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KTSU 90.9 FM celebrating 50 years of broadcast excellence with Backyard Party

Texas Southern University’s award-winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” is celebrating its 50th anniversary of service to the Houston community with a Backyard Party.

Superstar Lil Nas X Adds Electrifying Shows in Dallas and Houston in October

Today, multi-platinum, award-winning superstar Lil Nas X has announced that he will bring his first ever tour to the 713 Music Hall in Houston, TX, on Tuesday, October 11, and the Pavilion at Toyota Music Hall in Dallas, TX, on Wednesday, October 12.

TPPF CEO: Washington Will Not Save Lives Policymakers in the states must act to secure schools and protect students

The Texas Public Policy Foundation’s CEO Greg Sindelar released the following statement on the “Safer Communities Act” being debated in the U.S. Senate:

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Texts between aides reveal role Sen. Ron Johnson played in pushing 'fake' Trump electors

The House select committee on Tuesday unveiled new information showing the role that Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson played in pushing "fake" electors for then-President Donald Trump on January 6, 2021.

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Transgender women banned from playing in women's international rugby league matches

The global governing body for rugby league has banned transgender women from playing in women's international matches until further notice.

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Chaka Khan, Khalid, Ne-Yo and more light up the stage at CNN's 'Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom'

CNN's inaugural "Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom" concert was a moving commemoration of history and a joyous night of music. The Hollywood Bowl event celebrated Juneteenth, the holiday that marks the end of slavery in the US. From icons like Earth Wind & Fire to R&B stars like Khalid, Black artists across genres took the stage on Sunday.

Altuve, Alvarez Lead in All-Star Voting

MLB released first All-Star balloting update today

Jose Altuve (second base) and Yordan Alvarez (DH) are the leading vote-getters thus far at their respective positions for the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. MLB released the first balloting update today.

Gospel Legend Kim Burrell Releases New Music Video

Stellar & Dove Award Winner Teams Up with Grammy Nominated Songwriter-Producer Travis Malloy on Inspirational New Single

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Astros Erupt In The Sixth Inning En Route To A Blowout Victory Over The White Sox

“Hitting is contagious and no one likes to be left out,” said Astros manager Dusty Baker about the dynamic sixth inning.

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FIFA introduces innovative music strategy including new podcast series featuring Liam Payne and world’s leading football players and musicians

Today FIFA and Universal Music Group (UMG) announce the launch of FIFA Sound, a strategy to connect with audiences worldwide through shared passions of football and music and the PLAY ON podcast, hosted by chart-topping artist Liam Payne, which will feature the world’s leading football players, alongside musicians.PlayOn is the first of many new initiatives that FIFA will be launching in 2021 and beyond as part of its strategic collaboration with Universal Music Group for Brands – a division of Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment. The first episode of PLAYON, featuring Ivan Rakitic & Morat is available to stream here now: https://fifa.lnk.to/PlayOnEpisode1PR!FIFA Future episode guests will include: Carli Lloyd, Asisat Oshoala, Lele Pons, Tiwa Savage, Wretch 32, Deyna Castellanos and many more.

METRO Juneteenth Holiday Schedule

In observance of the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday, METRO will operate on a regular Sunday schedule for all services on Sunday, June 19, 2022, and a regular weekday schedule for all services on the observed federal holiday, Monday, June 20.

Power Home Remodeling Enacts Annual Juneteenth Initiative for Employees

Nation's leading home remodeler recognizes holiday through national celebration, education, and community give-back — not just a day off

Power Home Remodeling ("Power"), the nation's leading exterior home remodeler and nationally-recognized top workplace, will kick off their inaugural Juneteenth Initiative this year by hosting a three-day celebration in Atlanta, Georgia, focused on education, community service, and celebrating Black history, flying in employees from all across the U.S.

New Community-Owned Marketplace Bringing the Real-World to the Metaverse

ClubRare is making a huge splash in the NFT world by bringing it to the mainstream. The NFTs aren't just digital goods, but represent ownership of a real-world authenticated collectible. These NFTs are traded in the ClubRare collector-focused economy, and brought to life in the Metaverse.

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Celebrate Juneteenth With Captain Zero: Into the Abyss An Animated Action Film

Virtual Film Screen Raises Awareness About Mental Illness in Black Community

Captain Zero: Into The Abyss is a coming of age film that explores the psyche of Xerxes Hughes, a teenager whose double life as a superhero and struggles with depression are causing him to experience blackouts. Lamard Cher-Aime, a finalist winner in the 2021 Ida B. Wells Fund competition, will debut his virtual animated action film on Juneteenth (June 19) from 7:30 p.m EST/4:30 pm PST. Admission is free.

JPMorgan Chase Commits $30 Million to Support Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Students

Commitment will expand career pathways, student development programming and promote financial education resources on campuses

JPMorgan Chase announced an expanded five-year, $30 million commitment to the financial and career success of students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This commitment expands on the firm’s Advancing Black Pathways (ABP) initiative which launched in 2019 to chart clearer pathways toward economic success and empowerment within the Black community.

30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards honoring Black excellence to world premiere on Juneteenth at 7pm ET

Bounce, the nation's popular entertainment television network serving African Americans, will present the 30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards -- a night of inspiration, history and crowd-rousing performances celebrating African American achievements and contributions on Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19 at 7 p.m. ET.

ALEX THE ASTRONAUT Shares New Video Celebrating Friendship Through Post-Traumatic Growth - WATCH NOW!

‘HOW TO GROW A SUNFLOWER UNDERWATER’ - NEW ALBUM OUT JULY 22 LATEST ALBUM IS AN INTIMATE EXPLORATION OF POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH

Out Magazine, “Out 100” Artist: “Alex the Astronaut’s music doesn’t fit into a specific genre as much as it creates vivid worlds for the listener to live in… an angsty yet jubilant exploration of identity and self”

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Herschel Walker's campaign confirms he has a second child

The campaign of Herschel Walker publicly acknowledged this week that the Republican Senate candidate has a second son with a woman who was not his wife.

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What today's Fed rate hike means for you

The Federal Reserve is stepping up its war on inflation. That means borrowing costs are going sharply higher for families and businesses.

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Teslas using driver-assist systems were involved in 273 crashes over the past 9 months, according to NHTSA

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released on Wednesday nine months of crash data from vehicles using driver-assist technologies like Tesla Autopilot as well as fully autonomous vehicles like Waymo's robotaxis.