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Arts District Houston Honors Black History Month and History of Houston Through Performance Series

Virtual dance performance to honor the history of Richard Brock Park located in the First Ward Historic District

Arts District Houston has commissioned a performance series in honor of Black History Month, highlighting the rich history of Houston’s First and Sixth wards. The first performance will honor Richard Brock and the park named after him, located in the First Ward. It will be a virtual experience and will be made public on February 28, 2021, at 2:00 pm on the Arts District Facebook page.

KIPP Texas-Houston partners with the Houston Food Bank to host Recovery Fairs Friday, February 26 for KIPP families affected by Winter Storm Uri

In the week since Winter Storm Uri wreaked havoc across the state, students and their families have dealt with many challenges: freezing temperatures, power outages, water shortages, and post-storm cleanup and repairs.

Traumatized and tired, nurses are quitting due to the pandemic

Nursing was more than a career to Rachel Ellsworth. She says she was "called" to the work.

Rockets drop ninth straight game in Cleveland

As human beings, sometimes our emotions can get the best of us. On Wednesday night they finally caught up to Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas after he watched his team drop their ninth straight game losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers 112 – 96. "Our defense wasn't good, and our offense was disjointed," Silas said lacking his normal positive and upbeat tone. "It wasn't very good all around."

A spike in prices could change everything for Wall Street

Wall Street is increasingly concerned that a wave of spending when the economy reopens could cause prices to spike, spoiling the financial market party that's been raging since last March.

The blind spot in the immigration debate

The change in immigration policy that could most affect the US' long-term economic growth is at risk of falling out of the debate as the congressional maneuvering over the volatile issue intensifies.

Biden to travel to Houston on Friday in the wake of extreme weather and power outages

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Houston on Friday as Texas works to recover from major winter storms and power outages.

After a deadly storm, some Texans must change electric providers while others still don't have water

For many Texans, basic necessities like clean running water and a stable electricity provider may seem like a pipe dream right now.

Mostyn Law Commissions Artwork Saluting Vice President Kamala Harris

Paintings by local artists to be awarded in a consumer giveaway with Majic 102

Amber Mostyn and Mostyn Law have commissioned original works from a number of local artists, inviting them to share their personal interpretations of the image of Vice President Kamala Harris. These works, created by Linda Simien Kelly, Rico Edwards and Kaima Marie, among others, will be awarded in an online consumer sweepstakes with Majic 102 (KMJQ-FM/Houston), in support of Mostyn Law’s 1-800-TRUCKWRECK initiatives.

Comcast NBCUniversal Commits $500,000 to Support Winter Storm Relief Efforts

Our hearts go out to the people of Houston, including thousands of our employees and customers who have been impacted by the extreme and devastating effects of Winter Storm Uri. To help support those impacted by the disaster, Comcast NBCUniversal is committed to providing $500,000 in support to Houston-area relief efforts, including cash and in-kind contributions.

UH Receives $5 Million to Combat HIV/AIDS Epidemic

Grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc. Continues Graduate College of Social Work Effort in Southern United States

A University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work research center working to eradicate the underlying serious and systemic challenges that contribute to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the Southern United States has received $5 million in renewal funding from biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, Inc. to facilitate the continuation of its impactful work.

"Black History Always – Music For The Movement Vol. 2" Set For Release February 26

EP Features New Recordings From Tobe Nwigwe, Brent Faiyaz, Tinashe, Freddie Gibbs And Momo With Infinity Song

The "Black History Always - Music For The Movement Vol. 2" EP is set for release Friday, February 26, The EP is the second volume of the ongoing project between The Undefeated, ESPN's content initiative exploring the intersection of sports, race and culture, and Hollywood Records. "Black History Always" is the follow up to Volume I's "I Can't Breathe" which features Rapsody, Keedron Bryant, Jensen McRae, Robert Glasper, Terrace Martin and Alex Isley.

Influential Black women amplify need for health equity amid COVID-19

American Heart Association announces EmPOWERED to Serve™ Black Women and Well-Being Roundtable in partnership with Divine Nine Sororities and The Links, Inc.

In appreciation of Black History Month and American Heart Month, the American Heart Association, the leading global voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, is bringing together some of the most influential Black women in the country to address the prevalent health disparities affecting Black women, the global COVD-19 pandemic and its disproportionate effect on minority communities, and the COVID-19 vaccine.

The Fisk Jubilee Singers® Set to Commemorate 150th Anniversary with Yearlong Celebration of Events

The world-renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers® will celebrate the 150th anniversary of their founding with a year-long celebration of events. Organized as a choral ensemble in 1871, the Fisk Jubilee Singers® have played an essential role in introducing and sharing the tradition of the Negro spiritual with the world. This remarkable ensemble has traveled the world singing sacred songs and raising funds to support Fisk University for the past 150 years.

White Rage

LBJ was right, but wrong. When President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, he said of the Democratic Party, “We have lost the South for a generation.” However, President Johnson’s estimate of the damage done to his party in the eyes of white America was too optimistic. No Democratic candidate for president of the United States has won a majority of the white vote in the North or the South since 1964.

Over 5,000 Free Meals Served to The Houston Community At Burns Original Bar-B-Que With Help From BossLife Foundation, 1501 Records, & World Central Kitchen

It was a beautiful day to give back to the Houston community following the rough week we've all had dealing with the after math of the Winter storm. Cars started to line up all along the back roads of Acres Homes as guests prepared for today's giveaways. The line stretched all the way from Burns Bar-B-Que to the light at Little York Rd. with guests who had started arriving as early as 7:30am.

Governor Abbott Gives Update On State Efforts To Provide Water, Resources Across Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in San Antonio where he provided an update on the state's efforts to provide water and other resources to Texans across the state. The Governor's press conference was held at Port San Antonio, where members of the National Guard are currently unloading water and other resources to distribute to communities in Texas.

Kroger Distributes Thousands of Cases of Bottled Water to Local Community Organizations

Kroger donated pallets of water to several organizations to distribute to Houstonians in need.

Today, as much of Greater Houston and surrounding areas are faced with an ongoing water boil notice, and many Houstonians without access to water, Kroger has partnered with several organizations across Houston in an effort to get bottled drinking water to those most in need.

Verizon Donates $250K to Feeding Texas to Aid in Winter Storm Relief Efforts

Following this week’s devastating winter storms, hunger is an issue for more Texas families. To help with this urgent need, Verizon is donating $250,000 to Feeding Texas. Feeding Texas is the largest hunger-relief organization for the state feeding more than 4M Texans annually. The network reaches 254 counties through 21 food banks.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Veterans Deserve Better Educational Opportunities

As a veteran who served my country, I feel strongly that others who serve are entitled to leave the military with an education and get further educated so they can advance in civilian society. It’s one of the most important things we can do to support the men and women who would die to protect us.

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