Florida woman who fatally shot neighbor appears in court
Susan Louise Lorincz told detectives that she called the victim’s children by racist slurs.
Supreme Court rules in favor of Black Alabama voters, Votings Rights Act
In an unexpected defense of Voting Rights Act, the Supreme Court issued a 5-4 ruling.
Community shakes up first HISD board meeting since TEA takeover
Houston ISD’s new leaders faced heckling and harsh comments when they held their first school board meeting
Try these games to make saving money fun
Turning saving into a game can become more enjoyable and motivating than a chore.
SAiD Institute hosts inaugural U.S Africa Diaspora Summit
SAiD Institute hosts it’s first U.S African Diaspora Summit in Houston.
Could a Texans, DeAndre Hopkins reunion happen?
Hopkins may be interested in a reunion with the Texans, and they might be, too.
Black man shot in the mouth by Mississippi deputy to file federal civil rights lawsuit
The lawsuit comes amid an ongoing Justice Department civil rights investigation into the encounter.
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Ex-HISD superintendent House lands similar job in D.C.
House previously served as HISD superintendent until he was replaced last week by Mike Miles.
People on the move
This week’s highlights: Dr. Carl Goodman, Denise Malloy, Antonea Jackson, Travis Sattiewhite, John Guess Jr.
4 tips for planning a summer family vacation
It’s summertime, and after being locked down for so long, or forced to travel with restrictions, many families are eager…
Serial threat-making ‘Karen’ arrested for killing Black mom
Authorities came under pressure Tuesday to arrest and charge Susan Louise Lorincz.
Dennis Brantley says goodbye after 37 years
After nearly four decades of coaching student athletes, Dennis Brantley retires.
Trill Burgers now open for Bun B-usiness
The long-awaited Trill Burgers brick-and-mortar spot is open. And folks are loving it.
Profiles
Quiet Hiring: What are the red flags?
Have you heard of quiet hiring? Find out what it is, why it’s gaining popularity, and whether it could affect…
Wazobia African Market celebrates 10 years serving community
Texas’ largest African grocery store in will mark its 10-year anniversary with a community-wide celebration.
How breathwork can help Black community with stress
Author Zee Clarke talks about how breathwork can reinvigorate and heal us during stressful times.
National
HBCUs disrupted by bomb threats get Project SERV grants
The short-term grants are for local educational agencies and universities that have experienced violence.
What happened to journalism’s racial reckoning?
After George Floyd’s murder, white-owned newsrooms promised to support Black journalists. What happened?
What should I do on the death anniversary?
More are asking this question as U.S. mass killings rise.
Study: Depression in Black and Hispanic communities surpass whites
Depression rates of Black and Hispanic adults have now passed white adults.
Civil rights groups warn tourists about Florida in wake of ‘hostile’ laws
Groups advise recent laws are “hostile toward African Americans, people of color and LGBTQ+ individuals.”