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Taste of Rosenberg Showcases Local Restaurants in Free Tasting Night

Do you fancy yourself a foodie? Are you always asking for an appetizer, searching for a snack, and feigning for something free?

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Public Utility Commission of Texas Approves Hiring of New CEO for The Electric Reliability Council of Texas

The Public Utility Commission of Texas today approved The Electric Reliability Council of Texas’ selection of Pablo Vegas as Chief Executive Officer. The PUCT’s approval came immediately following the ERCOT Board of Director’s vote to hire Vegas as CEO. Texas law requires Commission approval of the CEO’s appointment and compensation package.

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Free Vaccine Clinic at Windsor Village Church

The Institute for Spirituality and Health is partnering with communities to raise awareness, foster dialogue, address challenges, and provide FREE pop-up vaccine sites.

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Hyundai Unviels IONIQ 6 Electric Streamliner – EPA Rated For 303 Mile Range

Ioniq 6 Will Offer 303 miles of Driving Range To Compete with Tesla Model 3

Hyundai, this week revealed the streamlined and timeless design of the highly anticipated IONIQ 6, the second model in its IONIQ dedicated all-electric-vehicle lineup brand. IONIQ 6, which Hyundai describes as an Electrified Streamliner, is aerodynamically sculpted and makes innovative use of sustainable materials to reflect today’s EV customers’ values.

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Amanda Edwards Commits to 18th Congressional District Race Following Sheila Jackson Lee's Mayoral Loss

Following Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee's mayoral loss, Amanda Edwards aims to win the 18th Congressional District race, backed by influential groups and leaders.

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CeCe Winans Returns to Gospel With New Solo Album ‘Let Them Fall In Love’

Ten time Grammy award winning gospel artist CeCe Winans has returned to her gospel music roots with a new solo album titled ‘Let Them Fall In Love.’ The album, which debuted in February, is now on the Billboard top 200, and includes Apple music listener favorite, “Never Have to Be Alone.”

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Men’s Health Week Kicks Off Today

Passed by Congress and signed by President Clinton in 1994

National Men’s Health Week (NMHW) is charging into its 24th year today as Men’s Health Month continues all June. NMHW is celebrated each year as the week that ends on Father’s Day, June 11-17 this year. The week is celebrated around the globe as International Men’s Health Week.

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City of Houston and Comcast Launches Internet Voucher Program and Lift Zones With U.S. CARES ACT Funding

Having Internet access has always been critical in the areas of education, business, and every aspect of life. The pandemic has created an even bigger need for connectivity and pointed out the many who were left behind due to a lack of services. Numerous programs exist to try to alleviate this problem. However, there are still some who have been overlooked. Houston Mayor Turner has a “not in my city stance” and has once again collaborated with Comcast to give families their must needed lifeline to get and stay connected.

YMCA of Greater Houston Spotlights Staff as 'Unsung Y Heroes' for Their Greatness and Impact to the Houston Community

Inspirational TV and social media campaign will run through Aug. 8, 2021, coinciding with the excitement of our nation’s spirit for team red, white and blue

Over the next two weeks, Houstonians will see individuals achieve amazing things on TV; but the truth is, there is greatness all around us. The YMCA of Greater Houston was inspired by this spirit and created a powerful campaign that highlights its staff as the ‘Unsung Y Heroes’ of our great nation celebrating their selfless acts that have helped shape our community. Throughout the excitement of the coverage, the community will learn about all-star Y staff through TV commercials and YMCA of Greater Houston Facebook and Instagram pages at @YMCAHouston.

Unicorn World to return to Houston April 27-28

Get ready to step into a world of magic and wonder as Unicorn World returns to Houston on April 27-28 for its second year in a row! Hosted at the George R. Brown Convention Center, this immersive and interactive event promises fun for all ages.

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Discover Black Toronto

Explore the African heritage side of Toronto, CA. Tour and eat around. Go to festivals, concerts and sporting events.

Visit Toronto and you’ll encounter one of the most multicultural/multiracial cities in the world along with a thriving Black community of 400K+ African heritage people.

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8 Ways We've Changed Since the Last Time We Had a New President

It was only eight years ago when President Obama took office, but it seems like a lifetime. Smartphones were a luxury. Donald Trump was a reality TV star. Taylor Swift sang country music. Now Obama's hair is graying, Beyoncé is an activist and Uber is a verb. Here are eight cultural touchstones that have informed our politics and showed how we, and the world, have changed.

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The big winner in Elon Musk's Twitter deal

Even the world's richest person needs financial advice. That's great news for Morgan Stanley, the investment bank of choice for Elon Musk.

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Denver Public Schools board votes to form lawsuit against social media companies

Earlier this year, the surgeon general issued the first-ever public health advisory on the negative effects of social media on young people.

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Non-profit helps young students with disabilities get driver's licenses

There's a non-profit north of Boston that's helping students of all abilities get their driver's licenses in Massachusetts.

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Carnival Corporation CEO Arnold Donald Tops List of Global Minority Business Leaders

CEO of world’s largest leisure travel company ranked first out of 100 global business executives on the 2017 EMpower 100 Ethnic Minority Leaders List

EMpower 100 celebrates the work of black, Asian and minority executives committed to workplace diversity and inclusion across businesses in U.S., Canada, U.K. and Ireland

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Americans spend more on health care, but have shorter lives

Americans spend nearly twice as much on health care as other wealthy countries, but it's not doing much to improve their health, a new study finds. The United States has the shortest life expectancy and highest infant and maternal mortality rates among any of its peers.

Building Video Games and Learning to build them? Code Ninjas to Debut in Aliana, Richmond to Teach Kids Coding in a Cool Way

Code Ninjas Center Opens May 25 and Focuses on Building Video Games, Robotics, Drones, and other Technology and STEM Camps

Say the words “video game” and your kids are bound to stop and listen. The local owners of a new Code Ninjas, a learning center that debuts in Aliana, Richmond on May 25 at 10223 West Grand Parkway S. Ste. 101, in the Target Plaza, know that video games aren’t only fun, but can be educational too. Code Ninjas will serve the local area kids by teaching children computer coding and problem-solving skills.

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The 2018 Ubiquitous Women’s Expo Takes Beauty to Another Level by Celebrating “The Power Of Us”

A two-day spectacular event featuring diverse cutting-edge brands in the Beauty, Hair and Health industries along with star-studded entertainment and dynamic panels and workshops

The 2018 Ubiquitous Women’s Expo, formerly known as The Ubiquitous Beauty | Hair | Health Expo, returns to Washington, D.C. to celebrate 5 Years of Excellence. “The Power of Us!” initiative is curated to bring women of color together in a space that revitalizes the mind, body, and soul through empowerment, collaboration and encouragement.

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Travis Scott Announces Return of Astroworld Festival, Expands to Two Days This November // Tickets On Sale May 5

Back To Back Sellouts Without A Lineup Announcement

Texas-born, GRAMMY Award-nominated, and multi-platinum hip-hop artist Travis Scott is proud to announce that his Astroworld Festival will officially return this coming fall on Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6 at NRG Park in Houston, Texas. The third annual music festival is expanding to two days this year due to overwhelming demand as well as rave reviews around the festival’s incredibly curated lineup personally selected by Scott, and an experience that fans have now come to expect from his one-of-a-kind music festival.