“Tavi” Takes Footwear Experimentation To Soaring New Heights
If you’re struggling to decide between shoes and sandals this spring, then why not compromise somewhere in the middle? Los Angeles-based sportswear label BrandBlack has teamed up with fashion designer Willy Chavaria for a hybrid creation that pushes the technical boundaries of footwear engineering.
HCDE Tidwell Head Start Program Recruits Students Ages 3-5 for Immediate Openings
Harris County Department of Education Head Start Tidwell Center located at 8302 John Ralston Rd. is recruiting students ages 3-5. The program ensures future success for students both academically and socially and provides comprehensive health, education, nutrition and financial services to the families.
Talente Texans Named Rodeo Rockstar Champions at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Young musical talents took the Stars Over Texas Stage at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 21, for the final round of the 2017 Rodeo Rockstar competition.
Mayor Turner Urges Congress to Maintain Meals on Wheels
Mayor Sylvester Turner issued the following statement regarding proposed federal budget cuts that would seriously reduce funding for the Meals on Wheels program in Houston.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 4002 Corder
Houston police are investigating the apparent accidental shooting of two men at 4002 Corder about 1:10 a.m. today (March 22).
Adidas Sues ASICS For Infringing On Fitness Tracking Patents
Another day another footwear company allegedly stealing ideas from a competitor, as adidas and adidas America have filed a federal lawsuit against ASICS America, claiming that the company has infringed on 10 fitness tracking patents.
Houston McDonald's Restaurants to Give Free Breakfast to Students and Teachers for STAAR Test on Mar. 28
3rd to 8th grade students and teachers to receive free breakfast on the first day of STAAR testing
On Tuesday, March 28, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., Houston area McDonald’s restaurants will provide free breakfast to students taking the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) test and their teachers.
It’s Morphin’ Time With The PINTRILL x Power Rangers Capsule
Following their special release for NBA All-Star Weekend, Brooklyn-based PINTRILL debuts its latest capsule in conjunction with Power Rangers.
Vans & Urban Outfitters Tap Sasha Lane To Represent Outspoken Women Everywhere
Vans and Urban outfitters have cooked one up for all the ladies out there. The retailer and brand came together to produce a limited capsule celebrating authenticity, self-expression, and individual style.
Anicorn Launches “The Trio of Time” Artist Watch Series
Independent watchmaker and design studio Anicorn present “The Trio of Time,” the first installment in an ongoing artist collaboration, aimed at bringing together international perspectives on time. The project will in turn follow the Anicorn founders as they travel to various cities and join forces with prominent designers to create new timepieces.
See Prague’s Street Style Stars Killing It in Distressed Denim
It seems the Czechs are no strangers to the art of peacocking at fashion week, and as you can see above, they served a smorgasbord of trend-led inspo. As expected, there was plenty of retro sportswear, motocross gear, deconstructed tailoring, and vintage band tees.
CRACKXCOCAINE: The Drug-Fueled Brand Putting Mexico City On The Streetwear Map
The rotation of so-called “hype” labels in the streetwear community has been steady for several years now. Supreme, Palace, BAPE, YEEZY, Gosha Rubchinskiy, OFF-WHITE. When it comes to igniting consumerist hysteria among stylish youngsters, these guys stand unconquered – at least within the mainstream.
KAWS & Uniqlo’s Peanuts Collection Is Dropping Next Month
Following up their all-conquering collection from last summer, legendary graffiti artist Brian “KAWS” Donnelly has announced yet another project with Japanese retailer Uniqlo. This time, the Peanuts crew is coming along for the ride.
Drake's "More Life" Shatters Apple Music Streaming Record
"More Life" streamed 89.9 million times in its first 24 hours on Apple Music.
Rick Ross Announces Title To Tenth Studio Album
Rick Ross says his 10th album will be the sequel to his 2006 debut "Port Of Miami."
Lil Yachty Begs YG To Send Him His "Teenage Emotions" Verse
Lil Yachty declares YG as the first known feature on his debut album, "Teenage Emotions" ... if he ever gets his verse, that is.
Drake’s “More Life” To Receive The Chopped & Screwed Treatment Soon
OG Ron C & The Chopstars are about to re-work Drake's new album "More Life."
Chance The Rapper Reaches Agreement In Child Support Case
Chance The Rapper & his baby mama have reached an agreement in their child support case.
Nicki Minaj Surpasses Aretha Franklin For Most Billboard Hot 100 Entries By Female Artist
Nicki Minaj breaks the record held by Aretha Franklin for the most Hot 100 entries of any female artist.
Rajon Rondo Says Ray Allen Won't Be Invited To Celtics' 10-Year Championship Reunion
“I asked a couple of the guys. I got a no, a no head shake.”
Rick Ross Explains Motivation Behind Birdman Diss "Idols Become Rivals"
Rick Ross opens up about his diss towards Birdman, "Idols Become Rivals."
Wyclef Jean Handcuffed By LAPD After Being Confused For Robbery Suspect: Report
Police kept Wyclef in handcuffs for six minutes early Tuesday morning.
Big Sean Launches 'Mogul Prep' Program For Inner City Youth
Sean Don gives back to his community with the help of his mom.
The Danger of Drinking Alcohol While Your Skin is Exposed to the Sun -- Many Blacks Still in Denial
Most skin cancers are caused by direct exposure to the UV rays in sunlight, according to the American Cancer Society. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage DNA in the cells in the body, which in turn may lead to cancer. But there is something else that can also increase skin cancer risk that many African Americans are in denial about. What is it?
