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Caliente: The Houston Astros are blazing through the rest of the AL

They say history has a strange way of repeating itself. If that is true, then some Astros fans need to be putting in for vacation days from work in October for the World Series parade in downtown Houston. The Astros became the first team to reach 70-wins in the American League this year after defeating the Cleveland Indians on last Thursday. They are currently on pace to go over 100 wins for the third straight year and would be the first team since the 2002-04 Yankees to do so. Having won 14 of their last 17 games and 8-2 in their last 10, they also hold a very sizeable lead in the AL West at 8.5.

Cesar Sayoc, who pleaded guilty to sending pipe bombs to prominent Democrats, will be sentenced Monday

Cesar Sayoc, who pleaded guilty to sending pipe bombs to prominent Democrats and CNN, will be sentenced Monday to between 121 months and life in prison.

John Oliver powerfully links mass shootings to political rhetoric

John Oliver opened Sunday's episode of "Last Week Tonight" by addressing the most recent mass shootings that happened over the weekend.

Trump suggests tying gun measures to immigration after shooting that targeted immigrants

President Donald Trump on Monday suggested tying immigration legislation to strengthening background checks following a weekend in which the alleged shooter in El Paso, Texas, is believed to have authored a racist, anti-immigrant document targeting Hispanics.

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.

Mental Health and the Law - Untreated Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System

To be clear: untreated severe mental illness places a great burden on our legal system. The Treatment Advocacy Center, a national nonprofit organization founded in 1998, dedicated to eliminating barriers to the timely and effective treatment of severe mental illness captures the issue succinctly: “Fifty years of failed mental health policy have placed law enforcement on the front lines of mental illness crisis response and turned jails and prisons into the new asylums.”

Fresh Facts About Fruits and Veggies

Maintaining a diet with an appropriate amount of fruits and vegetables has been linked to improved health, and for good reason. Fresh produce is loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, plus a diet rich in fruits and veggies has been linked to reduced risks of heart attack, type 2 diabetes, stroke, certain cancers and other chronic diseases.

Mental Health and Stigmas - Breaking Generational Curses with a Mental Health Day

I wasn't sure what to expect after pulling up to the large, unassuming building that held everything from a bank to the office that I was there to visit. Once inside I found the room was cozy and inviting, as I sat on a comfortable couch across from a woman that mostly let me vent for an hour - allowing me to vocalize my thoughts and more as I worked through them. A little over an hour later I left the session oddly satisfied, now wondering why I hadn’t gone through with it sooner.

Founder & CEO of CGI Merchant Group, Raoul Thomas and The Gabriel Miami Receive Deal of The Year Award by National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators and Developers

Raoul Thomas, Founder and CEO of CGI Merchant Group (CGI), a real estate focused private equity firm, and The Gabriel Miami, Curio Collection by Hilton was awarded the Deal of the Year Award by the National Association of Black Hotel Owners (NABHOOD). Andrew “Andy” Ingraham, President and Founder of NABHOOD presented the award last week in Miami alongside Hilton CEO, Christopher Nassetta and Sr. Managing Dire

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Calls for the Firing of the NYPD Officer Responsible for Taking the Life of Eric Garner

Jackson Lee—“The time has come for the individual responsible for Eric’s death to face accountability, and be fired from the New York Police Department. This is the right course of action and should be done for many reasons. First, if our efforts at ensuring greater community police relationships are to have any meaning, then all stakeholders must feel that there is accountability when police officers err. This is one-such occasion where ideals about restorative justice dictate that all stakeholders stand collectively for the officer’s firing. This is the only conclusion given what the video of Eric’s last moments of life shows: the officer who killed Eric was not in fear for his life. Eric was not combative—in fact, the video shows him flailing, begging for his life, telling his apprehender that he could not breathe. My conversations with his mother—whom I know personally—further underscore that this father and grandfather was not a menace to society; rather, he was like the countless other African American men whose life was wrongly taken by law enforcement. It is time for accountability and responsibility and terminating this officer’s employment is the obligation of people who support enhanced police relations. It is time for all parties dealing with law enforcement across the nation to insist on police accountability and integrity. In addition to community-oriented policing as a method of training police, police departments across the nation should work to improve police/community relations as part of a community-oriented policing strategy. And, it is time for the man who took Eric Garner’s life to be fired from his position as an officer on the NYPD and it is time for the Garner family to have peace and justice.”

