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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Pushes Legislation to Designate the Emancipation National Historic Trail
Jackson Lee: “It is imperative that we do the utmost to preserve the rich history of Texas and Houston’s Freedmen’s Town by celebrating one of this nation’s most significant migrations of freed slaves, who departed Galveston seeking opportunity and a better life in the Bayou City.”
Congressman Al Green Joins Houston Area Officials for Grand Opening of Light Rail Lofts Veteran Housing
“As a sitting member of the Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development and Insurance of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, I am acutely aware of the homelessness crisis afflicting the United States, especially as it relates to our Veterans. Far too many Veterans do not have access to the kind of quality, affordable housing they have earned and undoubtedly deserve as a result of their qualified military service. After all they sacrifice in the name of protecting our freedoms and liberties, ensuring they have a place to call home is the least a grateful nation can do.”
2022 RodeoHouston® Star Entertainer Genre Calendar
Today, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo unveiled the 2022 RODEOHOUSTON star entertainer genre calendar for the 90th anniversary celebration, scheduled for Feb. 28 – March 20.
Reading With a Rapper Challenges Low Literacy Rates in Texas with New Campaign in Partnership with MOCA
Reading With A Rapper™ (RWAR), the Houston-based literacy program, will announce their #TurnTexasYellow campaign in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA), HTV, HISDTV and HCCTV at a press conference on Monday, February 6, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. at Houston City Hall.
WR Andre Johnson to Retire a Houston Texan
The Houston Texans will sign WR Andre Johnson to a one-day contract that will allow him to retire as a member of the organization, the team announced today. Johnson will be honored at a press conference on Wednesday, April 19 at NRG Stadium that will include Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer Cal McNair and Executive Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Rick Smith.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Leads “No More Bloodshed Movement” Town Hall
Jackson Lee: I am also concerned to know about the extent to which de-escalation policies are employed, or ignored, by law enforcement in Houston.
San Diego Zoo Kids Brings World of Animals to MD Anderson Pediatric Cancer Patients
Patients and families to experience educational and entertaining programming
The University of Texas MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital today debuted San Diego Zoo Kids, a new television channel for patients and families featuring real-life zoo animal experiences through closed-circuit television. The innovative programming now is available on TV monitors in every patient room, staff access areas and waiting areas at MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital.
Houston Native Serves with U.S. Navy in San Diego
Petty Officer 1st Class Brackshear Davis, a native of Houston, serves in San Diego as a member of the U.S. Navy. Davis works with USS Lake Champlain as a gunner's mate.
Ramsey Lewis Cancels Upcoming Performances Miller Outdoor Theatre Announces Replacement
“I regret to inform everyone that Ramsey Lewis has unexpectedly cancelled his October 13th performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre. I received notice today that Mr. Lewis has decided to retire from touring effective immediately,” says Cissy Segall Davis, managing director of the Miller Theatre Advisory Board.
Houston Surpasses Milestone In Fight Against Homelessness
Mayor Sylvester Turner, staff and The Way Home announced that the goal to house 500 chronically homeless individuals in six months in the Houston area has been surpassed.
HPL Foundation Awarded Herzstein Grant to Support Preservation of Prominent Archival Collections
he Houston Public Library Foundation (HPLF) announces the grant award of $10,000 from the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation.
Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards Raises Over $1 Million in Less than 4 Months as the Clear Frontrunner in the TX 18th Congressional District Race
Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards has raised over $1 million in less than 4 months, a substantial sum that helps bolster the frontrunner status of the former At-Large Houston City Council Member in her bid for U.S. Congress.
In Memoriam Frankie Young
Frankie LaVerne YoungFrankie LaVerne Young was born on July 22, 1941, to Frank Thomas Young and Georgia Loretta Covington-Young who precedes her in death. She had six siblings; three sisters and three brothers:Ira Grace Williams (preceded her in death), (Frank), Clytie J. Sewall (Arthur), Nadine Thompson (preceded her in death) (Kenneth), Hartwell L. Young, Sr. (preceded her in death) (Shirley), Robert A. Young, and James A. Young (Arnette) all of Houston, Texas.
31st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Wortham Theater Center
Houston First Corporation (HFC), Houston Ballet and Houston Grand Opera (HGO) are excited to invite the public to participate in the 31th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at the Wortham Theater Center.
Houston Airport System (HAS) Office of Business Opportunity (OBO)
HAS/OBO promotes the utilization of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) in U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) financially assisted contracts; the inclusion of Minority and Women, Small (SBE) and Persons with Disabilities Business Enterprises (MW/S/PDBEs) in City of Houston funded contracts; improved access to Houston Airports contract and procurement opportunities for MW/PDBE, non-MW/PDBE and SBE companies; and compliance with local and federal mandates.
Houston Furniture Bank to Celebrate Inauguration of New 43,000-Square-Foot North Houston Location in the Woodlands
On Friday, October 16, 2020, the Houston Furniture Bank will celebrate the inauguration of its new 43,000-square-foot Houston Furniture Bank North location in the Woodlands, Texas. This new facility in Montgomery County is the second building operated by Houston Furniture Bank in the Greater Houston region and is located at 295 Sawdust Road, The Woodlands, Texas 77380.
Texas Southern University’s Center for Justice Research Awarded $351,000 grant to launch HBCU Criminal Justice Research Hub
Texas Southern University’s Center for Justice Research has received a $351,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation through the Walmart.org Center for Racial Equity to form the HBCU Criminal Justice Research Hub. The Hub will facilitate a two-year collaboration between HBCU researchers, community organizations, and community members working toward reducing mass incarceration and violent crime.
ICYMI: Third Ward on Tap Held an Event Today to Reclaim Outdoor Space Through the Revitalization of the Columbia Tap Trail
An HHA project aimed at providing safe, sustainable and positive space for families and community members, while preserving the integrity and longevity of the historic Third Ward
Third Ward on Tap-Trill Edition, the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), the City of Houston, Friends of Columbia Tap, and the Rotary Houston Skyline came together today to celebrate the neighborhoods revitalization project and to reclaim outdoor space within the Third Ward Community.
Niecy Nash, Karrueche Tran & More Attend 'CLAWS' Screenings in Atlanta, DC, Houston
On Saturday, TNT and Bossip hosted sneak previews of the second season of the hit dramedy CLAWS in Atlanta, Houston and Washington, DC. Cast members in attendance were Niecy Nash, Carrie Preston, Jack Kesy and Jimmy Jean-Louis in Atlanta; Karrueche Tran and Harold Perrineau in D.C.; and Judy Reyes, Jenn Lyon, Dean Norris and Kevin Rankin in Houston.
John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By the Organization of Spanish Speaking Officers
John Whitmire announced today that the Houston Police Organization of Spanish Speaking Officers has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
