How America’s memory of 9/11 got whitewashed
Black stories have been regularly excluded from the legacy of the September 11 attacks.
Houston Art Alliance celebrates 20 years of impact
Black artists share the impact of Houston Art Alliance opportunities.
Managing Editor’s Message: Canada fights back, Lizzo wins, RIP Carla Jeffreys
Canada retaliates with tariffs, Lizzo scores a legal win, and Houston remembers actress Carla Jeffery.
Houston native Regan Hutsell makes history as Miss America with natural hair
Houston native Regan Hutsell made history as Miss America 2027, winning with her natural hair.
Eisenhower moves from playoff return to championship pursuit
Eisenhower enters 2026 with experience and championship expectations after ending its playoff drought in 2025.
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Voters push Democrats beyond centrist consensus
Democratic voters are challenging a party strategy built around caution, compromise, and centrist assumptions.
What the fire couldn’t take from Wiltrace Ngoh
After losing her home, Ngoh carries her grandfather’s lessons of resilience into volleyball and life.
West Houston homelessness partnership seeks permanent housing results
West Houston partners are expanding a homelessness program designed to move residents into permanent housing.
Fox 26’s Nate Griffin delivers morning sports like no other
Nate Griffin is an enduring sports broadcast figure as he enters Year 14 on Fox 26.
Houston mandates landlords to provide AC for all rental units
Houston’s new cooling mandate aims to protect renters from extreme heat despite concerns over costs.
Research: AI makes America dumber and more racist
Studies show AI degrades human cognitive skills while automating and masking systemic anti-Black racial bias.
Profiles
Jarred Morgan of 100 Black Men Houston on empowerment mission
Morgan blends business expertise, mentorship, and cultural connection to expand possibilities for Houston’s Black youth.
Patrick ‘Mr. Healthcare’ Collier delivers more than housing for seniors
Patrick Collier helps families navigate senior care, connecting loved ones with services, housing, and more.
LeRon Wilson takes helm at Hiram ClarkeFt. Bend Redevelopment Authority
LeRon Wilson brings ‘Mamba Mentality’ to redevelopment ambitions for Hiram Clarke and Fort Bend.
National
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.
What NY Democratic Socialist wins mean for Black political power
Will NY primary wins by progressive challengers backed by Democratic Socialists impact the Democratic Party nationally?
Obama Center: Michelle Obama reflects on U.S. ‘Imperfect Democracy’
Michelle Obama frames the new Presidential Center as a call to advance America’s unfinished democracy.