Millions of Americans were surprised by overdraft fees in 2022, according to a new report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, even as many major banks moved to reduce or eliminate the charges.
Celebrating 55 years of service with the Houston Area Urban League
For 55 years, the Houston Area Urban League has helped thousands of people to, not only survive but to thrive and do better for the next generation. It’s a commitment that has been part of the DNA of Judson W. Robinson III, President and CEO of Houston Area Urban League.
Retirement for African Americans, Launch of Career Pathways Program, How to Up Your Money Game
FOX 26 is partnering with the Defender Network, which has been delivering news and information to the Black community in our area for more than 90 years.
HAUL Launches Career Pathways Program at Carver High School
The Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) is extending its New Project Ready 3.0 Nulites Chapter to Aldine ISD’s Carver High School. The initiative welcomed a cohort of 100 students into the program on Nov. 3.
The Robinson Family: Three Generations of Service and Leadership
Judson W. Robinson III represents the third generation of his family dedicated to improving Houston’s Black community. His grandfather, a businessman, community leader, and activist known as “Big Jud,” was a catalyst for change in the city. His father, Judson Jr., continued in Big Jud’s footsteps, becoming the first Black American elected to the Houston […]
A conversation with Judson W. Robinson, III, president and CEO of the Houston Area Urban League
On this edition of In Black America, producer/host John L. Hanson Jr. speaks with Judson W. Robinson, III, president and CEO of the Houston Area Urban League. This past summer, the Houston Area Urban League hosted the 2023 National Urban League Conference at the George R. Brown Convention Center. The NUL Conference return to Houston […]
Texas Officials Say They’re Immune From ‘Election Integrity’ Row
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson and Provisional Attorney General of Texas John Scott have immunity from civil rights claims challenging the state Election Integrity Act because they lack a sufficient connection to enforcement of the law, their counsel told the Fifth Circuit Wednesday.
Texas GLO Commissioner in Houston addresses ongoing rebuild after Hurricane Harvey
HOUSTON – Some Houstonians who are still waiting for home repairs after Hurricane Harvey have an advocate who’s working to get answers for them. We told you just a few days ago about a couple of Houstonians hit hard by Harvey back in 2017 who say they’re now having issues with a government program to help rebuild […]