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Former fed. prosecutor: Fed authorities may have to prove use of restraint chair in jail was punishment

Clayton County police as well as the Georgia Department of Corrections' policy, only authorize using restraint chairs as a safety measure when an offender is violent or unruly. But at least four times last year, federal investigators claim the sheriff violated those rules and constitutional rights.

Déjà Vu

Altuve’s walk-off homerun sends the Astros to the World Series.

If you closed your eyes tonight and just listen to the fans, you would think it was October 21, 2017 all over again. On that Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd in Minute Maid Park the Houston Astros defeated the New York Yankees 4-0 to earn their second trip to the World Series in franchise history. We all know how that ended with the Astros winning their first ever World Series title against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

House drug bill dooms medical research

House lawmakers recently voted to pass the "Lower Drug Costs Now Act," which would enable government officials to set the price of lifesaving medicines. The bill would reduce pharmaceutical companies' revenues by a staggering $1 trillion over the coming decade.

How outlawing abortion could worsen America's maternal mortality crisis

Dr. Judette Louis recalls a time when she treated a patient who was hemorrhaging from her pregnancy — and how she had to wait to obtain permission before she was allowed to terminate the pregnancy for the health of the mother.

President Volodymyr Zelensky makes appearance at the Grammys

The President of Ukraine brought a touching moment to the 64th annual Grammy Awards Sunday. President Volodymyr Zelensky offered a speech that began "The war. What's more opposite than music."

Glam4good Mobilizes the Fashion Industry to Restore Wardrobes & Beauty Essentials for Women and Their Families Devastated By Hurricane Harvey

Fashion & Beauty’s Most Recognized Brands Come Together in Support of GLAM4GOOD’S #SHOPPINGSPREE4FREE in Houston – Hosted by Charming Charlie

GLAM4GOOD, the award-winning, empowerment platform and non-profit organization, is headed to Texas to hold a disaster relief initiative in Houston on Saturday, September 23rd. With the generous support of Dee and Tommy Hilfiger, this event will help restore the wardrobes and personal care essentials for hundreds of women and their families who have been affected by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.

Laila Ali Joins OWN's Daytime Emmy-Winning 'Home Made Simple' As Host of Season Seven

Healthy Lifestyle Expert, Author and Cooking Enthusiast Joins Popular DIY Show Which Expands to Hour-Long Format

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and Procter & Gamble announced today that Laila Ali, undefeated four-time boxing world champion, cookbook author, lifestyle brand creator, inspirational speaker and youngest daughter of Muhammad Ali, will join Daytime Emmy award-winning DIY series “Home Made Simple” as the new host for season seven.

University of Texas to Honor Houstonians & African-American Trailblazers Henry Keculah Jr.and Lonnie Fogle

The Texas Exes Black Alumni Network (The Network) will tip its hat to three outstanding titans of industry, community activists and educational advocates at the group’s annual Legacy Dinner Friday at the University of Texas @ Austin.

Austria names its first female chancellor

Austria is welcoming its first female chancellor with the appointment of Brigitte Bierlein, who will lead a caretaker government until elections can be held in September.

Beyond the Rhetoric: We did not Die, We Multiplied

It is without question. Blacks, as a race of people, are the most resilient human beings walking on God’s earth. Starting in the 1500’s, Europeans began the greatest holocaust known to history. The enslavement of Africans would last for over 350 years. A good portion of the captives died within weeks during the passage across the Atlantic Ocean.

National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum to Host Virtual Panel Discussion on Law Enforcement Anti-Bias Training

Conversations: an in-depth look at anti-bias training in law enforcement — what's working and what's not — on Monday, August 10

The National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum will host a free virtual panel discussion examining anti-bias training programs in law enforcement communities across the country on Monday, August 10 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm (EDT).

Comcast to Honor Some of Houston’s Finest During Hispanic Heritage Month

In celebration of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month, Comcast will honor eight community volunteers at the fourth-annual Comcast Hispanic Hero Awards. The honorees will be recognized for their commitment to making a difference in the community through volunteerism, mentorship, advocacy and civic engagement. Comcast will also donate $1,000 to the nonprofit organization of each honoree’s choice.

FDA plans to propose ban on hair-straightening chemical products linked to health risks

The US Food and Drug Administration is planning to propose a ban on certain hair-straightening products, such as chemical relaxers and pressing products, that have been linked to health risks, according to an entry in the Unified Agenda, which lists actions that administrative agencies plan to issue.

Democracy Is In Retreat

For all the talk about the national debt and the fiscal deficit, what truly threatens America is a dangerous and growing democracy deficit. This country presents itself as the champion of democracy against authoritarianism across the world, but at home, democracy is in retreat in areas vital to our lives. Consider.

Time's Up Takes Aim at R. Kelly

R. Kelly began trending on social media after Bill Cosby was found guilty last week, with some theorizing the R&B singer could be the next celebrity to be held accountable for alleged sexual misconduct.

A Houston-area man has been federally charged in a social media sextortion scheme of minors

A Houston-area man was arrested Thursday and federally charged with the sexual exploitation of children for obtaining explicit images and videos of women throughout the United States, many of whom were minors, and using them for extortion, according to a criminal complaint.

NNPA Press Release including PPP link for expedited application processing via Magic Johnson and MBE

NNPA’S DR. BENJAMIN F. CHAVIS JR. is excited to assist and ensure that our nation’s minority businesses are aware of the lending opportunities through the efforts of MBE Capital’s partnership with EARVIN “MAGIC” JOHNSON’S EQUITRUST TO FUND OVER $100 MILLION IN PPP LOANS FOR MINORITY AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES IN LIGHT OF THE UPCOMING LOAN EXTENTION DATE OF AUGUST 8, 2020

Pride 2019: 5 New York exhibitions that honor the legacy of Stonewall

This June will be a month of celebration in New York, as the city ushers in the sixth edition of WorldPride. The timing is especially powerful because 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the historic Stonewall uprising, the precursor to the contemporary pride parade as we know it.

These Democrats Aren't Attending Trump's Inauguration

More than three dozen Democratic lawmakers are boycotting President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, particularly after revelations of Russia's alleged meddling in the 2016 election and his rebuke of civil rights icon John Lewis on Saturday. No senators have said they are boycotting.

Treasury Leader Steven Mnuchin Is Not ‘focused’ On Getting Harriet Tubman On the $20 Bill

In April 2016, then Treasury Secretary Jack Lew announced that black abolitionist hero Harriet Tubman would appear on the $20 bill, a first for a black woman. A change of administration from former President Barack Obama to now Donald Trump has slowed down this action, as it is not the ‘focused’ of current Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin.

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