November 8, 2025

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TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

Image is very important because of America’s historic racist history. Thus, TSU was institutionally created out of a racist mind-set. The concept of separate, but equal was nev- er equal. Black Texans were not permitted to attend the University of Texas. What an ungodly shame. Even though tax dollars are

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REMEMBERING RICHARD “DICK” CHENEY

By: Fred Smith Richard “Dick” Cheney, a towering and often polarizing figure in American politics, died on November 3, 2025, at the age of 84. According to a statement from his family, the cause of death was complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. Cheney served as the 46th

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AI IS TAKING OVER — AND BLACK WORKERS ARE THE FIRST TO GO

By: Roy Douglas Malonson AI is changing everything, but not everyone is benefiting. While tech companies brag about “the future,” thousands of Black workers across America are quietly losing their jobs to machines that don’t need lunch breaks, don’t take vacations, and don’t earn a paycheck. For decades, we fought

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Ledisi Dinah Washington Tribute in Dallas: Nov 9

The world of jazz and blues has been graced by many legends, but few have left a mark as indelible as Dinah Washington. Known as the “Queen of the Blues,” Washington’s influence on African American singers is profound and enduring. This November, the gifted vocalist Ledisi will bring her soulful

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Masika Kalysha Husband Dies in Houston Car Crash

In a tragic turn of events, Jamar Champ, the estranged husband of reality TV star Masika Kalysha, was reportedly killed in a car accident involving a vehicle that was traveling the wrong way on a Houston freeway. Champ was 38 years old. The accident has sent shockwaves through the Houston

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National News

By: Roy Douglas Malonson AI is changing everything, but not everyone is benefiting. While tech companies brag about “the future,” thousands of Black workers across America are quietly losing their jobs to machines that don’t need lunch breaks, don’t take vacations, and don’t earn a paycheck. For decades, we fought to earn a place...

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The world of jazz and blues has been graced by many legends, but few have left a mark as indelible as Dinah Washington. Known as

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By: Fred Smith A long-standing pillar of Houston’s historic Third Ward, Greater Rose Hill Missionary Baptist Church is approaching a significant milestone. Founded in 1902

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[Photo: jamestalarico.com] On Saturday, the State Tejano Democrats – the largest Hispanic Democratic organization in the State of Texas – voted for James Talarico for

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When One Partner Steps Back, Another Steps Up: The Mavericks’ Stand for Dallas

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REMEMBERING RICHARD “DICK” CHENEY

By: Fred Smith Richard “Dick” Cheney, a towering and often polarizing figure in American politics, died on November 3, 2025, at the age of 84.

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WHAT HAPPENS IF EVERY BLACK DOLLAR STAYED BLACK FOR JUST 30 DAYS?

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Lone Star College System appointed Carolyn Donovan as the first associate vice chancellor, Alumni Relations and Engagement. Donovan, who starts Oct. 20, will lead efforts

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Afro Tech, the premier event celebrating innovation, tech, and culture within the Black community, is making its grand return to Houston in 2026. This event

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