Soulful Feasts: 14 Black-Owned Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Specials in 2024
Thanksgiving—a time for gratitude, family, and, of course, mouthwatering food. But let’s be real: not everyone has the time, energy, or culinary prowess to pull off a picture-perfect feast. This year, why not take a break from the stove and …
‘It’s on him’: Democrats look to Hakeem Jeffries to plot a path to revival
Hakeem Jeffries nearly became House speaker. Instead, he’s steering the Democratic Party through an identity crisis and hoping to avoid an ugly intraparty civil war.
Attorneys for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs call government’s use of his personal notes ‘outrageous’
Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs accused federal prosecutors of “outrageous” conduct for obtaining the former music mogul’s personal notes from his jail cell.
Queen Bey Brings Holiday Magic to H-Town: Beyoncé's Spectacular Halftime Performance Christmas Day at the Texans vs Ravens Game
When it comes to making Houston proud, no one does it quite like Beyoncé. This Christmas Day, our hometown superstar will deliver a once-in-a-lifetime performance during the halftime show of the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game at NRG Stadium. …
*The Twelve Ways of Christmas* Brings Holiday Magic to The Ensemble Theatre
Get ready, Houston! The Ensemble Theatre’s highly anticipated holiday production, *The Twelve Ways of Christmas*, opens tonight, and it promises to be a heartwarming spectacle that’ll capture the true spirit of the season. With a unique blend of music, dance, …
Queen Bey's Texas Triumph: Beyoncé Leads the Grammy Nominations with 'Cowboy Carter'
Houston's pride and joy, Beyoncé, has taken her career to new heights with an astonishing 11 Grammy nominations for her genre-blending country album, Cowboy Carter. The hometown superstar is rewriting the rulebook, breaking barriers, and setting records as she claims …
HMAAC Art Lover’s Dream: Houston's Modern and Contemporary African Art Auction Comes to Life
In a groundbreaking move that will cement Houston’s reputation as a cultural powerhouse, the city is set to host its first-ever Modern and Contemporary African Art Sale. This is no ordinary event—it's an invitation for art aficionados, culture enthusiasts, and …
A Historic Moment: Two Black Women Serving Together in the U.S. Senate for the First Time
In a groundbreaking moment of progress, resilience, and representation, the U.S. Senate has, for the first time in history, welcomed two Black women to serve simultaneously. This milestone, achieved in the November 2024 elections, not only doubles the total number …
Racist Text Messages Strike Black Americans: A Disturbing Echo of the Past
In a chilling reminder of America's painful legacy of slavery and racism, Black Americans across the country—from students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to working professionals—are receiving racist text messages that reference “picking cotton” and “slave catchers.” The …
Queen Bey Goes Ivy League: Yale University Honors Beyoncé’s Legacy with a New Course
Houston’s own Beyoncé is now officially Ivy League material! Yale University will soon introduce a course focused on the iconic superstar, further cementing her status as one of the most culturally significant artists of our time. With a record-breaking 99 …
A Night of Blue Elegance and Empowerment: The 3rd Annual Little Blue Dress Soirée by Dreams Unleashed She Networks, Inc.
Last Friday night, Houston’s stars didn’t just light up the sky; they lit up the 3rd Annual Little Blue Dress Soirée, hosted by Dreams Unleashed She Networks, Inc. (DUSN). This incredible event, held at the chic Sharespace on Naylor Street, …
Harriet Tubman honored for her military service on Veterans Day nearly 160 years later
A scout. A spy. A nurse. An advocate. These were just a few of the titles used to describe a renowned freedom fighter and former enslaved woman who spent her life fighting for others at a commissioning ceremony in Maryland.
Sylvester Turner Steps Up to Succeed Sheila Jackson Lee in Texas’s 18th Congressional District with Landslide Win
Houston has spoken, and change is on the horizon. Former Mayor Sylvester Turner clinched a decisive victory in Tuesday’s election, securing 70 percent of the vote to succeed the late Sheila Jackson Lee in Texas’s 18th Congressional District. Turner, a …
Harris offers Americans a chance to turn the page on Trump era on election eve – without mentioning his name
Her message has been consistent, but Kamala Harris has in the closing days of the presidential race dropped two notable words from her stump speech: Donald Trump.
Quincy Jones: Family, Marriages, and Children – The Heart of a Musical Legend
While Quincy Jones is celebrated for his groundbreaking work in music and entertainment, his personal life also paints a rich tapestry. Over the years, Quincy’s relationships and family dynamics have been as diverse and influential as his career. He married …

