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Black Television News Channel to Launch in Top 25 African American TV Markets Via Charter Communications

Black Television News Channel (BTNC), the nation’s only African American news network, is announcing a multi-year carriage agreement with Charter Communications, a leading broadband communications company and the second largest cable operator in the United States.

Sean Combs is Revealed as Buyer of $21.1 Million Kerry James Marshall “Past Times” Painting

Ever since the sale at Sotheby’s on Wednesday night of “Past Times,” a monumental painting by Kerry James Marshall with a narrative centered on black experiences, many people have been speculating about which collector or museum might have placed the winning $21.1 million bid. The sale was an auction high for Mr. Marshall, and it was widely reported to be the most ever paid for the work of a living African-American artist.

Resources and Solutions to Providing Connectivity for Those Stuck in the Digital Divide

Coronavirus has changed how Americans work and learn—but for millions of families and individuals, that change means being unable to access the critical resources they desperately need. Connected Nation (CN) is a national nonprofit based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, that has advocated for improving access to broadband (high-speed internet) for nearly two decades—and it has put together an easy-to-use resource to help the most vulnerable populations during this difficult time.

Rihanna Becomes 1st Black Woman to Land Cover of British Vogue’s September Issue

Rihanna made history by becoming the first black woman to appear on the cover of British Vogue‘s September issue. Like the publication’s U.S. edition, the September issue is the most prestigious edition of the fashion magazine.

ACLU Files Court Brief to Address Prolonged Immigration Detention and Lack of Access to Counsel at the Border

The ACLU of Texas and the ACLU National Prison Project filed a legal brief requesting that a federal court order U.S. Customs and Border Protection to stop its practice of detaining migrants in deplorable conditions without access to an attorney. The friend of the court brief was filed in support of a class-action lawsuit challenging the conditions of those detained by CBP in south Texas.

Emmy Winning Producer Releases New Book

After more than 30 years in television, Producer, Kim Gagne', gives insight into surviving haters, life in television, and learning what it means to WIN.

Kim Gagne', Two-Time National Daytime Emmy Winner, is proud to announce the release of her first book, How To Win, My Life In Television. Gagne' takes us inside her revealing and oftentimes hilarious memoir that will educate, inform, enlighten and surprise. The Houston native uses the same unfiltered and candid storytelling that she is known to weave her memories of a tumultuous childhood, accepting God's favor, shaking off the haters and WINNING. The book includes never before seen celebrity photos.

Spelman College Receives $30M Donation from Trustee Ronda Stryker to Help Fund New Arts Center

Spelman College, the historically Black educational institution for women in Atlanta, has received a $30 million donation from trustee Ronda Stryker and her husband William Johnston, The gift is the largest from a living donor in the 137-year history of the college.

Jada Pinkett Smith to Receive Icon Award at 2017 HBCU Power Awards

The HBCU Power Awards has announced that actress, singer-songwriter, director, and philanthropist Jada Pinkett Smith will receive the “Icon Award” on the evening of excellence on Friday, October 20, 7PM at Morehouse College in Atlanta.

American Airlines Employees Must Take Anti-Racism Training Since NAACP Issued Travel Advisory

American Airlines is making employees undergo anti-racism training after the NAACP issued a “travel advisory” for the carrier in October. Starting in 2018, everyone at the company will need to complete annual implicit bias training, the company announced Thursday.

De La Ghetto Shares Latest Project "New Calle" - Latin Superstar Pairs with Aspiring Urban Artist to Create New Street Anthem for Latino Millennials

New Song Available Now on Spotify & Companion Music Video on YouTube

Latin Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter De La Ghetto is excited to announce the release of a special new project called “New Calle” with a brand new song and an accompanying music video.

First Sculpture of a Latina in the City of Houston Coming to the Center for Pursuit's New Campus

The Zenteno Sculpture Project, depicting Houston singer and songwriter Norma Zenteno, will be placed on the new campus of The Center for Pursuit, 4400 Harrisburg Blvd., in East End Houston. A formal presentation of the sculpture by Houston-based artist and sculptor Bridgette Mongeon, along with a performance by Zenteno Spirit, is set for Saturday, March 19 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.

Building Bridges - PAIR Houston x Battery Dance

Partnership for the Advancement and Immersion of Refugees (PAIR) of Houston and Battery Dance of New York announce, “Building Bridges to Counter Islamophobia”. The series will include Battery Dance’s signature Dancing to Connect program for the youth and spoken word and dance performances.

15 Harmony Public Schools' Teachers to Receive More Than $145,000 in Bonuses Through TEA’s Teacher Incentive Allotment

15 teachers in Harmony Public Schools will receive bonuses this week equaling $145,764 as part of the Texas Educations Agency's Teacher Incentive Allotment, a special fund created to reward the state’s highest-performing teachers. The recognition means that these Harmony teachers are receiving up to nearly $18,000 in additional salary.

Houston Hero Trae Tha Truth Takes a Break From Rebuilding to Flex with Young Thug and Skippa Da Flippa

A veteran rapper and respected member of his community, Trae Tha Truth represents for Houston in all corners of the globe. Rocking his vintage Houston Rockets jersey in a secluded club, Trae flexes with ATLiens in "Thuggin'," his latest video. Featuring appearances from Young Thug and Skippa Da Flippa, "Thuggin'" is an unconventional, trap-style banger, with a rambling and addictive hook from Thug. In the eerie video, the three emcees find themselves trapped with a cadre of feline femmes, moving to the rhythm of the song as they prowl in the background.

Houston Recruiter Selected as CNRC FY-21 Recruiter of the Nation

Commander, Navy Recruiting Command (CNRC) recently named Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Berly Lue, a recruiter assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Houston, the 2021 CNRC Enlisted Recruiter of the Year (EROY) - active component (AC). Colloquially referred to as the recruiter of the nation, Lue outperformed more than 3,000 of her peers at 26 NTAGs across the nation to earn her spot as Navy recruiting's top gun. During a year with as many consequential and unforgettable events as the turbulent year of 2020, Lue met challenges head-on with unrelenting discipline and poise earning NTAG Houston Nuclear Recruiter of the Year and AC Talent Scout of the Year along the way.

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