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Hometown NFL Star, Michael Brockers and Houston Legend, Scarface, Host Celebrity Golf Tournament Benefiting Third Ward Students
Celebs Partner with Almeda Emancipation Corridor Alliance to Kick Off Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration & Golf Benefit
The Almeda Emancipation Corridor Alliance (T.A.E.C.A.) will kick off their first-ever Juneteenth Celebration this Thursday, June 15, 2023, with some notable names at an inaugural “Celebrity June Tee Off Golf Tournament” to benefit inner-city students, at the prestigious Wildcat Golf Club (12000 Almeda Road) in Houston, Texas!
Houston's #1 Automotive Customization Shop 713 Motoring Wins Hustler Of The Year Award At Rick Ross' 2023 Promise Land Car & Bike Show!
Over the weekend, Houston's number 1 automotive customization shop, 713 Motoring, traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for Rapper Rick Ross', 2nd Annual Promise Land Car & Bike Show. With an all-black fleet of new school modern day cars, 713 Motoring CEO, Big Ash, showed up the "713 Way", winning the 2023 Hustler of The Year iced out custom Key pendant and chain! 713 Motoring is no stranger to decking out the cars of some of your favorite Celebs such as Slim Thug, DJ Chose, The Sauce Factory’s Sauce Walka, Beat King, Big Tho, projects for the legendary DJ Screw, and many more.
Texas Southern University to Lead the Way for Juneteenth Commemorations
Members of the Texas Southern University community will honor Juneteenth at several events throughout the month on campus and in the Houston region.
Spend Your Weekend at Discovery Green!
Don't let your weekend be boring. Have some fun at Discovery Green!
Communities In Schools of Houston announces Society of Petroleum Engineering scholarship recipients
Communities In Schools of Houston, an educational nonprofit, announces recipients of the Society of Petroleum Engineering (Guff Coast Section) scholarships for students starting the 2023-24 academic year. The scholarships will provide $12,000 to each recipient, renewable for eight college semesters ($1,500 per semester) to help fund their higher education in an energy-related field.
Houston Housing Authority (HHA) Unveils State-of-the-Art Training Center, Revolutionizing Affordable Housing Education and Management
The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) is proud to announce the unveiling of their new, first-of-its-kind Training Center, representing a major milestone in advancing the affordable housing industry. In partnership with Nan McKay (NMA), a leading organization known for delivering innovative solutions for communities nationwide, HHA will provide comprehensive training courses for housing authorities, property management companies, and municipalities here locally and across the country.
San Francisco Man Sentenced to 50 Years In Prison For Murder of Houston Police Chief Finner’s Nephew
A San Francisco man who came to Houston regularly was sentenced to 50 years in prison Friday for shooting a friend in 2018 to steal his jewelry and belongings, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
BET Awards 2023 nominations announced
The nominees for this years BET Awards were announced Thursday.
Bun B’s Trill Burgers opens its brick-and-mortar location in Houston
Highly-anticipated smashburger concept is now open for business with extended pop-up location
Trill Burgers, Houston’s acclaimed homegrown smashburger concept from legendary rapper Bun B, opens its first brick-and-mortar location today, June 7, at 11 a.m. Located in Montrose at 3607 S Shepherd Dr. at Richmond Avenue, the 3,236-square-foot restaurant will serve as an extended pop-up location for six months while Trill Burgers searches for a permanent home in the Houston area. Soft opening hours will be seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with additional hours to be announced.
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement Named Ally Grand Marshall for Houston Pride Parade
Pride Houston 365 has announced that Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee will serve as the Ally Grand Marshal for the 45th annual Houston Pride Parade.
Houston Health Department Expanding Opportunities for Diverse Businesses
Abbott-LISC Funding: This source of lending capital was made available nationally to support the growth of diverse companies in the healthcare supply chain. This initiative will provide diverse small business owners with the tailored solutions, support and resources they need to compete, grow and create jobs.
Houston Council Races Are Crowding
While most of the focus is on who is running for president in 2024 or even who is running for mayor this year, Houston has five at-large City Council members elected citywide, and 11 district City Council members who vote on the mayor's $6.2 billion budget, every expenditure over $50,000, city laws called ordinances, and the care for local citizens' needs.
New Harris County Program Helps Struggling Families With Financial Instability
Harris County officials recently introduced a groundbreaking pilot program called "Uplift Harris" aimed at assisting low-income residents facing financial instability. This initiative, funded through the federal American Rescue Plan Act, will provide eligible individuals with a monthly stipend of $500 for up to 18 months. With an allocated budget of $20.5 million, the program will be overseen by the Harris County Public Health Department. If approved by Harris County Commissioners, this program will make Harris County the first in Texas to implement such an initiative, joining the ranks of other major metropolitan areas.
Concerns Raised Over Transparency as TEA Takes Over HISD: Houston Teachers Union President Speaks Out
The recent appointment of Mike Miles as the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) has sparked concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Miles has wasted no time in introducing a series of reforms, including the implementation of a pay-for-performance system and the New Education System (NES) program. While these changes aim to improve instructional quality and address the needs of underperforming schools, there are apprehensions among the Houston Teachers Union (HFT) regarding the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.
Humanitarian Spotlight: Local Houston Couple, "The Shelton's" Make History Providing Affordable Luxury Housing In Overlooked Communities
The Shelton’s are the first traditional home builder to launch a Start Engine Campaign expanding the company’s operations to provide more families the American Dream.
Mayor Turner and Department of Justice Announce Resolution Ending Investigation into City of Houston's Response to Illegal Dumping
Mayor Sylvester Turner and U. S. Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Kristen Clarke announced a voluntary resolution agreement concluding the Department of Justice's investigation into the City of Houston's response to illegal dumping. U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani for the Southern District of Texas also attended the important announcement.
Commissioner Lesley Briones Makes History by Establishing First LGBTQIA+ Commission
Commission will advise Harris County to advance equality and better serve residents
In a 4-1 vote, Harris County Commissioners approved the creation of the County's first LGBTQIA+ Commission.
Mayor Turner Invites Proposals to Endorse for National Endowment for the Arts Grant, "Our Town"
The City of Houston is calling for proposals for creative placemaking projects that Mayor Sylvester Turner would endorse for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant program called Our Town.
Harris County DA's Office: 75-Year-Old Houston Child Molester Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
A 75-year-old child molester has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old in 2011, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
City of Houston Completes Resilient Sidewalks Plan, Establishes Guidelines to Create a Safe and More Reliable Pedestrian Network
The City of Houston has completed the Resilient Sidewalks Plan for the communities of Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens. The City of Houston received Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery 2017 (CDBG-DR 17) funds for planning activities after Hurricane Harvey.
