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Jesse Jackson

The Shame of Milwaukee

Simone Manuel

Sugar Land Woman Makes History With Olympic Gold Medal Win in Swimming

HIGH EXPECTATIONS

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COMMENTARY

Jesse Jackson

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ow it is Milwaukee. On Saturday, a car with two African-American men was stopped for “suspicion.”

The men fled, the policeman pursued, and the driver, reportedly armed, was shot and killed.

And Milwaukee exploded.

Angry crowds confronted police, set fires, threw rocks. At least half-dozen businesses -- including a grocery store, a gas station and an auto parts shop -were robbed or destroyed. The Saturday shooting was part of a weekend filled with violence in Milwaukee. Five people were shot and killed overnight Friday.

Milwaukee law mandates an investigation of any police shooting.

Immediately, focus goes to the harsh relations between police and the community. But to understand the reaction to the shooting, it is necessary to go much deeper.

This city is “a powder keg,” Alderman Khalif Rainey told The Washington Post. “This entire

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tate Rep. Jarvis Johnson is angry and fearful of what could come from the Campus Carry Law that is welcoming college students as they start or come back to school this month.

“I’m concerned as a parent, an educator and now legislator that campus carry puts all our college students, their teachers and the faculty on their campuses in harm’s way,” said Johnson, who won an early May Special Election to complete now Mayor Sylvester Turner’s current term in the Legislature and later won a run-off to succeed Turner in the Texas House.

“The 84th Session of the Texas Legislature made it legal starting this month to carry firearms on college campuses in classrooms, dormitories and libraries despite the chilling police calls to me and from other law enforcement professionals, parents, teachers and other higher education staff and especially students on the dangers this law presents,” the former city council member from the north side of Houston said.

community has sat back and witnessed how Milwaukee, Wis., has become the worst place to live for AfricanAmericans in the entire country. Now this is a warning cry. ... Do we continue -- continue with the inequities, the injustice, the unemployment, the undereducation...? The black people of Milwaukee are tired. They’re tired of living under this oppression. This is their existence. This is their life. This is the life of their children.”

An exaggeration? An excuse for rioters? Inflated rhetoric? Consider Milwaukee’s stark realities.

Milwaukee is the most segregated city in the United States.

Black household income is the third lowest in the U.S. Its black poverty rate is the highest in the US.

These are figures presented in a haunting and damning 2015 report, “The Shame of Milwaukee: Race, Segregation and Inequality,” by Marc V. Levine of the University of WisconsinMilwaukee.

The data show a black population segregated into neighborhoods of concentrated poverty with declining prospects. Real black household income in 1979 was $39,105; in 2013 it was $27,438, a foul decline of nearly 30 percent. Household income for all races in Milwaukee has declined over the course of this century, but far worse for blacks and Hispanics than whites.

Nearly 40 percent of AfricanAmericans are in poverty, up from 27 percent in 1969. Nearly 40 percent of African-Americans in the core working

age (25-54) are unemployed. This is in stunning contrast to the 15.2 percent black unemployment rate in 1970. For males aged 20-24, the beginning of a work life, over two-thirds of blacks are unemployed -- 68.4 percent -- a staggering increase from 25.3 percent in 1970.

Schools are doubly segregated by race and by poverty. Seventy-one percent of black students attend “hypersegregated schools” -- those in which at least 9 of 10 students are minority.

Nearly half of all black students go to schools with 90 percent poverty rates.

In 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King launched the modern civil rights movement in Birmingham, Ala., saying, “Birmingham is probably the most thoroughly segregated city in the United States. I am in Birmingham because injustice is here.”

Well, the injustice is worse in modern Milwaukee than it was in segregated Birmingham. Black poverty, unemployment and impoverished neighborhoods are all worse. The percentage of blacks attending hypersegregated schools in today’s Milwaukee is far worse than the Jim Crow schools of Birmingham (71 percent to 56 percent).

This is, as Alderman Rainey stated, a powder keg. Police are tasked with “keeping order.” That is like trying to stop a seething volcano from exploding by suppressing the gases coming out the top. Even doing that skillfully won’t work.

Milwaukee is not the worst.

Black income has plummeted more in Cleveland and Detroit. School segregation is worse in New York and Chicago. Violence stalks the mean streets of impoverished urban neighborhoods across the country.

And this obscene injustice gets worse with no action and little notice. The poor, the New York Times reports, are barely mentioned by either presidential candidate. And they are largely ignored by the media. On Saturday and Sunday, riots occurred in Milwaukee, a major American city. That didn’t make front page of the Monday New York Times, which led with stories above the fold about a Trump adviser, liberal worries about Hillary Clinton and malaria in Venezuela.

In Birmingham, Dr. King’s cry against the injustice of segregation touched the conscience of concerned citizens across the country. Will anyone hear the cry of the north side of Milwaukee, or the south side of Chicago? Or will our cities have to explode before action replaces neglect?

You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson in care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org. Follow him on Twitter @RevJJackson.

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Rep. Johnson Slams New Campus Carry Law

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“I resist this law as I see as a father and family member of public educators that having lethal weapons carried by civilians on campus does not make us safer but puts us in danger. We must re-visit this legislation in the next session because it is our trained and paid police officers that I believe should be carrying on our campuses for our children to focus on their learning,” he said.

“ T h e Te x a s a n d U . S .

