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Relief Telemed Launches COVID Mitigation Platform for Businesses

Louisiana Technology Park member company Relief Telemed, a virtual care platform, announced today that it has launched it’s COVID Mitigation Platform.

Citywide celebration set to take place on HISD campuses to honor high school graduates

Houston Independent School District graduating seniors will gather outdoors on their high school campuses in their caps and gowns on Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate during a citywide event spearheaded by Mayor Sylvester Turner in collaboration with HISD Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan. Houston Independent School District graduating seniors will gather outdoors on their high school campuses in their caps and gowns on Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate during a citywide event spearheaded by Mayor Sylvester Turner in collaboration with HISD Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan.

CAIR-Houston to Join Black Lives Matter ‘Justice 4 George Floyd’ March

Muslim civil rights group calls for release of detained protesters, law enforcement transparency

Later today, the Houston chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Houston), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, will join Black Lives Matter: Houston for its "Justice 4 George Floyd" march to City Hall. March begins at 3 p.m. at Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street.

Kering And Its Brands Stand In Solidarity Against Racism

Too many Black lives have been lost in the fight for equality in America. We will not stand by silently.

Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce releases statement in light of current events

President and CEO Tam Hawkins shares personal statement in support of the Austin black business community

Today, President and CEO of the Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce (GABC), Tam Hawkins, shares a personal statement in response to the current climate of social injustice in the United States of America and in support of the Austin black business community.

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Congressman Al Green Stands in Solidarity with Floyd Family, Attends ‘A Salute to George’ Rally and March

On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:

Ben Jealous Selected as President of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation

The boards of directors of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation are honored to announce that Benjamin Todd Jealous has been selected as the next president of both organizations. Jealous will take office on June 15. He succeeds Michael Keegan, who has served as president of the organizations for 11 years and will continue to serve as a member of both boards.

Results In for 2020 Missouri City Community Survey:

Shows Gains In Public Safety ǀ Solid Waste ǀ Parks & Recreation, Emergency Preparedness; Shows Decline In Communications

At the Monday, May 4 Special Meeting, City Council and Staff were presented the results of the 2020 Citizens Survey, which was conducted by ETC Institute. The survey was mailed to a random sample of 3,000 of Missouri City’s 75,000 households earlier this year and the goal was to achieve participation citywide.

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Houston Native Promoted to U.S. Navy Lieutenant Aboard USS James E. Williams

Lt. j.g. Shelby Ramirez, a native of Houston, was promoted to the rank of lieutenant during a ceremony held onboard USS James E. Williams, a guided missile destroyer, currently deployed in the Persian Gulf.

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Local Community Organization S.A.F.E. Diversities Celebrates 20 Years Of Success

Community anchor and passionate non-profit founder Thelma Scott is celebrating 20 successful years with out state or federal funding alongside her organization S.A.F.E. Diversities.

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Prairie View A&M President Ruth Simmons Appointed to Dallas Fed's Houston Branch Board

The Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., has appointed Ruth J. Simmons to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas’ Houston Branch board of directors to serve the remaining portion of an unexpired term ending Dec. 31, 2020.

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Looking for ways to protect against pandemic PTSD

As many places start to look forward to life after the first wave of the coronavirus, another type of illness could be about to follow in its wake.

Mental Health and Emergency Medical Experts Encourage Support for Clinicians Health During Pandemic

In a joint statement, emergency medicine and other leading medical associations, academics and psychiatry experts outline steps to support the mental health of emergency physicians and other health professionals currently risking their lives to treat patients during this pandemic.

Houston 2020 high school senior celebration only days away

Live event program information and updates to video tribute celebrity lineup

Now just days away, Houston area high school seniors will soon celebrate their achievements at a series of special outdoor events created by their respective school districts at the urging of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. Five participating districts: Aldine, Alief, HISD, Spring Branch and Spring have announced locations and plans for their individual celebrations Friday, June 5, at 6:30 p.m.

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Protest Options: A List of Links to Petitions, Donations, Resources and Education

education/">Good Black News Protest is powerful – so much so, it is listed as a right in the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment. But when marching is not an option, there are other ways to keep fighting for justice.

PFAW Calls for Arrests of Remaining Officers in George Floyd Killing

Following the arrest of former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin, who now faces murder charges in the killing of George Floyd, PFAW President Michael Keegan released the following statement:

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The Alley is Houston’s theatre and we stand with the people of Houston

The Alley is Houston's theatre and we stand with the people of Houston, especially with the Black community, during this heartbreaking and challenging time.

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With School Year Interrupted, HCPL Summer Reading Program More Important Than Ever

With summer beginning and students exiting their virtual schools, there will be an increased gap in the learning process. The Harris County Public Library's virtual Summer Reading Program fills that gap by helping students and parents combat the summer slide. HCPL will present online programs for all ages from community partners like Books Alive! Da Camera, Ensemble Theater and more.

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2020 Hurricane Season Is Under Way

For Emergency Updates & Alerts, Follow Official City Outlets: www.MissouriCityReady.com; MissouriCityEM on Twitter

The 2020 Hurricane Season is officially under way today, Monday June 1, and runs through Monday, Nov. 30. And with tropical storms, heavy rains and high water levels already on the national and regional weather radars, Missouri City residents are urged to plan ahead to ensure they are prepared in the event a disturbance impacts our area.

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Empower Cocktails Launches Ladies-Focused Spirits Line

The Empower Cosmopolitan Martini beverage launches to wet the whistle of spirits-savvy women

The distilled drink industry is booming, with one report citing the global alcoholic beverages sector is poised to reach a whopping $1,684 billion by 2025. In this day and age, it’s a curiosity that this category doesn’t put a more intensive focus on targeting women. In fact, the consumer spending power of women is getting more than its fair share of attention, including a recent Forbes.com story highlighting how this demographics’ escalating economic power and prowess is helping reshape markets.