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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Kicks Off Annual “Installation Blitz” to Help Houstonians in Need “Beat The Heat”
Jackson Lee: “We should never risk the lives of seniors and children who are most at risk for health-related complications in Houston’s extreme heat.”
Husband Wanted in mom's murder at SW Houston home
Houston police say 40-year-old Jerald Dewayne Watt is wanted for murder in the death of his common-law wife.
Rhino Pro Truck Outfitters to Immediately Sanitize Vehicle Interiors
Houston-based company, Rhino Pro, an automotive upfitting company specializing in fleet and aftermarket accessories, has announced the immediate addition of a vehicle interior spray that combats the spread of coronavirus in the Houston community. The spray goes through a vehicle's A/C system and instantly kills 99% of viruses, bacteria, germs, and fungi inside the vehicle. This project will be run by two local Houstonian siblings Carla and Juan Carlos Martinez de Aldecoa.
Houston Man Who Killed Two, Injured Third Sentenced to 49 Years in Prison
A Houston man who killed two men and injured a third man in separate shootings beginning in 2014 was sentenced to 49 years in prison for each case in a plea agreement this week, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
"Congress: Continue CHIP and save Texas children" says Houston Mayor
In an essay published by TribTalk a publication of the Texas Tribune, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner today recalls the death of a Houston teen in a plea for the continuation of the children's health program.
Multifamily and Townhome Housing Growing to Meet Houston Needs
Although single-family detached homes constitute 61 percent of Houston’s housing stock, the number of multifamily properties and townhomes is growing at a faster rate and is consistent with Houstonians’ living preferences, according to a new report from Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research. However, the report noted, the area’s growth has eclipsed housing production and resulted in a tighter market.
Beyonce's BeyGood Teams Up With Ms. Tina Knowles Lawson to Support COVID-19 Mobile Testing Relief In #IDidMyPart Campaign in Houston, Texas
Campaign Created to Start a Movement to Encourage Black Communities to Prioritize Health in the Wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic
#IDIDMYPART Mobile Testing Relief Scheduled for Friday, May 8th and Saturday, May 9th, In Houston, Texas
Never Again 7 Day Fundraising Campaign Meet 6 Degrees Company Member Carlos Perez!
Its Friday and Day #3 of my Campaign to raise $3500 for my new concert, Never Again. My goal is to raise $500 a day for 7 days.
Houston Arboretum presents Sip & Stroll outdoor event on Nov. 19 with peek at the newly renovated Nature Center
Enjoy a quiet evening out on the Houston Arboretum trails and get a behind-the-scenes look at the newly renovated Nature Center with the Arboretum’s Sip & Stroll outdoor event. The dimly lit walk will include two glasses of wine or Saint Arnold beer, delicious cheese offerings from GRAZE HTX and a limited-edition Echinacea etched wine glass to take home. All pairs and pods of people must maintain a distance of at least six feet on the trails and masks must be worn while inside the Nature Center.
Feeding the Need: Greater Houston Domino’s® Stores to Donate 31,000 Pizzas
Every Domino’s store will give away 200 pizzas within their local communities
Domino’s and its nationwide system of franchisees are banding together during this unprecedented crisis to do something they already do well every day: feed people pizza. Domino’s franchised and corporate stores throughout Greater Houston will donate 31,000 pizzas within their local communities, starting this week.
Cadence Bank Contributes to the Houston Area Urban League to Help Start the Center for Social Justice and Education
Cadence Bank, a subsidiary of Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE), has made a significant contribution to the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) to help fund the development of its Center for Social Justice and Education.
East End Houston to House Largest Maker Hub in Texas
Economic Ecosystem to Facilitate Business Development and Job Creation in the Area
East End Houston is set to become the home of the largest maker hub facility in Texas and one of the most robust economic development ecosystems in the country. The goal of the new 300,000 Sq. Ft. building is to create an environment that provides community members with access to trade skills education and career opportunities, and businesses with a state-of-the-art facility for innovation and manufacturing.
Getty To Digitize Historic Jet And Ebony Images Through Photo Archive Acquisition
The vast collection includes over 3 million photo negatives and slides and 9,000 recordings.
The poignant photos featured within the pages of Ebony and Jet magazines illuminated moments throughout history that were reflective of Black joy and resilience. The collection of iconic images has been acquired by the Getty Research Institute and the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Give Back To Deserving Families in Houston This Holiday Season With ‘Color Box’
CoolxDad’s Annual Gift-Giving Project Returns
This year’s annual Color Box initiative – a donation-based holiday gift drive powered by the nonprofit organization CoolxDad – will take place November 1 to 30, 2022. CoolxDad encourages businesses and individuals throughout the Houston area to donate Christmas presents to underserved kids in the Project Row Houses community. A number of businesses will host drop-off sites for donations. CoolxDad is specifically asking for kids’ toys, electronics, and new clothing (all sizes) with a value of up to $75.00. Color Box will feature a series of events this year, includinga kick-off ceremony, a gift-wrapping event, and a fundraiser, with all funds to go toward future initiatives.
Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces Third Make Music Day Celebration in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner encourages Houstonians to participate in the annual Make Music Day (MMD) in Houston again this year. This day-long celebration takes place on Tuesday, June 21st, the longest day of the year - the summer solstice.
Astros Statement on Barbara Bush
Astros President of Business Operations Reid Ryan has released the following statement regarding the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush.
Houston Health Department Encourages Alternatives to Traditional Trick-or-Treating and Halloween Gatherings During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Houston Health Department encourages people to forgo traditional trick-or-treating and Halloween gatherings this year in favor of safer alternatives. Going door-to-door and attending traditional Halloween events are high-risk activities for spreading COVID-19 during the pandemic.
Houston Health Department Encourages Alternatives to Traditional Trick-or-Treating and Halloween Gatherings During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Houston Health Department encourages people to forgo traditional trick-or-treating and Halloween gatherings this year in favor of safer alternatives. Going door-to-door and attending traditional Halloween events are high-risk activities for spreading COVID-19 during the pandemic.
Houston Native Overcomes Tragedy to Become Youngest African-American Chick-fil-A OwnerOperator in Texas
In August 2018, 29-year-old Joe Anderson will open Chick-fil-A 45 & Almeda as the youngest African-American Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator in Texas. A Third Ward native and lover of food, Anderson was determined to succeed as an entrepreneur in the food and beverage industry. His journey, however, is nothing short of inspirational.
City Schedules the Cleaning of Two Homeless Encampments This Week
A citywide group of employees and environmental contractors will be out in full force deep cleaning two homeless encampments this week, which have more than doubled since August, when a temporary restraining order was put in place to block the city’s anti-encampment ordinance. Members of the city representing health, general services, police, fire, and the Mayor’s Office will first visit the encampments and offer to store all personal possessions, before the cleanup takes place.