Constitution is sacred to me and especially the Second Amendment that provides for persons to protect themselves, their families, their values and their valuables. I am a Texas Concealed Hand Gun Licensed citizen and as a Texan and American I value the history guns have in this state and country but each individual especially those just entering adulthood should not be strapped at school with weapons or the life and death responsibilities that come with carrying them,” Johnson continued.

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teenage daughter and son first and foremost I’ve talked with parents, police and public and private college and university people throughout my district and across Texas. It’s my pledge as a parent and a legislator to listen.”

Johnson, as a former three term city council member in the state’s largest city and owner of a respected restaurant that has lived all his life in his district working to open and provide programs and places for young people to learn, believes the law is dangerous.

“It puts in harm’s way our youth and the college staff it was

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designed to protect,” he said.

His first aim is to review the 37 out of 38 private colleges and universities that have used their right under the law to opt out of the requirement to allow handguns on campuses because of their concerns for the students and faculty on their campuses. Johnson wants to see that option made available to public universities and colleges as well.

“I’m committed to listening to the parents, police and public university and college students and education professionals that are concerned. In the 85th Legislative Session I’m committed to seeing that public universities have this same option as private universities to opt out and to bring again attention and work to restoring public education funding,” he said.

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ENTERTAINMENT

By Rebecca Briscoe, Entertainment Writer

Celebrity Siblings Meagan & La’Miya Good Link Philanthropy & Fashion With High End Brand Defend Paris

HSM: Meagan and La ‘Miya tell Houston Style Magazine about this Defend Paris collaboration MLG: My sister and I felt it was super important to collaborate with a line that respected us as influencers, highly regarded in pop-culture and the narrative that ensues. We believe we all have a responsibility.

We have a heart for young women ..and wanted to do something that could help be the catalyst for a movement of self-love, respect, worth and the awareness thar we have the ability to do anything we set our hearts to.

the laws that are being passed that how they affect us and how our youth sees each other.

HSM: Do you think the world is ready for the first female president of the United States?

MLG: We do believe the world is ready. It would be dishonest for me to say, but we’re excited about either candidate, but we do feel very passionately that Ms. Clinton will be the better choice for America than Trump.

HSM: This flannel will directly impact The Greater Good Foundation, what are some of your current initiaitives?

MLG: The Greater Good Foundation not only identifies with pushing forward the agenda of the Good Girl Movement but has partnered with a initiative in the Compton Unified School district called Musication. Collectively Musication and The Greater Good Foundation implement a curriculum that is aligned with common core standards (meaning you can actually use these courses to graduate) that allows at risk youth to learn math, science and other subjects via the arts and through mentoring.

HSM:How did you two get to collaborate with such an iconic brand Defend Paris?

MLG:Our good Friend and business partner Renisha Spann who specializes in marketing and branding connected us because she knew we had like-minded efforts in terms of what we want to put into the world and what we stand for unapologetically HSM:The Good Girl Foundation mission is to

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empower young women from underserved communities, how important is the 2016 election?

MLG: It’s incredibly important. Who we choose as our next president will absolutely alter our quality of life for good or bad to some degree. As well as who we vote for overall outside of a president will affect

HEALTH

Fuel Up Like Team USA

.S. Olympic athletes know what it takes to build a champion: a lifetime of determination and training, countless competitions and years of fueling their bodies with the right foods and beverages.

A survey1 was conducted among U.S. Olympians, Paralympians and Olympic/Paralympic hopefuls, and the more than 1,000 who responded rated a healthy diet even higher than their intense training schedule as a key to their success.

It’s not just a healthy diet they’re seeking – it’s the right mix of nutrients to help them reach their peak training, and that includes high-quality protein, like the protein in milk. Milk is a nutrient powerhouse with nine essential nutrients, including 8 grams of natural protein, in each 8-ounce serving. It provides a nutrient package that’s hard to find in any other single food or beverage.

According to the survey, nine out of 10 U.S. Olympian respondents grew up drinking milk*, largely thanks to encouragement from their moms. In addition, U.S. Olympic Training Centers, where athletes train at the highest level, serve tens of thousands of gallons of milk every year.

“I’m always focused on getting the right nutrients to help fuel my training and protein is something I aim to get in every morning,” said Jennifer Kessy, professional beach volleyball player and London 2012 Olympic Games silver medal winner.

“My mom encouraged me to drink milk growing up because of all the nutrients you get in one glass. Milk is still a staple in my diet, and now that I am a mom, I try to take what my mother taught me about healthy eating and nutrition and pass it on to my daughter.”

Not only is milk helping fuel Team USA, fans also have the chance to learn how to train like an Olympian when they purchase white milk for their families. Through August 28, fans are encouraged to upload receipts from milk purchases to milklife.com/ champions. Each uploaded milk receipt provides an opportunity to win** official prizes, including a trip to the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, a web training session with a Team USA athlete and co-branded Team USA gear.

To learn more and to watch exclusive behindthe-scenes videos from Team USA athletes, visit milklife.com/teamusa, and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

1KRC Research conducted an online survey among retired, current, and hopeful U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes on behalf of MilkPEP between February 23 and March 7, 2016. The U.S. Olympic Committee and its National Governing Bodies distributed e-mail invitations with a link to the survey to its retired, current, and hopeful athletes inviting them to participate. In total, across Olympic and Paralympic sports, 1,113 completed the ten-minute survey (675 Olympians, 93 Paralympians and 345

HSM: Actress, singer, activist, author, wife, and philanthropist what’s next for the celebrity siblings Meagan and La’ Miya Good?

