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Commissioner Ellis Responds To Houston Port Authority’s Disparity Numbers for M/WBE’s
Port Of Houston 2020 Budget – $425 Million and 0.09% To Black Firms
Today, the Houston Port Authority released the results of a disparity study looking at the access that minority and women-owned businesses have to the Port Authority’s contracting dollars. In response, County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, who championed Harris County’s disparity study, and advocated for the Port Authority to complete a study as well, issued the following statement:
The Pilot Dance Project in Partnership with Mystic Lyon Presents: A Conversation with Brother(hood) Dance
The Pilot Dance Project and Mystic Lyon are pleased to present a discussion on contemporary black dance with an intimate reception to follow for Brooklyn-based artists Brother(hood) Dance. This event will take place on Saturday, April 13 at 7pm at Mystic Lyon in the historic Fifth Ward at 5007 Lyons Avenue, Houston, TX 77020.
TSU, HGAC to Begin New Transportation Internship Program
Texas Southern University (TSU) and the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) have partnered to facilitate an internship program for TSU transportation studies students. A memorandum of understanding was signed in March.
Renovation Pros Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin Return to HGTV In New Series 'Two Steps Home'
In a new eight-episode limited series, home renovation and real-estate experts Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, best known for their earlier HGTV series Going for Sold, guide clients through the daun
In their new HGTV series Two Steps Home, Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, hosts of the earlier HGTV series Going for Sold, take a two-step approach as they help clients through the challenging process of selling their home and buying a new one that perfectly fits their needs.
Mostyn Law Commissions Artwork Saluting Vice President Kamala Harris
Paintings by local artists to be awarded in a consumer giveaway with Majic 102
Amber Mostyn and Mostyn Law have commissioned original works from a number of local artists, inviting them to share their personal interpretations of the image of Vice President Kamala Harris. These works, created by Linda Simien Kelly, Rico Edwards and Kaima Marie, among others, will be awarded in an online consumer sweepstakes with Majic 102 (KMJQ-FM/Houston), in support of Mostyn Law’s 1-800-TRUCKWRECK initiatives.
Mayor Sylvester Turner named honorary chair of "FestEve! A Night for the Arts"
September event at Glasscock School of Continuing Studies honors outstanding arts contributors
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will serve as the honorary chair of the Community Artists’ Collective’s “FestEve! A Night for the Arts” Saturday, September 14, at the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies, Rice University.
Houston Hiring Freeze, County Tax Revenue Drops, Houston Symphony Strives for More Diversity, And More
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has frozen hiring and promotions across city government. The Mayor instructed department directors seeking “critical” hires to meet with him or his staff in person.
Delta Sigma Theta Gift Creates $301,000 Endowed Scholarship at Texas Southern University
TSU Alumna Anna Pearl Barrett’s bequest to the Houston Alumnae Chapter matched by the university
More Texas Southern University students will experience the enrichment of studying abroad because of TSU Alumna Anna Pearl Barrett and the Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Professor and Poet Elizabeth Alexander Named President of Mellon Foundation
Elizabeth Alexander, whose memoir was a finalist in 2016 for the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award and who wrote and recited an original poem at Barack Obama’s 2009 inaugural, will be the next president of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the country’s largest humanities philanthropy.
Houston Public Library Unveils First Barbara Jordan Monument in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston City Council Member Abbie Kamin, and Houston Public Library (HPL) Director Dr. Rhea Brown Lawson, honored guests and more gathered at Houston Public Library (HPL)’s African American History Research Center (AAHRC) at the Gregory School Thursday, July 27, to honor the late Barbara C. Jordan (1936-1996) and unveil Houston’s first monument dedicated to her.
More Than One Million Undocumented People Live In Houston And Dallas Combine
A new Pew study shows that the majority of the United States’ 11.1 million undocumented people are spread across just twenty metro areas, with Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth cracking the top five areas with the largest undocumented populations.
H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade to be Led By Houston Philanthropist and Global Multi-Hyphenate Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
Exclusive performances from Bun B, Theatre Under the Stars and the iconic Apache Belles
Mayor Turner and the City of Houston are thrilled to announce official plans for the 73rd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade. This year’s parade will kick-off the holiday season by celebrating Houston and those who make our city a great place to live. The parade’s 2022 Grand Marshal Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson along with Mayor Turner, Honored guest 2021 Grand Marshal, Dr. Peter Hotez and H-E-B will lead the parade on the iconic Tom Turkey float.
Long-time HPD Officer Named Acting Police Chief at TSU
as Southern University has announced that Mary Young has been named new acting chief of police for the Department of Public Safety at Texas
HPD Seeks Help in Solving Triple Murder Cold Case Four Years Later
Houston police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for the fatal shooting of two men and one woman that occurred four year ago at 1325 Greens Parkway about 4:40 p.m. on April 17, 2013.
Fans Attend Super Bowl In Memory Of Loved Ones
Falcons Fan Elizabeth Upshaw and Patriots fan Janet Katz don't know each other. But in many ways, they are one in the same.
Claude Cummings III: A Dedicated Candidate for Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector
Claude Cummings III is a candidate for Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector. A devoted family man residing in North Houston with his wife Joaquina and three wonderful children – Jillian Rae (12), Claire Elizabeth (9), and Laila Rose (7) – Claude brings a wealth of experience and a passion for community empowerment to this important role.
NAACP Condemns Trial Process for Kharon Davis
Sentenced to life by an Alabama all-white jury and decade of denial of Sixth Amendment rights highlights the need for reform of nation’s criminal justice system
The NAACP has issued the following statement regarding the life sentence of Kharon Davis issued today in Dothan, Alabama:
City Exploring New Downtown Option for Homeless People
The City of Houston, along with METRO and the Houston Recovery Center, is studying the feasibility of converting a downtown segment of METRO property into a small, temporary, outdoor, safe-space for homeless individuals.
Pre- Super Bowl Live Music Experience: ft. MAJOR. & Montina Coope
MAJOR. and Montina Cooper have done what so many aspiring Houston artists dream about; they have made it big! With more than 8 million views on YouTube of his hit single, “Why I Love You” and an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding New Artist, MAJOR. is one of the hottest new artist’s in music.
Nine post-Harvey Research Projects Receive Funding From Rice Houston Engagement and Recovery Effort
Nine projects for post-Hurricane Harvey research have been awarded funding by the Rice Houston Engagement and Recovery Effort (HERE). The projects are aimed at making the city of Houston and surrounding areas stronger and more sustainable following the devastation caused by the storm’s record rainfall.
