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National Inventors Hall of Fame Seeks Nominations of Black Inventors for Class of 2019
In conjunction with Black History Month, the National Inventors Hall of Fame®, in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), is seeking nominations of African-American inventors for its 2019 Class of Inductees.
NAACP Announces Key Partnerships During Annual Board Meeting
Voter Mobilization for 2018 Midterm Elections among Important Issues Groups Unite on
New York—during its annual public board meeting in New York City, the NAACP announced several key partnerships designed to expand the reach, impact and effectiveness of the nation’s oldest and largest civil rights organizations.
3 Presidents Who Shaped Our Food System and the Role of African Americans In It
Many of our past presidents were farmers or ranchers at some point in their lives, but a handful of them significantly changed how we grow our food and eat it. We can’t examine that history, however, without also acknowledging the legacy of slavery. This Presidents Day, let’s consider how three presidents shaped our food system—and how their interventions impacted African Americans:
New Statistics Released on Youth Suicide
In January 2018, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released new statistics for the 2016 year. For the State of Texas, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for youth ages 10-24.
Lakeway Resort and Spa: A Hill Country Escape On Scenic Lake Travis
Perched on the banks of Lake Travis in the Texas Hill Country is an oasis that not only lives up to its amenities but also its rich history. Built in 1963, Lakeway Resort and Spa essentially gave birth to the community that is today known as Lakeway, Texas. While staying true to its Hill Country origins, the property also sees a contemporary design that creates a comfortable, cozy and stylish interior. Customize your visit to fit your personal goals. Whether it is to explore, relax or entertain, Lakeway Resort and Spa encourages you to do as much or as little as you wish.
Move More for a Healthy Heart
While heart health and how to prevent heart disease are important topics, many people in the United States – African Americans, in particular – remain at risk.
What Julian Castro Says About 2020 and Turning Texas Blue
Julián Castro says he's "interested" in running for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020.
Getting to the Heart of the Matter: A Look at African Americans Battle with Heart Disease
She felt like she has lost all control is how a then 47-year-old Wanda Walton described her bout with heart disease. With her family in tow, Walton was driving when all of a sudden her left side went numb and she swerved the car off the road. When it happened the second time, her daughter knew something was terribly wrong. Walton’s then husband knew too and he sprung into action taking the wheel of the vehicle and made a beeline straight to the hospital while Walton screamed in pain.
H-E-B and Favor Delivery to Join Forces
Combination will provide Texans with an innovative, convenient and world-class home delivery experience
H-E-B, one of the nation’s leading independent food retailers and the largest private employer in Texas, today announced that Favor Delivery, the innovative on-demand delivery service headquartered in Austin, will become a wholly owned subsidiary. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
What Happened, Moment by Moment, in the Florida School Massacre
In a matter of minutes, thousands of students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School went from thinking they were part of a fire drill to hiding inside closets and bathrooms to escape gunfire.
Chef Babette Davis: Making 67 Look Simply Delicious!
One look at Chef Babette Davis and you would think she is young, energetic and full of life–oh and one who has a great body too. Well, at least that’s what I thought when I looked at her. But when I saw her recipes and read up on her, I realized just how amazing this woman is. She is a world-class chef, fitness expert and motivational speaker who runs the successful Inglewood, California restaurant, Stuff I Eat, and produces online cooking classes while participating in health summit and speaking engagements all around the country. And she does all of this while looking half her age.
AboutThatCar.com 2018 Hyundai Sonata
I had the opportunity to attend the launch of Hyundai’s 2018 Sonata last summer in Southern California. I walked away very impressed with the midsize sedan. After a week with the car in urban America I found that my first reaction was correct.
National Summit Will Create New Approaches to Teaching Slavery James Madison’s Montpelier and the National Trust for Historic Preservation Convene National Experts To Create A New Model For Engaging D
Nearly 50 of the nation’s leading academics, public historians, and descendant community advocates convened at James Madison’s Montpelier this weekend (February 9-11) to develop new guidelines for how cultural institutions and historic sites teach and interpret slavery by successfully engaging descendant communities.
A Storm to Remember - Hurricane Harvey and the Texas Economy
In this special edition of Fiscal Notes, released today, the Comptroller's office examines the effect of Hurricane Harvey on the Texas economy through data modeling. Our analysis takes a wide-ranging view of the net consequences of the storm, using a dynamic input-output model to measure the storm's economic impacts.
Weekend Wastewater Spills
Intense, sustained, rainfall over the weekend resulted in the spill of domestic wastewater at several locations. The areas potentially affected by the spill include:
Top Ten Stolen Vehicles for January 2018
The following is a list of the "Top Ten" makes of vehicles reported as stolen to the Houston Police Department during the month of January 2018.
Help from Public Needed in Search for Assault Suspect
METRO police are asking for the public's help to find a man wanted for punching a METRO bus operator in the face. The aggravated assault took place after the man boarded the bus at East Richey Road and Imperial Valley Road on Monday, Feb. 5 just after 9:30 p.m. on the 86 FM 1960/ Imperial Valley route.
Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack vs. Heart Failure: What’s the Difference?
Many people tend to confuse and interchange the terms “heart attack” and “cardiac arrest,” but it is very important to note that these are two completely different medical conditions.
Houston ISD Facing $208 Million Budget Shortfall
As HISD begins to prepare a budget for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year, the district is estimating a $208 million shortfall as result of the financial impact of Hurricane Harvey and recapture. HISD has seen a decline in student enrollment and is planning for a further decline for the coming school year, which will mean a decrease in state funding.
GM VP Alicia Boler-Davis Wins Black Engineer of Year
Alicia Boler-Davis had been thriving at General Motors for more than 15 years when she faced her most daunting challenge yet: manage an assembly plant and work as vehicle line director and chief engineer for North America small cars.
