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WR Andre Johnson to Retire a Houston Texan
The Houston Texans will sign WR Andre Johnson to a one-day contract that will allow him to retire as a member of the organization, the team announced today. Johnson will be honored at a press conference on Wednesday, April 19 at NRG Stadium that will include Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer Cal McNair and Executive Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Rick Smith.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Leads “No More Bloodshed Movement” Town Hall
Jackson Lee: I am also concerned to know about the extent to which de-escalation policies are employed, or ignored, by law enforcement in Houston.
Houston Native Serves with U.S. Navy in San Diego
Petty Officer 1st Class Brackshear Davis, a native of Houston, serves in San Diego as a member of the U.S. Navy. Davis works with USS Lake Champlain as a gunner's mate.
Houston Surpasses Milestone In Fight Against Homelessness
Mayor Sylvester Turner, staff and The Way Home announced that the goal to house 500 chronically homeless individuals in six months in the Houston area has been surpassed.
Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards Raises Over $1 Million in Less than 4 Months as the Clear Frontrunner in the TX 18th Congressional District Race
Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards has raised over $1 million in less than 4 months, a substantial sum that helps bolster the frontrunner status of the former At-Large Houston City Council Member in her bid for U.S. Congress.
In Memoriam Frankie Young
Frankie LaVerne YoungFrankie LaVerne Young was born on July 22, 1941, to Frank Thomas Young and Georgia Loretta Covington-Young who precedes her in death. She had six siblings; three sisters and three brothers:Ira Grace Williams (preceded her in death), (Frank), Clytie J. Sewall (Arthur), Nadine Thompson (preceded her in death) (Kenneth), Hartwell L. Young, Sr. (preceded her in death) (Shirley), Robert A. Young, and James A. Young (Arnette) all of Houston, Texas.
Houston Furniture Bank to Celebrate Inauguration of New 43,000-Square-Foot North Houston Location in the Woodlands
On Friday, October 16, 2020, the Houston Furniture Bank will celebrate the inauguration of its new 43,000-square-foot Houston Furniture Bank North location in the Woodlands, Texas. This new facility in Montgomery County is the second building operated by Houston Furniture Bank in the Greater Houston region and is located at 295 Sawdust Road, The Woodlands, Texas 77380.
Texas Southern University’s Center for Justice Research Awarded $351,000 grant to launch HBCU Criminal Justice Research Hub
Texas Southern University’s Center for Justice Research has received a $351,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation through the Walmart.org Center for Racial Equity to form the HBCU Criminal Justice Research Hub. The Hub will facilitate a two-year collaboration between HBCU researchers, community organizations, and community members working toward reducing mass incarceration and violent crime.
ICYMI: Third Ward on Tap Held an Event Today to Reclaim Outdoor Space Through the Revitalization of the Columbia Tap Trail
An HHA project aimed at providing safe, sustainable and positive space for families and community members, while preserving the integrity and longevity of the historic Third Ward
Third Ward on Tap-Trill Edition, the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), the City of Houston, Friends of Columbia Tap, and the Rotary Houston Skyline came together today to celebrate the neighborhoods revitalization project and to reclaim outdoor space within the Third Ward Community.
Niecy Nash, Karrueche Tran & More Attend 'CLAWS' Screenings in Atlanta, DC, Houston
On Saturday, TNT and Bossip hosted sneak previews of the second season of the hit dramedy CLAWS in Atlanta, Houston and Washington, DC. Cast members in attendance were Niecy Nash, Carrie Preston, Jack Kesy and Jimmy Jean-Louis in Atlanta; Karrueche Tran and Harold Perrineau in D.C.; and Judy Reyes, Jenn Lyon, Dean Norris and Kevin Rankin in Houston.
18th Congressional District Candidate Amanda Edwards Block Walks to Help Seniors Still in Need on the Weekend of Harvey’s 6th Anniversary
18th Congressional District Candidate Amanda Edwards announced that she is continuing her efforts to support Houston senior citizens who were impacted by the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. On the weekend of the 6th Anniversary since Harvey (August 26), Amanda Edwards will host a Harvey block walk to make sure no senior is being left behind on the road to recovery.
John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By the Organization of Spanish Speaking Officers
John Whitmire announced today that the Houston Police Organization of Spanish Speaking Officers has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
Lights On Afterschool! Celebrations Planned Downtown Houston Oct. 25 Spotlight Critical Need for Afterschool
Afterschool organizations throughout greater Harris County align to put afterschool in the spotlight with a morning rally at Houston City Hall’s Legacy Room. In the evening, Harris County Department of Education’s CASE for Kids hosts an evening folk concert with the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts and Musiqa.
Kick Off the Holiday Season With the Houston Ballet’s Jubilee of Dance
The Houston Ballet’s annual Jubilee of Dance is always an amazing treat to get into the holiday season and this year was no different. The impact of Hurricane Harvey had the Houston Ballet out of commission for two weeks but the saying “the show must go on,” really stuck with these amazing dancers. Many feared that the exclusive one night only event would be canceled but through hard work and dedication Houston was able to witness amazing dancing. Just a few short weeks after the Houston Astros won the World Series we were able to see that great talent does not stop on the baseball field.
Houston's City Councilwomen's Races Bring Out Harris County Voters
A total of 13,763 Harris County voters trekked to early vote the first day of Early Vote for Houston run-off races Monday, November 27 not only for the first open Mayor’s race in eight years featuring the first African American woman run-off candidate for mayor but women defending council seats too.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Offers Prayers And Support For Houston Police Following The Shooting Of Two Officers
Jackson Lee: “I am deeply saddened by news of this tragic shooting and pray for the officers and their families along with all the men and women who wear the badge at this trying time.”
Rockets’ Star Russell Westbrook Purchases 650 Laptops for Local Students
Even when he is not on the court, Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook is still making his presence felt in the community. Westbrook is teaming up with Comp-U-Dopt and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to donate 650 laptops through his WHY NOT? FOUNDATION to underprivileged children throughout the city.
Rodeo Awards $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Awards Houston-Area Technical Schools with $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials awarded several Houston-area community colleges and technical institutions with $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year.
Tecovas Opens Houston Flagship Store at CITYCENTRE
Expanding Houston’s Footprint at Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment Destination
Houston-based Midway, a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, is pleased to announce that Tecovas has recently opened its newest flagship store in Houston at CITYCENTRE, Houston’s premier mixed-use destination for office space, upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment. Located on Town & Country Blvd. next to Warby Parker and Lily Rain, this marks the third store in the Houston area for the Austin-based western brand
Map Shows Income Levels of Houston Neighborhoods Hardest Hit by Harvey Flooding
The latest addition to the city's "Harvey By The Numbers" online project is a map showing FEMA data on the severest flooding in Houston and beyond from Hurricane Harvey, combined with income level data for each U.S. Census tract.
