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City of Houston Seeks Artists for Sculpture and Mural Works for New North Belt Public Safety Complex

The City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA), in collaboration with the Houston Police Department (HPD) and the Houston Fire Department (HFD), has released a request for qualifications for two art pieces that will be displayed at the new North Belt Public Safety Complex.

City of Houston Awarded $150,000 Grant from the National League of Cities to Promote Equitable Career Opportunities for Youth

The City of Houston has been awarded a $150,000 grant from the National League of Cities (NLC), as part of a new initiative to make true economic opportunity a reality for youth and young adults who are marginalized from quality education and career opportunities. In addition to the monetary award, Houston joins the five other cities from across the nation who will also receive specialized assistance from NLC’s staff and other national experts to advance the city’s efforts to expand STEM career pathways for marginalized young people.

U.S. Department of Education Announces Distribution of All American Rescue Plan ESSER Funds and Approval of All 52 State Education Agency Plans

Today, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced that every state education agency (SEA) received approval of their American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) plan before the end of December 2021. As a result, the Department has distributed all $122 billion of ARP ESSER funds to all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

PERRY HOMES NOW SELLING NEW HOMES IN AUDUBON COMMUNITY IN MAGNOLIA

Perry Homes, one of the largest and most trusted builders in Texas, is expanding in Magnolia.

Putin and Biden are caught in a high-stakes gamble over Ukraine

It is a very bad idea -- for all concerned. Yet the drumbeat towards another war in Ukraine is amplifying itself, taking on a life of its own, in a huge, high-risk maneuver by either the Biden administration or Moscow, or both.

European study finds action video games can help a child's reading ability

A team of researchers in Italy and Switzerland found that children can achieve long-term reading improvements by playing as little as two hours of action video games per week.

Airlines ask Biden administration for 'immediate intervention' on 5G

Executives from the largest US airlines asked the Biden administration for "immediate intervention" in the planned rollout of 5G technology near major airports on Wednesday, warning of dire consequences for transportation and the economy.

Golden State Warriors distance themselves from team investor who said: 'Nobody cares about what's happening to the Uyghurs'

The Golden State Warriors have distanced themselves from comments made by Chamath Palihapitiya, a part owner who said that "nobody cares about what's happening to the Uyghurs."

Every Time I Die band splits

The band Every Time I Die has split over an apparent disagreement with singer Keith Buckley. Some members of the the metalcore band that first formed in 1998, including Jordan Buckley, shared a statement on social media stating "Andy, Jordan, Steve and Goose's last show with Every Time I Die was on Dec 11, 2021."

Hartford leaders plan to launch new task force after student dies from overdose

A school community in Hartford continues to grieve the death of a 13-year-old who died from a fentanyl overdose.

Gunman in Texas synagogue standoff was known to UK security services, official says

The British national killed by the FBI after taking four people hostage at a Texas synagogue Saturday was known to UK security services and had been the subject of a brief investigation in 2020, a UK official told CNN.

NFL Pro Bowl Fast Facts

Here is a look at the NFL Pro Bowl, the all-star game of the National Football League.

Texans GM Nick Caserio Sites Philosophical Differences As The Reason David Culley Was Fired

“I think it’s about moving forward, and it’s about, I would say, being open-minded to potentially making some changes, whatever those entail, whatever that constitution looks like,” said Caserio.

CurlDaze Hair Care Launches its Silky Hydration Line

Influencer-Founded Brand CurlDaze adds another product to its hair care collection

This month sees the highly anticipated release of CurlDaze Hair Care’s Silky Hydration Line. The line includes a Cream Shampoo, Detangling Conditioner, Detangling Leave-In Conditioner, and the highly anticipated Deep Conditioner Detangling Masque, which has been developed to ensure hair is cleansed and ready to style. These items will join the brand’s three signature products: Glossy Shine Gel, Ultra Moisture Creme with Kukui Oil, and Creamy Curl Styler with Kukui Oil. The initial product selection of stylers has sold out several times via the brand’s E-commerce resulting in a growing cult following since the 2020 launch.

TABC issues emergency order suspending El Tucanazo’s liquor permit for 30 days following deadly Jan. 8 shooting

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission has issued an emergency order suspending the liquor permit of a Houston-area bar for 30 days following a deadly shooting that left one person dead early Jan 8.

Richard Gray is awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Award in Excellence for Public Service in Forestry

Texas A&M Forest Service’s Richard Gray received the 2021 Vice Chancellor’s Award in Excellence for Public Service in Forestry today.

Goldman Sachs "One Million Black Women" Announces Latest Round of Investments, Partnerships and Grants to Kick Off 2022

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) today announced the next round of investments, partnerships and grants for the One Million Black Women initiative. The announcement was made following the January 12 One Million Black Women Advisory Council meeting, which consists of 17 Black business and community leaders. At the meeting, One Million Black Women highlighted a new partnership with the renowned King Center to prepare young people to be the global leaders of tomorrow ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

PVAMU remembers legendary Track and Field Coach Barbara Jean Jacket

“We mourn the loss of our beloved Coach Jacket. She was an icon in the Track and Field community with a legacy of producing student-athletes who performed at the top of their game. Her groundbreaking achievements and stellar record as a coach will continue to serve as an inspiration to all. The Prairie View A&M University family offers our deepest sympathy to coach Jacket’s family and friends.” -Donald R. Reed, Ph.D., director of PVAMU Athletics.

Houston Author J. Elle set to release highly anticipated winter read ASHES OF GOLD on January 2022

The forthcoming finale to her New York Times-bestselling YA "Wings of Ebony" duology, ASHES OF GOLD releases January 11, 2022.

METRO's Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Schedule

METRO will operate normal weekday service for all services on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 17, 2022.

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