UH sprinter Shaun Maswanganyi aims to make history at NCAA Outdoor Championships
Shaun Maswanganyi has been groomed by his iconic sprint coach Carl Lewis.
Nimitz Monique Thompson is first Black female valedictorian in over decade
Aldine Nimitz recognizes its first Black female valedictorian in over a decade, Monique Thompson.
Oyster Hut hit with restraining order
Oyster Hut personnel must stay at least 1,000 feet away from The Turkey Leg Hut.
Rihanna’s Fenty Hair line set to revolutionize haircare for all
Fenty will cater to all hair types and textures, while focusing on strengthening and repairing.
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Megan Thee Stallion reveals upcoming self-titled album
The album will be released after months of fevered anticipation.
Nathan Kongolo found new life through basketball program Heads Up Houston
Kongolo saw the benefit of the community basketball program, now he gives back to it.
Houston Community College students join the national AmeriCorps program
14 students will participate in the nationally recognized program.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, continues legislative duties
Jackson Lee vows to remain engaged on critical issues impacting her district and the nation.
Trump’s criminal justice contradictions called out by Black leaders
Critics argue that Trump has avoided the systemic bias plaguing many Black defendants.
Let’s celebrate mental health victories like we celebrate sports
Most mental illness goes untreated, especially in communities of color.
Profiles
Houston jazz artist, teacher, mentor Leonard ‘Al’ Campbell continues to expand legacy
Leonard ‘Al’ Campbell continues to have a profound impact on the jazz world globally.
Houston legend John Guess III shares insights on real estate legacy
By creating legacy wealth, legend John Guess III sets an example for Black entrepreneurs.
Globally-renowned, Houston-based Dr. Anthony Pinn continues to push theological boundaries
Theologian Dr. Anthony Pinn challenges traditional religious views and adopts a humanistic approach.
National
The party of Lincoln is dead
Republicans openly celebrate the Confederacy and attacks on all things Black, including Black people.
What college protests say about America
Voters should remember Donald Trump and Republicans’ selective outrage exposes their ‘law and order’ hypocrisy.
Black military service: Fighting enemies foreign and domestic
The long history of Black military service involves battles overseas and at home.
Conservative Supreme Court ruling weakens racial gerrymandering claims
The decision raises the evidentiary bar for proving racial discrimination in redistricting cases.
The many faces of mental illness in Blacks
The prevalence of mental illness in the Black community brings specific challenges.