Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee to Lie in State in City Hall Rotunda
Congresswoman Jackson Lee is the second person to be bestowed the rare honor of lying in state in the Houston…
Black Women Rally Behind Kamala Harris to Save Democracy After Biden Steps Aside
In the hours following Biden’s announcement, Kamala Harris’ campaign saw a surge of support, with about $50 million in grassroots…
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Dies at 74
Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, one of the longest-serving members of the Texas delegation, has died at the age of…
US Navy Exonerates Black WWII Sailors Convicted After Port Chicago Explosion
On July 17, 1944, during World War II, a massive explosion at a munition’s pier in Port Chicago, California, detonated…
Tips to Avoid Post-Hurricane Beryl Contracting Scams
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has tips to help recognize and avoid common contracting scams.
Practicing Fireworks Storage Safety After the 4th of July
Practicing fireworks storage safety after the Fourth of July is crucial to prevent accidents and ensure that your fireworks are…
Let’s Talk About Scams: Houston Ethnic Media Highlights How to Spot and Avoid Scams
Houston Ethnic Media held a briefing for reporters and community influencers on the most up-to-date information about scams targeting immigrants,…
Urgent Need To Secure Guns as Firearm Injuries and Deaths Surge Among Children and Youth
The Jorden family’s world shattered on June 11, 2010, when 15-year-old Seanton Jorden was shot point-blank in the head with…
60th Anniversary of Civil Rights Act: Reflecting on Progress and Persistent Challenges
The landmark legislation emerged from a period of intense struggle and demand for the fulfillment of the 14th Amendment’s promise…
Houston Housing Authority, HUD Launch Groundbreaking Programs to Enhance Housing Mobility, Support Aging in Place
The Housing Choice Voucher Mobility Services Program offers comprehensive support to families with Housing Choice Vouchers to expand their housing…
U.S. Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis
Vivek Murthy emphasized that gun violence poses a “serious threat to the health and well-being of our country.” This is…
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Speaks on Cancer Diagnosis Amid Run for Re-Election
U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee is looking to once again serve the people of Texas’ 18 District, even though she…
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