Finner ‘retires’ as HPD head amid suspended cases drama and questions
Amid controversy, Troy Finner retires as HPD head, with Larry Satterwhite now the acting chief.
Pastor Keion Henderson defends silencing woman during church service
The controversy raises complex questions about balancing orderly worship with compassionately addressing individual behaviors.
Here’s a sure-fire way to end DEI, CRT attacks at colleges
Black student-athletes can lead the charge to end attacks on DEI.
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.
Ft. Bend Marshall senior William Mitchell wins 5A 100-meter dash
William Mitchell from Ft. Bend Marshall runs 10.43 at the UIL 5A state meet.
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Protests overshadow graduation season on college campuses
Schools are taking extra safety precautions and making venue changes as a precaution.
TSU’s Jacob and Isaac Williams credit second mom, Desiree, for pushing them to success
Jacob and Isaac Williams view Desiree as their second mom, not their stepmother.
Texas free speech test: Pro-Palestine protests challenge campus rules
Here’s what the law says about protesting on Texas college campuses.
Brian McKnight’s concert canceled after controversy over children’s estrangement
The cancellation of the concert is believed to be related to the backlash.
TSU gets a new president, James W. Crawford III
James W. Crawford III, TSU’s next president, shares his vision for the school.
Four teams run sub-40 in Texas State Meet 4×100-meter relay
Humble Atascocita runs 39.14 in the 4×100-meter relay taking first place in 6A state meet.
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
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.
To bridge racial wealth gap Americans willing to pay more
A study reveals most Americans will pay more to reduce the racial wealth gap.