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NAACP Houston Branch Recognizes this Defining Moment in History as Kamala Harris, the First African American Woman, is Appointed to a Major Party Ticket

A short while ago, Former Vice President and Democratic Candidate for President, Joe Biden announced his running mate for the upcoming presidential election. In doing so, Biden chose the 1st African American female candidate for Vice President of the United States of America and at the same time, the first Historically Black College/University (HBCU) Graduate as the Vice-Presidential candidate.

Capital One Bank Hit With Explosive Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Filed By the Houston NAACP and LULAC Claiming the Bank Discriminates Against Black and Latino Customers in Favor of White Customers

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Houston Branch (“NAACP”), League of United Latin American Citizens, District VIII (“LULAC”) and a former bank employee have filed a major federal racial discrimination lawsuit against Capital One Bank, a publicly-traded national bank. The suit alleges Capital One has engaged in a conscious and deliberate plan to close banks in Black and Latino communities while keeping banks in white communities.

Port Houston, Griffin & Strong, P.C. invite local business owners to virtual public hearing for 2020 Disparity Study

In an effort to assist local commerce and promote economic development and job creation, the Port of Houston Authority (Port Houston) has commissioned a disparity study to assess equal opportunity and fairness in its procurement and contracting process.

METRO Welcomes New Board Members with Historic Diversity!

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO Houston) is proud to announce the appointment of its newest board members, ushering in a historic era of diversity and representation. Mayor John Whitmire's nominations have resulted in a groundbreaking increase in female leadership on the board, with the appointment of the first Vietnamese American woman and the first Hispanic female chair, Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock.

City of Houston Awarded Federal Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant for Gulfton and Beyond Study

The United States Department of Transportation announced the City of Houston will receive $552,160 in federal funding through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) grant program for the Reconnecting Communities: Gulfton and Beyond Study.

NAACP President Presents Inaugural Agosto Lecture at South Texas College of Law Houston

Alumnus Derrick Johnson ’97, president and CEO of the NAACP, addressed a standing-room-only crowd Tuesday, Oct. 4 as he delivered the inaugural lecture for The Benny J. Agosto, Jr. Diversity Center at the South Texas College of Law Houston.

Black Women for Positive Change Announces 2021 Elizabeth Keckley Honorees

Black Women for Positive Change is pleased to announce the Honorees of the 2021 Elizabeth Keckley Awards, an event that honors individuals who have demonstrated lives of public service and dedication to building and expanding the American Black Middle/Working Class. The Keckley Awards are part of the Tenth Annual Month of Families, Non-Violence and Opportunities, October 1-31, 2021. “We are honored to highlight the accomplishments of this year’s honorees. We believe it is important to provide youth and adults with role models in different industries, that they can emulate, as they develop their personal walks of life,” said Honorable Jan Perry, Social Action Chair and Attorney Carthenia Jefferson, Committee Co-Chairs of the Keckley Awards, organized by Black Women for Positive Change.

Houston Grand Opera's 2023-24 Season Opener: A Spectacular Premiere of 'Intelligence

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is gearing up to kick off its 2023-24 season with an electrifying world premiere that promises to captivate audiences from October 20 to November 3 at the Wortham Theater Center. As the 75th company-commissioned original opera by HGO, "Intelligence" is set to make history as the very first world premiere to mark the beginning of a new season. Don't miss this extraordinary event—secure your tickets today at HGO.org.

Congressman Al Green Joins NAACP, Elected Officials, and Community Leaders to Rally in Support of Maintaining School Libraries as Learning Centers

On Saturday, August 5, 2023, Congressman Al Green will unite with NAACP, elected officials, as well as faith and community leaders in support of students, parents, teachers, and school personnel against the inanity of transforming learning centers (libraries) into places for punishment.

