Greater Houston Partnership condemns voter suppression, but not related Texas bills
The Greater Houston Partnership on Friday released a statement condemning voter suppression after public criticism from both Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo — but stopped short of calling out Texas Republicans who are pushing through bills in the state legislature that have been condemned as […]
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‘THIS IS BIGGER THAN OUR BROTHER’
GEORGE FLOYD FAMILY INTERVIEW
The family of George Floyd has been on an unbelievable journey since his death. As a community, we have seen the impact of George Floyd’s death on our country and the world but what about his relatives. What does the George Floyd family think about the juror selection process in Minnesota, the passage of the George Floyd Act, and what can the Black community do to help were just a few of the questions…
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Astros berated in Bronx for 2017 sign-stealing scandal
In wake of the Astros 2017 sign-stealing scandal, it’s become expected for them to catch it from fans in opposing stadiums. This is, after all, the first time baseball fans are getting to greet the Astros in person since Major League Baseball rendered its finding and penalties prior to the 2020 season. […]
ENTERTAINMENT
Upcoming Black Superman movie will have Black director
Warner Bros. and DC are committed to hiring a Black director for the long-awaited Black Superman movie. Just how committed? JJ Abrams, who has made a name for himself by […]
SPORTS
Fort Bend Marshall Senior Tairah Johnson Is Next Level
Fort Bend Marshall senior hurdler / long jumper Tairah Johnson is without question the odds-on favorite in the girls 100m hurdles with the only sub-14 second (13.73) qualifying time in […]
LIFESTYLE
Fit & Fine: Kimberly Williams
Who is Kimberly Williams? Occupation: Certified Personal Trainer/ Owner of Balance Lab Fitness & Balance Lab Wear Education: Furr High School/ Texas Tech University Major: Zoology Motto: “You only get […]
