City of Houston Partners with Apache Corporation to Plant 2,500 Trees for Earth Day HTX 2024
The City of Houston has partnered with the Apache Corporation for a large-scale tree-planting event to celebrate Earth Day HTX 2024.
Angels Nest, Mentor Empower Motivate and Winners Circle Group of Texas Celebrate Nutrition Center Grand Opening
Non-profit organizations Angels Nest, Incorporated and Mentor Empower Motivate (M.E.M.), in partnership with the Winners Circle Group of Texas, hosted a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, April 13 for a new nutrition center.
Houston Roundtable Talks Urgent Call to Action Against Gun Violence
Houston Ethnic Media recently hosted a diverse panel of Houston community leaders, activists, healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers, educators, and students to confront the escalating crisis of gun violence. Here are some key take-aways from each panelist participant. Acting against the current gun violence crisis requires a collective effort and commitment from individuals, communities, and…
NAREB Calls to Increase African American Homeownership Across America
In more than 100 cities across the United States, seminars and one-on-one sessions will empower communities with steps toward homeownership, property investment, starting a business, free credit bureau reports, and other wealth-building opportunities.
Comerica Bank, Iron Mountain to Host 11th Annual Shred Day on Saturday
Comerica Bank and Iron Mountain, Incorporated will securely shred sensitive paper documents for free from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at Comerica’s Mangum Banking Center.
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5 Reasons Why You Should Join the d-mars Mailing List
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Veteran Leader Appointed as Houston’s New Economic Development Officer
Gwendolyn Tillotson-Bell has been appointed as the City of Houston’s Chief Economic Development Officer.
Transforming Awareness in Action: Building Bridges of Support and Understanding
April marks a pivotal moment in our collective consciousness: Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Ramona Edelin, Activist Who Popularized Term ‘African American,’ Dies
Activist Ramona Edelin, renowned for her pivotal roles in advancing civil rights, education reform, and community empowerment, died at her D.C. residence in February at the age of 78.
25 Million Black and Latino Voters are Missing or Incorrectly Listed in U.S. Voter Databases
Nearly 25 million Black and Latino eligible voters are effectively absent from voter databases, making them virtually unreachable by traditional outreach methods.
Health, Wellness & the Black Family: The Links Address Disparities at Expo
The Links, Incorporated has created community-based initiatives aimed at reducing inequality that can contribute to improving overall health outcomes for Black families.
Act Locally During Global Volunteer Month
To boost volunteer engagement during Global Volunteer Month, Points of Light is sharing ways you and your family can make a positive impact in your neighborhood or town.
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge Announces Retirement
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge, a former Congressional Black Caucus Chair and a staunch advocate for the Black Press of America, has announced that she’s stepping down from her role in the Biden-Harris administration.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Having Total Wellness and Community FunFest
The North Harris County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is inviting the public to come discover the treasure of health, wealth and social awareness on Saturday, March 16.
The Links Hosting Black Family Wellness Expo in Greater Third Ward
The Houston-area cluster of The Links, Incorporated will hold a Black Wellness Expo on March 16 to reduce health and economic disparities and to improve lives in the Black community.
Biden-Harris Campaign Appoints Black Media Director for Voter Outreach
The Biden-Harris 2024 campaign has hired Jasmine Harris as the Director of Black Media. Harris, who previously held a similar role for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Efforts to Restore Historic Houston Black Cemeteries Continue
Volunteers gathered to clean up Olivewood and College Memorial Park Cemetery in honor of Black History Month. These two historic African American gravesites in Houston are part of the City of Houston’s Department of Neighborhoods Volunteer Initiative Program.
Marcus Sullivan Joins KTSU-FM 90.9 & The Vibe Leadership Team
Get ready, Houston! Marcus Sullivan, a beloved DJ known for his captivating presence and exceptional ability to create a vibe, is starting an exciting journey at KTSU-FM 90.9 & The Vibe! After departing the legacy, he created at NGEN with its Christian, Hip Hop, and Pop domain, Marcus is now taking on the roles of…
Delta Education and Charitable Foundation Raises Funds for Scholarships at Carnivale Mystique Mardi Gras Gala
The Delta Education and Charitable Foundation hosted its Carnivale Mystique Mardi Gras Scholarship Gala in February.
Asian Resource Hub: Interactive Data & Service Directory
Combatting Asian hate is essential for upholding the fundamental human rights of Asian individuals and communities. Every individual deserves to live free from discrimination, harassment, and violence based on their race or ethnicity. On February 29, 2024, the first-ever digital resource, the Asian Resource Hub, launched. The hub is a unique digital resource developed in…