arts, culture, and entertainment from Noon to 6:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Houston Baptist University, located at 7502 Fondren Rd., Houston, TX 77074.
Photo
Photo Credit/Houston Rockets
Published on September 7, 2021
Story
Rockets Re-Sign Anthony Lamb to Two-Way Contract
The Houston Rockets announced they have re-signed forward Anthony Lamb to a two-way contract.
Story
How 9/11 changed travel forever
When this century began, you could pull up to the airport 20 minutes before a domestic flight in the United States and stroll straight over to your gate. Perhaps your partner would come through security to wave you goodbye. You might not have a photo ID in your carry-on, but you could have blades and liquids.