Ivanka Trump to Get Top Security Clearance and Office, WH Official Says
Ivanka Trump will work out of an office in the West Wing and get a security clearance, a White House official told CNN Monday.
Suspect Arrested, Other Victims Sought in Sexual Assault Investigation
Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested and believed responsible for at least 10 sexual assault incidents in the northeast Houston and Harris County areas.
MMA Fighter War Machine Convicted Of 29 Felonies Over Assault Of Christy Mack
War Machine faces life in prison without parole.
Nicki Minaj Announces Song With Lil Wayne & David Guetta
"Light My Body Up" drops Friday, March 24th.
Metal Band Cradle Of Filth Shades Kanye West For Wearing Their Shirt
The metal fashion trend finally hits a rough patch.
Apple Is Exploring A Bunch Of AR Features For The Next iPhone, Says Bloomberg
We’ve been hearing a lot about Apple’s ambitions with augmented reality, and a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman adds to the intrigue. As similar stories have said in the past, Apple is reportedly working on AR glasses (which won’t be ready for a while) and plans to put augmented reality features in the next iPhone. It’s got “hundreds of engineers” working on the tech, says Gurman, including individuals poached from Microsoft’s HoloLens team and Facebook-owned Oculus. Here’s Gurman on what the first iPhone AR tools might look like:
Stephen Hawking Is Going To Space On a Virgin Galactic Flight Thanks To Sir Richard Branson
Professor Stephen Hawking knows a lot about space – and now he’s announced that he is actually going there.
R & B Starlet Coline Creuzot Lives the “High Life” with New Single
Houstonian R&B Chart Topping Singer-Songwriter Releases Smoky 2017 Single
Houston’s own and one of R&B’s most promising voices, Coline Creuzot is soaring high today with her hot single, “High Life”. Fresh off the heels of her hit 2016 single “Truth Is” which climbed to #24 on the Billboard Adult R&B/Contemporary charts, “High Life” is available for streaming on the artist’s Soundcloud page. Written by Dallas Blocker (Bun B, Rick Ross, Paul Wall) and produced by J Sounds, “High Life” is a must-add to any summer playlist.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 12647 Ashford Meadow Drive
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 12647 Ashford Meadow Drive at about 1:20 a.m. on Sunday (March 19).
LGBTQ+ YouTubers Demand Answers After Videos Hidden In 'Restricted Mode'
Several popular LGBTQ+ YouTube vloggers have claimed that YouTube is using the site's "restricted mode" to hide some of their videos.
New Artwork Illuminates Houston’s Past with Multisensory Experience
The Bagby Street passage under Bayou Place, between Capitol Street and Texas Avenue, is now home to the newest addition to the City’s Art Collection. The Houston Oracle in Two Parts by sculptor Stephen Korns honors the city’s history while also improving the pedestrian experience in the Theater District. Korns used photographs, video, sound, reclaimed materials and special lighting to turn the underpass into a multimedia work of art. Like the artist’s signature Lunar Lighting project along Buffalo Bayou, the lighting for this new artwork changes nightly with the lunar cycle.
Two Executives to Leave Uber, Adding to Departures
The number of executive departures from Uber is growing.
Judy Smith, Impetus for Popular TV Series Scandal to Keynote TSU’s Maroon & Gray Affair Signature Fundraiser
Judy Smith, president of Smith & Company, a top strategic and crisis communication firm in Washington, DC, will serve as keynote speaker for The Maroon & Gray Affair, a black-tie fund-raiser for Texas Southern University. The gala will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel Houston.
Penélope Cruz To Play Donatella Versace In 'American Crime Story'
Ryan Murphy has found his Donatella Versace.
NABJ Congratulates Rashida Jones, Senior VP of Specials for NBC News and MSNBC
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) extends congratulations to longtime NABJ member Rashida Jones, who was recently appointed Senior Vice President of Specials for NBC News and MSNBC. She was previously managing editor of MSNBC 's day side programming.
Richard Hammond injured After Grand Tour Crash In Mozambique
TV presenter assures fans ‘I’m fine’ after falling off motorbike in remote part of country during filming
Former 49ers Great Dwight Clark Diagnosed With ALS
Dwight Clark, the former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver known for hauling in "The Catch" from Joe Montana to secure a win over the Dallas Cowboys in the 1981 NFC Championship Game, revealed Sunday he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig's disease.
Taraji P. Henson Wants To Play A Marvel Superhero. Someone Make This Happen.
Taraji P. Henson’s career has been on fire. From playing a quick-witted, formerly incarcerated music executive Cookie Lyons on Empire to a brilliant NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, Henson’s made it pretty clear that she likes to keep us on our feet.
Houston Sailor Serves On the USS Bonhomme Richard
Quartermaster Seaman Daija "Stella" Anderson, from Houston, determines the global position of amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) using a sextant, an instrument which measures the angle between the horizon and celestial bodies.
Meet The New Kid On ‘Sesame Street’: Julia, A Muppet With Autism
Big Bird learns that his new friend does things a bit differently, and that’s OK.
2 children accidentally shot outside Fort Worth Chuck E. Cheese's
Two children were shot accidentally outside the Chuck E. Cheese’s on Southwest Loop 820 near Hulen Mall.
Cyberbullying Victims' Families Rally For Awareness, Legislative Changes
On one of the last days of Spring Break, students, teachers and the families of cyber bullying victims rallied at La Marque High School's Etheredge Stadium.
Harden Has 40 In Triple-Double, Rockets Top Nuggets 109-105
James Harden scored 40 points and finished with a triple-double as the Houston Rockets snapped the Denver Nuggets' four-game winning streak with a 109-105 victory Saturday night.
