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National Rail Safety Week Activities in Houston
In recognition of National Rail Safety Week, Union Pacific Railroad is joining its community partners across the state to promote rail safety for drivers and pedestrians. Media representatives are invited to ride in the cab of a locomotive with Union Pacific Police and local law enforcement officers, while they observe motorists’ behavior at railroad grade crossings.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Defends The Rights Of “Internally Displaced Persons” Following Catastrophic Storms
Jackson Lee: “We must establish a level of care and concern that flows from policy for persons who are facing catastrophic life-altering events.”
Historic Portrait Unveiling and Dedication Ceremony to Be Held for Judges of 246th District Court
Judge John W. Peavy, Jr.’s Judge Peavy is not a stranger to making history and is a man of many “firsts”. Upon his appointment by Governor Dolph Briscoe in 1977, he became the first African American to serve as the first Family Law Judge in the state of Texas for the 246th District Court of Texas (1977-1994).
Graduation Ceremony for FEMA Corps Teams who assisted with Hurricane Harvey Recovery
After completing 10 months and 1,700 service hours, some spent helping the survivors of Hurricane Harvey, a number of FEMA Corps and National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Traditional AmeriCorps teams will be honored with a ceremony in Houston on Wednesday, Nov.15. Scott Thomas, Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer for Hurricane Harvey, will speak at the graduation ceremony. The location and hours for the ceremony are as follows:
Congressman Al Green Introduces Original LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution of 2022
On Saturday, June 25, 2022, Congressman Al Green, a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ community, released the following statement in commemoration and celebration of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month:
Statement from Harris County District Attorney’s Office on grand jury decision in the death of Nicolas Chavez:
A Harris County grand jury determined Monday that criminal charges are not warranted in the 2020 shooting death of Nicolas Chavez, who was fatally shot by Houston Police.
HISD Superintendent Miles Dismisses Yates, Worthing, and Sharpstown Principals
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles has been making significant changes in the district as it prepares for the upcoming academic year. Last Friday, he announced that nearly 600 positions would be cut from the district's central office staff, in a move aimed at streamlining operations and reducing expenditures.
HFD and Red Cross Recognized Nationally
The Houston Fire Department and the American Red Cross received national recognition for efforts to keep Houston residents safe. During a joint mass smoke alarm installation drive, HFD and the Red Cross were presented with certificates of congressional recognition for their continuing work to reduce home fires in high-risk areas.
NAACP, Minority Financial Institutions Call for Equity in Congressional Response to COVID-19
Pre-existing structural inequities exacerbated the impact of COVID-19 on communities of color. As has been thoroughly documented, the public health effects of the COVID-19 outbreak on people of color have been disproportionate and severe. The economic effects are similarly devastating.
40 Students in Commissioner Ellis’ Internship Program Get Experience Working as Aides in Austin, Houston and NY
Since grade school, Jesha Magee, 27, a law student at Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, practiced a strong need to help others on a small or large scale.
Comerica Bank Honored
Texas Bankers Foundation Honors Comerica Bank, EMPOWER Series, Inc. With LiFE Award
The Texas Bankers Foundation recognized Comerica Bank with a Leaders in Financial Education (LiFE) Award for its partnership with the EMPOWER Series, Inc., a nonprofit organization offering free monthly financial education and self-development coaching and counseling workshops for low- and moderate-income students and adults in South Dallas and Southeastern Houston. The LiFE Award acknowledges and honors Texas banks that are dedicated leaders in promoting financial education in their communities.
Nick Gordon Says He Still Mourns Bobbi Kristina
Nick Gordon is looking back on his relationship with late girlfriend Bobbi Kristina Brown.
Rev. Al Sharpton to deliver eulogy at funeral of Pamela Turner, who was killed by police in Texas this month
Rev. Al Sharpton, civil rights leader and founder of National Action Network (NAN), will deliver the eulogy at the funeral of Pamela Turner, a Black woman shot and killed by a police officer on May 13 outside an apartment complex in Baytown, TX. Turner suffered from schizophrenia.
Texas Native Defies Odds in Technology as CEO of Black Tech in Nashville
Dr. Fallon Wilson defied the odds stacked against her and took a roundabout way to a career in the technology field. Now she’s making a splash in Music City as the CEO and co-founder of Black in Tech Nashville, which helps develop people of color as leaders in the tech world.
Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated Celebrates 85th Founders' Day on January 24
Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated will celebrate 85 years of the organization's founding on January 24 with commemorative events held in Washington, D.C. January 27 through January 29 with the theme, "Tell Them We Are Still Rising."
Astros ALCS Appearance Estimated to Bring $12.5M+ Per Game to Houston
The Houston Astros will face off against the Texas Rangers in MLB’s American League Championship Series, setting up an in-state race for the World Series that will mean big bucks for Houston.
Ben Jealous Selected as President of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation
The boards of directors of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation are honored to announce that Benjamin Todd Jealous has been selected as the next president of both organizations. Jealous will take office on June 15. He succeeds Michael Keegan, who has served as president of the organizations for 11 years and will continue to serve as a member of both boards.
Houston Fire Department Statement Regarding the Line of Duty Death of Captain William ‘Iron Bill’ Dowling
Houston Fire Department Statement Regarding the Line of Duty Death of Captain William ‘Iron Bill’ Dowling
The men and women of the Houston Fire Department mourn the loss Captain William ‘Iron Bill’ Dowling. Captain William Dowling has died on Today, March 7, 2017. Captain Dowling entered the Houston Fire Department 17 years ago, on March 21, 2000.
Houston Pension Solution Takes Historic Step Forward in Texas Legislature
After hearing testimony from Mayor Sylvester Turner and many others, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee today voted to send the Houston Pension Solution to the full senate for approval. With one exception, the measure passed out of committee is the same reform package supported by a 16-1 vote of City Council and forwarded to Austin by the City of Houston.
Houston Petset to Honor Local Animal Rescue Organizations
Houston PetSet’s 8th Annual Gifting Event will be held on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at One Allen Center, 500 Dallas Street (77002). The event will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