Mr. Consistency

Undrafted defensive back Derrick Baity looks to keep doing what got him here.

Webster defines the word consistency as, steadfast adherence to the same principles, course, form, etc. It means that an action or behavior is repeated over and over again usually ending in the same result. Texans undrafted rookie cornerback Derrick Baity Jr. should have that word tattooed on his body somewhere as he is the walking example of the word. And if you know Derrick, then you know he loves tattoos.

Target Celebrates 20 Years of Designer Partnerships

Retailer to commemorate 20 years of making great design accessible to everyone with a limited-edition Anniversary Collection

Baton Rouge police chief apologizes for hiring the officer who killed Alton Sterling

Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul apologized on behalf of the department for hiring the officer who killed Alton Sterling, the 37-year-old black man whose July 2016 death spurred protests as part of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Massachusetts towns are at 'high risk' for a mosquito-borne virus that can cause brain swelling

Health officials are warning that seven towns in southeastern Massachusetts are at "high risk" for a potentially fatal mosquito-borne virus known as Eastern equine encephalitis or EEE.

What are the alcohol rules for US airline pilots?

The arrest of an airline pilot on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol has travelers wondering about alcohol policies for commercial pilots and the screening in place to detect behavior that could endanger passengers.

Women Empowering Nations Announces Girls Leading Our World 2020 Tour Dates with the Debut of Mini Documentary

This documentary captures the experiences of teen girls as they travel the world exploring topics of social justice, world economics, sustainability and women in leadership–all in 24 minutes With the debut of a mini documentary, Women Empowering Nations (WEN) offers viewers an up-close look at the impact global exposure has on three African American teen girls. From June 28 - July 8, 2018, young women from Tulsa, Oklahoma and Houston, Texas embarked on an International journey, paired with mentors, that would prove to leave a lasting impact on their lives.

BakerRipley Hosts Annual Back to School Health Fair throughout Houston

BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Health Fair at 3 of its locations throughout Houston.

Statement From NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell On the Passing of Nick Buoniconti

All of us at the NFL are deeply saddened by the passing of Nick Buoniconti. Nick will be remembered as a champion on and off the field. He was the leader of one of the most dominant NFL teams in history and earned his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame with his grit, fearlessness and skill while playing with the Patriots and Dolphins.

SSLW & Partners “College Send Off” was Amazing!

Suburban Sugar Land Women (SSLW) & Two Phenomenal Partners ( Dr. Margaret Allen & Ms. Belinda Allen, sisters) hosted an amazingly relaxed, empowering, and fun “College Send Off” for 1989-2019 SSLW’s scholarship recipients at the beautiful home of Dr. Allen in Sugar Land. This annual project was generously underwritten by The Allen’s sisters. They provide a fabulous, warm and welcoming environment, delicious food, cool beverages, desserts, books, & gift cards. Crystal L. Jones and Felicia Bess, outstanding projects’ chairs, facilitated a lively and fun conversation on “College – Life Do’s & Don’ts” with scholarship recipients, parents, and SSLWomen & Partners. Each recipient received a university color gift bag: beautiful 10 in by 8 in frames of “ College – Life Do’s and Don’ts”; gift cards; Our Daily Bread devotionals; and book – Maximizing Your Own Treasure Chest by Keith “ Mr. D-Mars” Davis, Sr .

Black Male Educators Sound Alarm Regarding Lack of Diversity in P-12 Classrooms

University of Phoenix and the National Network of State Teachers of the Year release white paper as "canary call" to improve students' cultural and academic edification through diversification of the teaching profession

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