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Beat the Heat at Chuck E. Cheese Now with More Play Time and More Music All Summer Long

Chuck E. Cheese Upgrades New Summer Fun Pass, Announces Hot Summer Nights Dance Parties in partnership with KIDZ BOP

Chuck E. Cheese, the number one family entertainment fun center, is leveling-up its Summer of Fun celebration to deliver fans the ultimate summer playcation experience. Starting June 27 through August 28, fans can now expect DOUBLE the play time with an upgraded Summer Fun Pass and cool entertainment for Hot Summer Nights in July.

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Houston native serves aboard U.S. Navy’s East Coast Master Jet Base

Airman Hunter Fahy, a native of Houston, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Air Station Oceana. Fahy joined the Navy two years ago. “I come from a military family, so I grew up wanting to serve my country,” said Fahy. “My dad, grandpa, great grandpa, uncles and cousins have all served. I wanted to do my part to protect and defend our nation as well."

Urban One, Inc. Founder Cathy Hughes Inducted Into the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame

Hughes Joins Fellow Crown Jewel of Excellence Black Music Month Class of 2022 Inductees Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff, Robert Smith, RUN DMC, T.D. Jakes, The Clark Sisters, NAS, Angela Bassett, Patti LaBelle and Prince.

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Cynthia Bailey Says Fibroids Left Her in a ‘Dark Place’

It’s been a decade since former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Cynthia Bailey got treatment for her fibroids, but she still remembers how they impacted so many aspects of her life, both mentally and physically, causing her to feel like a “disaster”.

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South Texas College of Law Houston to Honor Three Exceptional Alumni at 2021 Alumni Association Annual Luncheon

South Texas College of Law Houston (STCL Houston) will honor three exceptional graduates Sept. 28 at its 2021 Alumni Association Annual Luncheon at Hotel ZaZa-Houston Museum District.

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Houston Mayoral Race Appears Headed for a Runoff

Whitmire, Jackson Lee in a Dead Heat for Mayor, Yet Whitmire Leads in Runoff

Less than two weeks before the start of early voting, the top two candidates vying to become Houston’s next mayor are locked in a virtual tie, with John Whitmire and Sheila Jackson Lee each drawing support from about one-third of likely voters.

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Million-Dollar-Plus Nails of America First Colony Sugar Land Location To Debut on Sunday, July 23 in Sweetwater Plaza

Opening Day to Feature Traditional Vietnamese Lion Dance at 10:00 AM and 30% Off All Services

Greater Houston’s newest Nails of America location is debuting on July 23 at 4777 Sweetwater Blvd. in Sugar Land, bringing the footprint of locally-based parent Nails of America | Milano Nail Spa to nearly 70 locations. The Sugar Land unveiling marks another milestone in an unprecedented year of growth for the company and follows openings this month that include Milano Nail Spa Galleria and Milano Nail Spa Flower Mound (DFW), the first expansion unit outside of Houston. An acclaimed staff with an unwavering commitment to excellence now exceeds 1,000 companywide – a figure that represents mostly first and second-generation Americans.

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DNC Chair Jaime Harrison documentary to premiere on WORLD and to stream

Charlamagne tha God-executive produced film on DNC Chair Jaime Harrison’s historic Senate run kicks off season 8 of WORLD original series during Black History Month

WORLD launches season 8 of its award-winning documentary series Local, USA this Black History Month with In the Bubble with Jaime, a personal and political portrait of Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Jaime Harrison. Executive produced by Charlamagne tha God and directed by award-winning filmmaker Emily Harrold (While I Breathe, I Hope), the film brings viewers behind the scenes of the daring 2020 Senate campaign of Harrison, a Black man, against long-time U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham in the deep red state of South Carolina.

Biden’s Infrastructure Plan Will Set Aside About $35 Billion for Texas Projects

The White House estimates that Texas will receive about $35.44 billion over five years for roads, bridges, pipes, ports, broadband access and other projects after federal lawmakers passed a long-anticipated national infrastructure bill on Friday.

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Donato Cabrera Guest Conducts the Houston Symphony in Fiesta Sinfónica on October 13, 2023

Mexican-American conductor Donato Cabrera will guest conduct the Houston Symphony on Friday October 13, 2023 at 7:30pm at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts (615 Louisiana Street). Cabrera joins the Houston Symphony for its annual Fiesta Sinfónica, a free performance that dates back to 1992, celebrating the musical contributions of Latin American and Hispanic composers. The program for this special performance includes Márquez’s Conga del Fuego Nuevo, Rosas’ Sobre las Olas (Over the Waves), Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, Contreras’ MeChicano (Texas premiere), the third movement from Orbón’s Tres versiones, and Bernstein’s “Symphonic Dances” from West Side Story. Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Martinez is the soloist for Rhapsody in Blue, which will celebrate its centennial anniversary in 2024.

