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Bobby Henry Sr. is the Recipient of the 2017 Angelo B. Henderson Community Service Award
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) announced today that Bobby Henry, publisher of the Westside Gazette in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the recipient of the 2017 Angelo B. Henderson Community Service Award.
Houston man who masterminded the hiding of 5-year-old Sierra Patino’s body sentenced to 40 years in prison
A Houston man who worked to hide the body of his girlfriend’s dead 5-year-old daughter has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.
Mayweather Boxing + Fitness Opens Location in Houston Heights
The new studio owner plans to unite the community through Floyd Mayweather’s Fitness Franchise
Mayweather Boxing + Fitness – the best-in-class group fitness experience that combines immersive training with boxing legend Floyd Mayweather’s champion techniques, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new location in Houston Heights. Located at 600 N Shepherd Dr, Mayweather Boxing + Fitness of Houston Heights recently opened on May 6th.
Rice's David Alexander earns UK honor
Space scientist named Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire
David Alexander, a Rice University professor of physics and astronomy and director of the Rice Space Institute, has been named an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his efforts to link the United States and United Kingdom in the space industry and higher education.
Second Chance Job Fair
City Council Member Dwight Boykins is pleased to announce his upcoming annual 2nd Chance Job Fair on Thursday, September 19, 2019.
Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation to Host Emerging Leaders Institute Graduation Ceremony
The Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (GHHCCF) will celebrate the accomplishments of its newest cohort of Emerging Leaders on Wednesday, August 1st. Now in its 6th year, the Emerging Leaders Institute has graduated over 200 young leaders across a variety of industries and business sectors. The graduation ceremony will take place at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas near Downtown Houston and will feature remarks from area leaders.
Prairie View A&M University Professor awarded 5.3 million grant to tackle food insecurities
The University spearheads the effort to find a cure for hunger and poverty
Prairie View A&M University answers the call to find a cure for a real-world problem: food insecurity. World Food Day at PVAMU will feature Dr. Deland J. Myers Sr. Endowed Professor of Food Systems at PV. Dr. Myers was awarded a 5.3 million dollar grant from the Texas A&M Chancellors Research Initiative to found the Integrated Food Security Research Center (IFSRC) for the purpose of establishing a center with a focused research, academic, and outreach effort to study the causes of food insecurity, the impacts of this issue, and finding ways to alleviate food insecurity in communities.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity & American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Partner to Fight Suicide
With a keen emphasis on collectively addressing suicide prevention and the mental health challenges that are a contributing factor, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) have entered into a two-year partnership. The formal signing and announcement of the partnership took place at the Dr. Moses C. Norman, Sr. Leadership Conference, which convened at Atlantis Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas, on July 13, 2023, at Noon EST.
Houston City Council At-Large #2 Candidate Danielle Keys Bess Hosts Election Night Watch Party at The Savoy
Houston City Council At-Large Position 2 Candidate Danielle Keys Bess will be hosting an Election Night Watch Party, tonight, Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 7:00pm at The Savoy, located at 4402 Emancipation Ave., in Houston’s Historic Third Ward!
Houston Health Department Encourages ‘Limiting’ Holiday Gatherings & Festivities
The Houston Health Department encourages everyone to limit in-per- son holiday gatherings to household members to slow the spread of COVID-19 and prevent another surge this winter. People who attend a holiday gathering with people who don’t live in their home need to consider avoiding non-household members for 14-days before and after the event.
Original Screwed Up Click Member Lil KeKe Releases New Summer Anthem "25 Summers" Project!
As everyone prepares for cookouts leading into Memorial Day Weekend, Legendary Screwed Up Click Member, Lil Keke has a new project celebrating being in the industry for 25 Summers. The project was released at Midnight on May 25th and features artists such as DJ Chose, Big K.R.I.T, Jack Freeman, Slim Thug, Big Pokey, Al D, Trapboy Fredy, Big Jade, Paul Wall, 8 Ball & MJG, and more.
A New SpaceX Rocket Exhibit Opens at Space Center Houston
The Falcon has landed. A flown SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket exhibit is open at Space Center Houston. The flown Falcon 9 first stage booster set outside Space Center Houston offers an intimate look at a reusable rocket used to further space exploration and America’s commercial space industry. Its next mission is underway to provide an immersive learning experience as a commercial space exhibit at Space Center Houston.
Nationally Recognized Artists to Unveil Newly Created "Turtle Soup" Mural in East End Houston
A 260-foot long concrete wall on JW Peavy Drive has been transformed by a colorful mural, “Turtle Soup,” recently commissioned by the Greater East End Management District (GEEMD). The mural was painted by world-renowned graffiti artist Pilot FX (Adam Socie) with UP Art Studio. The initial design was created by local East End artist, “Magnolia Grown” Jesse Rodriguez. The GEEMD's beautification efforts have received recognition from Keep Houston Beautiful as well as being awarded the 2017 Mayor’s Proud Partner Award.
HCC Signs 3-Year Agreement with City of Houston to Provide Firefighters with EMS Training
Houston Community College Chancellor Cesar Maldonado, Ph.D., and City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner met at HCC’s Northeast College today to sign a three-year agreement for HCC to train Houston firefighters in emergency medical services.
Broadway Veteran Among Cast in 2017 Houston Shakespeare Festival
UH-Produced Event is at Miller Outdoor Theatre July 28-Aug. 6
A Broadway star is among the cast of talented actors who will take center stage at the Miller Outdoor Theatre this year for the 43rd season of the Houston Shakespeare Festival (HSF).
Houston Native Serves Aboard Nuclear-powered Aircraft Carrier “Mighty IKE”
A Houston native is serving aboard one of the world’s largest warships, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).
City of Houston Keynote Welcome Address During Small Business Expo Houston
Small Business Expo is proud to announce, “The City of Houston Welcome Keynote Address” at the Hyatt Regency Houston (Downtown) on Thursday, October 19th from 8am-9am.
Students Benefit From David Weekley HomesSchool Supply Drive
David Weekley Homes hosted its third companywide CA+RE School Supplies Drive in 18 cities across the country. In Houston, school supplies were collected for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, a nonprofit agency that provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships to positively impact their lives.
Houston City Councilman Dwight Boykins' Letter On Enhanced Security
In lieu of recent acts of gun violence like the mass shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue and the fatal workplace shooting this September at a Rite Aid distribution center in Maryland, many people have become increasingly concerned about security at public buildings including Houston City Hall.
John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By Building Owners and Managers Association
John Whitmire announced today that the Houston Building Owners and Managers Association has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
