The History of Juneteenth
How many people know the actual history behind the Juneteenth holiday? Sadly, through no fault of their own, many of today’s children. It is not taught in schools and some of their parents don’t even know. For those of who …
Appreciating African American Music Stirs One’s Soul
Music is a great storyteller. Through written words, a story is told, of course. But, the story set to music also comes alive in all of us with the emotions the music evokes. Hearing a particular song can cause one …
Issa Rae goes bold at CFDA fashion awards
The Council of Fashion Designers of America awards ceremony -- known as "the Oscars of the fashion industry" -- attracted some star power Monday night.
You're not prepared for Viola Davis's fierceness in 'Widows'
Viola Davis is ready to teach us how to get away with heisting. In the movie "Widows," Davis plays a woman who decides to find her inner criminal after her husband is killed while trying to pull off a heist. …
Steve Francis Visits Young Elementary
Former NBA Player Steve Francis stopped by Young Elementary to provide a ray of hope to a group of at-risk youth for their Boys’ Career Day.
T. Ellis Juneteenth Historical Art Exhibition at the Texas State Capitol
Ted T. Ellis, professional artist for more that 25 years, and is currently pursuing his Masters in Museum Studies. He is the art ambassador for the National Juneteenth Organization and has been selected to showcase five of his historical paintings …
To Fulfil Dr. King's Vision, We Must Lift Up the Poor
Dr. Martin Luther King's final mission was to build and launch a Poor People's Campaign across lines of race, religion and region. He called for a "revolution of values" to address the "triplets of evil" -- militarism, racism and economic …
ESPN's Jemele Hill named #NABJ18 Journalist of the Year
Jemele Hill has been selected as the 2018 Journalist of the Year by the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). The annual award recognizes a black journalist who has amassed a distinguished body of work with extraordinary depth, scope and …
Captain Tara Wright and First Officer Mallory Cave Make Alaska Airlines History as its 1st African American Female Flight Crew
Alaska Airlines marked a milestone on Mother’s Day, as one of its West Coast flights became the first to be flown by two black women.
Negro League Baseball is Back with the Official Launch of the National Urban Professional Baseball League — Opening Game is on May 25th
Thanks to the National Urban Professional Baseball League, the rebirth of Negro League Baseball will take place with opening day on May 25, 2018 in Laurel, Mississippi at 7pm as the Vickie Pasley All-Stars (the first African American woman to …
The Temptations’ Otis Williams Talks Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson & Berry Gordy
Since signing with Berry Gordy’s Motown Records in 1961, the legendary Temptations have gone through many incarnations in their more than fifty years making music. From fledgling singers riding the early wave of Motown’s signature hybrid Rock n’ Roll/R&B sound, …
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mourns the Loss of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. Founder
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated mourns the loss of John D. Slade, one of the 12 Founders of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., who passed away Sunday, May 6 after a lengthy illness at age 79.
Dope Moms With Natural Hair Love The Doux, Mother's Day Gifts Under $100.00
The Doux is a line of hair care (created by a mother of 5) getting attention for bold packaging, clever product names inspired by 90's hip hop and being a go-to option for natural curls, wavy, loose, or super tight. …
Houston Based Celebrity Hairstylist, Charmeka Augustine-Young, is Available for Spring/Summer Beauty Segments & to Discuss Houston's Influence in the Luxury Virgin Hair Industry
With the right hairstyle, a woman’s energy will radiate and beam through out every part of her body while having her believing the most magical things about herself. H-Town’s own Charmeka Augustine-Young, is bringing magic to the multi-billion dollar hair …
Johnson ‘Sets It Off’ Onstage with Houston Audiences
‘Set It Off Live on stage,’ Je’Caryous Johnson’s most recent anticipated play made its way to Houston and debuted to sold-out audiences. It was a smash hit. “Set It Off Live On Stage’ is based on the original screenplay of …
