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713 Motoring Helps At-Risk Youth Get Work

In preparation for their 20-year anniversary, Houston’s leading Automotive Customization Shop– 713 Motoring, partnered with GM Motors and Houston-Based Film/Creative Company IYO Agency, to mentor and provide opportunities within the automotive space for young inner-city males that are experiencing tough times. Through the Automotive Customization Skills Trade Program, the young men learned the ins and out of the automotive industry and participated in hands-on experience restoring a vintage Box Chevy, which they revealed to the public, friends, and family during the 713 Motoring 20-year anniversary celebration over Memorial Day Weekend at the lavish Astorian.

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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Re-Elects Deborah Catchings-Smith to Second Term as International President

Based on her campaign platform to remain focused with 20/20 vision, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s grand chapter of delegates re-elected Deborah Catchings-Smith to a second two-year term as international president during the organization’s national convention (boule) in Dallas earlier this month. Catchings-Smith was installed along with seven national officers, including First Vice President Rasheeda Liberty, who was also re-elected to a second term.

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BLACK LOVE Returns For 5th Season: Friday, May 14 • 9PM

This Season Celebrates Prominent Couples in the Black Community -- Keith David and Wife Dionne, Chance and Tabitha Brown, Ja- son Bolden and Adair Curtis, Kenny Lattimore and Faith Jenkins, Ledisi and

Oprah Winfrey Network announced this week the fifth season of its popular and ground-breaking four-time NAACP nominated docu-se- ries “Black Love” will premiere on Friday, May 14 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. “Black Love” makes its return to Friday nights where it will join OWN’s dating series “Ready to Love.” During its previous run on Fridays, the series which celebrates love stories from the Black community, was ranked #1 in its time slot across all cable with African American W25-54.

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Texas Southern University's KTSU 90.9 FM Debuts #OneVoice

The new show will blend generational voice as they tackle contemporary issues facing the urban community

With the recent racial unrest in our country, now more than ever before, our voices are needed to highlight the social ills plaguing the Black community. That’s why Texas Southern University’s community radio station KTSU, The Choice 90.9 is proud to debut #ONEVOICE, a new talk radio show that is designed to educate, empower and engage the Black community and its allies.

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Texas Southern University's KTSU 90.9 FM Debuts #OneVoice

The new show will blend generational voice as they tackle contemporary issues facing the urban community

With the recent racial unrest in our country, now more than ever before, our voices are needed to highlight the social ills plaguing the Black community. That’s why Texas Southern University’s community radio station KTSU, The Choice 90.9 is proud to debut #ONEVOICE, a new talk radio show that is designed to educate, empower and engage the Black community and its allies.

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The Congressional Black Caucus Political Education and Leadership Institute Names Scholarship in Honor of Charleston Nine's Rev. Clementa C. Pinckney

Last week the Congressional Black Caucus Political Education and Leadership Institute (“The Institute”) honored the memory and legacy of one of the “Charleston Nine,” The Honorable Reverend Clementa C. Pinckney. The Institute established the annual “Reverend Clementa C. Pinckney Legacy Builder Scholarship” for their Political Leadership Training “Boot Camp.” This historic scholarship was announced in Charleston, SC with Reverend Pinckney’s wife Jennifer and daughters Eliana and Malana in attendance.

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AFT Leaders on Proposed Deal to End West Virginia Teacher Strike

AFT President Randi Weingarten and AFT-West Virginia President Christine Campbell issued a statement on the proposed deal to end the West Virginia teachers strike. While it’s not over we expect the deal to pass.

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How COVID-19 is Changing Elder Care, Senior Housing and In-Home Caregiving in Houston

The threat of COVID-19 in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is changing the way seniors, and their families, approach where and how they receive care.

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Ropin' in the Fun: CASE for Kids Celebrate Partners at End-of-Year Event

The CASE for Kids team was all smiles at the division’s end-of-year celebration to recognize out-of-school-time partners and afterschool staff at various CASE-funded sites.

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City Exploring New Downtown Option for Homeless People

The City of Houston, along with METRO and the Houston Recovery Center, is studying the feasibility of converting a downtown segment of METRO property into a small, temporary, outdoor, safe-space for homeless individuals.

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Ayesha Curry Bringing New Restaurant to Houston in 2018

Come 2018, Houston will be home to a new restaurant owned by Ayesha Curry. The NBA wife, who has a growing resume, already has business deals with Cover Girl and Food Network.

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Alto Shares the Most Popular Spots in Houston to Watch Sports

With football season here, ridesharing app Alto, can share data on the most requested sports bars/establishments for game days in Houston.

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Longtime HISD Trustee Manuel Rodriguez, Jr. Dies

Long-serving HISD Trustee Manuel Rodriguez, Jr. passed away Wednesday morning from a massive heart attack, according to an announcement at City Hall. Rodriguez was first elected to the HISD board of trustees more than ten years ago in 2003. He represented HISD District Three, which covers the southeast part of the Houston and includes Chavez and Milby high schools

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Houston Real Estate Market Breaks Records

Houston’s housing market shattered records in 2018, despite lingering effects from Hurricane Harvey and concerns that began late in the year over rising interest rates.

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Houston Ranked No. 2 As Most Stressed City In Texas

It's not hard to fathom that Houston was ranked No. 2 as one of the most stressed cities in Texas if you ever drove through its traffic. BabylonHealth released its list after analyzing Twitter content to find out where people are most likely tweet about stress, anxiety and frustration.

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Houston BCycle Rides Will Be Free During Astros' Upcoming Homestand

Houston BCycle will offer free rides from each of its 72 stations throughout the Astros' upcoming ALCS homestand, which stretches from Tuesday, October 16th, through Thursday, October 18th.

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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 8400 South Sam Houston Parkway East

Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 8400 South Sam Houston Parkway East about noon on Saturday (Jan. 6).

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Islamic Relief USA to Donate $50,000 for Hurricane Harvey Recovery Projects

Islamic Relief USA will present Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner a large $50,000 check for the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund during a press conference at the office of Mayor Sylvester Turner on Thursday, January 18.

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City Of Houston Shows Solidarity With The People Of Pakistan After Devastating Flooding

City Hall Lights Honor Victims And Local Pakistani Community

As a sign of solidarity with the Houston area Pakistani community, Mayor Sylvester Turner this evening authorized the lights of City Hall to shine green and white in honor of the victims of the devastating monsoon rains and floods in Pakistan. (see photos below).

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Houston Symphony presents Disney’s Fantasia on Nov. 25-27

On November 25-27, Houston Symphony presents Disney’s Fantasia, a classic that has captivated families for generations. At Jones Hall, gorgeous animation fills the big screen as the Houston Symphony brings the soundtrack to life, including favorites like Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, Pomp and Circumstance, Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, and, of course, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.