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The Congregational Service of Celebration for Rev. William Alexander Lawson

Photos Courtesy of Houston Chronicle by Brett Coomer Houston Style Magazine proudly presents a heartfelt …

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What MLK knew that today’s progressives keep forgetting

Late one Friday night, a young man trudged into his kitchen while his wife and infant daughter slept. He heated a cup of coffee and paced the floor. When he placed the cup on his table, his hands trembled

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Houston Public Library Honors Black History with Month-Long Celebration

February is a time to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the powerful legacy of Black history—and the Houston Public Library (HPL) is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable Black History Month experience! With a diverse lineup of events ranging from thought-provoking discussions to electrifying cultural performances, HPL is ensuring that every Houstonian has an opportunity to connect with the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped the Black experience in America.

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National Civil Rights Museum to Host Annual April 4th Commemoration Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

The National Civil Rights Museum will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4 with a commemoration featuring speeches, performances, and a moment of silence.

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KHOU 11 & HCC Team Up for a Historic Juneteenth Documentary Screening: Kinfolk and Family Invites Us All to Discover Our Roots

In a stirring tribute to freedom, family, and the unbreakable threads of heritage, KHOU 11 and Houston Community College (HCC) are inviting Houstonians to a powerful community event: a special Juneteenth screening of the documentary Juneteenth: 1865 – 2005 | Kinfolk and Family.

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How HBCUs are Using Technology to Improve Outcomes and Better Fulfill Their Mission

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have long been pillars of opportunity, progress, and Black excellence—producing 20% of all Black college graduates, including 80% of Black judges, 70% of Black doctors, 50% of Black teachers, and a quarter of all Black STEM majors. Now, a groundbreaking new report reveals how these storied institutions are harnessing technology to chart a dynamic new course—transforming access, reimagining education, and reaffirming their historic mission of empowerment.

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160 years after Juneteenth 1865 - Racism, misogyny, harmful public policy, and destruction of lives

By May 8, 2025, 106,000 Black women lost their jobs, including me,” a somber and visibly shaken @sunshineharpy shared on her social media page. “And those of us that’s been out here trying to find work again, it’s basically just been non-existent, and I’m starting to feel like it’s by design. Because there are over 100,00 women (black women like me) who have the same story,” she claimed in a 10-minute-long emotional video.

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How cities are scaling back Juneteenth celebrations after Trump-era DEI rollbacks

Despite Juneteenth’s status as a federal holiday, celebrations across the country are being scaled back or canceled. Organizers say safety issues along with mounting resistance to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives are making it harder to hold events – raising concerns that political backlash is threatening the commemoration of Black freedom at a time when experts say it is most needed.

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What’s open and closed on Juneteenth 2025

Americans will celebrate Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, on Thursday with parades and parties. Juneteenth became the newest US federal holiday in 2021, but it has held significance for many Black Americans for a long time.

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Juneteenth Celebration at the African American Civil War Memorial

Dr. Frank Smith, founder and executive director of the African American Civil War Memorial and Museum, stands next to the U Street Memorial in Washington, DC where the Juneteenth celebration will take place under a big tent starting at 11 am on June 19th.

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Venus Williams, 45, becomes oldest player to win WTA singles match in more than 20 years

Venus Williams rolled back the years to produce a brilliant display as she eliminated fellow American Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4 to reach the round of 16 of the DC Open.