The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency Hosts “Doc Talk” Networking Happy Hour and Presentation: “What I Would Tell My 35-year-old Self”

The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, will present an in-person “Doc Talk” presentation on “What I Would Tell My 35-year-old Self” with Dr. Mary Clare Haver, author of The Galveston Diet, followed by a networking Happy Hour on Monday, October 23, 2023, from 4:30 – 6 p.m., at the offices of alliantgroup, 3009 Post Oak Blvd, Ste. 2000, Houston 77056. The event is open to the public at no cost.

Space Center Houston Empowers the Houston Area as a Significant Economic Leader

A new economic impact study details the many ways the nonprofit Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, helps drive the greater Houston economy and tourism, provides employment and supports Houston’s brand as “Space City.”

Advocates Push to Pardon 110 Black Soldiers Guilty in 1917 Houston Riots

The South Texas College of Law Houston, the local NAACP chapter, advocates and supporters plan to push for the pardon of 110 Black soldiers convicted of mutiny and rioting at Camp Logan in 1917, the Houston Chronicle reported. The soldiers were hanged, executed or sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty in the 1917 riots, which occurred after months of racial tensions toward the all-Black Third Battalion of the United States Army’s 24th Infantry Regiment.

Ajayan named National Academy of Inventors fellow

Rice University materials scientist Pulickel Ajayan has been named a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. Ajayan will be one of 148 people inducted in a ceremony at the organization's annual meeting April 10-11 at Space Center Houston.

4 NASA African American Women Leaders honored at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s 17th Annual Jazz Soirée

The Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. with One Delta Plaza Educational Center (ODPEC) honored four NASA African American women leaders at the 17th Annual Jazz Soirée Scholarship Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018 at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel in downtown Houston.

Olympians Visit Houston for the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour Presented By Phillips 66

Olympians Nathan Adrian, Elizabeth Beisel, Rowdy Gaines, Cullen Jones and Chase Kalisz will participate in a community swimming activity and visits to local schools during the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour stop in Houston.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces the Department of Education’s Selection of Texas Southern University, Houston Community College, South Texas College of Law Houston, The University of St. Th

Jackson Lee: “Federal Work-Study programs provide valuable opportunities and address financial barriers for low-income students by reducing student borrowing, improving student completion rates, and promoting networking opportunities.”

713 Motoring Helps At-Risk Youth Get Work

In preparation for their 20-year anniversary, Houston’s leading Automotive Customization Shop– 713 Motoring, partnered with GM Motors and Houston-Based Film/Creative Company IYO Agency, to mentor and provide opportunities within the automotive space for young inner-city males that are experiencing tough times. Through the Automotive Customization Skills Trade Program, the young men learned the ins and out of the automotive industry and participated in hands-on experience restoring a vintage Box Chevy, which they revealed to the public, friends, and family during the 713 Motoring 20-year anniversary celebration over Memorial Day Weekend at the lavish Astorian.

Hurricane Harvey Had Lasting Health Effects On Houston Residents, Study Says

Chemicals released after Hurricane Harvey may have lasting health effects, according to an ongoing study from Baylor College of Medicine’s Center for Precision Environmental Health. Cheryl Walker, the center’s director, told Houston Matters that the study comes in response to concern in the community.

In Loving Memory of Marie Mosede Sonnier Heileman

Marie Mosede Sonnier Heileman was born to the late Ernest and Della Marie (Jolivette) Sonnier in Carencrow, Louisiana on November 14, 1934. In her teens, she moved to Houston. She attended E. O. Smith Middle School. She had to stop attending in the eighth grade in order to care for her younger siblings. Marie met Henry Heileman at a Zydeco Club in Frenchtown.

iHeartMedia Debuts 104.5 KISS FM...Houston's Best R&B

iHeartMedia Houston announced today the launch of 104.5 KISS FM - Houston’s Best R&B. The new station will feature Urban Adult Contemporary hits including artists like Mary J. Blige, Luther Vandross, Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Earth Wind and Fire, Anita Baker, and Usher.

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