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Family Houston and HP Create Partnership
On Saturday, June 2, 2018 HP will lead a workshop from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at Family Houston on retirement savings and investments, as well as provide tips and information on individual and business taxes. Registration and light breakfast begin at 9:00 am.
Houston Health Department Supports Plan to Reduce Nicotine in Cigarettes
The Houston Health Department supports the Federal Drug Administration’s plan to lower the level of nicotine in cigarettes. The change could save millions of lives by reducing the addictiveness of the deadly habit.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Expresses Outrage at the Uptick in Violence against Chinese Americans and Pleads for the President to Cease and Desist from Calling the Coronavirus the Chinese Virus
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee made the following statement in support of and out of concern for the Chinese American community.
Homeschool Pottery Class To Begin
A homeschool teen pottery class will begin Tuesday, Sept. 11, and will run 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Tuesday through May.
Houston Astros Statement About Recent Comments
The Houston Astros released the following statements from Assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman and Owner and Chaiman Jim Crane:
Rihanna Suing Father for Illegally Profiting From Fenty Trademark
After making several attempts to handle the matter privately, Rihanna has filed a lawsuit against her father, Ronald Fenty, for continuing to fraudulently profit from her trademarked Fenty brand. TMZ reports the Caribbean singer has filed a lawsuit claiming her father started a talent development company in 2017 called Fenty Entertainment, a violation of her trademark rights.
Comcast Bring ‘Scenes; to Xfinity Home
Comcast is broadening the capabilities of its Xfinity Home platform with “Scenes,” a feature that enables users to string together a set of rules and routines for when they are waking up, leaving or returning home, or heading to bed for the night. Comcast is setting that up with a rules engine that lets customers set, adjust and coordinate connected devices, such as smart lighting, cameras and security systems, for several specific events, including: "Good morning;" "Leaving;" "Returning home;" and "Good night.”
FASHION: Solange Knowles Partners With Calvin Klein for New Ad Campaign
Solange and several of her musical friends are starring in a new advertising campaign for Calvin Klein. Sporting a denim Trucker jacket and high-waisted jeans, the singer appears in one of the images with fellow musicians Dev Hynes, Kelela, Chairlift’s Caroline Polachek and Kindness’ Adam Bainbridge for the photo shoot.
A Special Buy Black Friday: 9 Black Women-Owned Businesses To Patronize On Black Friday
If you’re doing that Black Friday thing, consider supporting these and other black-owned businesses with your dollars!
Now that the holidays are upon us, it’s time to go shopping. While we may swear that we’re going to spend less money this year–on ourselves and others– that rarely happens.
Statement: Supreme Court Decision on Roe v. Wade
Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement from Governor Phil Bryant, Senior Advisor for AFPI:
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis Praises Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson as Jurist who will Help Return Hard-Won Constitutional Freedoms
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Thursday applauded the history-making swearing-in of Ketanji Brown Jackson as the 116th U.S. Supreme Court justice and the first Black woman to serve on the nation’s highest court.
Mayor Turner's Statement On the Death of a Political Icon
"Frances "Sissy" Farenthold's life was an inspiration to women, people of color, and the powerless. She came from a privileged upbringing but possessed a sincere desire and ability to connect with Texans from all walks of life. Sissy believed that every person deserved to be treated fairly regardless of where they were born, their gender, or the color of their skin.
Celebrate Freedom Presented By Juneteenth Houston
Join us Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Emancipation Park for “Celebrate Freedom”. This event brings together 7 historic Black communities in Houston to celebrate the richness of our Culture, pay homage to the pioneers of Juneteenth, and experience Jubilee in a way that is uniquely our own.
TWC Awards Training Grants to Workforce Solutions Cameron in Collaboration with Local Partners
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) presented two grants totaling $300,000 to Workforce Solutions Cameron County. The grants—a $150,000 Texas Industry Partnership (TIP) grant and a $150,000 High Demand Job Training (HDJT) grant —will be used to prepare Texas workers for long-term, high-demand careers.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire, City Controller Chris Hollins Mark First Visit in New Term
Today, Mayor Whitmire visited with City Controller Chris Hollins to begin a dialogue on how the Administration and the Controller’s Office can best work together to serve Houstonians while addressing the City’s looming fiscal challenges.
MLK invoked as Tyre Nichols' life is celebrated in Memphis
Mourners, from Vice President Kamala Harris to the activist the Rev. Al Sharpton, on Wednesday celebrated the life of Tyre Nichols, whose death at the hands of police in Memphis led to second-degree murder charges against five officers.
An Illinois Dad Gives Son (a Heart Transplant Recipient) One of His Kidneys: Father’s Day Will Be Extra Special This Year
June is a month full of family and fun, especially on the third weekend when families gather to celebrate dads. Father’s Day has become a very special holiday for the De La Cruz family of DeKalb, Illinois. Their prayers were answered when their son, Ricky, received a life-saving heart transplant from an unknown donor and then experienced another miracle nearly two years later when Ricky received a kidney, and a second chance at life, from his dad.
Today on News One Now: Remembering Comedian, Author, and Activist Dick Gregory - "A Man Who Absolutely Believed In Black Media"
Today on News One Now, host and managing editor Roland Martin spoke with founder and chairperson of Radio One, Inc. Cathy Hughes, Reverend Jesse Jackson, and Ambassador Andrew Young about the life of comedian, author, and activist Dick Gregory. Gregory died on Saturday at the age of 84. Martin called Gregory “a man who absolutely believed in black media,” which Hughes agreed with.
Parks Soccer for Success Program Receives $175,000 U.S. Soccer Foundation Grant
1,500 Youth to Benefit from Youth Development Program
The U.S. Soccer Foundation (The Foundation) recently awarded a $175,000 grant to the Houston Parks and Recreation Department’s Soccer for Success program. Funds will be used to provide field equipment and player kits to 1,500 participants and provide for instruction and implementation of the program. The program is available to youth ages 6 – 14 at 24 school and park sites and one Boys and Girls Club location.
Boy Turns Grief For Dad Into Service For Others
Six-year-old Oscar Payton Jr. is learning to live without his father and showing us all what it means to "Stand for Houston."