MLG: For us, all of the things that God has allowed us to accomplish in our lifetime thus far are truly a blessing.. grace and purpose.. but what matters most to us what we put into the world and how we affect the things that God has so passionately impressed upon us. We’ve got movies that were working on and producing, music to support the movement, a full collection coming partnered with Defend and maybe even another book in the works.. but the thing that is and will always the most important to us is the work that we do with our foundation .. To hold ourselves accountable to whatever leadership God has entrusted us with & making sure that we do the best that we can to be lights, encourage positivity, love and change. @MeaganGood @LaMiyaGood #DefendGood Girl

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LOCAL BRIEFS

Gold Medalist Simone Manuel Gets Grand Welcome Home Celebration Style Newswire

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he accomplishments that Simone Manuel achieved as the first African-American woman to win Olympic Gold in an individual swimming event and others medals are still sinking in for the 20-year-old.

However, with each passing day it is becoming more real to her. She experience what a big deal Houstonians think she is when she received a hero size welcome home this past week. Greeting her from her 6am flight were her family, high school marching band with dancers, city leaders, and, of course, plenty of fans.

Manuel greeted fans and pose for hundreds of pictures before she left to head straight to Shipley’s Donuts for a well deserved sweet treat.

Yates Senior Receives College Scholarship From Houston Tennis Association Style Newswire

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he Houston Tennis Association (HTA) has distributed college scholarships totaling $22,000

to 16 greater Houston area high school graduates; one of whom was Rebecca Williams of Yates Hates School. The students received sums from $1,000 to $2,000. In addition to funds provided

by HTA, donors included the National Senior Women’s Clay Court Championships Tennis Tournament. Four of the awards were given in Williams memory of Steve Wolford and one of Michael Horvath, Jr. All 15 students played either varsity tennis for their high school teams, participated in NJTL or in local USTA tournaments.

The HTA has awarded more than $250,000 in scholarship funds to deserving high school seniors since 1992.

Freshmen Move in to University Towers Style Newswire he class of 2020 at Texas Southern University (#TxSU2020) arrived on campus August 14 for movein day. New Tigers and their parents were greeted by President Dr. Lane Austin Lane,

You’re the One I Want

ine, mine, mine.

When you were two years old, that was your favorite word. Everything you saw belonged to you, somehow, one way or another.

If you liked it, it was yours. If you didn’t like it, it was yours, too. And as you’ll see in the new novel “You’re the One I Want” by Shane Allison, some people never outgrow that.

Don’t think Bree didn’t notice that Deanthony was at Kashawn’s birthday party.

Some might think it natural that he would be – they were twins, after all, so Kashawn’s birthday was Deanthony’s birthday, too. But Bree didn’t think Deanthony would dare show his face after what happened. She surely hoped he wouldn’t tell anyone that they’d slept together, because Bree was married to Kashawn.

Why did she do it? Bree didn’t have an answer to that. She loved Kashawn, that was for sure. He was a doctor, respected in their community, and he was smoking-hot. He loved her, too, though he knew she had a shady past as a dancer at a local gentleman’s club.

He treated Bree like a queen, so there was no reason for her to sleep with Kashawn’s brother, except that she couldn’t resist the way Deanthony looked at her.

Deanthony had always been a little jealous of Kashawn. Truth was, he was in love with Bree and he couldn’t understand why she’d ever choose Kashawn over him. He was better for her in so many ways, and he knew she’d be happier with him – just as long as she never found out what he did after he left Florida to follow his dreams.

Bree’s BFF, Tangela, had a plan.

That was nothing new; Tangela was always planning on Bree’s behalf because it was all about Bree, wasn’t it? She was always making Bree’s life better, making Bree’s marriage better, getting Bree what she thought she needed, helping Bree make Kashawn happy. All that, it was something Tangela hated, just as she hated Bree because Tangela really just wanted Kashawn for herself. And here’s the thing: much like Bree, Tangela always got what she wanted; plus, she really wasn’t Bree’s best friend.

Tangela wasn’t anybody’s friend…

Sounds complicated? Yes, it is, somewhat.

Confusing conversation between characters doesn’t help any, either - but then again, scintillating dialogue isn’t why you’d pick this book up.

Filled with explicit sex, profanity, violence, lies, and cheating, “You’re the One I Want” is an overthe-top story that you might not decide to read in public because it’s steamy. I mean, wipe-the-fog-from-yourglasses steamy. Everything else is secondary in this book – the characters don’t matter, the locale doesn’t matter, even author Shane Allison’s supporting cast is inconsequential here. The steam is at the stern, sex is what runs this book, and that’s all you need to know.

I say that so you’re clear that this novel is predictable and nasty, but readable. It’s not horrid, but it is hot.

And if you need that kind of escape, grab “You’re the One I Want” and make it yours.

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TSU alumni, and a host of students and studentathletes, who collaborated to help freshmen move into the University Towers, a new state-of-the-art living space. The Freshman class will spend the next few days making their transition into collegiate life.

Freshman Orientation begins on August 18.

Xenith Recall for Football Helmets KHOU

efore your child takes to the football field this season, check to make sure that the Xenith helmet is not on his head. A mass recall was made for Xenith helmets made in 2015-2016.

The shells of the helmet may crack posing a risk of injury to football players.

Most school districts in the Houston area said they didn’t use those helmets while other districts are checking inventory.

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BUSINESS

Houston Super Bowl Committee Hosts First Ever Business Connect Pitch Day For Diverse Suppliers

By Lisa Valadez, Associate Publisher

When it comes to entertainment, Miller Outdoor Theatre is a real breath of fresh air.

