Down-ballot stakes: Black women judges fear voter drop-off
Black women transformed Harris County’s bench in 2018. Now, long ballots could test their power.
Tre and Shawn Owens Lemons: A community service love story
A Third Ward couple transforms love, gratitude, and neighborhood pride into hands-on community service.
Ilhan Omar isn’t above the law. Neither is the Justice Department
The search of a sitting member of Congress underscores why federal law enforcement must remain independent.
Houston dating red flags to watch
If you are dating in Houston, ignore these signs at your own risk.
Make sure to mind your mental health and well-being
Dr. Deborah Wilson discusses mental health stresses of recent events, offering advice for coping.
DN+ shares storytelling that reflects the diverse interests and experiences of Black Houston area readers.
Trending Stories
Houston Black judges lead fight to save democracy
Houston judges urge citizens to defend voting, courts, election integrity, and the rule of law.
Madison senior, Coryn Fields, is building more than a volleyball career
Coryn Fields leads Madison while preparing to pursue volleyball and engineering at Alabama State.
Who has left Houston Independent School District since September 2025?
HISD’s leadership ranks have shifted significantly, with several top officials departing since September 2025.
Estee Marie turns survival story into healing art
Houston artist Estee Marie turns childhood trauma into an art exhibition.
Message from the Associate Editor: Stand, rep, vote
Fact-check Black fatherhood myths and seriously check key party differences before upcoming elections.
HBCU Homecoming: A never-miss annual tradition
HBCU alumni share the friendships, traditions, and pride that make Homecoming an annual family reunion.
Profiles
Jamika Phillips: Software engineer turned manicurist entrepreneur
Jamika Phillips launched Shades The Nail Bar to bring community, quality, and inclusion to nailcare.
Genora Boykins brings a lifetime of leadership to The Woman’s Hospital of Texas
Genora Boykins leverages decades of leadership experience to chair The Woman’s Hospital of Texas board.
Houston artist Daniel Yisa redefines art therapy
Houston artist Daniel Yisa turns personal pain into powerful psychological art and self-reflection.
National
Houston Black community confronts modern lynching fears
Black families, students, clergy, and lawmakers demand deeper investigations into suspicious hanging deaths.
How America’s memory of 9/11 got whitewashed
Black stories have been regularly excluded from the legacy of the September 11 attacks.
New judge could decide if Karmelo Anthony gets a new trial
Karmelo Anthony seeks a new trial after murder conviction, alleging constitutional errors and unfair proceedings.
Under Trump, how does America rank globally?
According to many indexes, America is declining in global standing, democracy and social progress.
July 5th, other lost Black holidays deserve observance
Here’s a compelling look at forgotten Black liberation holidays that deserve modern revival and observance.