Is Megyn Kelly Replacing Al Roker & Tamron Hall?
With former Fox News anchor/personality Megyn Kelly‘s arrival at NBC, somebody’s got to go and that somebody is actually two people: Al Roker and Tamron Hall.
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry To Lead Energy Department
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry -- the former presidential candidate who once said he wanted to get rid of the Energy Department -- has been approved to serve as Energy secretary in President Donald Trump's administration, the Associated Press reports.
How One Patriots Super Bowl Ring Gave New Life To 24 Orphans In Thailand
Jerod Cherry was attending a religious youth conference in 2008 when he ran into a staffer who had a thought about the three Super Bowl titles he won with the New England Patriots. The gathered teens had fallen $20,000 short of their fundraising goal for building an orphanage overseas, and the staffer, Courtney Cherest, wondered whether Cherry might be in the mood to cover the difference.
Paris Jackson To Guest Star On Fox TV Drama ‘Star’
Fox TV said Monday that the daughter of the late Michael Jackson will make her acting debut this season on the drama series “Star.”
Saab Owner NEVs Cleared To Build EVs In China
National Electric Vehicle Sweden, which acquired the assets of bankrupt Swedish automaker Saab Auto, has received permission from the Chinese government to produce electric cars in an assembly plant under construction in the northeast city of Tianjin.
LeBron James Rips Charles Barkley: You're The NBA Bad Boy, Not Me
After years of being fodder for Charles Barkley to comment on in his role as an analyst on TNT's "Inside the NBA," LeBron James has heard enough.
Families Wait For Relatives To Clear Customs At IAH
At Bush Airport, families waited Monday afternoon for relatives to arrive from overseas. It could take hours for them to clear customs, even though some of them have green cards.
Madea’s Best Friend, Cassi Davis, Is Returning To Television
Cassie Davis talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about the hilarious moments on set with the cast and crew and she reveals which Tyler Perry show is returning to television screens!
Ford Criticizes Immigration Ban, Says No Employees Affected
In response to President Donald Trump’s controversial immigration ban from seven predominantly Muslim countries, Ford Motor Co. CEO Mark Fields told employees in a video message Monday that the automaker “will not support any policies” counter to its values of respect for all people.
Ex-NBA Player Stephen Jackson Says He Smoked Weed Before Games
Former NBA player Stephen Jackson says he occasionally smoked marijuana before playing in games.
Baytown Police Looking For Suspect Using Credit Card Skimmer At ATMs
Police are looking for a man who allegedly used a "skimmer" at a bank in Baytown.
Will Michael Ealy’s Character & Mary Jane Hook Up?
A new episode of Being Mary Jane airs tonight on BET and Michael Ealy has officially joined in the sexy series — but not in the role as you may think.
We Now Know The Nintendo Switch Specs
Despite the fact that it’s now had two dedicated events there are still plenty of questions being asked about the Nintendo Switch. Fortunately, many of those questions now have some answers thanks to a new specifications section on the Nintendo UK site.
Super Bowl's oldest volunteer still young at heart
More than 31,000 people applied to become Super Bowl volunteers but only 10,000 were selected.
Russell Simmons Sells RushCard For $147M
RushCard, the prepaid debit card company founded by hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, is being bought by rival Green Dot for $147 million.
Conor McGregor Turns Down Offer To Appear At WrestleMania
It’s common knowledge that Conor McGregor is in demand.
Neighbor helps blind man as 2-alarm fire burns condos in SW Houston
Neighbors are calling one resident a hero. She helped rescue a blind man who was still inside the burning homes.
Neighbor Helps Blind Man As 2-Alarm Fire Burns Condos In SW Houston
Neighbors are calling one resident a hero. She helped rescue a blind man who was still inside the burning homes.
Music Tuesday: Migos "Culture" Sweeping The World
Migos' sophomore full-length C U L T U R E is the sound of the north Atlanta trio seizing their moment. Released in the wake of their chart-topping success on the Billboard Hot 100 for "Bad and Boujee," C U L T U R E propels the Migos three into the mainstream with a collection of woozy trap gems that is a peak in their young careers thus far.
