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New Book Proposes Universal Principles From the Bible for Solutions to America's Social and Financial Problems
On July 2, 2020 the book entitled, From Church House to Main Street, by Edward Wayne Kimbrough, involving ten years of research, was completed by the publisher. The book is based on a scientific analysis of the Holy Bible to develop Universal Principles that can bring unity to the American people and the world community.
Affinimark Receives Breakthrough Designation from FDA for Diagnostic in the Detection of Cerebral Spinal Fluid Leaks in Patients
FDA will expedite review and development of new, real-time CSF test
Affinimark Technologies, Inc. ( Affinimark), a development-stage diagnostics company dedicated to improving timely diagnosis and treatment for patients, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Designation for its review of Affinimark's proprietary Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) Test Strip, a revolutionary diagnostic strip intended for real-time detection of cerebral spinal fluid leaks. FDA Breakthrough Designation expedites the Agency's review of medical devices that can provide for more effective treatment or diagnosis of life-threatening or irreversibly debilitating diseases or conditions.
Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Four To Parks And Wildlife Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Abell, Jeff Hildebrand, and Bobby Patton to the Parks and Wildlife Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2025. Additionally, the Governor reappointed Anna Benavides Galo for a term set to expire on February 1, 2021, and named Reed Morian chair of the commission.
Deadline Extended for Public Input on Changes to Chapter 19
City Council Member Dave Martin appreciates the comments received by many District E residents, and is happy to announce that Mayor Sylvester Turner has changed the deadline for public input on changes to City of Houston Chapter 19 to Monday, March 5 at 5:00 p.m. After the proposed changes were presented to Council during a Joint Transportation, Technology, and Infrastructure/Regulation and Neighborhood Affairs Committee Meeting last Monday, February, 12, Council Member Martin provided strong feedback to Mayor Turner, demanding residents be given more time to participate in the process.
Office of Business Opportunity, KIPP Texas Begin Contractor Diversity Initiative
Representatives from the City of Houston's Office of Business Opportunity (OBO) and KIPP Texas Public Schools are working together to advance contracting opportunities for minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) in Houston and across Texas.
Congressman Al Green Delivers Billions For Small Businesses, Fair Housing & More In America Rescue Plan
On this past Wednesday, March 10, 2021, Con- gressman Al Green released the following statement after the final House passage of the American Rescue Plan:
Jackson State University Appoints Alumna Fran’Cee Brown-McClure as Vice President of Student Affairs
Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D., today announces the appointment of alumna Fran’Cee Brown-McClure, Ph.D. (’04) as the new vice president of Student Affairs, effective July 1. Associate Vice President Susan Powell, Ed.D., will assume new duties within the administration.
Here to Serve: Star-Studded Artists for Peace and Justice Gala Presented by BOVET 1822 Raises 1.1 Million Dollars in Support of Education in Haiti
Ben Stiller, Cuba Gooding Jr., Jackson Browne, Morgan Spurlock, Paul Haggis and more came together to celebrate and award cultural leaders for their lifetime of service, while raising funds for APJ's
An impressive 1.1 million dollars was raised at the annual Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ) Festival Gala, presented by BOVET 1822, held at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO). Co-chaired by Natasha Koifman and Suzanne Boyd, the event was co-hosted by an influential team, including APJ Founder, Paul Haggis, Cuba Gooding Jr., Ben Stiller, Shantelle and Yannick Bisson, George Stroumboulopoulos and Audrey Raffy, daughter of BOVET 1822 owner Pascal Raffy. The event kicked off with a surprise for guests in attendance, when APJ CEO David Belle and Haggis called on notable attendees to join them in the spirit of social justice and activism to help serve the meal. All the co-hosts jumped up from their seats and proceeded to serve the guests.
Black Workers Need "Real" Not "Fake" Paid Family Leave
When Dorcas, a home health aide living in New York, learned of her mother's illness, she used most of her vacation time to fly home and care for her. After a few weeks her leave was exhausted and tragically she could no longer afford to be with her mother in the final days of her illness. In the end, Dorcas was forced to take unpaid leave, and return to Florida, arriving just hours before her mother passed away.
Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia Introduces Bill to Require Congressional Access to ICE Detention Facilities
The Public Oversight of Detention Centers (POD) Act would provide members of Congress access to immigration detention centers within 48 hours of request
This week, Rep. Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) alongside Reps. Jason Crow (CO-06), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), and Hank Johnson (GA-04) introduced legislation to prevent the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from blocking members of Congress from access to detention centers that house immigrants and migrant children. The Public Oversight of Detention Centers (POD) Act would promote transparency and accountability by allowing members of Congress to gain access to detention facilities within 48 hours of request. The bill would provide entry to both juvenile and adult facilities. To date, there are over 200 immigration detention facilities with the detention bed number a record high of 49,000.
Houston Is the 14th Worst City to Move to if You Want to Fall in Love
For people in the dating market, the years since the COVID-19 pandemic hit have been tough.
Houston First to Open Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts
Reimagined Downtown Green Space to Transform Houston’s Theater District
Houston First Corporation (HFC) is celebrating the long-awaited Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts (LWS) at a grand opening event, Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. Participants at the celebration will include Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, philanthropist Lynn Wyatt, HFC Chairman David Mincberg, and HFC President and CEO Michael Heckman, along with other public officials and leaders from Houston’s performing arts and business community as well as project architects and designers.
New State Rankings Report Compares Charter School Laws State by State
Today, the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools released its annual ranking of state charter school laws, Measuring Up to the Model: A Ranking of State Public Charter School Laws, Eleventh Edition in conjunction with National School Choice Week. For more than a decade, this report has analyzed how well each state aligns its charter school law to the "gold standard" model law, A Model Law for Supporting the Growth of High-Quality Charter Schools: Second Edition. States are ranked by their composite score, which is based on 21 critical benchmarks like accountability, authorization, flexibility, performance-based contracts, and funding equity.
The Home Depot Announces the 2018 Retool Your School Grant Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, today announced its 2018 Retool Your School Grant Program. Now, in its ninth year, the program awards accredited Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) grants to use toward creating sustainable renovations and additions to their campuses.
Jordan Peele, Frances McDormand, Ava DuVernay, and Rob Reiner Honored at the 9th Annual African American Film Critics Awards
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA), the nation’s premiere group of Black film critics, handed out trophies to winners in several categories at its 9th annual awards gala held in Los Angeles Wednesday night. Several industry notables also received honorary awards for their outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry, as well as their commitment to civil rights, telling stories with global perspectives, breaking barriers of inclusion and more.
The Changing Demographics of Mass Incarceration
After decades of constructing a system of mass incarceration, it appears that our nation is beginning to turn the tide.
Pro Athletes to Tackle Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon
A tantalizing mix of veterans, newcomers, speed and savvy will be on display at the Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon on Sunday, as top international fields of professional athletes join 25,733 other runners in tackling the streets of the city, cheered by an estimated 250,000 spectators for the city’s largest one-day sporting event.
Four Time Hall of Fame Nominee Takeo Spikes And NFL Veteran Tutan Reyes’ Podcast, Behind The Mask, Has Become A Hit Amongst Sports Fans
NFL icon Takeo Spikes created the podcast as an expansion of his book, “Takeo Spikes Presents: Behind The Mask,” a collection of intimate short stories and photographs depicting some of the greatest linebackers to ever play in the NFL including Mike Singletary, Derrick Brooks, and the late Chuck Bednarik.
New York's Newest Film Festival, The Outdoor Film Festival, Launches
The acclaimed NYC urban arts incubator Hi-ARTS partners with George Washington Houses’ 1809 Resident Watch for the Outdoor Film Festival
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Hosts Community Appreciation Event
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) today hosted a Community Appreciation Event with a number of notable guests including Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, Mazda Motor Corporation CEO Akira Marumoto and Toyota Motor Corporation CEO Akio Toyoda, as well as dozens of elected and community leaders and Team ONE* partner companies who contributed to the successful start of MTM.