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arlier this month the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee hosted its first-ever ‘Business Connect Pitch Day’ for diverse Houston suppliers inside the historic Buffalo Soldiers National Museum. Close to 100 business owners who represent multiple bases such as minorities, LGBTQ and women owned business were in attendance, each presenting a 5-minute speech to the Super Bowl Host Committee Staff and community partners.

Houstonian LaMecia Butler came up with the idea of “Pitch Day.” As an overseer of the Houston Host Committee’s Touchdown Houston program as well as Business Connect, Butler noticed the great demand from minority business owners to try and pitch their businesses to the Host Committee.

The result was a “speed dating” concept in which multiple business owners gave their best pitches to the Host Committee for inclusion. Over 500 business owners applied for the event with 411 being accepted into the program. Considering that this particular Pitch Day was the first in the history of the Host Committee, the pitches were placed into 10 of 65 proposed categories. Those categories included historically in-demand items such as catering, gift and promotional items, audio/visual technology & more.

While Touchdown Houston caters towards the charitable and giving portion of the Committee and Business Connect maintains a relationship with the NFL’s Super Bowl Supplier Diversity program, the Pitch Day was a successful event. The opportunity for business owners to be heard directly led to many fellow business owners getting the opportunity to match owners faces with the businesses they represent.

For more information about the Business Connect program, visit www. housuperbowl.com/ business-connect.

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FEATURE

By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

HoustonISD’s New Superintendent’s Lofty List of Expectation

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hen the school bells ring for Houston ISD on August 22nd there will be a new chief at the helm. This school year will be an exciting one full of transition and change as Dr. Richard Carranza steps in the role of superintendent of the seventh largest school district in the country.

Dr. Carranza beat put 34 other finalists who made the cut after a nationwide search to fulfill the spot left vacant by Dr. Terry Grier in February 2016. Many expectations lie on the shoulders of Carranza as so much is expected of him from the school board, students, faculty, parents and the community.

Board President Manuel Rodriguez Jr. said in an interview that the next HISD superintendent needed to be one who could communicate with different populations, as the district is highly diverse. But also the superintendent needed to be able to work within the various political branches in Houston and with community and business partners. “We need a person that can lead all these different factions to come together to understand that what we want to do is educate all the children of HISD so they can be college ready, workforce ready and ready to go into a global economy,” Rodriguez.

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thought the next superintendent should. Rodriguez said they heard over 3,000 requests of what the superintendent should look like. Some of them include a person who was a good communicator, be bilingual, understood centralize and decentralized budgeting, and understand Houston, Texas laws, and students’ needs. A lofty list but one that Dr. Caranza thinks he can handle.

Caranza comes to HoustonISD from California where he was the superintendent of 53,000 students in the San Francisco Unified School District. As the new HISD superintendent he more than triple the amount that will under his watchful eye as HISD has in over 200,000 students. In California, Carranza was able to have successes that board members are looking for in Houston. Under his leadership, students were globally ready upon graduation as 850 of the 3,400 graduates in 2015 earned a seal of billiteracy, meaning they mastered two languages upon graduation. Other success included an increase in district funds of 30 million in private donations and new contract agreements for teachers yielding them to receive a 12 percent pay raise.

His ability to diversify is what stood out the most with the board, especially since the district has a large Hispanic population. Carranza is fluent in both English and Spanish and has a long history of working with diverse populations successfully. He will be able to relate to many of the students in HISD with language barrier since www.StyleMagazine.com

he did not learn English until he was in elementary school.

Carranza has said in previous interviews that his plans for Houston won’t be cookie cutter.

Based on his work in California, it assumed that he is more about working with all parties involved in situations to solve problems. In San Francisco when schools were struggling, Carranza put more money into the schools to address their needs. Teachers over students with low test scores weren’t fire because Carranza doesn’t just look at test data but other variables to make decisions on what to do next.

In a recent interview with Houston Public Media, Carranza said one of his first issues of concerns that he wants to tackle is the recapture payment. HISD is facing a budget shortfall of more than one million. By law under the Texas Education Code, HISD is required to make a recapture payment of $162 million. HISD only has $55 million. Carranza wants legislatures to understand how this negativity impacts districts like HISD that have huge student population of economically disadvantage students.

Carranza officially became HoustonISD new superintendent on Thursday, August 18, 2016. On his to-do list improving the 40 schools deemed low performing schools and maneuvering HISD’s budget woes.

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LIFESTYLE

By Parish

Blair,Lifestyle Writer

Intentional living is at the core of Manifesting Lifestyle

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hen you are living on purpose and in the now moment, you have a conscious awareness of what you are focusing on and how you are feeling.

“Our Intention Creates Our Reality” -Wayne Dyer

Your present reality represents the quality of the focus on your intentions. Setting intentions for the future while giving focus to who you are being in the present moment is the success formula to manifesting exactly what you want.

“When You Change The Way You Look At Things, The Things You Look At Change” -Wayne Dyer

Whatever you intend to manifest; you must match the vibration of already having the essence of what you want in your present reality.

“You Have The Option Of Observing Things As They Are, Or Of Imagining Them As You Want Them To Be - And Whichever Option You Choose, Your Thoughts Produce A Vibration Within You That Equals Your Point Of Attraction, And Then Circumstances And Events Line Up To Match The Vibrations That You Have Offered” - Abraham Hicks

Appreciation and gratitude gives you

Love Affair With Parish Blair Manifesting Lifestyle Series immediate access to the vibrational harmony with your intentions. Practicing gratitude takes you from wanting to having it in seconds.