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$111,500 Grant Funding Open to Texas’ Food & Beverage Trailblazers for Culinary Innovation & Community Giveback Projects

Grant Applications Accepted Beginning October 1 Texas Food & Wine Alliance Marks $532,500 in Grants Given in 10th Anniversary Year

The Texas Food & Wine Alliance (TFWA) announced today that $111,500 in grants will be awarded this year to support culinary innovation and community giveback projects in Texas. Now in its 10th year of giving, the unique grant program has provided $532,500 in funding to the state’s chefs, artisan producers, culinary nonprofits and businesses with innovative projects that support the community.

Sunnyside Double Murder: Former Death Row Inmate Receives New Death Sentence

Daryl Wheatfall, 57, once on death row for the brutal 1990 double murder, faces a new death sentence by a Harris County Jury, deeming him an ongoing threat despite his age, reveals District Attorney Kim Ogg.

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Hurricane Harvey Updates

We have been following the Hurricane closely as I am sure you have. Please stay in your homes and avoid travel. The roads are extremely dangerous and life-threatening.

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CNN: McConnell to delay the vote on health care bill until after July 4 recess

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell will delay the vote on the Republican leadership's health care bill until after the July 4 recess, two sources told CNN.

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Women’s Health: Supporting Community-Based Efforts to Help Families Eat Healthy Food

May is Women’s Health Month and it's never too early or late to make healthy changes so you look and feel your best! You can take control of your health and help others in your family too!

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Theatre Under The Stars Seeks Local Houston Talent with Auditions for PIPPIN

Houston, TX - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) will hold auditions in Houston on April 28th and 29th for the upcoming production of PIPPIN, slated to run at the Miller Outdoor Theatre this summer.

Dr. Ian Smith, Nancy Grace, Lecrae, Melody Thomas Scott, Kym Whitley, and More Featured This September "Money Making Conversations" on the Hit Podcast Hosted by Rushion McDonald

Two-time EMMY® and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television producer, social media influencer, entrepreneur, and branding guru Rushion McDonald brings together a scintillating lineup of guests this September on his popular podcast and syndicated radio show "Money Making Conversations." Creating an inspiring slate of talent with vital insights to learn, earn, grow and pursue your passions to building success and work-life wellness, as well as staying safe and healthy during these challenging times, McDonald's range of guests feature beloved actors and entertainers, multi-million dollar entrepreneurs, inspiring speakers, financial gurus and more. "Money Making Conversations" hosted by Rushion McDonald is available on www.MoneyMakingConversations.com and across digital platforms, satellite networks and syndicated radio including: Spotify, iHeartRadio podcast, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spreaker, Stitcher, Alexa, SiriusXM Satellite Radio Channels 141 on Howard University's Campus, and 142 on HBCU Campuses, and multiple stations across the U.S in Michigan, Georgia, Louisiana, Texas, California, Iowa, Virginia, Alabama, North Carolina and South Carolina, among other states.

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As the National Museum of African American History and Culture Turns One, Director Lonnie Bunch Looks Back

Since Ruth Odom Bonner joined President Barack Obama in ringing the bell to open the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture last year, more than 2.5 million people have visited the site.”What’s been so moving is that it’s clear after a year, the museum has already become a pilgrimage site,” says Director Lonnie Bunch, who began the “great adventure” of opening the museum in 2005.

Missouri Ranked #1 for Black Homicide Victimization

95 Percent of Black Homicide Victims in Missouri were Killed with Guns

For the fourth year in a row, Missouri has the highest black homicide victimization rate in the nation with a rate of 57.30 per 100,000 — nearly triple the national black homicide victimization rate and 11 times the overall homicide rate nationwide — according to a new analysis by the Violence Policy Center (VPC).

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Commemorates the 49th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing

Jackson Lee— “I believe space exploration remains part of our national destiny, and I am working in Congress to ensure that the future of NASA is one of continued progress. Today is a reminder that space exploration and research done at NASA will inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, and will provide the technological advances needed to keep America’s economy strong.”