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American Idol Alums Danny Gokey and Mandisa Bring Rise Out Of The Dark Tour to Houston
On behalf of KSBJ Special Events, American Idol Alums Danny Gokey and Mandisa are coming to Houston on Saturday, September 30th for their Rise Out Of The Dark Tour. This is all part of the artists continuing to show love to Houston in the aftermath of the storm. A couple of weeks ago, both artists were a part of a benefit concert to raise money for Harvey relief.
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The Forgotten Issue - Police Violence Against Black Men (and Women)
A photo of Colin Kaepernick tweeted out by Jennifer Lee Chan on August 26, 2016 launched a public debate. Kaepernick stated his action (sitting, which led to kneeling, during the anthem) was due to the oppression of people of color and ongoing issues with police brutality.
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Jay-Jay Okocha: I'm jealous of PSG's Current Players
When Paris Saint-Germain signed Nigeria international Jay-Jay Okocha 17 years ago, it made him the most expensive African footballer on the planet. He cost the French club $19 million -- How times have changed.
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After a Killing Driven by Hate, Family Wonders 'How many red flags does it take?'
The family raised so many alerts about their neighbor. Why was nothing done to stop him? They told police about the barrage of racist taunts coming from next door, but the hate persisted. They got a protective order to keep him away, but nothing changed. They complained he wasn't complying -- and then he allegedly ran down their mother with his car.
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World's Second Biggest Diamond Sells for $53 Million
The world's second-biggest diamond has finally found a buyer. After failing to sell at a Sotheby's auction last year, the 1,109-carat uncut stone has now fetched $53 million in a private sale to luxury jeweler Graff Diamonds.
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What Doctors Want From Health Care Reform as Latest Congressional Effort Falters
As the latest Republican replacement for the Affordable Care Act begins its death rattle, a growing number of physicians worry that any solution Washington proposes will not fix the nation's ailing health care system.
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North Korea: Playing Football In One of the World's Most Secretive States
Professional footballers often have to play in hostile and intimidating atmospheres, but Australian footballer Erik Paartalu found himself under the flight path of a ballistic missile in North Korea.
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Dallas Cowboys Take Knee, Then Stand With Arms Locked for Anthem
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones joined his team in taking a knee before the National Anthem, then the Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals players stood with arms locked for the anthem ahead of the "Monday Night Football" kickoff.
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5 Things for September 26: Puerto Rico, NFL Protests, Health Nill, N. Korea, Francis
Good morning. There's a lot going on, so let's get straight to what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Toyota Implements Relief Payment Program for Those Impacted by Hurricane Harvey
Gulf States Toyota, the regional distributorship for Toyota in Texas and a longtime member of the Houston community, has felt the devastation of Hurricane Harvey firsthand and seen the destruction left in its wake.
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Ford: We respect the right of NFL players to protest
Ford, a sponsor of the National Football League, has voiced support for NFL players exercising their right to free speech and peaceful protest after President Donald Trump urged fans to consider a boycott.
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METRORail Service Restored on All Lines
METRORail riders can now travel normally on all three lines. Rail service is restored and fully operational. METRO maintenance crews worked overnight and through Friday morning to make repairs to an underground power system component. The failure was discovered Thursday evening and resulted in the immediate suspension of rail service on portions of the Red, Green and Purple lines.
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Kara McCullough, NRC Physical Scientist & Reigning Miss USA, Addresses "Inform & Inspire" Workshop for Girls
The Black Women's Agenda, Inc. (BWA) celebrated its 40th anniversary today, hosting its Annual Symposium Workshop & Awards Luncheon in the nation's capital and encouraging the more than 1,200 elected officials, journalists, corporate and community leaders and members of its National Collaborating Organizations who attended the event to help chart a path for the future.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Urges HUD to Quickly Disburse Community Development Block Grant Disaster Relief Funds to Help the Most Vulnerable Victims of Hurricane Harvey Victims
Jackson Lee: “It is imperative that the Department of Housing and Urban Development move quickly to disburse disaster relief funds so that the most vulnerable victims of Hurricane Harvey can receive the help they desperately need.”
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AboutThatCar.com: 2018 Volvo V90, S90, XC60
When Volvo picked us up at the airport I and my riding partner climbed into the back seats of what turned out to be a 2018 XC90 Excellence. It was the most luxurious utility vehicle I had ever been in.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Condemns Deadly Gun Violence At A Tennessee Church
Congresswoman Jackson Lee: “This horrific act against innocent people at a place of worship leaves yet another community reeling from the heartache and devastation caused by gun violence.”
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In Support of its STEAM Educational Programming, The Health Museum to Host ‘Cheers to Your Health: STEAMPunk’ Fundraiser
On Friday, October 27, 2017, The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science invites Houstonians to celebrate and toast to its educational programming in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) at its largest fundraiser of the year, Cheers to Your Health: STEAMPunk. The Texas Medical Center member institution is Houston’s most interactive science learning center and the only Smithsonian Affiliate in the Houston Museum District, and this year celebrates its 21st anniversary as the most visited museum of its kind in the nation.
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Wells Fargo Mobile Response Unit Arrives in Houston
In response to Hurricane Harvey, Wells Fargo will deploy its Mobile Response Unit (MRU) to the Wells Fargo Bank at 4010 S. Braeswood Blvd. from Monday, Sept. 25 through Saturday, Oct. 7 to assist Houston-area customers. The MRU is a multi-functional, 75-ft. heavy-duty commercial vehicle created to assist customers impacted by a disaster. Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST 4010 S. Braeswood Blvd., Houston, TX 77025
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Filter May Be a Match for Fracking Water
Rice University scientists lead production of superhydrophilic membrane to clean fluids for reuse
A new filter produced by Rice University scientists has proven able to remove more than 90 percent of hydrocarbons, bacteria and particulates from contaminated water produced by hydraulic fracturing (fracking) operations at shale oil and gas wells.
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Houston Native Earns Coveted Title of Navy Chief Petty Officer
Navy Chief Personnel Specialist Mutiu Aderinoye, from Houston, was recently promoted to chief petty officer, an accomplishment that only one in five eligible sailors achieve each year.
