Secretaries of Education Call on Governors to Equitably Fund Land
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas Vilsack today sent letters to 16 governors emphasizing the over $12 billion disparity in funding between land-grant Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their non-HBCU land-grant peers in their states. The 16 governors receiving the letter are: Alabama – Gov. Kay Ivey […]
SEN. West on Paxton Acquittal
By: Sen. Royce West “This verdict unfortunately sanctioned a new standard of conduct for elected officials in Texas. These decisions will impact the standards by which elected officials may conduct themselves for the next 100 years. There will be those who say that the House Managers did not meet their burden of proof, and that […]
Statement by Senator Borris L. Miles Regarding the Verdict in the Impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton
By: Borris L. Miles “I took my responsibility as a member of the Court of Impeachment very seriously. I believe in law and order, and no one individual is above the law, regardless of how powerful or minimal the elected office may be perceived. The House Managers presented a compelling case beyond a reasonable doubt, […]
Inside look at the historic impeachment trial
By: Senator Bob Hall The 2023 attempt to impeach Attorney General Warren Kenneth Paxton was doomed from the start for multiple reasons; not the least of which was the failure of the House to follow the wellestablished and time-tested principle of “due process.” Specifically; Investigation goal: instead of seeking TRUTH and JUSTICE they sought […]
Paxton Impeachment Trial: Texas Organizing Project Condemns Cowardly Acquittal
By: Daniel Barrera Today’s sham acquittal of Ken Paxton is an affront to the rule of law and a betrayal of every democratic principle we hold dear. Paxton has proven himself unfit for office, throughout his tenure he used his role to service wealthy donors and a far-right extremist agenda. A Trump and MAGA acolyte, […]
Commissioner Ellis Unveils ‘Freedom’ Marker
By: David Ellison When philanthropist William O. Perkins III embarked on a massive project to analyze thousands of run-away slave advertisements, one of the main angles he wanted to relay to the public is the human experience and desire to be free. “As I look at these ads and courageous acts, it’s hard to get […]
Simone Biles, the Unstoppable GOAT: Oldest Woman to Clinch the All-Around National U.S. Gymnastics Title at 26
[Photo: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images] In a world that often emphasizes the vigor of youth, Simone Biles stands as a beacon of resilience, rewriting the narrative of what’s possible in gymnastics. At the age of 26, she has once again shattered expectations, securing the all-around National U.S. Gymnastics title and etching her name in the annals […]
Houston Native Kamron Smith serves the U.S. Navy
Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Jennings “I joined the Navy to be a better role model for my younger siblings,” said Smith. Growing up in Houston, Smith attended Madison High School and graduated in 2017. Today, Smith relies upon skills and values similar to those found in Houston to succeed in […]
Women’s Resource Center promotes culture as mental health strategy
By Gregory Stevens The Women’s Resource Center, Inc. (WRC), founded by Dr. Willie Mae Lewis to help with mental health transitions and life skill development, continues to build greater mental health awareness in our communities. Bishop Corey Wilson, Pastor Laverne West of Unspoken Ministries and Aswad Walker of the Shrine of the Black Madona […]
Fort Bend ISD hosts annual band night on October 3
Fort Bend ISD (September 13, 2023) – Fort Bend ISD will present an evening of competitive marching exhibitions during its annual Band Night event on Tuesday, October 3 at Hall Stadium (3335 Hurricane Lane, Missouri City, TX 77459), at 6 p.m. Open seating will be available on the home side only. Admission is free and […]
