Rodney Ellis, Adrian Garcia, and local leaders are pushing back against proposed changes to Texas’ HUB Program, emphasizing its critical role in protecting equitable access to contracting opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses.

Black Restaurant Week Houston returns at a critical time for the industry, serving as both a celebration of Black culinary excellence and a vital effort to support struggling restaurants through increased visibility and community engagement.

PopSignDesign, a Houston-based experiential marketing company, is gaining national recognition for creating immersive brand activations for global clients while showcasing the city’s growing influence in the creative economy.

At the 2026 Pathways to Health Summit, Harris Health honored The Metropolitan Organization of Houston with the Garnet F. Coleman Health Equity Award, recognizing its impactful advocacy in advancing equitable healthcare access and driving community-centered solutions across Houston.

Chicago’s move to eliminate the tipped wage highlights its roots in post-slavery labor practices and aims to create a more equitable pay structure for service workers.

HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest earned the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades, ranking among the top 10% of U.S. hospitals for patient safety while expanding services with Aquablation therapy.

Deavra Daughtry was honored with the Alumni Trailblazer Award for Early Distinction at the 53rd Annual H. Naylor Fitzhugh Conference, recognizing her rise from humble beginnings to a transformative leader driving community empowerment, workforce development, and global impact.

Civic Heart Community Services has named Anita Bates as its new CEO, ushering in a new era of leadership focused on expanding impact, strengthening partnerships, and advancing opportunity across Houston communities.

Houston’s Houston Affordable Housing Roadshow connects residents with expert guidance, financial tools, and resources to make homeownership more accessible across the city.

Rhonesha Byng is redefining media through storytelling, entrepreneurship, and advocacy, empowering diverse voices and advancing equity in ownership and representation.

A Houston Community Land Trust tour highlights how community-owned land is helping preserve affordable housing and prevent displacement across rapidly changing neighborhoods.

Children’s Museum Houston’s 2026 Friends and Families Luncheon raised a record $237,000, celebrating early childhood learning and unveiling the new Gallery of Wonder for infants and toddlers.

H-E-B’s 13th Annual “Quest for Texas Best” competition is inviting Texas entrepreneurs to showcase locally made products for a chance at $100,000 in prizes and potential placement on H-E-B store shelves statewide

Hosted by Pastor Tiffaney Edwards of Transforming Faith Christian Center, the inaugural conference will take place March 19–22, 2026, bringing together nationally recognized faith leaders, speakers, and artists for a powerful series of conversations, worship experiences, and transformative teachings designed …