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Callous Politicians Turning Backs On Children at Border

The Trump administration has separated 2,000 children from their parents, most of whom have come to the United States seeking asylum.

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We Must Not Be Bystanders When Darkness Descends

Thirteen pipe bombs were sent to two former presidents and other political and cultural leaders. In Kentucky, a white man shot and killed two elderly African-Americans at random in a Kroger grocery store, after failing to force his way into a black church. In Pittsburgh, in what is believed to be the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in U.S. history, a gunman walked into the Tree of Life synagogue and massacred 11 during Sabbath services.

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EBONY Magazine Announces Its EBONY Power 100 List

Hollywood and the music industry take a bow with iconic entertainment honorees including Drake, Cardi B, Travis Scott, Zoë Kravitz and Black Panther

Trailblazers from the political world and today’s crusading activists include Barack and Michelle Obama; lawmakers Stacey Abrams, Andrew Gillum, Keisha Lance Bottoms and London Breed; and #MeToo founder Tarana Burke

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We Americans Must Face Our Addiction to Guns

Fifty-eight dead and counting; 500 sent to hospitals. The deadliest mass shooting in modern American history took place Sunday in Las Vegas, as a lone gunman firing from a window on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel savaged a crowd gathered to watch a country music show. It was, as one observer noted, like shooting fish in a barrel. The automatic rifle fire lasted for minutes. The shooter didn't really have to aim; he only had to pull the trigger.

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"Congress: Continue CHIP and save Texas children" says Houston Mayor

In an essay published by TribTalk a publication of the Texas Tribune, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner today recalls the death of a Houston teen in a plea for the continuation of the children's health program.

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Heartbreaking! 3-Year Old Dies After Being Fed Grilled Cheese

Food allergies have taken another life! I am so sad to hear about Elijah Silvera. He was a 3-year old little boy who was a student at Seventh Avenue Center for Family Services in Harlem. Apparently he was given a grilled cheese sandwich on November 3, 2017 and he had a dairy allergy. According to abcnews.com Elijah’s mother was called instead of 911 and she had to drive him to the hospital. It is unknown if an Epi-pen was on site at the school. If this is true precious time had been wasted and ultimately the young man’s life was cut short.

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President-Elect Biden’s Transition Team Announces Coronavirus Advisors

President-elect Joe Biden urged Americans to wear a face mask Monday, saying that doing so “is not a political statement” and the best way to save lives before a coronavirus vaccine is widely available.

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Houston Breakout Artist Xandi Releases New EP ‘Girl Talk’

With over 500,000 collective streams on digital sales platforms, Houston’s Newest R&B Artist Xandi, hosted an exclusive listening party for newly released album “Girl Talk” August 3rd at The Spot Eado.

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When Statues Die

In recent years, people have begun to spend more time contemplate the meaning and significance of statuary. Statues of perpetrators of Europe’s colonial expansion and racist legacies began to tumble in the United States and England as descendants of colonized and enslaved people of color brought attention to the human misery afflicted by those who likenesses dotted urban parks and courthouse lawns.

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Houston Break-Out Artist – Xandi Release EP "Girl Talk"

500,000 Collective Streams On All Digital Platforms

With over 500,000 collective streams on digital sales platforms, Houston’s Newest R&B Artist Xandi, hosted an exclusive listening party for newly released album “Girl Talk” August 3rd at The Spot Eado.

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The 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival Reveals Celebrity Presenters and Attendees

iHeartRadio and Capital One Announce Free Official NFTs of the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival

On Friday, September 23 and Saturday, September 24, iHeartMedia celebrates the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival with an iconic two-day line-up of performances. Today, iHeartMedia reveals its superstar list of presenters and attendees at the iHeartRadio Music Festival and Daytime Stage. Additionally, iHeartRadio and Capital One announced they have joined together to create free official NFTs of the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival.

