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James Beard Foundation Announces 2021 Celebration to Shine a Spotlight on the Independent Restaurant Community

The 2021 Celebration Will Feature a Virtual Live Stream Broadcast and Intimate Gatherings Honoring Some of the Organizations and Leaders Who Have Made a Significant Impact on the Industry During the C

Today the James Beard Foundation announced that their 2021 celebration, James Beard Awards: Stories of Resilience and Leadership, will be a salute to the independent restaurant community, showcasing some of the organizations, leaders, and businesses that have made a significant impact in the industry and their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The story behind that viral photo of the past 4 presidents all in the same place

The photo was striking: Four past presidents and three first ladies -- as well as current first lady Melania Trump -- standing together. The image quickly went viral -- a symbol of the strength and continuity of American democracy.

Zuma Vote: 'D' Day for South Africa's President Over Corruption Claims

Members of South Africa's parliament were voting on a motion of no-confidence in the country's president, Jacob Zuma, Tuesday, testing the loyalty of members of his party, the African National Congress (ANC).

Officer injured in Capitol riot asks McCarthy to denounce GOP January 6 conspiracies

DC Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone told House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy on Friday that he should denounce conspiracies spread by Republican lawmakers about the January 6 insurrection and publicly condemn the 21 House Republicans who voted against awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to officers who defended the Capitol.

6 dead after a pair of vintage military aircraft collided at a Texas air show

Six people are dead after two World War II-era military planes collided midair and crashed at Dallas Executive Airport during an airshow Saturday afternoon, killing all on board, the Dallas County Medical Examiner's office said Sunday.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Helping Residents Affected By the Storm

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will be out in endangered neighborhoods that have older construction checking on the well-being of the elderly and children. She will be working closely with the Red Cross and Harris County officials to secure the viability of emergency shelters.

Houston Native Returns From Deployment With USS Coronado

Chief Gunner's Mate Adan Macias, assigned to Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Crew 204, embraces his son during a homecoming celebration at San Diego International Airport.

Turner, Cormier and Peavy Lend Voice History Makers Project

We know the history that Sylvester Turner, Rufus Cormier, and John W. Peavy Jr. have made in our area and beyond.

Steve Francis Visits Young Elementary

Former NBA Player Steve Francis stopped by Young Elementary to provide a ray of hope to a group of at-risk youth for their Boys’ Career Day.

December 1st Community Blood Drive Hosted by The Health Museum

The Health Museum and the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center host community blood drive

Beyond the Rhetoric: When the Obama White House attacked the NBCC -Part 2

Yes, it was quite a victory for business organizations. We stopped the Cap and Trade Bill dead in it tracks. This would be the start of a pro-business movement knocking down the majority of President Obama’s Environmental and Regulatory Platforms. His view of an economic agenda for the Black middle class was expanding welfare and Medicaid – even free phones. Ours was to solidify our economic infrastructure and, therefore, create growth in business development and attractive jobs.

Remarks by President Trump at the National Thanksgiving Turkey Pardoning Ceremony

Well, thank you all for being here, and welcome to the White House. A very special place. On behalf of Melania, Barron, and the entire Trump family, I want to wish you and all Americans a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving. And I hear that beautiful turkey. (Laughter.)

Suge Knight sentenced to 28 years in prison

Former rap mogul Marion "Suge" Knight was sentenced to 28 years in prison Thursday for the death of a man during a hit-and-run incident on the set of the movie "Straight Outta Compton."

Eric Tse, 24, just became a billionaire overnight

He's 24 years old. He parties with Rihanna and Bella Hadid. He watches basketball games with Yao Ming.

This Applebee's dessert got a shout-out in a popular song. Now the chain is bringing it back

The Oreo Cookie Shake is coming back to Applebee's, thanks to country singer Walker Hayes and his song "Fancy Like."

Accountability: An Insurrectionist Removed From Office

A New Mexico judge has done the country a big favor. Judge Francis Mathew upheld a little-known provision of the U.S. Constitution and removed a public official for participating in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. I hope other judges have the courage to follow his lead.

Justice Thomas renews attacks on landmark First Amendment decision in fiery dissent

Justice Clarence Thomas on Tuesday renewed his yearslong attack on a landmark First Amendment decision, with the conservative jurist again calling for the Supreme Court to revisit the “flawed” ruling in the 1964 case.

Spelman College Awards Scholarships for LGBTQ Advocates via Levi Watkins Jr. Scholars Program

Spelman College, an all girls HBCU, announced this week a new scholarship program for students of the school who advocate for LGBTQ issues. The Levi Watkins Jr. Scholars Program “will call attention to the importance of making visible the courageous and significant work of LGBTQ scholar activists within and beyond the academy, especially at HBCUs,” Spelman professor and alumna Beverly Guy-Sheftall said.

African American Civil War Museum Announces the "Museum Passport to Freedom Festival: Back to School"

Innovative, interactive program designed to engage students, educators

The African American Civil War Museum announces its second Museum Passport to Freedom Festival welcoming students back to school on August 19, 2017 from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

Cornyn: Senate Set to Pass VA Reform Bill Today

‘Last week, President Trump signed into law a bipartisan bill which gives our veterans a preference when it comes to being hired for law enforcement jobs here in America.’

Last week, President Trump signed into law a bipartisan bill which gives our veterans a preference when it comes to being hired for law enforcement jobs here in America.’ ‘And the Leader mentioned another important bipartisan bill, and this has to do with reforming the Department of Veterans Affairs.’ ‘This is another good example of a bipartisan bill that will be signed into law shortly and, I think, represents real progress for people who deserve it most.’

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