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New Study Reveals Excess Mortality and Years of Potential Life Lost Among the Black Population in the US from 1999-2020

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) said their results show that new ways of doing things are needed. JAMA looked at statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) said their results show that new ways of doing things are needed. JAMA looked at statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which showed that when the coronavirus pandemic hit the world in 2020, the number of deaths and years of potential life lost went up.

Texas Senate OKs extending postpartum Medicaid — with an anti-abortion amendment

New moms will be able to keep their health insurance for a full year under a proposal the Senate passed Sunday. A last-minute anti-abortion amendment means the bill will go back to the House

Texas is on the precipice of giving new moms a full year of health care coverage, after the Senate unanimously passed a bill to extend Medicaid coverage. The bill has already passed the House, but due to a last-minute anti-abortion amendment, it will now return to that chamber to reconcile the different versions.

Dr. Rudy Rasmus and Pastor Juanita Rasmus “Rewire” with Transition from St. John’s Downtown Church

Dr. Rudy Rasmus to join Bread of Life, Inc. . as Executive Director

After more than 30 years of service, Dr. Rudy Rasmus and Pastor Juanita Rasmus announced their transition from Senior Pastors of St. John’s Downtown Church. Dr. Rudy will join Bread of Life, Inc. as Executive Director.

Longtime UHD Professor of Art Floyd Newsum Receives First Major Retrospective at Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

Co-Curated by The Huntington’s Lauren Cross and UHD’s Mark Cervenka

Professor of Art at the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) for 47 years and Project Row Houses Co-Founder Floyd Newsum is presenting his first large-scale retrospective, Evolution of Sight, at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art in Madison, Wisconsin, from May 20 through October 8, 2023. The exhibition is organized by guest curators Dr. Lauren Cross, Gail-Oxford Associate Curator of American Decorative Arts at The Huntington in San Marino, California, and Mark Cervenka, UHD Professor of Art and O’Kane Gallery Director.

Community Artists’ Collective and Community Music Center of Houston Celebrates Black Music Month with their 7th Annual Legacy Project

The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 3rd from 4:00- 6:00 P.M. at Community Artists’ Collective, 4101 San Jacinto St. Suite 116, Houston, TX 77004. The musical tribute will be held on Sunday, June 4th from 4:00- 6:00 P.M. at Pilgrim Congregational United Church, 3115 Blodgett St, Houston, TX 77004 from 4:00-6:00 P.M.

Houston Ballet Announce “Divergence” and “Swan Lake”

Houston Ballet closes out the 2022-2023 season with two final blockbuster productions: Divergence, May 25 – June 4, and Swan Lake, June 8 – 18. Divergence features three ballets from world renowned choreographers, Aszure Barton, Stanton Welch AM and Justin Peck, each with their own distinct style. Then the Company will finish the season with one of ballet’s most iconic works, Swan Lake. In Stanton Welch’s opulent production, the main characters are imbued with greater psychological complexity, giving the work a twenty-first-century pace.

A year after the Uvalde shooting, Texas’ gun laws remain the same

Houston to host Real Madrid vs. Manchester United in 2023 Soccer Champions Tour at NRG Stadium

Match on July 26 part of Copa de Lone Star Series

Soccer Champions Tour announced the launch and schedule for a new series of games featuring six of the world’s most iconic soccer clubs to be played this summer in major markets across the United States. As part of this series, organizers announced today that La Liga powerhouse and reigning UEFA Champions League Champions Real Madrid CF will face off against English Premier League titans Manchester United on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at NRG Stadium.

NAACP Issues Travel Advisory in Florida

The NAACP Board of Directors issued a formal travel advisory for the state of Florida. The travel advisory comes in direct response to Governor Ron DeSantis' aggressive attempts to erase Black history and to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in Florida schools.

Time for Biden to invoke the 14th amendment

So it has come to this. House Republicans are about to force the U.S. government to default on paying its debts – obligations that the Congress voted to make. They bluster that they will blow up the economy, tank the dollar, and destroy America’s good faith and credit unless they get their way – even as they are bitterly divided about what “their way” means. The stakes are unfathomable – and so it is worth being clear about what is happening.

Precinct 4 to Commemorate Our Heroes on Memorial Day

In tribute to those service members who paid the ultimate price for our freedom, Commissioner Lesley Briones invites the public to attend Precinct 4’s 2023 Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29, at 2 p.m. at the war memorial at Bear Creek Park, 3535 War Memorial St., Houston.

Tina Turner Passes Away at 83

Tina Turner, the dynamic rock and soul singer who rose from humble beginnings and overcame a notoriously abusive marriage to become one of the most popular female artists of all time, has died, according to a post on her verified Facebook page. She was 83.

Target removes some LGBTQ+ Pride merchandise over threats to employees

Target has removed some Pride merchandise from its stores after facing backlash and threats, the company said Tuesday.

Promote Mental Health Awareness Month This May

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when we come together to bring attention to emotional wellness and the importance of seeking support when we need it.

Black Restaurant Week Relaunches 'More Than Just a Week' 2023 Campaign to Restimulate Black-Owned Businesses with Equitable Events in Key Markets

Black Restaurant Week LLC celebrates the flavors of African American, African and Caribbean cuisine with a series of regional cultural events and aims to support Black-owned culinary businesses with substantial programming outside of their 10 or 14-day, multi-city tour across the United States.

Texas Southern University and Truist Announce Partnership and Gift

Texas Southern University and Truist announced the beginning of a new partnership during a signing ceremony and check presentation. The Truist Charitable Fund approved a gift of $750,000 for the Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP).

Cheers to New Summer Socials at CityCentre

Happy Hour Fun Launching Thursday, June 1, 2023

CITYCENTRE is getting ready to have memorable evenings all season with the launch of Summer Socials, a series of lively happy hour events in the plaza catered to young professionals. Starting on Thursday, June 1, 2023, visitors will enjoy cold beverages, music, giveaways, and mingling al-fresco every other Thursday night.

METRO Unveils Newest Designs in School Bus Shelter Program

On Wednesday, May 24, 2023, METRO will unveil a new bus shelter at Kashmere High School and reveal several new designs for bus shelters near schools within Aldine ISD.

CDC HIV Infections Trending Down in the U.S.

CDC: HIV INFECTIONS TRENDING DOWN IN THE U-S

New HIV infections are trending down in the US, especially among young gay or bisexual men

Meet the Philadelphia native heading to Harvard on a full scholarship

If you're on TikTok, chances are you've seen lots of graduation videos lately.

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