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3 Reasons Why Black Women Are Living Longer

For years, the public has bought into the notion that the Black community is at risk of several health fatalities. Science even argues that we are disproportionately at a disadvantage health-wise. Black women have especially been the focal point of interest when it comes to discussing health issues. For instance, statistics show that Black women suffer from several socioeconomic factors including obesity, being overworked, underpaid and overlooked. With stressors such as those, anyone’s mental health would be at risk.

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Aspiring Small Business Owners Compete for More than $30,000 in Funding during 10th Annual Liftoff Houston’s Pitch Day

On November 5, nine promising entrepreneurs will compete for more than $30,000 in funding during Pitch Day of the City of Houston’s Liftoff Houston Startup Business Plan Competition. The event celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

Racial Profiling, Police Abuse of Power Unacceptable in Georgia, Delaware, or Any State

On April 20, sheriffs’ deputies in Georgia pulled over a bus transporting the women’s lacrosse team from Delaware State University, a historically Black university, and without probable cause brought in drug-sniffing dogs and hand-searched the women’s personal belongings. The officers were white, and almost all of the female athletes and staff Black. Read a student’s account of what happened here (includes video).

American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation Bring Back $1 Million Grant Program to Support Historic Small Restaurants

Now in its second year, the Backing Historic Small Restaurants Grant Program will again award 25 historic U.S. small restaurants with $40,000 grants.

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Musaafer Partners with Bayou City Hemp and 8th Wonder Cannabis for Premier THC Dinner

The Renowned Indian Restaurant will host guests for THC-Infused Fine Dining and Cocktails in Collaboration with Largest Texas THC Manifacturer

Musaafer, the sophisticated eatery in the Galleria that spotlights high-concept Indian dishes, will host a dinner that is the first of its kind in Houston. A THC dining series, aptly titled “High Society,” will debut its first of four dinner experiences on January 18, 2024. The event is made possible through a partnership with Bayou City Hemp, the Houston-based company that offers the best and most reliable cannabis products to the market through a commitment to innovation, expertise and collaboration with their partners, and its recently acquired company, 8th Wonder Brewery, Distillery, & Cannabis.

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HYUNDAI ANNOUNCES SIGNIFICANT EXPANSION OF FREE ANTI-THEFT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION MOBILE CLINICS

Mobile Clinics to Provide Hyundai Customers Free Anti-Theft Software Installation Launched in Collaboration With Local Government Officials, Police Departments, and Other Community Organizations

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John Whitmire and Sheila Jackson Lee Go Head-to-Head in Run Off

John Whitmire won 43 percent, almost avoiding the Saturday, December 9 run-off. After 50 years as a Legislator from Houston Whitmire won big on his way to city hall. Celebrating at the Marriott Marquis with African American and Hispanic icons on his stage he hammered his crowd that he is ready to go to the mayor’s office today but first he has one more election.John Whitmire won 43 percent, nearly avoiding the Saturday, December 9 run-off. After 50 years as a legislator from Houston, Whitmire secured a significant victory on his path to City Hall. He celebrated at the Marriott Marquis with African American and Hispanic icons on his stage, passionately addressing his supporters. He declared his readiness to assume the mayor's office, but first, there's one more election to win.

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2023 South Texas All Hazards Conference Set for March 22-23

Annual emergency/disaster response training conference designates “Texas Strong” theme

The ninth annual South Texas All Hazards Conference will be held Wednesday, March 22 and Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center and McAllen Convention Center in McAllen, Texas. The STAHC is the second largest training conference of its kind in the state of Texas and is the only conference offered at no charge to invited participants. More than 3,000 individuals from public health, public safety, public works, incident and emergency management, law enforcement, and educational institutions are expected to attend. The conference is open to local, state or federal personnel who respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or man-made.

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It’s time for the school bells to ring again and the American Red Cross has steps to help students stay safe

Take special precautions with kids going to school for the first time

Soon students will head back to school, some entering the classroom for the first time. The American Red Cross, Texas Gulf Coast Region, offers ten ways to help make sure your student is safe as they head back to school for the upcoming year. Soon students will head back to school, some entering the classroom for the first time. The American Red Cross, Texas Gulf Coast Region, offers ten ways to help make sure your student is safe as they head back to school for the upcoming year.