Redrawn and reshuffled: 29th Congressional District residents press candidates for answers
Residents packed a forum to hear directly from candidates vying to represent the district.
Jene Washington remains a community service triple threat
Jene Washington lives a triplet’s legacy serving HISD, Pilgrim Congregational, and Third Ward.
Education Department targets low-paying degrees for funding cuts
The new rule will end federal student loans and institutional support for consistently failing programs,
A year later, Rockets lack `edge’ in Kevin Durant era.
Kevin Durant has been the scorer the Rockets need, but other issues have arisen.
Top 10 Black women TV/movie heroines
Black women have shined on big and small screens. Check these 10 top roles.
DN+ shares storytelling that reflects the diverse interests and experiences of Black Houston area readers.
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Jack Yates’ head basketball coach, Greg Wise, reaches 1,000 career wins
Greg Wise’s legacy stretches beyond wins, built on discipline, community, and a game-changing system.
Texas American Bar Association (ABA) divorce threatens Black legal futures
Political attack on ABA accreditation in Texas/Florida endangers more than legal careers.
Without shelter: How Houston youth navigate housing
A stolen car pushed Jasmine into homelessness until she found Covenant House, a Houston shelter.
We must call out racism. Period
Trump’s Truth Social post portraying the Obamas as monkeys is racism. We must call it out
Terrance’s Take: University of Houston Kelvin Sampson’s ‘We’re Poor’ claim checks out
It’s a well-known fact that the University of Houston operates on a slim budget.
Amanda Edwards suspends March 3rd primary campaign, remains on the ballot
Former council member halts active run but pushes voter engagement as congressional maps reshape race.
Profiles
Filmmaker Jerry Madison Jr creates thriving Black film community in Houston
Jerry Madison Jr. returns home to build Houston’s thriving Black creative community.
Centrell Reed builds Houston entertainment ecosystem
Centrell Reed fights to make Houston competitive with Atlanta, LA, and New York.
NFL Vet Victor Allotey builds empire rooted in culture, class, community
ormer NFL pro Victor Allotey’s Houston supper club creates space for culture and community.
National
Nicki Minaj declares herself Trump’s “No. 1 Fan,” politics as performance continues
Minaj dismissed criticism, praised Trump’s power and protection, and turned a policy event into pop theater.
Storm cuts TX-18 early voting short, judge orders Harris County to reopen polls
Houston groups sue to restore lost early voting days after storm disrupts TX-18 runoffs.
A year in, Trump’s agenda has deepened Black economic pain
Report warns that the ‘chaos’ of White House domestic policies is surging across Black America.
Somali-run day cares in Minnesota: What we know so far
A viral video reignited Minnesota’s fraud debate, unleashing federal probes across Somali-owned child care centers.
Ones to Watch in 2026 – National
These political, cultural, and creative voices are expanding their reach, poised for more in 2026.