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NAACP Wants to Meet with Mark Zuckerberg Over Facebook Hate Speech Data

The NAACP is calling for a meeting with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg following the shocking revelations about its handling of online hate speech.

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President Trump Should Not Attend Grand Opening of Mississippi Civil Rights Museum

In a statement released today, the NAACP criticized President Trump’s proposed visit to this weekend’s opening of the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson, Mississippi.

Center for Safe and Secure Schools offers expertise to Harris County Safe School Commission

The Center for Safe and Secure Schools (CSSS), a division of the Harris County Department of Education, has been tapped to offer its expertise to the newly-formed Harris County Safe School Commission (HCSSC).

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City Hall Update

Dear Houstonians, This week is break week for Houston City Council. Still, a lot is happening throughout our departments to keep the City on track working for you and to keep my administration's priorities and initiatives moving forward. The city council will resume next week with a special meeting on Monday, August 21, followed by Tuesday's public session and Wednesday's agenda meeting. I look forward to seeing you at City Hall!

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US survives late scare to reach Women’s World Cup round of 16

The US was a post width away from exiting the Women’s World Cup at the group stage, but survived a late scare to earn a goalless draw against Portugal and reach the last 16.

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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.

$4.5M Gift Supports Student, Faculty Success and New Lecture Series on Equity and Social Justice

Transformative Gift Initiates First Matching Gift by ‘$100 Million Challenge’ for Total Impact of at Least $6.5M

The University of Houston has received a $4.5 million gift from the Thomas Michael Panos Family Estate to establish an endowed chair in the Cullen College of Engineering; a scholarship endowment available to students throughout the University; and an endowed lecture series focused on equity and social justice, which will reside in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. An additional $2 million has been matched by the University’s new “$100 Million Challenge” Aspire Fund. This is the first matched gift since the fund was established, making the total impact of the Panos Family Estate gift at least $6.5 million.

EPA Announces City of Houston to Receive $600,000 in Brownfields Assessment Funding

The grant awards help underserved communities across the country Build Back Better and address Environmental Justice concerns

Recently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the city of Houston, Texas, is among the 151 recipients of 154 grant awards totaling $66.5 million in Brownfields funding through its Multipurpose, Assessment, and Cleanup (MAC) Grants.

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Fifth grader wins Houston ISD’s 2023 MLK Oratory Speech Competition

Houston ISD is getting an early start to the MLK holiday. The district held its 27th annual MLK Oratory Speech Competition on Friday. Twelve fourth and fifth grade students from different elementary schools across the district presented three-to-five minute speeches. This year’s theme was “What would Dr. King say to us today about hope for tomorrow.”

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Elizabeth Warren pays subtle tribute to the Black Lives Matter movement at DNC

Sen. Elizabeth Warren paid tribute to the Black Lives Matter movement in a subtle but pointed way during her speech Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention.

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Ingrid Nilsen Joins Elizabeth Banks In Release Of Baobab Studios' Animated VR Film 'ASTEROIDS!'

Highly Anticipated Film from the Creators of Madagascar and the Emmy Award-Winning VR Animated Film INVASION! Launches Today

Baobab Studios, the leading immersive animation studio, today debuted the highly anticipated VR animated film, ASTEROIDS! with Ingrid Nilsen as the voice of Peas. This role marks Ingrid's first foray into VR work alongside Elizabeth Banks.

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'Don't use my skin for your diversity': Labor union blasts newsrooms for underpaying women and people of color

"I remember the punched-in-the-gut feeling I had the moment I learned that a young male reporter with just a few years of experience had nearly the exact same salary that I had, despite my two decades as a working journalist."

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NAACP Niagara Summit On the Potomac to Unite Groups On Strategies to Address Immigration, Voter Mobilization and Looming Civil Rights Crisis

On Tuesday the NAACP will bring together a rare gathering of diverse policy, polling and demographics experts, activists, and civil rights leaders to develop a set of key strategic principles and objectives to counter the unfolding and escalating civil rights crisis during its Niagara Summit on the Potomac.

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A Check Up For NAACP President Derrick Johnson

We understand that Mr. Johnson, as President of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), serves at the pleasure of the National Board that appointed him. But we also understand that this national association is, and always has been, as strong as its members. The members are hardworking volunteers who have replicated themselves in service for more than 100 years. Within each Chapter or Branch, people have been elected to serve as presidents of those units because of the faith in their service and leadership.

Coronavirus: A Texas Medical Center Continuing Update

Health officials globally, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are closely monitoring the swiftly evolving outbreak of a novel coronavirus. The virus, SARS-CoV-2, causes coronavirus disease 2019—which is abbreviated as COVID-19.

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Guy Burrows, M.D., Board-Certified Neurologist and Peripheral Nerve Specialist, Unveils Clinical Center Dedicated to Neuromuscular and Autoimmune Disorders

Burrows Muscle and Nerve Center Offers Thorough Evaluations, Personalized, Compassionate Clinical Care and Infused Biologic Therapies

Guy Burrows, M.D., a leading Houston-based, board-certified neurologist, announced the opening of a clinical center solely dedicated to treating those with peripheral nerve conditions and neuromuscular disorders.

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First-in-human clinical trial of new targeted therapy drug reports promising responses for multiple cancers

Significant durable disease control seen in patients with lung and thyroid cancers harboring the RET oncogene

A phase I, first-in-human study led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reveals for the first time, an investigational drug that is effective and safe for patients with cancers caused by an alteration in the receptor tyrosine kinase known as RET. The drug appears to be promising as a potential therapy for RET-driven cancers, such as medullary and papillary thyroid, non-small cell lung, colorectal and bile duct cancers, which have been historically difficult to treat.

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Second grand juror in Breonna Taylor case interested in speaking out, Louisville activist says

A Louisville activist says he's been contacted by a second grand juror who asked for advice on how to speak out about deliberations in the Breonna Taylor case.

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The Houston Museum of African American Culture Presents Johnny Floyd: GODBODY

curated by Christopher Blay. We also announce the Inaugural Bert Long Jr. Prize

August 15, The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) invites you to our fall 2023 exhibitions, Johnny Floyd: GODBODY, curated by HMAAC’s Chief Curator Christopher Blay, and The Inaugural Bert Long Jr. Prize and exhibition announcement.

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Meet Houston Mayoral Candidate Gilbert Garcia

Houston residents are eagerly anticipating the upcoming mayoral election, where they will have the chance to choose a new leader for their city. With a diverse pool of candidates, ranging from seasoned politicians to fresh faces in the political arena, one individual has emerged as a standout contender: Gilbert Garcia. Although relatively new to politics, Garcia has made a significant impact on the Houston community and garnered attention for his vision and passion.