Empowering the Future: NAREB Presents Los Angeles Community Wealth Building Day on Saturday, July 26
In a continued mission to close the racial wealth gap and advance Black homeownership, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) is bringing its transformative Community Wealth Building Day to Los Angeles on Saturday, July 26, from 9:30 a.m. …
Texas Flooding – How to Get and Give Help
AARP Texas has launched a dedicated webpage, Texas Flooding – How to Get and Give Help, providing timely, practical resources for those impacted by the disaster and those looking to support recovery. The page features:
ESSENCE GU® and Kensington Grey Ignite a New Era of Black Creator Culture at the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture®
At the intersection of creativity, culture, and community, a groundbreaking partnership emerged during this year’s ESSENCE Festival of Culture® presented by Coca-Cola®—the nation’s largest celebration of global Black excellence. ESSENCE Girls United® (ESSENCE GU®) and Kensington Grey, the premier talent …
Houston’s Community Media Comes Out Strong — And Houston Style Magazine Was There from Day One .
In a media world often dominated by corporate giants and filtered voices, a fresh, authentic chorus rose triumphantly at the United Way of Greater Houston. The first-ever Houston Community Media Conference, Expo & Awards wasn’t just a gathering—it was a …
Dr. Letitia Plummer Declares Bold 2026 Bid for Harris County Judge— With Houston Roots and a Vision for All
Under the searing July sun and the steady rush of the Hall and Green Bayous behind her, Dr. Letitia Plummer—Houston City Council Member At-Large and proud daughter of Harris County—launched her campaign for Harris County Judge with heart, history, and …
Rising Waters Will Not Drown the American Spirit
On the Fourth of July, Donald Trump signed his “megabill.” The law boosts the dying fossil fuel industry with tens of billions of taxpayer dollars. It invites an additional 470 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions per year by …
Megan Thee Stallion’s Pete & Thomas Foundation to Honor Community Leaders at Inaugural Gala
Grammy Award-winning artist and Houston’s own Megan Thee Stallion is once again using her platform to spotlight trailblazing changemakers. Her nonprofit, the Pete & Thomas Foundation, is gearing up to host its inaugural black-tie gala on July 16, 2025, at …
From Houston to the Depths of Duty: Fire Control Technician Rosa Figueroa Embodies Service, Strength, and Pride aboard the USS Scranton
From the hallways of Porter High School to the stealthy corridors of a U.S. Navy fast-attack submarine, Houston native Petty Officer 1st Class Rosa Figueroa has charted a bold and inspiring path in service to her country. As the United …
A perfect storm of circumstances created a worst-case scenario for flooded Texas communities
In the early hours of Independence Day, rain pelted sleeping communities in central Texas. No one knew yet how devastating the storm would become.
Lights, Camera, Legacy: Houston-Born Thriller Deadly Escape Delivers Fireworks On and Off the Screen
Houston’s cinematic pulse was pounding this Friday, July 4th—and it wasn’t just from fireworks lighting the skyline. The highly anticipated psychological thriller Deadly Escape exploded onto the scene with a stylish private VIP premiere at The Vaughn Home, hosted by …
Justice, Power, and Progress: Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Inspires at Global Black Economic Forum Mainstage During Essence Festival
In a stirring and historic moment that reverberated across the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and far beyond, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson — America’s first Black woman to sit on the nation’s highest court—took the Global Black Economic …
Houston’s Favorite Venues to Celebrate 713 Day – This Sunday, July 13th
Houston’s favorite restaurants and bars are raising a glass to the city’s roots on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in celebration of 713 Day. A true tribute to the Bayou City’s bold flavors, cultural influence, and hometown pride, this year’s festivities …
Airbnb.org Steps Up to Provide Free Emergency Housing for Central Texas Flood Victims and First Responders
In the wake of the devastating floods sweeping through Central Texas, Airbnb.org—the nonprofit arm of Airbnb—has launched a critical initiative to offer free emergency housing for those most affected. This compassionate effort includes displaced families, individuals who’ve lost everything, and …
Commissioner Sid Miller Mobilizes TDA Relief Efforts for Flood-Stricken Texans
As deadly floods ravage communities across Central Texas, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is stepping up in a big way. Over the weekend, Miller directed the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) to activate emergency resources to support farmers, ranchers, and …
Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide and there’s no ‘client list,’ Justice Department says
After months of touting the impending release of new, blockbuster information on accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, the Justice Department announced in a memo Monday that there is no evidence he kept a “client list” or was murdered.