“Appreciation In Advance Brings Everything You Want To You” - Abraham Hicks

Thinking about your intention everyday for short periods of time throughout the day is a vibrational exercise with powerful results. Even quantum physics supports intentional living.

Scientific research shows that whatever we give our attention to is what we will experience in our reality.

“Quantum Physics Tells Us That Nothing That Is Observed Is Unaffected By The Observer. That Statement, From Science, Holds An Enormous And Powerful Insight. It Means That Everyone Sees A Different Truth Because Everyone Is Creating What They See” - Neale Donald Walsch

So now that you know that it’s possible to manifest any intention, what intention do you want to experience first?

Once you decide what you want, the next step is to focus on your thoughts and feelings in your present moment. Always being mindful that your thoughts and feelings are matching the vibration of what you’re intending. This next step is the easiest way to sustain a matching vibration with your intention. Practice appreciation for the good that you already have in your present experience and watch

the magic unfold in your life.

I want to invite you to go on this amazing journey with me of developing yourself into a master manifestor. In the next articles, you will continue mastering simple manifesting methods and experience miracle after miracle, as your life evolves right before your eyes into the life you’ve always wanted.

Soon you will be able to tune in to my new video series for Houston Style Magazine, ManifestIn-Minutes. Each episode will provide you with easy practical steps for creating Manifesting Lifestyle habits. Join The Manifesting Lifestyle Movement.

Participate, practice and share your experiences with me. If you want more information about a customized ManifestIn-Minutes Session of your own contact me at www.

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Capital Grille Celebrates Rule Breakers

By Yolanda Pope, Culinary Writer

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n Houston, our choices for dining seem endless; our city is filled with eateries that cultivate the diversity of our population. When it comes to fine dining, the choices are fewer, but the experiences are unique and attract customers who expect something far above average.

At Capital Grille, this marks the eighth season of their “Generous Pour Wine Event” which is being served simultaneously with a top-notch menu for Houston’s Restaurant Weeks.

In fact, “This year, The Generous Pour collection pays tribute to the bold risks and strong decisions of the men and women who were not afraid to challenge the norm,” said George Miliotes, The Capital Grille’s Master Sommelier and one of only 230 in the world to have earned that prestigious title.” Therefore, customers are able to enjoy some fine wines that are listed on a menu that is properly titled for this selection called “Rebels, Rule Breakers & Game Changers.”

On a recent visit to the Capital Grille located in City Center, my guest and I experienced excellent service, superb food, and the warm ambiance of the restaurant.

We started with the pan seared scallop on a bed of fresh corn salad, which was paired with the Stellina di Notte Pinot Grigio, which is described as “light and refreshing Pinot Grigio was born out of American innovation paired with centuries old tradition.

Created in the foothills of the Italian Alps – home to the most famous Pinot Grigio in the world.” Next, we sampled the “Lobster and Crab Cakes,” which also blended well with the pinot. The sweetness of the shellfish and the crispness of the wine made each bite of food even better than the previous.

Shortly thereafter, we were introduced to the Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil with 15-year aged Balsamic. For this dish, a beefsteak tomato is centered beautifully, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese that is made every two hours in the kitchen, and encircled by the balsamic. That vinegar was the star of this plate for me, it was full of flavor, and the sweet and savory notes were well balanced.

For the main course we enjoyed the Bone-in Ribeye and Chilean Sea Bass in Mushroom Soy broth, along with a couple of the red wines, specifically, Stags’ Leap, The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon and Beaulieu Vineyard, Tapestry Cabernet Blend. This was a big score for my taste buds; the wines were bold, smooth and had a clean finish on the palate.

Finally, the evening was wrapped up by a generous dessert sampler; flourless chocolate, coconut cream pie and crème brulee with a robust cup of java. Our server Sean, and Executive Chef Jeffrey Meyer made our evening spectacular by suggesting the perfect combinations of food and wine along with sharing their culinary experiences with us.

To find the nearest Capital Grille to your location, visit www. thecapitalgrille.com.

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HILTON AMERICAS HOTEL HOUSTON, TEXAS

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ormer Vice President Al Gore recently visited Houston for the Climate Reality Leadership Corps Training. He led the training for hundreds of new Climate Reality leaders. The training will focus on climate issues specific to Texas, the political and social conversation around renewable energy deployment, and the role of fossil fuel companies in climate denial efforts. Gore is the Founder and Chairman of The Climate Reality Project. Also presenting at the training was The Climate Project President Ken Berlin, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Dr. Robert Bullard Dean, Katharine Hayhoe, Jeff Wolfe, James Cargas, Jeffrey Clark, Lucía Oliva Hennelly, James Hoggan, Dr. Joseph Romm, and Carroll Muffett.

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HISPANIC/LATINO COMMUNITY BRIEFS Poll: Latinos Find Clinton More Trustworthy Than Trump CNN Newswire

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atino voters find Hillary Clinton to be more trustworthy than Donald Trump, according to a new poll. In the Fox News Trump/Clinton Latino poll that was recently released, 78% of Latino voters believe that the Republican nominee is not honest or trustworthy, as opposed to Clinton, whom 51% of Latino voters believe is not honest or trustworthy. In a Fox News poll released earlier this month, 61% of registered voters believe Clinton is not honest and trustworthy, while 62% believe the same about Trump. And in a Washington Post/ABC News poll released last week, 59% of registered voters surveyed believe that Clinton is not honest and trustworthy, with 62% believing Trump is not trustworthy.

