Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history. The event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada an...

Hurricane season begins June 1, and preparation efforts are already underway in the Houston area. But getting ready for a hurricane season involves more than stocking up on canned goods and water. Preparing your finances is just as important as gathering your storm supplies. It is critical to quickly resuming your daily life following a storm. There is often little warning before a storm, so preparation well in advance of a hurricane warning is essential to maintaining your financial stabilit...