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Fort Bend County Announces New Economic Development Director
Fort Bend County Judge KP George will hold a press conference on Monday, October 10, at 12:00 p.m., at the Historic Fort Bend County Courthouse, 401 Jackson St., Richmond, TX 77469, to announce the County’s new Economic Development Director (EDD) Carlos Guzman.
Houston Black Business Owner Awarded GoFundMe Grant
Amongst hundreds of applicants across the U.S., Symantha Onyechi, the owner of Triple O Polish, was recently announced as one of just fourteen recipients to be recognized with a $2,000 grant from GoFundMe’s Black Business Month grant program!
Addressing the Third Ward Housing Crisis
Rebuilding Together Houston and HP team up to Save Family Homes in Third Ward
The historic Third Ward may have more families at risk of losing their homes than any other neighborhood in Houston. Low-income Third Ward seniors are struggling to repair their aging homes in an effort to age in place and preserve their home for future generations.
HBCU All-Stars Partners with Reveal Suits to Offer Players the Full All-Star Experience
Reveal Suits to Provide Complimentary Suits for the Selected 24 HBCU All-Star Game Players
The HBCU All-Star Game, taking place on April 3rd during NCAA Final Four weekend in New Orleans at the UNO Lakefront Arena and broadcasting live on CBS at 4pm ET, is proud to partner with Reveal Suits to provide the 24 selected players with complimentary suits, giving them the All-Star treatment and experience. In addition to NCAA Conferences, Colleges and Universities, Reveal Suits also partners with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and the NFL Alumni Association.
Statewide Black Chamber Launched During Black History Month
Black chambers across Florida gathered for joint advocacy effort at Florida’s Capitol
Florida now has a chamber focused on uplifting and helping black businesses around the state. On February 1st, 2022, to kick off Black History Month, the Florida Association of Black Chambers of Commerce hosted its first Black Chamber Day at the Capitol to advocate for resources for black chambers and black businesses.
The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative Welcomes 144 New Scholars in 2022
The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) is pleased to announce 144 new scholarship recipients in 2022, representing 25 states across the nation. These talented students are planning to major in nearly 20 unique STEM majors at 34 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Texas Freedom Network and Abortion Access Coalition Head to DC, Join House Oversight Committee to Demand Federal Intervention
This week, Texas Freedom Network and its project Just Texas will be joining a delegation from the Trust Respect Access (TRA) coalition, the largest coalition of reproductive health, rights, and justice organizations in Texas, will travel to Washington, DC to advocate for federal intervention to protect abortion rights.
These are the celebs making billions from their fashion side hustles - from Yeezy to Savage X Fenty
While we know famous faces like Kanye and Rihanna for their musical careers, there’s a celebrity fashion side hustle culture that is earning the world’s biggest stars billions of $$$ as they diversify their roster.
"There Is a Woman in Every Color: Black Women in Art” Opening at the Mulvane Art Museum at Washburn University
“There Is a Woman in Every Color: Black Women in Art” is now open to the public at the Mulvane Art Museum, Rita Blitt Gallery, on the Washburn University campus. The exhibition examines the representation of Black women in the United States over the past two centuries.
New Initiative Invites Houstonians to Read Together
Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Public Library (HPL) announce a new citywide reading program: One Houston, One Book: Diverse Stories for a Diverse City. This new program highlights stories that celebrate our diverse backgrounds and experiences. Featured books are aimed at readers’ interest by age; they include Yangsook Choi’s “The Name Jar,” now considered a children’s literature classic; “Punching the Air,” a novel in verse for teens, by Ebi Zoboi and Dr. Yusef Salaam; and a memoir, “Once I Was You,” by award-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa.
‘Crossroads’ sequel? Director on whether Britney Spears will revisit role
“Crossroads” starring Britney Spears is returning to theaters in celebration of the release of her new memoir “The Woman in Me,” but is a sequel also coming?
Trade Up to Tramontina for Holiday Cooking and Gifting - Online Black Friday Specials Make It Easy
Holiday memories have many dimensions, including the tastes, aromas and emotional satisfactions of special meals with family and friends. With its extensive offerings of premium cookware, cutlery, serveware and kitchen accessories, Tramontina products can elevate home cooking or delight the home cook enthusiast on your gift list.
Embracing Heritage: Houston's Community Artists' Collective Launches 'Here and Now: Cultural Expressions' in Tribute to Black History Month"
The Community Artists' Collective in Houston is poised to unveil "Here and Now: Cultural Expressions," a vibrant exhibition in honor of Black History Month. Starting February 1, the exhibition serves as a beacon of African American heritage and contemporary artistic achievements.
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.
H-E-B Launches 11th Annual Quest for Texas Best
H-E-B is excited to kick off the 11th annual Quest for Texas Best
Breaking Barriers: CBCF and University of Oxford Forge Path for Black Scholars
In a groundbreaking move, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) has joined forces with the esteemed University of Oxford to introduce the CBCF Alumni Scholarship. This transformative endeavor aims to bridge financial disparities for Black students aspiring to pursue master’s degrees at this prestigious institution.
Coming Out of the Shadows of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking affects the most vulnerable among us. Potential victims could be the waitress who serves you at your favorite restaurant, the nurse who drew your blood at the doctor, or even your daughter’s friend on the cheerleading team. Traffickers exert such control and psychological manipulation that victims think they are nothing without their abuser. However, with the right help, victims can emerge from the shadows and reclaim their life and worth.
Ex-acting AG Sally Yates defends FBI investigation into Flynn, calls Barr move to drop charges 'highly irregular'
Former acting Attorney General Sally Yates pushed back Wednesday on current Attorney General William Barr's move to dismiss charges against President Donald Trump's first national security adviser, saying that the FBI's interviews with Michael Flynn were legitimate and calling the Justice Department dismissal "highly irregular."
Exclusive Interview: David Banner Gives Us The Rundown On 'Never Heard' Movie and Chimes In On Houston Rap Scene
Let go and let God handle it, the Never Heard movie cast is gearing up for a one-day only movie premiere that is bound to to stir you up spiritually.
New Yorkers Defiant After Deadliest Terror Attack In the City Since 9/11
After a 29-year-old man drove a truck into a Manhattan crowd on Tuesday, killing eight and wounding almost a dozen in the deadliest terror attack to hit the city since 9/11, New Yorkers made it clear that they refused to be intimidated.
