Supreme Court voting rights ruling raises concerns over Black voting power
Leaders warn that Louisiana v. Callais threatens Black voting power and weakens Voting Rights Act protections.
Chef Virgil Harper brings flavorful fine dining experience to Houston
Chef Virgil Harper expands his empire, bringing global seafood culture to Houston.
Black Menswear Flashmob makes more than fashion statement
A movement of Black men uses intentional fellowship and fashion to change negative media narratives.
Houston teacher fired by HISD takes fight to Austin
Fired HISD teacher Michelle Williams launches Texas House bid centered on public education and accountability.
The jump Fulshear’s Christian Chukelu almost never took
Fulshear’s Christian Chukelu overcomes doubt, injuries, and rediscovers purpose with a defining senior season.
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Trending Stories
32nd Annual Houston Tennis Classic offers more than swinging racquets
The Houston Tennis Classics brings Black tennis players from all over the country.
The evolution of prom: Back when the big night was simpler
Before the costly, social media-driven red carpet spectacle, prom was a simple affair.
When Trump circus becomes ‘normal,’ we cray
The normalization of Trump’s corruption and chaos is degrading American democracy, requiring active resistance.
Worthing High seniors earn degrees amid challenges, mixed outcomes
HISD’s 2026 class will produce more than 500 associate degree graduates and 7,800 certifications.
HISD unveils $2 billion budget amid declining enrollment, revenue
HISD proposes spending cuts, school consolidations, and classroom investments amid declining enrollment and funding pressures.
Terrance’s Take: Black student-athletes should boycott SEC and others
There is a national call for Black athletes to avoid states that don’t respect their vote.
Profiles
Honey Beigh turns passion for reading into a global sisterhood
Black Girls Who Read transforms reading into community, connection, and a powerful movement for women.
Keyatta Crews creates Tubi success with family empire
Houston filmmaker Keyatta Crews shares strategy for successful Tubi movie launch
Former teacher Fred McBride builds a sea-to-table dream
Retired teacher Fred McBride launched Captain Mc’s to bring fresh seafood to his community.
National
Rap lyrics, new confessions, death row: Inside James Broadnax’s execution
New confession, DNA evidence, and racial bias claims raise urgent questions before a Texas execution.
Houston Rep. Al Green removed from State of the Union after protesting racist trump video
Rep. Al Green removed from State of the Union after anti-racism protest.
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.