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University of Houston Alum Reflects on Guggenheim Fellowship

Houston Artist Jamal Cyrus Highlights Black American History

Jamal Cyrus, a Houston-based artist and University of Houston alum, was recently awarded a 2023 Guggenheim Fellowship in the category of Fine Arts. A total of 171 scientists, writers, scholars and artists were honored across 48 fields and chosen from nearly 2,500 applicants for their promise of enriching the lives of fellow human beings through their research and work.

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From Houston’s East End to Leading One of the Nation’s Most Influential Hispanic Chambers

In the business and community world, few names resonate as powerfully as that of Dr. Laura Murillo. This esteemed leader has left an indelible mark on Houston and beyond with her myriad contributions. From revitalizing commerce to mentoring future leaders and establishing new benchmarks in the broadcasting world, her journey has been nothing short of inspirational.

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Houston's Water Bill Revolution: Mayor Whitmire's Vision for Transparent Billing

City of Houston Unveils Groundbreaking Plan to Enhance Water Billing Accuracy and Transparency

In a landmark move towards transparency and accountability, Mayor John Whitmire is spearheading a comprehensive water bill improvement plan, aimed at eradicating inaccuracies and rebuilding public trust. Commencing on April 1, 2024, the City of Houston will implement sweeping reforms to ensure customers receive fair and consistent water bills, marking a significant milestone in the city's commitment to service excellence.

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Yellow Cab Houston Driver Receives International Recognition

Ramonia McCarty Awarded “2017 International Driver of the Year” by the International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR)

On September 26, 2017, in a crowded ballroom surrounded by her colleagues and hundreds of delegates, Ramonia McCarty was named “2017 International Driver of the Year” at the 30th Annual Conference of the International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR) held in Austin, Texas. This award is presented by government transportation professionals from around the globe to a driver who has provided excellent service to passengers and has likewise performed in an extraordinary manner that represents the highest level of the profession.

Houston Endowment Awards $20 Million to Local Organizations Working to Achieve Racial Equity and Social Justice

Houston Endowment has awarded $20 million to 55 local organizations working to achieve racial equity and social justice in Houston.

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FREE Live Music in Houston: Party on the Plaza's Spectacular Spring Lineup

Houston Style Magazine's discerning readers, prepare to be serenaded under the stars as the Party on the Plaza makes its grand return! This May, Avenida Houston will pulsate with the rhythms of Houston's soul, FREE for all to join, thanks to the Houston First Corporation's commitment to celebrating the city's zest and diversity. Every Friday night, from May 3rd to the 24th, you can expect the plaza to come alive from 7 to 9:30 p.m. with a stellar lineup of artists and tribute bands.

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Visit Houston: Give Your Family Something to Talk About

After some hugs, a few laughs, and a good meal visiting family can get restless. A survey conducted by Motel 6 showed that the average American can tolerate their family for only 4 hours; with 75% saying that after 4 hours (3 hours and 54 minutes to be exact), they need a break from their families. Instead of lounging around waiting on them to return to their respective homes, distract them with the beauty of Houston. As residents of the fourth largest city in the South, we can sometimes take for granted all the gems our city has to offer and some of us may not even know everything in our backyard because we stay confined in our own little bubble. Use this holiday season to discover or reconnect to your city, all while giving you’re visiting family something to go home and talk about.

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Society for the Performing Arts Is Now the Performing Arts Houston

Society for the Performing Arts reveals its new name as Performing Arts Houston, unveils a bold new look, announces a new season of live arts, launches a new membership program, and opens applications

Continuing a 55-plus year history of presenting diverse live arts programming and arts education in Houston, SPA rebrands as Performing Arts Houston and announces its 22/23 Season of nationally and internationally renowned touring artists and performers. Applications are now open for New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Project, an initiative that spotlights artists’ voices in our own community through commissioning new works. Focusing on audience engagement and access, a new membership program will be launched today. Information on all programs goes live on our new website, performingartshouston.org, on April 12, 2022.

Biden Climate Action Ignores Science and the Constitution

President Biden’s executive action on climate fails every test, according to experts at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. The new steps are based on faulty or incomplete science and the president is violating long understood principles of constitutional checks and balances.

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Interpol Add Turn On the Bright Lights Anniversary Shows

They’ll perform the album in its entirety in NYC and L.A.

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Dr. Oz announces bid for US Senate seat in Pennsylvania

Dr. Mehmet Oz, a cardiothoracic surgeon and television personality, is running for the US Senate in Pennsylvania as a Republican, according to an op-ed published Tuesday in the conservative Washington Examiner.

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Margaret Patton Joins HCDE to Enhance Special Education Compliance and Curriculum Services

Veteran educator Margaret Patton, Ph.D., has been selected by Harris County Department of Education as its new director of curriculum and compliance services. In her new role, Patton will oversee the Schools division’s special education compliance efforts and professional development.

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Area I Leads: Legacy, Equity, Accountability, Diversity, and Service Ready to Elevate On All Levels

Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc.) Rhonda Harris has been ratified as the National Area One Director by the National Board of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc.(TLOD) at the 23rd Syn-Lod National Convention on July 9, 2023, in Los Angeles. She stands at the helm of Area One, the largest region, which encompasses the states of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.

After Nevada Win, Sen. Bernie Sanders Trying to Prove He Can Win Minority Voters

The polling also showed that former Vice President Joe Biden at 16% of the Latino and Hispanic vote, former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg at 9%, billionaire activist Tom Steyer with 8% and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren with 7%.

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"There Is a Woman in Every Color: Black Women in Art” Opening at the Mulvane Art Museum at Washburn University

“There Is a Woman in Every Color: Black Women in Art” is now open to the public at the Mulvane Art Museum, Rita Blitt Gallery, on the Washburn University campus. The exhibition examines the representation of Black women in the United States over the past two centuries.

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Mentoring Program - 100 Black Men of Houston

The 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston will kick-off its’ 2017-2018 mentoring program with a special parent and student orientation session. This session is intended for new and existing program participants. Parents and students who are already a part of our mentoring program should attend, and those parents and students interested in learning more and possibly joining the program should also attend.

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3rd Annual Men’s Health Expo To Be Held at Finnigan Community Center - April 29

Harris County Precinct One, Houston Parks and Recreation Department, My Brother’s Keeper Houston and MD Anderson Cancer Center and Ellis Wyms, Former NFL Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl Champion are hosting health event on Saturday, April 29, 2017 for male adults and youth. The theme is Man Up – Living a Healthier Life!

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Council Member Dwight Boykins Proposes Plan to Fund Pay Parity for and Prevent Layoffs

In October, Houston's City Controller Chris Brown placed the estimated cost to city government of Proposition B's passage at approximately $85 million annually. Today, Council Member Boykins will offer a viable solution to meet that cost while preserving jobs, in a way that best reflects the will of the voters who voted overwhelmingly in support of pay parity on November 6.

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Congressman Al Green Joined HISD Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan and Houston Food Bank at NRG Stadium for Mass Food Distribution

On Saturday, April 18, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined Houston Independent School District (HISD) Interim Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan in distributing free curbside meals to students and families. Congressman Green released the following statement:

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Astros Cancel Summer Camp Workouts Due to Delay in COVID-19 Test Results

The Houston Astros cancelled Summer Camp workouts on today due to lack of results from COVID-19 tests that were taken by players and staff on last weekend. The Astros organization has taken very strong precautions to adhere by the rules set in place by Major League Baseball concerning COVID-19 and social distancing.