Congress reintroduces George Floyd policing act
The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act hopes to end police brutality and hold officers accountable.
Lock Him Up: Trump Is Now a Convicted Felon
Trump has also been found liable in multiple civil trials.
Black Girl Magic: High schooler Leanna Johnson selected for elite U.S. Navy Summer Flight Academy
Leanna Johnson brings her Black Girl Magic to elite U.S. Navu Summer Flight Academy.
Associate Editor’s Message: Can a sister get some love?
Marilyn Mosby, Caribbean Americans and the white nationalist crazies take center stage.
Sports Briefs: Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco returns from 10-game suspension
Ronel Blanco looked sharp in his return after a 10-game suspension.
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Three Black men sue American Airlines for racial discrimination over body odor complaint
The lawsuit alleges that American Airlines has a history of mistreating Black passengers.
Comcast Rise deadline for business grants is today
During Comcast Rise’s initial two-year program, 13,000 small businesses were awarded over $110 million.
HISD in Turmoil: Community questions teacher, principal terminations, contracts
HISD in trouble as budget cuts and staffing changes spark outrage.
Confederate heroes’ names on schools making a comeback
There’s a national move to restore confederate hero names to schools.
Texans reward Nico Collins’ breakout season with three-year, $72.5 million extension
Nico Collins’ new contract comes with $52 million guaranteed and an annual $24.2 million salary.
The party of Lincoln is dead
Republicans openly celebrate the Confederacy and attacks on all things Black, including Black people.
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
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.
Police have killed over 380 people so far this year
Police killing of U.S. Navy airman Roger Fortson, others prompts calls for police reform.