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“A life lived with pur- pose, a heart devoted to care.” Dr. Florence Wooten, a cherished physician, loving mother and grandmother, and proud lifelong Houstonian, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, surrounded by her family and the warmth of the memories she created with those she loved. She was
By: Dr. Justice Especially since the presidential inauguration in January, significant controversy looms over the fate of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. DEI began to address systemic inequality, sustained exclu- sion and create fairer environments in higher education and the workplace. African Americans championed DEI to help its communities
Addressing Current & Historical Realities Affecting Our Community Houston is one of the larg- est and most diverse cities in America, with a Black population that has played a significant role in shaping its culture, economy, and history. From the historic Freedmen’s Town to the thriving Third Ward, Black Houstonians
A Pew Research Center study reveals that nearly two-thirds of Black adults perceive news about Black people as more negative compared to other racial groups. Additionally, 57% believe media coverage only highlights certain segments of Black communities, indicating a need for more comprehensive and balanced reporting.
In compliance with a directive from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the U.S. Naval Academy’s Nimitz Library has removed approximately 400 books addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion topics, including Maya Angelou’s “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.”
It has often been said that history repeats itself, but for Black America, it isn’t just a saying—it’s a lived reality that has stretched across centuries. From the chains of slavery to the cages of mass incarceration, from the brutality of Jim Crow to the quiet violence of voter suppression, the forms may change,...
Keke Palmer, well-known actress, singer, and television personality, recently invited Johnathan Majors as a guest on her popular podcast. However, the decision to feature Majors
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HOUSTON – A Houston man is charged with engaging in organized criminal activity for stealing nearly $500,000 worth of backup-power generators by scamming 30 distributors
...By: Dr. Justice Especially since the presidential inauguration in January, significant controversy looms over the fate of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. DEI began
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Recent studies show that synthetic braid hair has harmful chemicals which have been linked to cancer. For many Black people, synthetic hair is a go-to
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For over 198 years the Black Press and the Black Church have joined together for causes of freedom, justice, equality, equity, and empowerment. Today
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By:NBC News George Foreman, world heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist who later became an entrepreneur known for the indoor grills that bore his
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“A life lived with pur- pose, a heart devoted to care.” Dr. Florence Wooten, a cherished physician, loving mother and grandmother, and proud lifelong Houstonian,
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By: Travis McGee All across our city we often hear the term “Affordable Housing” and you also see so- called affordable hous- ing projects thrown
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We are inviting the public and diverse leaders and organizations to protest. The protest will be held at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby on Sunday, March 2nd at
...Addressing Current & Historical Realities Affecting Our Community Houston is one of the larg- est and most diverse cities in America, with a Black population
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By: Marcia Johnson On April 10, 2025, the Earl Carl Institute at TSU will recognize individuals and organizations that have greatly impacted lives. The award
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By Taalib Saber, attorney and owner of The Saber Firm As Black History Month reminds us of our legacy of resilience and economic power,
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