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Andre Johnson Day: Houston Texans Defeat Arizona Cardinals

The Houston Texans gave the franchise leader in receiving yards, receptions, and touchdowns, Andre Johnson the best gift he could receive on the official, “Andre Lamont Johnson Day,” a victory. Houston ended a three-game losing streak by defeating the Arizona Cardinals 31-21 in front of a very enthusiastic crowd who came to celebrate with the hometown hero.

National Civil Rights Leaders Decry Raw Racism of Trump

Amidst Principled Negotiations on the Dream Act, Trump Shows That One Value Drives His Decisions Above All Others: White Supremacy

Yesterday, the raw racism of Donald Trump and those driving his immigration and other policy making decisions were on full display as he called for fewer Black people to be admitted into the United States in favor of white immigrants. This morning, the President doubled down on his comments offering a weak justification for his racist viewpoint.

Always...Patsy Cline Kicks off Stages' 45th Season

After a wildly successful premiere at Stages 35 years ago, Always...Patsy Cline is back and better than ever to kick off the 2023-'24 season. Written by Stages' Founding Artistic Director Ted Swindley, and directed by current Artistic Director Kenn McLaughlin in his final season, Always...Patsy Cline is a Houston story full of joy, friendship, and beloved hits such as “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “I Fall To Pieces,” and “Crazy.” This is Patsy's eighth run at Stages and the fifth time Kenn has directed this beloved show.

Texas Department of Criminal Justice Success Story: Calvin Lee Patterson Apprehended - A Lesson in Swift Justice

In a recent turn of events, Calvin Lee Patterson, an inmate at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), found himself back in custody after a daring escape attempt. The saga unfolded as Patterson was captured by vigilant TDCJ staff merely 2.5 miles from the Stringfellow Unit, his erstwhile confinement. Employing an impressive display of canine prowess, TDCJ scent dogs played a pivotal role in tracking down the fugitive, ensuring his swift apprehension.

Houston Texans Founder, Senior Chairman & CEO Robert C. McNair Passes Away

Houston Texans Founder, Senior Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert C. McNair passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018 at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife, Janice, sons, Cal and Cary, daughters, Ruth and Melissa, 15 grandchildren (10 granddaughters, five grandsons) and two great grandsons.

Houston Entrepreneurs Organization, Jim McVaugh, McVaugh Custom Homes is Texas’ Only Residential Builder to Win the Industry’s Highest Honor, a Gold Award.

The Royal Oaks Courtyard Villa’s serve as Houston's premiere modern, guard-gated, luxury single-family development. The Courtyard Villas is Texas’ first ever fully LEED certified community and is a combination of the latest and greatest in modern home building. Located just 6.5 miles from the Galleria, this community offers the ultimate in luxury and affordability.

Melinda Spaulding Chevalier named VP for public affairs at Rice

Melinda Spaulding Chevalier, an Emmy Award-winning communicator, brand strategist, crisis management expert and community affairs leader, has been named Rice University’s next vice president for public affairs.

Cardinals Fined, Must Give Up Draft Picks After Astros Hacking Scandal

Major League Baseball has ruled that the St. Louis Cardinals have to hand over their top two draft picks and pay the Houston Astros $2 million after Chris Correa, the team's former director of scouting was found guilty of hacking the rival team's player roster.

Cancer-Causing Dioxin Soil Found in Houston Area

Houston Health Department detects cancer-causing dioxinin soil sampling around contaminated Union Pacific rail yard

Rockets Head Coach Stephen Silas Sees Late Season Growth In Team

“We very rarely give up,” said Rockets head coach Stephen Silas after Wednesday’s loss to Utah. “Tonight, especially, they just fought and fought and found it. They just stayed with it and kept fighting. They got down and fought back. This team has a lot of fight, character, and grit, and we are learning.”

Civic Heart Community Services Relocates to One Emancipation Center

New office provides collaborative space, synergy with like-minded non-profit organizations to create a thriving Third Ward community

Civic Heart Community Services (Civic Heart) relocated its headquarters to One Emancipation Center at 3131 Emancipation Avenue in Houston’s Third Ward in June 2023. The 34-year-old organization, the largest black-founded non-profit organization in the Gulf coast region, formerly known as Change Happens!, recently announced its name change to Civic Heart Community Services.

Houston Native Serves with U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron in San Diego

A 2010 Channel View High School graduate and Houston native is serving in the U.S. Navy with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Weapons School Pacific at Naval Station North Island in Coronado, California.

SmartScaping Expands Community Program to Help Houston Youth with Jobs, New HISD Co-Op Program, Paid Student Internships

SmartScaping Landscaping & Design, a premiere Black-owned, Houston-based landscaping maintenance and design company, is expanding their “SmartScaping Cares” community program to offer students, age 16-25, immediate employment opportunities, paid internships as part of an upcoming Co-Op Program in partnership with HISD schools, and a career path toward entrepreneurship in the landscaping industry!

White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities Names 2023 HBCU Scholars

The White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities announces its ninth cohort of HBCU Scholars, recognizing 102 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from 29 different states and countries for their accomplishments in academics, leadership, civic engagement and much more. The 2023 HBCU scholars are the largest cohort since the inception of this recognition program in 2014 and represent a record number of institutions, with the HBCU participation rate now over 70 percent.

Houston’s Bright Star In The TX 18th Congressional District Race

The political arena of Texas has been set ablaze with the dynamism of Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards. In an impressive feat, Edwards has garnered over $1 million in funds in a mere span of less than 4 months. This monumental achievement underscores her position as the undeniable frontrunner for the TX 18th Congressional District Race.

Jim Parsons Buys Out Hidden Figures Screening in Houston This Sunday!

Houstonian Jim Parsons, star of The Big Bang Theory and currently featured in the film HIDDEN FIGURES, has joined his fellow HIDDEN FIGURES cast mates in buying out a screening of the movie and offering those tickets free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis to families in need.

Members of the Fifth Ward Community Protest Budget Cuts to Superfund Site

In Houston’s historic Fifth Ward, neighbors worry that politics and profits are taking priority over cleaning up their community. Neighbors are saying their community is surrounded by toxic hazards and instead of cleaning up their neighborhood they are being further boxed in by the chemicals to make room for new development. It something they told News Fix is environmental racism.

Council Member Dwight Boykins' 2nd Chance Job Fair Recap

On September 21, 2017, I hosted the third annual 2nd Chance Job Fair, where we had over 4,000 participants and over 60 vendors post Hurricane Harvey. There were many people who were hired on the spot and those who are scheduled for interviews. I would like to thank the many volunteers who came out and our special guest, Mayor Sylvester Turner, Pastor Suzette Caldwell, Mr. Charles Wolf of Arcadis, our 2nd Chance Speaker Mr. Thomas Jackson, and Houston Legend Scarface. I am truly thankful for being able to assist those in need of a second chance.

Rep. Coleman to File Bill to Re-establish and Improve Texas’ Health Disparities Office

Today, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) announced that he will be introducing legislation next session to re-establish and improve Texas’ health disparities office:

Get Fit Thursdays at Urban South - HTX

Challenge and reward yourself at Urban South - HTX this new year! Every Thursday, the Sawyer Yards brewery is hosting a free run club and yoga event. Guests can work up a sweat and then celebrate with a cold beer of their choice.

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