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Madd Hatta’s ‘I Am the Dream’ scholarship supports TSU, PVAMU

by Aswad WalkerSeptember 30, 2026September 29, 2026

Radio personality Madd Hatta expands his scholarship program to support HBCU students pursuing their dreams.

10 Ways to cut rising school costs

by ReShonda TateAugust 7, 2026August 6, 2026

Madd Hatta champions entrepreneurship with children’s book debut

by Aswad WalkerJuly 30, 2026July 29, 2026

A group of supportive Blackshear parents and community members welcoming students back to school.

‘Pride of Third Ward’ is alive at Blackshear Elementary

by Contributing WriterJanuary 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Summer activities for kids

by ReShonda TateMay 22, 2025May 27, 2025

Juneteenth Archiving Project preserves Black Houston legacy

by Laura OnyenehoMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025

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What happened this week in the news

by ReShonda TateMay 10, 2024May 11, 2024

Mayor Sylvester Turner (center) is flanked by Parks Director Kenneth Allen (l) and Houston City Council Member Tarsha Jackson during the first stop of the recent tour celebrating the expansion of libraries in Houston.

Mayor’s Library Legacy Tour celebrates expanded opportunities, services

by Aswad WalkerDecember 22, 2023December 22, 2023

Houston Public Library, Hip Hop community partner to provide scholarships

by Defender News ServiceJune 21, 2017

City of Houston announces ‘Liftoff Houston’ business plan competition

by Defender News ServiceJune 8, 2017June 8, 2017

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