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$1.2 Million Awarded to Train Mental Health Policy Fellows in Texas

The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health is excited to announce that ten nonprofit advocacy groups received a total of $1.2 million in grants over two years to hire in-house policy fellows. The fellows will receive intensive training, education and experience in mental health advocacy and policy work.

Arizona teachers line up for miles to kick off massive education protest

Today, all over Arizona, teachers are walking out to protest for better pay and learning conditions for their students. But the afternoon before the demonstrations began, they spread their message by lining miles and miles of Arizona roads with red.

Treasury sets up office to oversee implementation of recovery programs

The Treasury Department is establishing an Office of Recovery Programs to lead the agency's implementation of economic relief measures from three massive congressional coronavirus relief bills.

Coach Oliver, Newly Appointed Spring ISD Athletic Director, Strives for 'Innovation and Creativity

Derrell Oliver, the first African American Athletic Director in Spring ISD's history, has rapidly transformed the athletic landscape, tackling responsibilities with unwavering focus.

Trump Calls for Dramatic Tax Cuts for Individuals and Businesses

The Trump administration has finally outlined its new tax proposal, which leans heavily on tax cuts. So far, President Trump wants to slash individual tax rates -- cutting the top rate from 39.6% to 35% -- and reduce the number of total rates from seven to three. He also wants to cut the top tax rate for all businesses to 15%, far below the current top rates.

Supreme Court takes up major abortion case next term that could limit Roe v. Wade

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to take up a key abortion case next term concerning a controversial Mississippi law that banned most abortions after 15 weeks, rekindling a potentially major challenge to Roe v. Wade at the majority conservative court.

Hurry up and wait: Trump's best legal shot at blocking the release of his January 6 docs

The next few weeks will be pivotal if former President Donald Trump is hoping to bury the House's request for January 6 documents in years of litigation.

Trump hails 'great job' by Austin law enforcement

President Donald Trump congratulated law enforcement Wednesday after authorities appeared to locate a man suspected of a series of deadly bombings in Austin, Texas.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Bids Farewell and Extends Appreciation to Its 25th "Centennial" International President, Valerie Hollingsworth Baker

Valerie Hollingsworth Baker Closes Out Her 4-Year Term as the Sorority's International President

Today, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated announced that Valerie Hollingsworth Baker's term as the 25th International President ended on Sunday, July 24, 2022. After four years of leadership and service, she will be succeeded by Stacie NC Grant.

Disney and Mukesh Ambani create new India media giant with 750 million viewers

Disney is joining forces with Asia’s richest man to create a new media giant in India that says it will reach a domestic audience of more than 750 million people.

African Americans Celebrate Juneteenth at Ray's BBQ

Blacks gather at the historic 3RD Ward Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack to celebrate Freedom Day

It's a day Black Texans waited for, over 150 years ago, it has become a National Holiday, known as Juneteenth. History has noted that during these special times, Blacks celebrated this day with barbecue, with the barbecue pit always the center of attention. Today, hundreds will visit the legendary Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack located in historic Third Ward Houston | 3929 Old Spanish Trail | Houston, TX from 11 AM to 8 PM. Known for their ribs, brisket, sausage and homemade sides it has become the gathering place for many in the community to not only remember a very special part of history but to eat, laugh and enjoy the company of their neighbors.

Real Estate Mogul, Tiffany Curry, Named “Woman of the Year” at the 2017 Global Power Tour in Houston

Tiffany Curry has been named “Woman of the Year” at the 2017 Global Power Tour, a multi-city, multi-country, hands-on and engaging summit for women entrepreneurs focusing on building their business brand, strategy and finances.

Crump, NAACP, NNPA to Demonstrate after Police Brutality Incident in Florida

The Broward County Chapter of the NAACP will lead a march and rally to demand the termination and criminal prosecution of two Florida sheriff deputies who were caught on video punching a 15-year-old African American student and repeatedly slamming the child’s head against concrete pavement.

Chef Lorena Garcia, Ayesha Curry and Big Freedia Team Up with No Kid Hungry to Help Kids Get Free Summer Meals

Text 'FOOD' or 'COMIDA' to 304-304 to find free summer meals for kids; Awareness is critical as kids could miss out on 95M meals this summer

All kids deserve a happy, healthy summer, but as communities continue to struggle with the effects of the pandemic, millions of children are at risk of hunger this summer. No Kid Hungry, a national campaign to end childhood hunger, is launching an awareness campaign to help families find free meals for their kids and teens this summer through a bilingual text service. Parents, grandparents and caregivers can simply text "FOOD" or "COMIDA" to 304-304 to find sites serving free meals in their neighborhood. Chef Lorena Garcia, Ayesha Curry and Big Freedia are joining the effort as campaign ambassadors.

Houston Museum of African American Culture Launches Confederate Monument NFT, Taking Back Power from Symbol of Hatred

A special edition The Spirit of the Confederacy NFT by the visionary and entrepreneurial Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) becomes live July 25, 2022 via auction on Rarible and with an evening event at the museum.

'We're not keeping up': Biden administration scrambles to house children crossing the US-Mexico border alone

The Biden administration is racing to find space for the growing number of families and unaccompanied children crossing the US-Mexico border alone, which may include opening more temporary facilities and providing federal funding for Covid-19 testing.

Educators at Philly Charter School File for Union Election

Vast Majority of New Foundations High School Staff Submit Authorization Cards with National Labor Relations Board

A decisive majority of educators at a leading North Philadelphia charter high school have filed for an official union election with the National Labor Relations Board and will vote imminently to join the American Federation of Teachers.

Brown Signs Law OK'ing Third Option for Gender On California Driver's Licenses

California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a bill that will allow state residents who do not identify as male or female to have a third option on driver's licenses and birth certificates.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Welcomes FEMA’s New “Direct Housing Mission” Plan For Hurricane Harvey Victims in Texas

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committees on Judiciary and Homeland Security and Ranking Member of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security and Investigations, released the following statement about FEMA’s “Direct Housing Mission” plan to assist Hurricane Harvey victims in Texas:

METRO Unveils New Pedestrian Bridge, Paving the Way to Safer Commutes

Rep. Jim Jordan won the support of several key skeptics in the Republican conference Monday, bolstering momentum for his bid for speaker ahead of a planned floor vote on Tuesday.

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