Ben Affleck Steps Away From Directing Solo Batman movie
Ben Affleck, who was set to star in and direct a planned solo Batman movie for Warner Bros., has decided not to helm the project after all, though he remains committed to reprise his role as the Dark Knight.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Introduces USA Values Act to Protect Religious Liberty and Stop Trump Administration From Denying Humanitarian Relief To Refugees Lawfully Entitled to Enter The United
Jackson Lee: “I have introduced the USA Values Act (H.R. 735) which will invalidate the President’s discriminatory Executive Order which has the effect and intent of excluding persons whose religious faith is Muslim from entering the United States. My USA Values Act affirms our nation’s core beliefs regarding religious freedom and equal protection and treatment under law.”
Macy's Celebrates Black Art, Expression and Culture During Black History Month
Macy’s hosts BJ The Chicago Kid, Jay Ellis, Marcus Samuelsson, Crissle West and more at eight stores nationwide – including in Atlanta and Miami
This February, Macy’s celebrates Black History Month by welcoming a host of stars from a variety of fields including fine art, music, literature, the culinary arts, and the spoken word. Black culture has electrified the pulse of American life for generations, from music and fashion to film, television and activism. It has created a wave of change that has helped propel the country to new heights.
Nick Gordon Says He Still Mourns Bobbi Kristina
Nick Gordon is looking back on his relationship with late girlfriend Bobbi Kristina Brown.
Midtown Houston Announces Super Bowl Weekend Line-Up Featuring NFL Stars, Free Block Party and Reveal of New Green Space
Families and fans across Houston will have the opportunity to celebrate their passion for football during Midtown Houston’s free Super Bowl Weekend LI Showdown at the new Midtown Park (Main and McGowen) and a three-day SUPER Weekend concert series at Bagby Park (415 Gray St.). Together, the two Midtown Super Bowl celebrations will offer the best in Houston's visual and performing arts, outdoor recreation spaces and culinary scene.
Four Tips to Help Communities and Churches Battle Human Trafficking: Baylor Expert
Super Bowl shines spotlight on global epidemic
Super Bowl festivities in Houston will be in full swing this week as the nation gears up for the NFL’s premier event on Sunday. Thousands of people will pour into the city. Unfortunately, those crowds will include those involved in human trafficking.
Congressman Al Green: Beware of Racially-Charged and Religiously-Inflamed Incendiary Branding
On Monday, January 30, 2017, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement on President Trump’s anti-refugee and anti-Muslim executive order.
Ride METRORail and Enjoy Four Nights, Four Districts, for Free
Start your Super Bowl celebrations right now as Game City Showcase kicks off tonight offering four nights of free entertainment in four city districts. METRORail is the easiest way to reach the events scheduled each night from 6 pm -9 pm, starting Monday, Jan. 30 through Thursday, Feb. 2.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement on President’s Firing of Acting Attorney General Sally Yates
Jackson Lee: “As a senior member of the House Judiciary Committee, I have worked closely with Deputy and Acting Attorney General Sally Yates, whom I know to be a person of honor, intellect, and integrity. Instead of firing Ms. Yates for her fidelity to the Constitution, the President should have consulted her, in her capacity as the nation’s chief law enforcement officer, before issuing his unconstitutional and discriminatory executive order banning Muslims from predominately Muslim countries from entering the United States.”
Black and Latino Amazon Drivers File Discrimination Class Action
Complaints Allege Amazon Illegally Fired Drivers Based On Overly Stringent Background Checks
A group of eight Black and Latino former Amazon drivers filed class action complaints this morning with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), charging that Amazon illegally discriminated against them and other similarly-situated drivers when it fired them last year. The complaints allege that Amazon’s mass termination of predominantly minority drivers was based on an overly stringent background check policy that included old and minor offenses, and came months after the drivers were on the job and performing successfully.
Oprah Winfrey Returns To Television As ’60 Minutes’ Contributor
Beginning this fall, the TV icon will join “60 Minutes” as a special contributor, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Her longtime friend, Gayle King, is a co-host on “CBS This Morning.”
Malcolm X’s Daughter, Granddaughter Arrested
Malcolm X’s daughter and granddaughter have been arrested after allegedly stealing a U-Haul that carried a group of mistreated dogs, reports TMZ.
Ex-NC State Basketball Star Charles Shackleford Found Dead
Police in North Carolina say former North Carolina State basketball star Charles Shackleford has been found dead in his home. He was 50.
Google Launches Fund That Could Donate $4M To ACLU, Others
Google has created a crisis fund that could raise up to $4 million for four immigrant rights organizations.
Burger King Workers Sold Marijuana At Drive-Thru
Police say two employees at a New Hampshire Burger King have been arrested on drug charges after authorities were tipped off that drive-thru customers who asked for extra crispy fries got marijuana with their meal.
