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Michelle Obama is Bringing Her 'Becoming' Book Tour to Houston

Former first lady Michelle Obama is coming to Houston! Her book tour is doing so well that she has added more tour dates and Houston made the list.

Local Barbers Clean Up Southeast Houston Homeless

A gym owner and two barbers have teamed up to give the homeless in their southeast Houston community new looks. Luis Torres, owner of Powerhouse Houston, collects clothing donations from gym members. Two haircutting cousins, Abraham Orozco and Mario Tapia, were inspired to join in the effort.

UNCF Report Shows HBCUs Positive, Multi-Billion Dollar Impact on U.S. Economy

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) released a new report on the economic impact historically Black colleges and universities have on the nation’s economy. The study prepared by the University of Georgia’s Selig Center for Economic Growth, found that the nation’s HBCUs contribute nearly $15 billion to the nation’s economy.

Fraternity’s Philanthropy Pays Big Dividends for Young Men, Community

When Shareef McDonald was 14 years old, his family was looking for something to steer him away from crime and violence in their Chicago community. Though Shareef was only in the 9th grade, he’d already lost classmates to homicide and feared a similar fate. Once he got connected to the Chicago Kappa League; his whole world-view changed. His grades improved, he earned scholarships to Ivy League schools and studied aboard. He graduated and now has a successful banking career.

Indigenous and Black children increasingly experiencing racism, new study shows

A growing percentage of Indigenous and Black parents in the United States reported that their children have faced racist experiences, according to a study published in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.

Performing Arts Houston Announces New/Now Commissioning Project Winners

Advancing a project spotlighting and supporting working Houston artists, Performing Arts Houston announces the winners of the second annual New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Project. The four winners, reflecting the diversity of arts in our city, represent a wide range of artistic genres, creative voices, and cultural backgrounds:

What's Really Going On with LAMIK Founder Kim Roxie

I have to tell you, ladies, what's really been going on. Some of you who have been with me from the early days know me as a small business owner and makeup artist. Who consistently talked about how important it is for us to use clean and green beauty products.

Midtown Houston Commits to Mobility by Expanding Houston BCycle’s Network

New Bike Share Station at Midtown Park is Eighth in the District and 89th Across Houston

Midtown Houston has just added a 13-dock Houston BCycle station to the Northeast corner of Midtown Park. Already the most walkable neighborhood in Houston according to Walk Score, Midtown’s addition of an eighth Houston BCycle station represents its continued commitment to mobility for residents and visitors alike. (See full map of stations here).

Houston-Based Mattress Firm Launches Exclusive Houston Texans Mattress Line

The Houston Texans and Mattress Firm are thrilled to announce a new product line dedicated to Texans fans. Fans can purchase the exclusive Houston Texans product line from all 106 Mattress Firm stores in Greater Houston. In partnership with the Mattress Firm, the Houston Texans are working to make sure super fans are getting the best night sleep for an unbeatable value.

Middle school teacher arrested after allegedly threatening to behead Muslim student who said Israeli flag offended her

A Georgia middle school teacher was arrested last week after multiple witnesses told authorities he threatened to behead a 13-year-old Muslim student who said the Israeli flag hanging in his classroom offended her.

FACTS ARE FACTS: The Dynamic Influence of the Hispanic Community in Houston and a Glimpse into the Upcoming HHCC - DATA SUMMIT at The Federal Reserve

Beneath the vast Texan skies, the city of Houston in Harris County is a bustling hub of energy, innovation, and cultural richness. Its vibrant tapestry showcases a mosaic of diverse communities, but one in particular dazzles with a brilliance that’s impossible to overlook — the Hispanic community. Their soaring numbers, increasing economic influence, and radiant cultural contributions make them an integral part of Houston’s heartbeat. As the city eagerly anticipates the Houston Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce - DATA SUMMIT at The Federal Reserve on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, let’s delve into why this community’s numbers and stories are truly unparalleled.

European study finds action video games can help a child's reading ability

A team of researchers in Italy and Switzerland found that children can achieve long-term reading improvements by playing as little as two hours of action video games per week.

Lancôme and Lupita Nyong'o Award Scholarships to 40 Finalists of the NAACP's Act-So Competition Through the Write Her Future Scholarship Fund

After providing mentoring and career services to ACT-SO applicants, year one of Lancôme's partnership with the NAACP for Write Her Future culminated in the donation of $400,000 in scholarships.

Actress Elise Neal Launches Fitness Boot Camp in Houston During Super Bowl LI

At 50 years old award-winning actress Elise Neal has a body that defies age, and she has expanded her mission to inspire others from the big screen to the gym. The Elise Neal Body Boot Camp is an interactive and intimate fitness fan engagement experience. Not only will participants get to participate in a boot camp session crafted by the former Broadway dancer herself, but also they will gain insight on what it means to live a healthy lifestyle.

T. Ellis Juneteenth Historical Art Exhibition at the Texas State Capitol

Ted T. Ellis, professional artist for more that 25 years, and is currently pursuing his Masters in Museum Studies. He is the art ambassador for the National Juneteenth Organization and has been selected to showcase five of his historical paintings from his Juneteenth Freedom Project and Emancipation Series at the Texas State Capitol in Austin, TX on June 18, 19, 2018.

Union Pacific Mobilizes Community Support for Groundbreaking Soil Testing Initiative in Houston's Fifth Ward

Proactive Testing Initiative Unveiled as Union Pacific Reinforces Its Long-Term Dedication to Community Transparency and Safety

Union Pacific Railroad has escalated its commitment to ensuring a healthy and sustainable future for residents of Houston’s Fifth Ward by unveiling a comprehensive soil sampling program. Collaborating with esteemed organizations like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), City of Houston, Harris County, and Bayou City Initiative (BCI), the railroad giant aims to gather crucial data on soil conditions near the former Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) site, an area already benefitting from Union Pacific's rigorous remediation efforts.

Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital Celebrates 30th Birthday and Raises $3.1 Million at Annual Memorial Hermann Circle of Life Gala

Memorial Hermann Foundation celebrated the 30th anniversary of Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital at its annual Circle of Life Gala on Saturday, April 29. The festive birthday “CELEBRATION”-themed event was held at the Hilton Americas-Houston and chaired by Memorial Hermann System Board members Diane and Bill Campbell and Elizabeth and Will Galtney. With more than 1,600 guests in attendance including KHOU’s Len Cannon as emcee, the gala raised $3.1 million to benefit Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital’s specialty programs and services.

Houston's Sunnyside to Blossom with $28.3 Million Hill at Sims Regional Park

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and the Houston Parks Board are set to elevate Sunnyside's greenspace with the approval of the last major funding piece for the $28.3 million Hill at Sims regional park. The Harris County Commissioners Court's recent nod secures an additional $7.5 million investment from The Brown Foundation, boosting the project's transformative impact on the community.

Three-Time GRAMMY Winner NE-YO Invests in Holberton School for Full-Stack Engineers

NE-YO joins school’s Board of Trustees; commits to promote greater diversity in tech industry

The idea of a coding school that charges no upfront tuition was intriguing to Ne-Yo. The Grammy Award-winning artist is certainly not the first musician to invest in Silicon Valley, but he’s one that wants to put his talents and money into helping to solve the diversity challenges facing the tech industry.

City of Houston Begins to Electrify Fleet Through a Partnership with Greenlots

Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston City Council announced approval to purchase, install and deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in various City facilities. The effort will be enabled through the City’s partnership with Greenlots, a leading EV charging solutions provider and member of the Shell group, and driven by the Houston Climate Action Plan – a strategy that sets out to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve regional air quality, and build climate resilience.

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