July 26, 2026

Community

Easy Mail Management: Carrying on the family business

Jenero Mitchell has been continuing the legacy his father started - keeping Easy Mail Management a staple in the Black community. He spoke to African-American...

By aframnews
August 1, 2021

Community, In Memoriam, Local

Her Life’s Journey: RIP Dianne Walker

The world was waiting for the birth of Dianne Walker. She was born December 12, 1945 to the late Charles Walker and the late Ruth...

By aframnews
July 31, 2021

Business, Community, Food, Food & Drinks, Local

Jamaica Pon Di Road in Acres Homes

Jamaica Pon Di Road is an authentic Jamaican street kitchen. This is the new place to be in the Acres Homes Community; with their friendly...

By aframnews
July 31, 2021

Arts, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Film, Local, Movies, Music, National, News, racism, Texas, Video

[WATCH MOVIE]: ‘Mr. Officer’ gives stirring, disturbing depiction of how police ‘see us’

"Mr. Officer" is a stirring depiction of how police "see" us. Complete with big-budget animations and cinematography reminiscent of "Planet of the Apes," the entire...

By aframnews
July 31, 2021

Community, Education, Food, Food & Drinks, HBCU, Local, News, Texas

HBCU former classmates make ‘Black Girl Magic’ in the kitchen

The Houston-based Philanthropists and co-authors Vernita Harris and Beatrice Moore met years ago on the HBCU campus, and now their shared love for education, community,...

By aframnews
July 31, 2021

Arts, Celebrities, Community, Entertainment, Local, Music

From dancer to phlebotomist to independent artist: The rise of Houston’s ‘Da Pink Celebrity’

Sharlene Dismuke, more commonly known by her stage name, Da Pink Celebrity, is a pioneer in unforgettable looks. Her brightly colored hair predates Nicki Minaj...

By aframnews
July 31, 2021

Community, In Memoriam, Local, News

The Life of Juanita L. Malonson Holliman, Ph.D.

Dr. Juanita L. Malonson Holliman was born on December 7, 1939 in Spring, Texas. She was the first of nine children born to John Curley...

By aframnews
July 25, 2021

Community, Local, News, Religion

Willie Wright Jr.: Don’t breakdown before the breakthrough

Willie Wright Jr. has been servicing the Houston community for decades, providing ministry to those in need. African-American News&Issues spoke to Wright about how he...

By aframnews
July 21, 2021

Community, Education, HBCU, Local, News

Board confirms Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young as new TSU president

The Texas Southern University Board of Regents named Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young as the sole finalist for the position of President of Texas Southern University....

By aframnews
May 31, 2021

Community, Local, News

Third Ward park memorial honors George Floyd

Floyd’s death sparked world-wide protest against police brutality and white supremacy. Houston is paying tribute to Floyd, the longtime resident, with a new park memorial...