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2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing Kicks Off in Exciting Fashion

The first day of competition at the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing was filled with impressive upsets and jaw-dropping knockdowns. The stage is set for some interesting matchups tomorrow; here’s how those boxers made their way to the next round.

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Super Bowl LII: Philadelphia Eagles vs New England Patriots

Two teams. One game. It all comes down to this. On Sunday, February 4, the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots will meet in Super Bowl LII (6:30 PM ET, NBC) at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minnesota.

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Rep. Ron Reynolds' County Bills Progress Towards Passage

Rep. Ron Reynolds released the following statement today regarding his county bills that were unanimously passed through the Texas House:

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee applauds the groundbreaking at the MLK, Jr. Plaza for the addition of iconic leaders Nelson Mandela, ROSA PARKS, and Barbara Jordan

“April 4th is the 49th Commemoration of the Assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - a man who lived his entire life for peace and justice. And now we add more of those who fought for justice”

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Meet The New Kid On ‘Sesame Street’: Julia, A Muppet With Autism

Big Bird learns that his new friend does things a bit differently, and that’s OK.

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Houston Native Serves with the U.S. Navy Half a World Away

A Houston native and 2013 Summer Creek High School graduate is serving in Japan in the U.S. Navy aboard USS Germantown.

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Governor Abbott Announces $4.6 Million Supplemental Grant For Texas Child Advocacy Centers

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that his Criminal Justice Division has awarded a supplemental grant of $4.6 million to Child Advocacy Centers of Texas. This grant is in addition to a current grant of $56.3 million awarded to the organization in October 2016. This supplemental grant will allow for a more aggressive effort to address gaps in services to child abuse victims in Texas.

Main Street Theater, Stages Repertory Theatre, and Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company Present Quiara Alegría Hudes’ Elliot Trilogy in February/March 2020

Main Street Theater, Stages Repertory Theatre, and Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company, in connection with Sin Muros: A Latinx Theater Festival at Stages, present Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Quiara Alegría Hudes’ Elliot Trilogy. While all are stand-alone plays, they follow the story of Elliot and his mother across the wars in which they served and through their lives as they strive for peace and connection.

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Chicago Deposits $20 Million into Illinois Service Federal and Loan Association, the City’s Last Black-Owned Bank

The Illinois Service Federal and Loan Association (ISF) is the last black-owned bank in Chicago. According to CBS Chicago, Kurt Summers, the city’s treasurer, has decided to make a momentous investment in the bank. Summers announced Monday that the city will be depositing $20 million into the black-owned institution.

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John Legend Reveals Bigger Love Cover & Track List Out June 19

EGOT winner John Legend has revealed the cover and track list to his new album BIGGER LOVE which will release June 19 via Columbia Records.

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Support Black Owned Business: New Rendezvous Date App

Rendezvous Date is a new dating service with the goal of bringing matches together in-person sooner than later.* (Since the outbreak of Covid-19, Rendezvous is installing a video service w/in the App that is going live soon.) Rendezvous is for singles who are serious about a relationship and fed up with ghosting, catfishing and penpals. Founder Jason Paul created Rendezvous after one to many frustrating online dating experiences and incorporated features into his app he wished he’d seen in others. What sets Rendezvous apart?

Texas A&M-Texarkana expert fights ignorance about coronavirus

Dr. Benjamin Neuman answers questions from journalists – and children – from around the world

The coronavirus behind the current pandemic is scary, but ignorance about it is even scarier.

Tristan Helm brings focus to what beauty really is — a state of mind — and how all should present their attitudes and character

‘After Midnight: Finding Your Inner Beauty’ released

Tristan Helm dealt with low self-esteem for a great number of years and was trying to identify with who he was and who he wanted to be. He was raised in a variety of different cultures and backgrounds and always looked up to many other people while struggling to care about himself. However, he was able to learn more about himself and became satisfied with where he is and who he was as he tries to improve himself. His passion to help people see their true worth and overcome their obstacles inspired him to write “After Midnight: Finding Your Inner Beauty” (published by WestBow Press).

Congressman Al Green Joined State Rep. Ron Reynolds and Bishop Destry Bell for Church Food Distribution

On Saturday, April 25, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined State Representative Ron Reynolds and Bishop Destry C. Bell, Sr. of the Christ Temple of Deliverance to distribute food to 500 families. Congressman Green released the following statement:

Black Women for Positive Change Endorses Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings for U.S. Congress

"It is with great pleasure that Black Women for Positive Change endorses Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings for election to the 7th U.S. Congressional District, in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Yolanda Adams, Michelle Williams, Brian Courtney Wilson, Ruben Studdard, Coko of SWV, Syleena Johnson, Major. and more

Music Endeavor Was A Selfless Birthday Gift to Inspire & Encourage Virtual Connection During The Pandemic

TV Host & Pop Culture Commentator Jawn Murray has assembled an all-start list of R&B, Gospel & Jazz singers for an inspiring virtual collaboration remaking the classic 'Dionne Warwick & Friends' song, "That's What Friends Are For."

Book gives mining industry personnel options and solutions on how to mine dirt efficiently

R.A. Martin announces the release of ‘Back to Basics: How to Move Dirt Efficiently’

R. A. Martin has spent all his life working for contract mining and owner-operated mining businesses around the world. He has gained a wealth of skills and a broad knowledge base from every new job that he has worked on. The work has led him to write a series of books for the mining industry and equipment operators to make their job easier and to allow them to become proficient in the mining industry. One of these books is “Back to Basics: How to Move Dirt Efficiently” (published by Xlibris AU).

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Texan Whitney Mercilus throws Back to school bash

Returning 2 Learning at Lawson Middle School

Houston Texans Whitney Mercilus is returning to the field this season showing NO MERCI, and off the field he is assisting Houston Independent School District students as they are RETURNING 2 LEARNING. Mercilus is working through his foundation, The WithMerci Foundation, to provide underserved children with FREE haircuts, hair styles, schools supplies and vouchers for school clothes.

Platinum Singer Ginuwine Hosts Men Against Domestic Violence Concert This Saturday

“The Ultimate Ladies Night Out Starring Christopher Williams”

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 94-99% of domestic violence survivors experience economic abuse. This is when an abuser controls or limits the access to shared or individual assets. By isolating the victim financially, this creates a forced dependency for the victim and other family members.