Judge Genesis Draper makes history as Harris County's first African American and first woman Chief Public Defender.

Alison Leland backs Amanda Edwards for Congress, calling her the future of Texas’ 18th District.

In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves across the nation, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA), a trailblazing Latino lawmaker and unwavering advocate for immigrant rights, was physically assaulted, handcuffed, and forcibly removed from a Department of Homeland Security …

Houston’s powerhouse of theatrical innovation, the Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre, continues to cement its legacy as a national leader in new play development and artistic excellence. This cultural gem is making headlines once again, as two standout productions from its …

In an ambitious reimagining of local governance, Houston Council Member Edward Pollard’s “J City” initiative is turning District J into a high-impact, hyper-local service model—blending bold leadership, community trust, and boots-on-the-ground action to create a city within a city.

According to the National Association of Home Builders, nearly 75 percent of families – 100.6 million households – cannot afford a median priced new home in 2025. With a price tag of $459,826 and an accompanying 30-year mortgage rate of …

More than 200 people are feared to have died after a plane bound for London crashed into a residential area shortly after taking off from an airport in India’s western city of Ahmedabad.

More than 200 people are feared to have died after a plane bound for London crashed into a residential area shortly after taking off from an airport in India’s western city of Ahmedabad.

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 …

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 | …

Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker enters the 2026 race for Harris County Judge, aiming to bring experienced leadership to one of Texas’ most influential counties.

In a year already marked by cultural upheaval and political whiplash, the 2025 BET Awards proved to be more than a celebration of music, art, and Black excellence—it became a thunderous call to action. Hollywood powerhouse and generational trailblazer Tyler …

In a city as proud and vibrant as Houston—where culture meets resilience and heritage marches hand-in-hand with hope—a truly historic announcement has been made. For the first time in over three decades, Houston will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin …

My grandmother taught me we are all born into a great, unfinished struggle. She meant the struggle for justice. For truth. For dignity.

In a move that sent ripples through Houston’s political landscape, State Representative Jolanda Jones has officially declared her candidacy in the Special Election to fill the Congressional District 18 seat — a seat long championed by legendary figures like Congresswoman …