What is up with the Black male vote?
Black men’s voting patterns reveal shifting priorities, diverse views, and demands for meaningful civic engagement.
HISD takeover “diminished, degraded, destroyed” schools: Citizen commission report
A coalition of officials and academics says the state takeover hurt HISD’s classrooms and finances.
‘Cash for Moms’ seeks to improve Black maternal health
Guaranteed income pilot projects have bet on cash support for new mothers.
Is the N-word still considered a term of endearment?
Who really is supposed to use the N-word?
7 ways Black Houstonians are getting played
Avoid predatory practices and protect your hard-earned money with these essential consumer protection tips.
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Trending Stories
250 days in Congress: Christian Menefee plans to rebuild TX-18
Menefee reflects on rebuilding Texas 18’s congressional office and turning representation into measurable results.
Elijah Eche’s growth fuels Westbury’s title chase
Westbury linebacker Elijah Eche transformed his game, emerging as a defensive leader with championship aspirations.
Message from the Associate Editor
Let’s reflect on justice, fighting political misinformation, and advocating for Black fathers across our community.
Nearly 1 in 4 Third Ward voters in ‘suspense’; still able to vote
Third Ward has one of Harris County’s highest concentrations of voters flagged for address verification.
Is iced coffee at job interviews unprofessional?
Should Gen Z bring iced coffee to job interviews?
Ava Coverdale found community, winning soccer at Texas Southern
Ava Coverdale scored a historic four goals in her first SWAC game against UAPB.
Profiles
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.
Kedrick Winfield helps finance city and people development
Houston financier Kedrick Winfield channels professional success, entrepreneurship, and service into developing people and communities.
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.