Study Shows Latinos Age Slower Than Other Ethnic Groups Latino Loop

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study by a genetic scientists at UCLA is the first to find that Latinos age at a slower rate than every other ethnic group. Latinos live longer than Caucasians, despite experiencing higher rates of diabetes and other diseases.

Scientists refer to this as the ‘Hispanic paradox,’” said lead author Steve Horvath, a professor of human genetics at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Texas Woman Sentenced to 60 Years for Having Immigrant Slaves Latino Loop

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Texas woman faces 60 years in federal prison for forcing two female undocumented immigrants from Mexico to be her slaves.

Olga Murra operated a cleaning business in El Paso and Fort Worth and was found guilty of two counts of forced labor and harboring an undocumented immigrant. Murra told the two women that if they did not obey her they would go to hell, and that she was the “voice of God.” The two women, only known by their initials, lived with Murra for at least 18 years and were subjected to working in Murra’s cleaning business with no pay, hard labor, abuse and religious indoctrination.

Disney’s First Latin American Princess Makes Park Debut Fox News

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giant’s first princess “inspired by diverse Latin cultures,” will be available for meet-and-greets throughout the park and appear in a live performance “The Royal Welcome of Princess Elena.” The presentation, which is staged at Cinderella’s Castle, features Cinderella, Prince Charming and a host of other familiar faces welcoming the new princess to their home. As part of the show, Elena will recount her magical adventures and triumphant return to Avalor through the song, “My Time.”

Hernandez Day in Court Is Scheduled Latino Loop

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x-NFL player Aaron Hernandez has a date scheduled for the double murder case against him.

Hernandez already is serving Hernandez a life sentence for the 2013 killing of Odin Lloyd and is accused of opening fire into the car of two men outside a Boston nightclub in 2012. The former Patriot’s tight end pleaded not guilty.

Baseball Campaign Puts the Accent on Spanish Names NY Times

Gawker Sold to Univision in Aftermath of Hulk Hogan Case Fox News Latino

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panish-language broadcaster Univision won an auction Tuesday for Gawker Media, which was put on the block in the aftermath of a $140 million judgment against it in the Hulk Hogan invasion-of-privacy case. Univision is paying $135 million for the online gossip and news publisher, according to a person familiar with the matter who asked not to be identified because the deal had not been formally announced. Expanding from its Spanishlanguage base, Univision has been investing in media properties aimed at young people, including taking a stake in satirical website The Onion in January. In April, it said it was taking full control of Fusion, a TV channel and website aimed at English-speaking young people it had launched with ABC in 2013.

Tennis Player Monica Puig Wins Puerto Rico’s First Olympic Gold Medal Huffington Post Latino Voices

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onica Puig overpowered Angelique Kerber 6-4, 4-6, 6-1 in the women’s tennis final on Saturday to win Puerto Rico’s first ever Olympic gold medal. Puig also became the first unseeded player to win the Olympic women’s tennis singles tournament. It was the ninth Olympic medal for Puerto Rico with most Puig of the others coming in boxing.

Republican Party Seeking Hispanic Votes With New Social Media Campaign Fox News Latino

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he Republican National Committee announced a new weekly social media campaign targeting

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Hispanic voters with an eye toward rekindling s u p p o r t for GOP presidential nominee Trump D o n a l d Trump, who has very scanty backing among that community due to his controversial statements and proposals affecting Latinos. The weekly social media campaign, in both Spanish and English, will explain to Hispanic voters the essential issues in the election campaign, including job creation, the economy, national security, support for veterans, education, taxes and immigration. In launching the new campaign, the GOP intends to build bridges to the Hispanic community, which - according to voter surveys - seems overwhelmingly inclined to vote for Clinton in the Nov. 8 election.

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ajor League Baseball and Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Adrián González have a new campaign in baseball called Ponle Acento — Spanish for “put the accent on it.” It’s an effort to recognize the influence of the game’s Latino contingent by putting accent marks on the names on players’ jerseys. The Ponle Acento campaign is meant to remind teams to ask their players how they want their names rendered.

Latina ‘Geek Goddess’ Elianne Ramos Joins Clinton’s Digital Team NBC News

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n Friday, R a m o s announced - on social media, of course that she has become part of the Clinton campaign’s L a t i n o Coalitions Ramos Digital Desk. The new job takes her where she said she hopes to take others in the Latino community this election - from observer to smack in the middle of the election battle.

She said the digital team wants to “drive conversation” in the election - a tough task amid Donald Trump’s day to day off-the-cuff statements.

THE HEALTH MUSEUM HOUSTON, TEXAS

The Royal Tea and Fashion Show Kick Off Party Photography by Vicky Pink

The Fort Bend County Chapter of The Links, Incorporated hosted a very special charitable affair in commemoration of the organization’s twenty years of service within the Fort Bend Community. The Royal Tea and Fashion Show Kick Off Party was to celebrate the upcoming Royal Tea and Fashion Show featuring designs by Elizabeth Anthony and produced by Lenny Matuszewski. Lite bites and libations were served. Destiny Wines and Gulfgate Dodge Chrysler Jeep generously underwrote the event. The official tea and fashion show will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2016 at The Royal Sonesta Hotel at 2:00 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go towards scholarships for high school seniors within the Fort Bend area and to provide leadership in the creation of innovative healthy eating education and wellness solutions that improve the lives of individuals in the Fort Bend community.

