Reverend William Lawson: A Legacy Rooted in Education
The community remembers Rev. Bill Lawson’s impact on education in Houston.
Councilmember Letitia Plummer shares her criteria for HPD chief
Here’s what Houston City Councilmember Letitia Plummer wants HPD’s next chief to possess.
Book bans, Black authors, Black protagonists and literary representation: in conversation with Kindred Stories
Third Ward’s Kindred Stories hosts books by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) authors.
Gayle King defies age with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover at 69
King’s achievement is sure to inspire women of all ages to embrace their own beauty.
Summer Creek high jumper Brianna Rivers makes her own mark, leaps for gold
Summer Creek’s, Brianna Rivers wins first gold after jumping 5-feet-7 in high jump.
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Ready to put a ring on it? Consider these tips before tying the knot.
The pastoral legacy of Rev. William A. Lawson lives on
Reverend William A. Lawson’s legacy touches Wheeler Avenue, countless justice movements and pastors galore.
Protests erupt as HISD faces layoffs
HISD maintains that layoff decisions are based on instruction quality, not budget challenges alone.
Texans rookie Kamari Lassiter ready to play football at a high level
The Texans hope Kamari Lassiter will shine opposite of cornerback Derek Stingley Jr.
Ben Crump leads class action suit against Geico
The lawsuit alleges discrimination among minority business owners formerly associated with the company.
Reverend William Lawson: A legacy of leadership and activism in Houston’s civil rights movement
Lawson arrived in Houston in the 1950s and founded Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in 1962.
Profiles
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.
Demetria Qualls, Hearts of Rescue offer unique homeless ministry
Demetria Qualls leads Hearts of Rescue’s unique ministry that offers showers for the homeless.
Tierney Malone uses art, voice to spotlight Houston’s rich jazz legacy
Artist Tierney Malone highlights Houston’s jazz legacy through his various artistic endeavors and storytelling.
National
Brittney Griner reveals harrowing Russia experience, life after release in new book
Griner talks focusing on mental health, advocacy, and life after detainment in her new book.
Congressional Black Caucus chairman backing Biden’s campaign efforts to appeal to Black voters
Rep. Steven Horsford expressed confidence in the Biden-Harris administration’s record of decency over chaos.
Blacks and Autism: We need to talk
Black children and parents face unique challenges regarding autism. Delayed diagnosis is just one.
Conservative backlash grows against DEI initiatives around nation
Conservative claim DEI initiatives prioritize racial or gender identity over individual merit.
Essence editor, author Malaika Jabali offers reasons Blacks should dump capitalism
Malaika Jabali’s new book discusses several reasons why Blacks should break up with capitalism.