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Iconic Houston Rockets Radio Voice Gene Peterson Passes Away at 83
Today we say goodbye to Gene Peterson: The iconic radio voice and personality who covered our Houston Rockets for 33 years. He was 83 years old. From 1975-2008, Peterson served as the team voice for pro ball coverage, energizing Houstonians with NBA commentary for generations of Rockets fans.
Vice President Kamala Harris Headed to Houston This Thursday
President Joe Biden's planned trip to Houston is no longer happening, instead Vice President Kamala Harris will touch down in H-Town on July 25th to deliver the keynote speech at the American Federation of Teachers’ 88th national convention.
The Making Of The Black Mecca: Peacock Releases The Official Trailer For The Limited Series ‘Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist’ Starring Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson, Taraji P. Henson & Many More + New Images
Click inside to get a look at the upcoming limited series from Peacock starring Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson, Taraji P. Henson and many more!
Former Mayor Sylvester Turner Says He’s ‘Seriously’ Considering Running For Sheila Jackson Lee’s Vacant Seat
During a recent sit down with KHOU 11's Len Cannon, former Mayor Sylvester Turner said he may run for the 18th Congressional District, the left vacant following the passing of U.S Representative Sheila Jackson Lee.
20 Biracial Celebrities Often Mistaken As Being Only White
Black comes in all shades of beautiful, yet many have been surprised to find out these 20 biracial celebs have more melanin than it seems. The post 20 Biracial Celebrities Often Mistaken As Being Only White appeared first on Black America Web.
Sean Kingston and His Mother Could Face Decades in Prison Over Federal Wire Fraud Charges
Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, are facing potential decades in prison following their indictment by a federal grand jury on wire fraud charges. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida announced the charges on July 19, 2024, accusing the pair of orchestrating a scheme to defraud sellers of high-end vehicles, […]
Bambi and Rasheeda Dish on Love & Hip Hop ATL New Season
In the new season, we’ll see new music from Spice, Rasheeda, Amy Luciani, Renni Rucci, Scrappy, and more as they work together. The post Bambi and Rasheeda Dish on Love & Hip Hop ATL New Season appeared first on Black America Web.
These Celebrities Are Showing Their Support For Madame Vice President Kamala Harris
Last night, 44,000 Black women gathered on a virtual call, organized by the #WinWithBlackWomen network, to discuss the election ahead and their support for Kamala Harris. The Zoom event raised over $1 million for Harris in under three hours. It was just a glimpse at the power Black women have when we rally around a […]
Security Increased for Kamala Harris Speech After Trump Rally Shooting
INDIANAPOLIS — There’s a lot of focus on the security measures the U.S. Secret Service uses to protect the President and Vice President. Just over a week ago, a man fired several shots at a Donald Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The shots grazed Trump’s ear and hit three other people, killing one man. Vice […] The post Extra Security for VP Harris’s Indy Visit After Trump Rally Shooting appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Impact of Hurricane Beryl Felt Weeks Later
Houston — Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas two weeks ago today, and despite the passage of time many are still feeling the effects of the storm. Around 500 people are still without power long after the storm has passed, according to KVUE. About 2.7 million customers lost power during the storm – hundreds of […] The post Impact of Hurricane Beryl Felt Weeks Later appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.
Celebs, Political Figures and More Take To Social Media to Remember Sheila Jackson Lee
Born January 2, 1950 in Queens, New York, Sheila Jackson Lee served the citizens of Houston as part of the city council from 1989 to 1994. One year later, she was elected to the United States House of Representatives. Throughout the years, her impact touched not only her constituents in the City of Houston, but […]
Celebrities & Public Figures Show Support For Biden’s Decision To Endorse Kamala Harris For President
Kamala Harris will likely be the Democratic Party’s Presidential nominee after President Biden endorsed the Vice President on Sunday following his decision to leave the race. Harris is the first woman, an African American and Asian American, to hold the vice presidency, the second highest office in the nation. https://twitter.com/JoeBiden/status/1815087772216303933 RELATED: Maryland Leaders React To President […] The post Celebrities & Public Figures Show Support For Biden’s Decision To Endorse Kamala Harris For President appeared first on 92 Q.
LeBron James Named Flag Bearer For USA In The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
LeBron James Named Flag Bearer For USA In The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony LeBron James has been chosen to lead American athletes during the Parade of Nations at the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics that will be taking place on July 26th. James was announced as Team USA’s male flag bearer for Paris 2024 on TODAY onMonday morning. […] The post LeBron James Named Flag Bearer For USA In The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Unity For Democracy: Potential VP Picks As Kamala Harris’ Running Mate
With the news of President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, all eyes are now on his potential successor, Vice President Kamala Harris, to carry the torch of unifying a fractured Democratic party. https://twitter.com/JoeBiden/status/1815087772216303933?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1815087772216303933%7Ctwgr%5E1798a725a4dd2989448ca84cdd56fd23c70c6bcc%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwibc.com%2F403886%2Fpresident-biden-to-drop-out-of-presidential-race%2F So far, many Democratic figures and members have rallied behind Harris, who could become the nation’s first Black/South Asian female president. […]
President Biden To Drop Out Of Presidential Race
WASHINGTON — President Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. This comes after Democratic leaders for weeks have expressed concerns about the 81-year-old’s mental fitness and his path to victory over Donald Trump. Biden was diagnosed with COVID on Wednesday, and has been in self-isolation at his beach house in Delaware. “I have […] The post President Biden To Drop Out Of Presidential Race appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
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