XFINITY STORE HOUSTON, TEXAS

Xfinity’s Meet and Greet with Noel Torres Photography by Vicky Pink

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ans got a real treat as they got to be up close and personal with their favorite Mexican recording artist Noel Torres thanks to Xfinity. A huge crowd greeted Torres as he entered the Xfinity Store in Pasadena. The first 100 fans received a signed CD of his newest album “Me Pongo De Pie.” Torres posed for photos and signed autographs to the delight of all.

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FOREST BROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL HOUSTON, TEXAS

Houston’s First School Immunization Sunday Photography by Vicky Pink

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n recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee hosted Immunization Sunday for Houston area students. Joining Congresswoman Jackson Lee was Houston ISD Trustee Rhonda Skillern-Jones and Texas Children’s Hospital to provide free immunizations to get them ready to go back-toschool. Students also got to enjoy face painting and meeting Trae the Truth. “Ensuring that your child is protected from diseases is important, and certain immunizations are required for the school year,” stated Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF HOUSTON HOUSTON, TEXAS

PowHer Play 2016 Photography by Vicky Pink

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rofessional women from all over the city met for PowHer Play 2016 to mentor one another and network their way to success. PowHer is an event hosted by The Chatman Women’s Foundation, a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization that supports women building lives for their families. Some in attendance were Vanessa Reed, Erin Quander, Joya Williams, Shawntell McWilliams, Kat Dubbelde, Shanna Jones, Lynn Clouser Kelly, Nicole and emcee Natalie Arceneaux.

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VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN HOUSTON HOUSTON, TEXAS

Congresswoman Lee’s Beat the Heat Program Photography by Vicky Pink

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ongresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee is making sure the residents of her district are staying cool with the Beat the Heat Program. Seniors, veterans and the disabled who were in need were given air conditioners for free. The heat wave has been devastating and this program has always sought to make sure the constituents of the 18th Congressional District can Beat the Heat. Companies partnered with Congresswoman Lee to donate the A/C unit. For more information, call Lee’s office at 713-655-0050.

AMC STUDIO 30 HOUSTON, TEXAS

“Operation Chromite” Screening Photography by Vicky Pink

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Operation Chromite” is the codename for the famous Battle of Inchon that took place on September 15, 1950, shortly after the Korean War broke out on June 25 in 1950. This story is coming to the silver screen and Houston Style Magazine was on hand for a preview of the movie. The film tells of the attack to drive out the North Koreans

by U.N. forces. Many military veterans could be seen in the audience at the advanced screening.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Houston-Based Sysco Reports Net Earnings Of $950M For Fiscal Year 2016 Houston Public Media

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ouston-based food service company Sysco’s fiscal year 2016 net earnings of $950 million is an increase of almost 40 percent from the previous year. Its annual sales increased 3.5 percent to $50.4 billion over the course of its 53-week fiscal year, which ended on July 2. The company plans to increase its operating income growth by reducing its workforce and modernizing technology by 2018. Sysco is one of the largest food and supplies distributors in the United States. It serves restaurants, hospitals and schools.

#spendblack campaign that has three innovative twists – it’s v i s u a l l y inspiring, easy to join and asks people of all races to #spendblack. The visual inspiration comes from a beautiful photo-wall of those who have joined the campaign at www.pictition.com/spendblack. #Spendblack’s central message is, “We can all show support for black lives by simply supporting black livelihood.”

slapping customers with additional fees for those who exceed their monthly data quota, the company will reduce wireless speeds to 128 kbps (2G) for the remainder of the billing cycle. It’s also possible to pay for more data instead of enduring the slower load time.

Microsoft, Google Gang Up On Apple in New Ads CNN Newswire

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New Jersey Educator Launches STEM Comic Book Black Enterprise

pple is getting picked on by two of its biggest competitors. Google and Microsoft used some of Apple’s well-known user pain points to promote their own services in two separate TV and YouTube ads this month. On Tuesday, Microsoft went after Apple by pitting its new Surface Pro 4 tablet and Cortana smart assistant against the iPad Pro and Siri. Microsoft’s new ad shows the iPad and Siri throwing a party for “getting a keyboard.”

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Italian Restaurant Under Scrutiny for Selling ‘Black Olives Matter’ Merchandise The Grio

aseed Gifted has written and created a new comic book with an African American antihero and designed to teach STEM. The longtime math teacher and engineer have Gifted teamed up with PBS Media to launch a kickstarter campaign with a goal of $8,500. Money will be used to hire artist Abel Garcia and production costs for print and distribution. A portion of funds will go to Gifted current school, Central High School PreEngineering Academy in Newark, NJ. Target’s $20 Million Answer to Transgender Bathroom Boycott CNN Newswire

McDonald’s Removes Fitness Trackers in Happy Meals Due to Burn Hazard CNN Newswire

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cDonald’s, which has been accused of using its kids’ toys to incentivize parents and children to eat more unhealthy fast food, released a new fitness tracker it calls “Step-It.” Program educates first-time Hispanic mothers about healthy babies. The tracker blinks at different speeds depending on the child’s physical activity. Each Happy Meal in the U.S. and Canada will include one of six different wrist-worn pedometers. The only problem is, the fitness tracker is a burn hazard. The company has decided to remove the tracker from Happy Meals.

Barnes & Noble Ousts CEO CNN Newswire

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arget, facing a boycott over its policy of allowing transgender customers and employees to use the bathroom of their choice, says it will spend $20 million to expand bathroom options at all of its U.S. stores.