The City of Houston and Houston Community College Partner on Executive Education Program
Build Up Houston 2017 Class
Twelve small business owners will participate in the 2017 Class of Build Up Houston. Now in its 3rd year, Build Up Houston is the city’s executive education program that supports construction companies currently operating and doing business in the City of Houston. The program utilizes Interise’s award-winning StreetWise 'MBA'™ curriculum and will cover topics such as business development, strategic planning, access to capital, government contacts, financials, marketing and sales, and human resources. Classes will meet bi-weekly from January 31, 2017 through July 2017 at the Houston Community College’s Central Campus.
PARTY GUIDE: Super Bowl LI Parties & Events
Super Bowl LI is so much more than the game itself. Fans can enjoy a week-long celebration filled to the brim with exciting parties and family-friendly events that extend far beyond NRG Stadium.
ESPN’s Sage Steele Criticizes Protesters For Flight Delays
An ESPN anchor who vented about missing her flight because of airport immigration protesters is drawing criticism from people who say she is being insensitive.
Tony Rock Hosts TV One’s Hilarious New Game Show
Comedian and actor Tony Rock is hosting TV One’s new game show dating series, The Game Of Dating. He talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about what to expect.
Arlette Thomas-Fletcher Becomes the First African American, Female Writer, Director and Executive Producer of a Western Film
Arlette Thomas-Fletcher, a resident of Reisterstown, Maryland has been writing, producing and directing award winning Christian-based plays, music videos and short films for more than a decade. Thomas-Fletcher is the first African American to serve as the president of the Women In Film and Video chapter in Maryland and the owner of Fruits of The Spirit Production Company.
African American Smokers Vs. White Smokers -- Who is More Likely to Get Diabetes?
The risk of diabetes is 77 percent higher among African Americans than among non-Hispanic white Americans, according to the U.S. Centers For Disease Control. But that risk can be even higher if African Americans are heavy smokers. A recent study shows that heavy smoking greatly increases the risk of diabetes in Blacks.
Man Convicted Of Killing 2 At Texas Sandwich Shop Executed
A man convicted of a fatal robbery at a Dallas-area Subway shop just weeks after he was fired from his job there was executed Thursday night.
HCC Fashion Expert Offers Super Advice On the Hottest Trends for the Game
The countdown has started and thousands of football enthusiasts and their female companions will attend concerts and other Bayou City events leading up to Sunday’s super game. Yet, the question in the minds of many will be, “What can I wear that is trendy, sporty yet comfortable?”
Man Blames Running Deer For 40 mph Speeding Ticket
A Massachusetts man offered an unusual scapegoat for the classic “it wasn’t me” excuse in court last week.
12-Year-Old Artist Launches Inspirational “Art for Kids” Business
Leon Moss is a 12-year-old artist in Atlanta, Georgia. Leon has illustrated a book and created an art collection to inspire children. He began his career at 9, when his mother discovered his artistic abilities while looking for an illustrator for her children’s books.
Drake Gives Sasha Obama Props For Rocking His OVO Gear
Drake gave a shout-out to Sasha Obama via Instagram after he spotted a photo of her rocking a hat from his clothing line OVO, an acronym for “October’s Very Own.” His gear has been worn by many a celeb, and features an owl in its logo.
Did Stephen G. Hill Just Confirm A Bobby Brown Biopic?
Stephen G. Hill, BET’s President of Programming, talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about the network’s record-breaking hit series The New Edition Story and reveals which member of the group just may be getting their own biopic.
Three Houston Development Projects Honored by National Jury
The Houston District Council of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) has selected Buffalo Bayou Park, Hermann Park’s McGovern Centennial Gardens and MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theatre Center Houston) for its 2017 Development of Distinction Awards. ULI honors public open spaces and developments that exemplify best practices in design, construction, economic viability, healthy places, marketing and management and is modeled after the national Urban Land Institute Global Awards for Excellence and Urban Open Spaces Awards.
Brewers' Ryan Braun Free Of Injuries, Eager For Spring Training Return
The biggest problem that Ryan Braun has had this winter has been a lack of sleep.
Starbucks To Hire 10,000 Refugees Over Next 5 years
Starbucks says it will hire 10,000 refugees over the next five years.
Azealia Banks Picks Fight With Rihanna Over Trump
Rapper Azealia Banks has launched another social media beef, and this time her target is Rihanna.
