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BET Awards 2023 nominations announced

The nominees for this years BET Awards were announced Thursday.

Bun B’s Trill Burgers opens its brick-and-mortar location in Houston

Highly-anticipated smashburger concept is now open for business with extended pop-up location

Trill Burgers, Houston’s acclaimed homegrown smashburger concept from legendary rapper Bun B, opens its first brick-and-mortar location today, June 7, at 11 a.m. Located in Montrose at 3607 S Shepherd Dr. at Richmond Avenue, the 3,236-square-foot restaurant will serve as an extended pop-up location for six months while Trill Burgers searches for a permanent home in the Houston area. Soft opening hours will be seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with additional hours to be announced.

Tupac Shakur receives posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame star

More than 25 years after he was gunned down in Las Vegas, Tupac Shakur received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement Named Ally Grand Marshall for Houston Pride Parade

Pride Houston 365 has announced that Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee will serve as the Ally Grand Marshal for the 45th annual Houston Pride Parade.

Houston Health Department Expanding Opportunities for Diverse Businesses

Abbott-LISC Funding: This source of lending capital was made available nationally to support the growth of diverse companies in the healthcare supply chain. This initiative will provide diverse small business owners with the tailored solutions, support and resources they need to compete, grow and create jobs.

Houston Council Races Are Crowding

While most of the focus is on who is running for president in 2024 or even who is running for mayor this year, Houston has five at-large City Council members elected citywide, and 11 district City Council members who vote on the mayor's $6.2 billion budget, every expenditure over $50,000, city laws called ordinances, and the care for local citizens' needs.

New Harris County Program Helps Struggling Families With Financial Instability

Harris County officials recently introduced a groundbreaking pilot program called "Uplift Harris" aimed at assisting low-income residents facing financial instability. This initiative, funded through the federal American Rescue Plan Act, will provide eligible individuals with a monthly stipend of $500 for up to 18 months. With an allocated budget of $20.5 million, the program will be overseen by the Harris County Public Health Department. If approved by Harris County Commissioners, this program will make Harris County the first in Texas to implement such an initiative, joining the ranks of other major metropolitan areas.

Concerns Raised Over Transparency as TEA Takes Over HISD: Houston Teachers Union President Speaks Out

The recent appointment of Mike Miles as the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) has sparked concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Miles has wasted no time in introducing a series of reforms, including the implementation of a pay-for-performance system and the New Education System (NES) program. While these changes aim to improve instructional quality and address the needs of underperforming schools, there are apprehensions among the Houston Teachers Union (HFT) regarding the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.

Donald Trump’s criminal cases, explained

Former President Donald Trump’s announcement on his social media platform that he has been indicted by the US Department of Justice raised more questions than it answered.

Humanitarian Spotlight: Local Houston Couple, "The Shelton's" Make History Providing Affordable Luxury Housing In Overlooked Communities

The Shelton’s are the first traditional home builder to launch a Start Engine Campaign expanding the company’s operations to provide more families the American Dream.

Mayor Turner and Department of Justice Announce Resolution Ending Investigation into City of Houston's Response to Illegal Dumping

Mayor Sylvester Turner and U. S. Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Kristen Clarke announced a voluntary resolution agreement concluding the Department of Justice's investigation into the City of Houston's response to illegal dumping. U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani for the Southern District of Texas also attended the important announcement.

Commissioner Lesley Briones Makes History by Establishing First LGBTQIA+ Commission

Commission will advise Harris County to advance equality and better serve residents

In a 4-1 vote, Harris County Commissioners approved the creation of the County's first LGBTQIA+ Commission.

Mayor Turner Invites Proposals to Endorse for National Endowment for the Arts Grant, "Our Town"

The City of Houston is calling for proposals for creative placemaking projects that Mayor Sylvester Turner would endorse for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant program called Our Town.

Harris County DA's Office: 75-Year-Old Houston Child Molester Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

A 75-year-old child molester has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old in 2011, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

Target flashes a recession warning: Shoppers are buying fewer clothes and more necessities

Shoppers are pulling back at Target, Home Depot and other major chains as they face pressure from higher prices and borrowing costs.

6 surprising things about bees on World Bee Day

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Why retail theft is soaring: inflation, the economy – and opportunity

Retailers large and small say they’re struggling to contain an escalation in store crimes — petty shoplifting to organized sprees of large-scale theft that clear entire shelves of products.

City of Houston Completes Resilient Sidewalks Plan, Establishes Guidelines to Create a Safe and More Reliable Pedestrian Network

The City of Houston has completed the Resilient Sidewalks Plan for the communities of Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens. The City of Houston received Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery 2017 (CDBG-DR 17) funds for planning activities after Hurricane Harvey.

HopSkipDrive Launches HopSkipImpact, Connecting Houston Nonprofit Organizations with Safe Youth Transportation

Innovative youth transportation solution HopSkipDrive is offering discounted rides to nonprofits

HopSkipDrive, the leading safe transportation solution for schools and families, announced today that it launched HopSkipImpact — a new program aimed at supporting and amplifying the work of nonprofit organizations in Houston. Through the program, HopSkipDrive will provide $50,000 in ride discounts for eligible non-profit organizations, enabling them to access discounted rides through HopSkipDrive. Launching in Houston in 2019, HopSkipDrive proudly partners with school districts, local education agencies, and more to facilitate safe transportation for kids ages 6 and up, and anyone else who may need a little extra care. HopSkipDrive has enabled over 150K rides in the Houston metro area. Partners include Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. With HopSkipImpact, 501(c)(3) organizations will have access to rides at a discounted rate, enabling these organizations to use HopSkipDrive to get kids to summer programs, summer camps, and other places while school is out for the summer. HopSkipImpact aims to help nonprofits stretch their budget, expand their impact, and serve more of their community. Starting today, nonprofit organizations that align with HopSkipImpact's values of economic empowerment and equity, education and enrichment, and environmental sustainability are encouraged to apply for partnership. Nonprofit organizations interested in learning more about this program or applying for the program can visit https://www.hopskipdrive.com/impact. “HopSkipDrive was founded with the mission to create opportunity through mobility, and we’re proud of the work we do every day with our partners. ” said Joanna McFarland, HopSkipDrive Co-founder and CEO. “With HopSkipImpact, we aim to walk alongside nonprofit organizations that fill a critical need for kids in our communities, especially over the summer when school has ended for the year. We know many people and organizations face barriers to opportunity because they simply don’t have a way to get where they need to go and we are uniquely positioned to help solve that challenge.” Learn more at https://www.hopskipdrive.com/impact.

McDonald's Restaurants Across Texas Look to Hire More Than 22,000 Employees This Summer

McDonald’s and participating independent owner/operators have provided more than $9.5 million in tuition assistance to crew members and managers in Texas

McDonald’s restaurants across Texas are looking to hire approximately 22,000 restaurant employees this Summer. Job seekers are encouraged to apply to a local McDonald’s restaurant today.

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