Press Releases
A Message from the Leaders of the Urban League Texas Movement
April 4, 2023 As part of our collective fight to advance equity in this state, the Texas Urban League Movement recognizes the critical moment that we find ourselves in. Our shared goals are critical and clear: we want safe and fair elections without additional, unnecessary barriers to the ballot box. In pursuit of… Continue reading A Message from the Leaders of the Urban League Texas Movement
A Conversation About Covid: Hosted by Larry Jones and The Houston Area Urban League
Did you know our friends at Houston Area Urban League have vaccinated over 5,000 people in the Houston area since the pandemic. We are here to talk to a few of our friends at the Urban League to talk to us about their continued efforts as well as their goals for 2023. Click here to… Continue reading A Conversation About Covid: Hosted by Larry Jones and The Houston Area Urban League
PNC to Bring Mobile Branch Bank to Houston’s Avenue Center
PNC is bringing a mobile bank branch to Houston's Avenue Center in the Near Northside neighborhood later this month. The 30-foot long branch on wheels will offer most of the features and services of a traditional brick-and-mortar branch, as well as educational seminars on homebuying, money management, and other topics. It officially opens March 31.… Continue reading PNC to Bring Mobile Branch Bank to Houston’s Avenue Center
National Urban League, Wells Fargo Confront Black Housing Challenges With ‘Home Appraisal Initiative’
According to a recent report on housing by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), the gap between Black and white homeownership is widening. However, NAREB’s 2022 State of Housing in Black America (SHIBA) Report offers solutions, including one being enacted by a collaboration between the National Urban League (NUL) and Wells Fargo. Click… Continue reading National Urban League, Wells Fargo Confront Black Housing Challenges With ‘Home Appraisal Initiative’
Greater Houston Coalition for Justice files lawsuit against TEA, Gov. Abbott
Leaders from the Greater Houston Coalition for Justice said at a Thursday press conference that they are filing a lawsuit against the Texas Education Agency over their decision to seize control of the Houston Independent School District.
Greater Houston Coalition Justice files lawsuit on behalf of Houston ISD against TEA for ‘discrimination’
HOUSTON – The Greater Houston Coalition Justice announced Thursday the filing of a lawsuit for discrimination against the Texas Education Agency on behalf of the Houston Independent School District following the agency’s decision to take over the school district, according to a news release. The organization said the third-party complaint includes the State of Texas, Gov. Greg… Continue reading Greater Houston Coalition Justice files lawsuit on behalf of Houston ISD against TEA for ‘discrimination’
Small Banks, ‘Giant’ Fees: These Two Texas Banks Lead the Nation in Collecting Overdrafts
Two Texas banks are accused of taking advantage of low-income customers after they charged clients $330 million in overdraft and other fees in 2022. First National Bank Texas, headquartered in Killeen, reported $128 million in service charges and fees during 2022, including $91 million in overdraft fees. Woodforest National Bank, based in The Woodlands, said… Continue reading Small Banks, ‘Giant’ Fees: These Two Texas Banks Lead the Nation in Collecting Overdrafts
National Urban League Conference Returns to Houston After 24 years
The National Urban League Conference, held in Houston for the first time in 24 years, will explore challenges of systemic racism, discrimination and barriers of the current social and economic landscape. VIEW ARTICLE