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Tyre Nichols had 'extensive bleeding caused by a severe beating,' according to preliminary autopsy commissioned by family

Tyre Nichols, the Black man who died two weeks ago after a confrontation with Memphis Police, suffered "extensive bleeding caused by a severe beating," according to preliminary results of an autopsy commissioned by attorneys for his family.

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Officers' conduct in Tyre Nichols' case reflects 'a failing of basic humanity,' Memphis police chief says, as nation braces for video release

Memphis police officers' conduct in the confrontation that preceded this month's death of Black motorist Tyre Nichols "is a failing of basic humanity," the Tennessee city's police chief said as officials prepare to release video of the incident.

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Black History Month Books for Kids

Your parents and your teachers try to tell you about the past. You like the stories they share, the things your grandparents did and the important celebrities that lived long ago. It's history and it's fun to know, so why not reach for these Black History Month books for kids ages 5 to 8...?

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Milestones Show Us Where We’ve Come From, Where We Need to Go

Two things happened last week — one public, the other personal — that made me reflect on how far we’ve come as a nation, how we got here, and what it will take to keep that journey moving forward.

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Dionne Warwick, Legendary Multi-Grammy Winner, and Damon Elliott, Manager-Producer Son, Join “HITS! The Musical” as Co-Producers

50-plus city tour launches in February 2023 with stops from coast-to-coast Tickets and tour dates available at www.thehitstour.com

“HITS the Musical” today announced that Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and six-time Grammy winning legend Dionne Warwick and Damon Elliott, her Manager-Producer son, are joining the production team as Co-Producers.

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South Deering Grocery Store Bamenda Fresh Brings Value and a Vow to Serve the Community

Black-owned grocery store fills void left by major grocery chains fleeing inner city

While grocery chains are abandoning communities of color and closing their doors, a new Black-owned grocery store has opened in the inner city that is being welcomed by area residents. The new neighbor is Bamenda Fresh, a grocery store that recently opened its doors at 9557 S. Jeffery in Chicago. The new grocer is located in the seventh ward in South Deering Manor on the border of South Shore and Jeffrey Manor. With South Deering being the largest of the 77 official community areas of Chicago, Bamenda Fresh is poised to satisfy a real need in the community. That’s because the store brings products – and value. Its shelves are filled with a full line of grocery items and customers are ecstatic.

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Austin funk legend Henry Invisible announces his latest groove inducing single 'Ain't Easy,' out Feb. 3

Henry Invisible emerges in 2023 with a rich profusion of music featuring a bold new sound and a fresh stage name to match

Henry Invisible emerges in 2023 with a rich profusion of music featuring a bold new sound and a fresh stage name to match

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Roderick Little named HBCU Band Director of the Year

Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South (SBOTS) Band Director Roderick Little, Ph.D., has been named 2022 HBCU band director of the year by Best American Craftsman (B.A.C.) Musical Instruments.

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Maternal Health Continues to be an Urgent Crisis in Harris County

Maternal Health Awareness Day is January 23 – A call to action to improve maternal health

January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day, a day in which Harris County Public Health (HCPH) highlights the urgent maternal and infant health crisis in the county and what Harris County is doing to combat that crisis. HCPH reminds families about the importance of knowing their risk and the many preventive steps that can be taken to ensure healthier outcomes.

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Remembering Carolyn C. Parker-Scantlebury

Devoted Mother& Grandmother, Faithful Friend and Dedicated Community Servant

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever”, Psalm 23:6.

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The Rebirth in Action Exhibition, Organized by the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston and Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy

The Rebirth in Action exhibition, organized by Contemporary Arts Museum Houston and Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy, expands the notion of a monument to include the living community represented by legacy residents of Houston Freedmen’s Town.

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The University of Houston-Downtown Ushers in New Era with Grand Opening of Wellness & Success Center

New Center Called a Game Changer for UHD and the Downtown Houston Community

On the cusp of its 50th anniversary, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) ushered in a new era today with the official opening of its Wellness & Success Center (WSC). Designed by SmithGroup in association with HarrisonKornberg Architects and built by Vaughn Construction, the $39 million, 75,000-square-foot facility not only expands UHD’s footprint and visibility, it also establishes a dynamic core and recognizable landmark for fostering and nurturing an on-campus community.

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Houston Hospice Appoints Staci La’Toison to Board of Directors

Houston Hospice announced the appointment of Staci La’Toison to its Board of Directors. Following this appointment, the Board will comprise of 14 members, four of which are officers and an additional six are advisors.

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Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office Celebrates Promotions and Awards

The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office recognized the men and women within the department as well as partnering agencies for their commitment to public safety.

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Fort Bend County Judge KP George Welcomes Texas General Land Commissioner

County Officials Discuss Current and Future Infrastructure and Mitigation Needs

Infrastructure topped the list of concerns as Fort Bend County Judge KP George welcomed, newly elected Texas General Land Commissioner Dr. Dawn Buckingham to Fort Bend County on Wednesday.

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Congressman Al Green Announces Authorization of $1,600,000 in Much-Needed Federal Funding for Local Mental Health and Wellness Center

On Thursday, January 19, 2022, Congressman Al Green hosted a press conference with the Ibn Sina Foundation and presented a symbolic check in the amount of $1,600,000. He released the following statement:

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The Institute for Spirituality and Health to Host Qigong and Tai Chi Retreat Saturday, Jan. 21

The Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center (The Institute) is offering a Self-Care and Natural Healing Retreat with Qigong and Tai Chi Saturday, Jan. 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Terrell Brown appointed director of the JSU Master of Social Work Program

The Jackson State University (JSU) School of Social Work has named Terrell Brown, Ph.D.,director of the Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Brown is a tenured associate professor in the College of Health Sciences.

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AARP Texas Accepting 2023 Community Challenge Grant Applications

The annual program aims to make communities in Texas more livable for people of all ages

AARP Texas invites local eligible organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2023 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 15 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. Grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long-term by improving public spaces, transportation, housing, civic engagement, diversity and inclusion, and more.

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Visit Citycentre for Shopping, Dining, Entertainment, and More

Retail Tenant Offerings, Promotions, and Happenings

Houston-based Midway, a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, is pleased to announce that CITYCENTRE’s tenants are offering a variety of promotions and happenings now through March 31, 2023. The premier mixed-use destination for upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment is elevating the experience for everyone visiting or living at CITYCENTRE.