Target (TGT) CFO Cathy Smith said that the company has heard objections to the transgender bathroom policy from some customers, though she said other customers had voiced support. In response, Target has decided to expand its use of a third, single-toilet bathroom at all of its stores, which can be locked by users.

Black Men Launch #SpendBlack Campaign With an Innovative Twist Black Enterprise

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oday, in response to the heart-wrenching and racially-charged shootings in July, black men in the BMe Community have launched a coordinated

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arnes & Noble’s CEO got the boot. Barnes & Noble said that its board of directors determined CEO Ronald Boire “was not a good fit for the organization, and that it was in the best interests of all parties for him to leave.”

The shake up comes even as Barnes & Noble shares have Boire performed surprisingly well.

The company’s stock is up 53.6% so far this year.

Boire, formerly the CEO of Sears, took the helm of the book seller in September 2015.

AT&T Says Goodbye to Frustrating Overage Fees CNN Newswire

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T&T announced a new plan structure, available starting Sunday, that eliminates overage fees for customers. Those with a tendency to quickly use up their mobile data allotment for the month can now breathe a sigh of relief. Rather than

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fter an Italian restaurant in New Mexico came under fire for advertising “Black Olives Matter” specials at their eatery, they are facing backlash once again for now putting the offending phrase on tee shirts and other merchandise. Paisano’s in Albuquerque ok selling “black olives matter” shirts and hats, KOAT-TV reported Monday, after seeing the national headlines that the restaurant generated after they used the phrase to promote their tuna dish with black olive tapenade.

UT Professors Talks New Project Evolving Book CNN Newswire

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niversity of Texas College of Education Professors Louis Harrison and Anthony Brown have created a collection Harrison and Brown of works into the research on education of African-American males called The Black Male Education Research Collection. The collection includes articles about everything from mentoring to psychological health to expulsion and suspension rates.

The goal of the research, according to the creators of the website, it to create a pool for researchers to draw from when studying the unique problems that AfricanAmericans face, especially African-American males, in the barriers to their education.

TRAVEL

St. Thomas Island Paradise

By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

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he connection between Texas & the US Virgin Islands is a bit deeper than you think. It’s not just Tim Duncan being the country’s biggest export to the state, its the vast amount of Texans that travel from the Lone Star state to the beautiful island. Over 30,000 Texans vacation in the US Virgin Islands every year and that number could be expected to grow over time. United Airlines officially has regularly scheduled flights to the island and Houston Style was part of the inaugural flight to one of the Virgin Islands’ most prominent locales: St. Thomas.

St. Thomas is part of a trio of islands that fly under the US Virgin Island umbrella. St. John & also St. Croix have been vacation hubs for couples, traveling singles and passionate travel enthusiasts for years. All of the proper ideas of a beach filter through the mind when thinking of St. John, St. Thomas & St. Croix: picturesque blue water, white, smooth beaches and the occasional mixed drink with a mini-umbrella thrown in to complete the dream. Since all three

islands are technically US territory, visitors do not need passports in order to visit there. St. Thomas is the transportation hub of the Virgin Islands; the centerpiece of the V.I. system as one simply cannot leave the islands without gracing its soil. Visitors who maintain a longer stay on the isle may be drawn by the legendary shopping venues, the wide variety of water sports, activities, beaches and other accommodations.

The bustling port of Charlotte Amalie is the main town, while Red Hook sits on the eastern tip. The west end of the island is relatively wild; an open sprawl while hotels and resorts situated along the rim of the southern and eastern shores.

and plushness, the friendly and attentive staff definitely make up for it. The resort both contains room-only rates as well as an all-inclusive plan to fit your financial needs. Family owned, Bologno Bay has an amazing history attached to it and detailing the lineage of its past is a story the staff and owners are more than happy to share with you over a drink. Specifically at the resort’s Iggies Beach Bar and Grill, one of the best in the entire Caribbean. Enjoying scenic, turquoise beach views, listening to cool vibes and enjoying your favorite drink while munching on conch fritters was indeed one of our favorite things to do.

The adventure seeker in us all has one thrill to exercise in Bolongo Bay. Want a challenge? Set sail on the resort’s 53’ catamaran Heavenly Days, voted “the best excursion of the year in St. Thomas’. From snorkeling to

roomwithaviewvi.com) is a hilltop restaurant located on Bluebeard’s Castle. The restaurant boasts a beautiful view of the island and is considered to be the most romantic restaurant on the entire isle of St. Thomas. The 40-seat dining room is perfect for a special occasion with your sweetheart.

Ocean 362 (ocean362.com) contains fine eatery with a relaxing and serene environment.

Providing a one of a kind caribbean experience, Ocean 362 hangs its hat on modern “island to table” cuisine and celebrates the idea of eating local. Traditional Caribbean dishes are emphasized and are born strictly from ingredients that are fresh and local thanks to on-site chef Shaun Brian. Outfitted with a third story bar, customary cocktails and unforgettable views, Ocean 362 strives to get you an authentic VI experience. Want a particular meal to digest?

LODGING RECOMMENDATIONS

Style recommends lodging at Bolongo Bay. Located on the island of St. Thomas, Bologna Bay Resort is the place to reside if you’re not looking to break the bank. With over twenty-five beachfront rooms and 39 ocean view rooms overlooking a secluded palm-lined beach, Bolongo Bay is truly a gem. In 2014, Thrillist ranked it amongst one of the 25 best beaches in America.

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swimming with sea turtles or just a relaxing cocktail cruise, the Heavily Days is a Caribbean Chips and guacamole. True, its a dish that most experience one simply cannot miss.

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