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Harris County Attorney Ryan sues cement plant for spewing dust and dumping waste into storm drains

Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan filed a lawsuit against an east Harris County cement plant on Monday, accusing it of spreading cement dust onto the East Belt feeder and allowing cement waste to flow into storm drains.

Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $30,000 to Digitally Innovative Arts and Cultural Works

Today, the City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) announced that it is awarding $30,000 in grants to 12 individuals and nonprofit organizations who’ve imagined their work in the digital realm utilizing streaming services, virtual reality, and digital curation to deliver manifested live concerts, theatre performances, and literary concepts; all in online-only platforms.

TSU National Alumni Convention Travels to New Orleans

The Texas Southern University National Alumni Association (TSUNAA) will hold their 2017 National Alumni Convention from July 20-23, at the Le Pavillon Hotel in New Orleans. This year’s theme is Roaring on the River: Celebrating 90 Years of Excellence in Achievement. The New Orleans Alumni Chapter will serve as the host chapter. A uniquely authentic experience is being planned including workshop sessions, food, music and plenty of memory making!

Proposed TDP Rules Amendment: Makes Precinct Chairs Automatic State Convention Delegates Starting in 2024

Next week, when we meet in Dallas for this year’s Texas Democratic Party Convention, I will be circulating a petition to collect signatures to amend the State Party rules to make Precinct Chairs automatic delegates to State Party Conventions beginning in 2024.

Moms Who Rock the Mic - Kandi Eastman

The life of DJ and a mother have a lot in common. Both have people that love to scream their name. Both always have places that require their attendance at a successful event. Their schedules would make anyone exhausted. Go is their middle name. Kandi Eastman, Supastar, and Rachelle Renee know this all too well. As some of Houston most well known DJs, they balance being a mother with that of being everyone’s favorite DJ. Allow me to reintroduce DJs who are moms that rock the mic.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Collaborates with Cyversity to Offer Cybersecurity Mentorship and Training Opportunities for Next Generation of Diverse Leaders

Today, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) announces its collaboration with Cyversity, a nonprofit association dedicated to the academic and professional success of minority cybersecurity students and professionals, to create a mentorship and training program designed to sponsor the next generation of diverse security leaders through a combination of education, experience and networking.

The Keys to Outfitting Your First Apartment on a Budget

Moving into a place of your own for the first time is a huge step. I remember my first post-college apartment move. It was nothing special, but it was mine. It came with a few new challenges and responsibilities and all sorts of opportunities. For the first time, I was able to decide how to decorate an entire living area and turn a blank slate into a home.

Afghanistan peace talks resume in Doha with Taliban co-founder

The US special tepresentative for Afghanistan has met with one of the founding members of the Taliban for the first time, as the latest round of peace talks resumed in Qatar Monday.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement On President’s Afghanistan Speech

Jackson Lee: “The President’s loosely defined plan for Afghanistan leaves too many critical questions unanswered and does a disservice to the brave men and women of the U.S. military who put their lives on the line in defense of this nation.”

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Denounces Trump Administration Intrusion Into Voters’ Personal Data

Congresswoman Jackson Lee: “I absolutely oppose the Trump Administration’s efforts to obtain voters’ personal data under the guise of investigating voter fraud.”

Our Fellow Citizens in Puerto Rico Need Help Now

Jackson Lee: “To all of those whose lives have been impacted, I offer my deepest and most sincere prayers. Puerto Rico needs our help now more than ever, and the federal government must provide a robust and comprehensive response commensurate with the unprecedented wide-spread destruction that has taken place.”

We Must Help Our Friends In Mexico

Jackson Lee: “To all of those whose lives have been impacted, I offer my deepest and most sincere prayers. Mexico needs our help now more than ever, and I urge the international community to respond.”

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas’ Controversial ER Claims Process Begins

The largest health insurer in Texas changed an ER claims review process Monday. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas said its 500,000 HMO members may have to pay the entire cost of an out-of-network emergency room bill, if they go for something not serious or life-threatening

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Condemns Saudi Arabia attack on Yemem Chldren

Jackson Lee— “Saudi Arabia should be condemned for the tragic attacks on innocent Yemen children”

Fire Union and Mayor Leave Meeting Without Prop B Deal

Emerging from a meeting that surpassed an hour with Mayor Sylvester Turner and senior members of his administration Monday afternoon, firefighter union president Marty Lancton said simply, "We don't have an agreement."

Their fraternity is expelled. They're removed from classes. And another disturbing Syracuse frat video surfaces

Syracuse University has removed 18 students from regular classes and started disciplinary proceedings against them for a controversial Theta Tau fraternity event where a racist and anti-Semitic video was shot.

Beyoncé & Jay Z Announce New Program Offering $1 Million in College Scholarships

Beyoncé and husband Jay Z may be raking in the dollars with their highly acclaimed On The Run II tour, but they are pouring those dollars back into communities all over the country, too.

5 Books By Black Authors You Should Add To Your Reading List

If you are actively searching for good reads, the increase of black authors may have become more obvious depending on the source of your findings—it’s a wonderful thing.

HGO Announces the Appointment of Miah Im as Studio Music Director

The organization welcomes Im to the prestigious young artist training program

Houston Grand Opera is proud to announce the appointment of HGO Studio Music Director Miah Im.

Children’s Museum Houston celebrates Day of the Dead with Mariachi, marigold garlands and sugar skull art workshops

Join Hector and Mamá Imelda in a Coco-inspired event! Saturday, Nov. 6, beginning at 10 a.m.

Children’s Museum Houston will be magically transformed into a colorful, beautiful and bountiful Land of the Dead, bursting with incredible offerings of Mariachi, “sugar skulls” and marigolds in celebration of El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). El Día de los Muertos is a celebration of life! It’s a time when families keep the memory of loved ones alive by remembering their essence in a beautifully decorated “ofrenda.”

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