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Jargon Banned: Symposium to Present Houston’s Latest HIV Research in Way Everyone Can Understand
Houston experts will present the latest local HIV research findings in an easy-to-understand format at a free symposium targeting community leaders, organizations, health professionals, planning groups and the general public.
Houston Fire and Police Departments $14M Over Budget Before Hosting World Series
A quick walk around Minute Maid Park tells you security and emergency response is paramount this week. And in the city's emergency operations center, the dozens of cameras pointed downtown only emphasize that point. As Houston police told Eyewitness News, the Houston Fire Department they too are ready to go with extra staff and gear.
Tom Steyer to Appear at Town Hall in Houston this Monday
Presidential Candidate Tom Steyer will host a Town Hall in Houston this Monday, March 2, 2020 at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum featuring introductions from local leaders and activists and catered by locally owned business, The Breakfast Klub.
East End Houston Business Leaders Unite to Provide Support to USO Troops
Large Donation of Hand Sanitizers and Face Masks to Fight COVID-19
The Houston East End Chamber of Commerce will hold a press conference to announce and present the donation of a large number of hand sanitizers and face masks for 2,000 USO troops, who are stationed across three highly populated areas of Louisiana and Texas.
Out of this World Series Party on the Plaza at Avenida Houston
Events will celebrate the Astros’ World Series run
Fans that don’t have a ticket to the games can still take part in the action and celebrate the Astros on the Plaza at Avenida Houston—Just one block from Minute Maid Park.
Statement by Senator Borris L. Miles on the Announced ICE Raids
"I am disheartened and dismayed of the reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials will be conducting large-scale immigration raids in Houston this weekend. These raids only serve as propaganda and fear-mongering and divert attention from the humanitarian crisis at the Texas border caused by the federal government.
El Dorado Boulevard Widening Open Comment Period
Houston City Council Member Dave Martin and the City of Houston Public Works and Engineering Department (PWE) hosted a public input meeting on November 29, 2017 to discuss proposed alignment options and gather input from the surrounding communities for the El Dorado Boulevard Widening Project. The scope of work includes the expansion of the current two lane roadway to four lanes on El Dorado Boulevard, from Clear Lake City Boulevard to Horsepen Bayou.
Houston Ebony Opera Guild Presents 27th Annual African American Music Gala
Concert to feature rarely heard works by W.C. Handy and other Black composers
For 27 consecutive years, the Houston Ebony Opera Guild Chorus has presented its ANNUAL AFRICAN MUSIC GALA: A CONCERT OF WORKS BY BLACK COMPOSERS.
Council Member Amanda Edwards and Commissioner Rodney Ellis to Empower Houston Senior Citizens to "Be the Solution" at Town Hall Discusssion
“Be The Solution: Senior Citizens Town Hall” will empower Houston senior citizens with a dialogue about the issues that impact their neighborhoods and lives. The Town Hall event will provide seniors with a forum to let their voices be heard, get their questions answered about the issues impacting their neighborhoods, and empower them to “be the solution” in their communities.
Congressman Al Green Celebrates 20th Anniversary of NRG Park
On Wednesday, October 19, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Houston-Based R&B Artist Partners With The Greasy Spoon To Provide Free Dinner To The Community Next Wednesday!
Lah Pat is a Houston-Based R&B Artist that is originally from New Orleans but moved to Houston after Hurricane Katrina. After a rough childhood, he found love and new beginnings in music. In 2022, his song "Rodeo" went viral on tic tok and landed him a record deal with 300 Entertainment. Summer 2023, Rodeo reached the Billboard Top 40. His new single, Kamikaze is making necessary strides to becoming a Billboard chart-topping song.
Taraji P. Henson's Foundation Expand Pioneering Mental Health Services to 2nd HBCU
In a continued effort to destigmatize mental health conversations within the Black community, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) and kate spade new york are proudly extending their groundbreaking "She Care Wellness Pods" initiative to Hampton University. This Fall, they are set to bring culturally competent mental wellness services to more than 25,000 Black women on historically Black college and university (HBCU) campuses.
2023 ESSENCE Fashion HouseTM & Best in Black Fashion Awards Returns with “The Garment” Celebrating Black Designers Sergio Hudson, Brandice Daniel & More
Essence Communications Inc. announces the highly anticipated return of ESSENCE Fashion HouseTM and the annual Best in Black Fashion Awards, during New York Fashion Week (NYFW) from September 7-8, 2023 hosted by TV personality & actress Chasity Saunders.
Houston Municipal Courts Department Creates a New Safe Harbor Court to Assist Houstonians with Inability to Pay Court Fines and Fees
In alignment with Mayor Turner’s Complete Communities Plan to create a more equitable and prosperous city for all Houstonians, the Houston Municipal Courts Department (MCD) will unveil its new Safe Harbor Court to assist citizens who are having financial hardships and medical issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Community Health Fair at Brightwood College in Houston
Brightwood College campuses in Houston and Friendswood will each host a Community Health Fair at its campus on Wednesday, June 20 and Thursday, June 21 respectively. The events will each be free and open to the public and will feature refreshments, a variety of health-related checks and activities for all ages. Additionally, attendees 18 and older can enter to win a pair of Jabra Elite 65t True Wireless Earbuds headphones in addition to other prizes.
38,300 Shoebox Gifts Collected by the Greater Houston Area
Volunteers from the greater Houston area are celebrating the collection of 38,300 gift-filled shoeboxes that will remind children around the world they are loved and not forgotten.
Soul Of A Nation: Art In The Age of Black Power New Exhibition At The Museum For Fine Arts
Exhibition Runs Through August 30th
Beginning today, Saturday, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, presents Soul of a Nation: Art in the Age of Black Power, featuring work by more than 60 Black artists and exploring what it meant to be a Black artist in America during two revolutionary decades, from the 1960s to the early 1980s. In thematic sections, Soul of a Nation showcases artists from across the United States, with an emphasis on groups in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles; a special focus on artist Betye Saar; and a dedicated section on Houston artists.
Houston City Council Approves Mayor Turners Proposed 2021 Budget
Budget Avoids Furloughs and Funds Police & Fire Cadet Classes
After six hours of discussion and consideration of several proposed amendments, the Houston City Council today approved Mayor Syl- vester Turner’s proposed $5.1 billion operating budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1.
Turkey Leg Hut Helping Federal Workers Recover from Shutdown with Free Turkey Legs this Week
The Turkey Leg Hut on Almeda Road is extending a helping hand this week to federal workers in the Houston area who’ve suffered through the recent 35-day government shutdown.
Johnny Dang & Co. + De La Fortunate Worldwide to Launch Luxury Apparel Boutique in the Heart of Houston
World renowned celebrity jeweler Johnny Dang has partnered with high end apparel + consignment shop created by United States Army Veteran, Dee Evans to launch De La Fortunate worldwide on the second level of the Texas landmark, Dang & Co. Jewelry located at 6224 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77057 on Saturday January 20, 2018 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm, the pair will be opening the doors for the city of Houston to experience the culture of De La Fortunate Worldwide along with an afternoon of curated live music, live art, guest appearances, give-a-ways, and complimentary cocktails + Hors D’oeuvre.
