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Houston Philanthropist Opens New ABA Clinic To Help Youth With Special Needs

For the past 3 years, Roderick Batons has provided opportunities for those with autism and disabilities through his company, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream. After employing dozens with disabilities and seeing their passion to strive to have independence, lead, and live normal lives, Batson quickly grew a new love and respect for the disability community. On September 17th, Batson alongside his business partner Mr. Williams opened Essential Speech & ABA Clinic in Cypress. The grand opening was the ultimate family friendly and community event that consisted of food trucks, a car show, snow cones, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, face painting, tours of the facility, and a train ride around the facility.

Original King of Comedy Ced The Entertainer Stops in Houston for Comedy, Conversation, & Cocktails!

Original Kings of Comedy, Ced The Entertainer stopped at The Rockhouse Southern Kitchen on Wednesday, September 27th for an interactive event, “Comedy, Conversations, and Cocktails”! The event is a part of a 6-city tour where he is getting up close and personal with his fans.

NNPA and USBC Commend FCC for Empowering Black-Owned FM Broadcasters Through Geotargeting

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), representing the Black Press of America and 250 Black-owned media companies nationwide, proudly stands with the U.S. Black Chamber of Commerce (USBC) in expressing gratitude to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for advancing the authorization process for FM Broadcasters' geotargeting.

HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Celebrates Black History Month and Advocates for Health Equity

In a powerful statement, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra pays tribute to the Black trailblazers and visionaries who have left an indelible mark on history. As the nation observes Black History Month, Secretary Becerra emphasizes the crucial role of Black leaders in health and human services and underscores the ongoing commitment to ensuring equitable access to healthcare for Black communities.

Harris County Wins Court Order Temporarily Blocking Abolishment of Elections Office

A Travis County District Court has sided with Harris County on its request to temporarily block Senate Bill 1750—which abolishes the Harris County Elections Administrator’s Office—from going into effect. The court concluded Harris County is likely to prevail on its claim that SB1750 violates the Texas constitution’s prohibition on local laws, and issued a temporary injunction preventing state officials from enforcing the law until the lawsuit concludes.

Travis Scott releases new album ‘Utopia,’ but not how he originally planned

Travis Scott has released his new album, “Utopia.” Scott had originally planned to perform new songs from the album during a concert at the Pyramids of Giza, but that was canceled on July 26 over “complex production issues.” The show is still being rescheduled but so far no date has been announced.

Spring 2024 Leadership Training Applications Open for Complete Communities University

Application Deadline – February 9, 2024, 5 p.m.

The Department of Neighborhoods (DON) invites aspiring leaders to apply for enrollment in the Complete Communities University (CCU) Spring 2024 leadership training course. The 8-week course is designed for emerging leaders committed to making a positive impact in their communities.

School Workers Strike in Nation's 2nd Largest District

A union representing 30,000 Los Angeles school custodians, cafeteria workers, bus drivers and other support staff launched a three-day strike Tuesday, effectively stopping classes for more than a half million students in the nation's second-largest school district. United Teachers LA, a union representing about 30,000 teachers, kick off a solidarity strike to support the workers union.

Trump Nominee With Ties to Putin Faces Confirmation Hearing

Rex Tillerson faces a grilling Wednesday at his Senate confirmation hearing to be secretary of state that comes after CNN reported that Russia may have compromising information about President-elect Donald Trump.

Hillary Clinton Calls Trump's Budget A 'Grave Mistake'

Hillary Clinton again waded into politics Friday, months after losing the 2016 election, by slamming President Donald Trump's proposed budget blueprint at Georgetown University.

Some of the most frequently banned books feature LGBTQ stories, library association says

Some school libraries ban books because characters use witchcraft. Others do because of profanity or sexual content, or because of uncomfortable themes like racism.

Texas governor's website continues to tout shotgun giveaway in aftermath of school shooting

A gunman armed with a .38 revolver and a shotgun walked into Santa Fe High School in Texas on Friday and killed 10 people, according to authorities. Two days later, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is still touting a shotgun giveaway on his website.

Amalgamated Transit Union applauds Senate passage of Stimulus Bill, $25 billion in critical emergency funding for public transit

Union urges House to pass bill

Citing the $25 billion in critical emergency funding for public transportation systems, the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) applauds the Senate passage of a $2 trillion stimulus package amid the coronavirus pandemic.

All-Female Officials Team to Referee Title Game in CIAA, the Nation’s 1st African-American Football Conference

Her son, Amadious, demanded that she quit one of her jobs so he could see more of her at home.

Biden replaces controversial White House physician

President Joe Biden has replaced the controversial White House physician who offered misleading information about President Donald Trump's coronavirus diagnosis last fall.

Illinois bar opening event linked to 46 Covid-19 cases, a school closure and hospitalization, CDC report says

A rural Illinois bar opening event in February was linked to a Covid-19 outbreak of at least 46 cases, a school closure and the hospitalization of a long-term care facility resident, according to a United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report.

'Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul' finds dark satire in a disgraced megachurch

Adapted from a film short into a movie, "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul" exhibits the strain of the magnification process -- as premises go, feeling a little light in terms of the collection plate. The central performances, however, make this dark satire awkwardly watchable, with Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall as the disgraced pastor and his wife desperately plotting a comeback.

Americans are piling up credit card debt as they struggle to keep up with the high cost of living

Americans are piling up credit card debt as they struggle to keep up with the high cost of living.

Demetria McKinney "Easy"

Vocal powerhouse Demetria McKinney is a triple threat in the truest sense of the term. She is an award-winning actress who has played diverse roles on the big and small screens as well as the stage. She is a talented singer with a rich voice requiring zero studio enhancements. And she is a skillful songwriter who generously expresses emotions in a way that instantly connects with listeners. Demetria McKinney "Easy"

2x Grammy Winning Arrested Development Brings Balance to Hip-Hop with New Single & Video “In 1 Day”

Arrested Development (AD) are true trailblazers within music. They first blew people’s minds in 1991, championing hip-hop from the south while spreading a unique mixture of consciousness and musicality to the scene. Their southern style came before the releases Outkast and other southern rap movements. Lead vocalist, Speech’s melodic rap style was prior to Bone Thugs n Harmony, Nelly or Drake, they were also among the first to have both men and women in the same hip-hop group. Awarded as one of the greatest hip-hop artists of all time by VH-1, Arrested Development always brought an alternative to gangsta rap lyrics while maintaining respect for their peers.

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