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Melinda Spaulding Has A New Role with TSU
Melinda Spaulding Chevalier has become a trusted source of information as many have welcomed her into their homes through their television sets as Fox 26 news anchor. She has weaved her way into the community to be involved with numerous organizations that have made our corner of the world better. Viewers have grown with Spaulding over the past 13 years that she has been with the network so when news broke that she was not renewing her contract and would bid farewell to Fox26 the question of her next move surfaced.
Turner Sworn In for Second Term
Sylvester Turner officially began his second term as mayor for the city of Houston when he, City Controller Chris Brown, and Houston City Council were sworn in on January 2, 2020, before a packed house at the Wortham Theater. Mayor Turner won the honor of continuing to lead Houston after defeating opponent Tony Buzbee in the run-off election.
Houston’s Own Chandler Foreman Is Miss Texas 2019
A win for the US is how Miss Texas 2019 Chandler Foreman describes her historic crowning as the first reigning queen of the Miss America system to wear the crown with natural hair. For years beauty queens were put in a box to be thought of as thin, with straight long blonde hair and blue eyes.
Houston Style Magazine Honoring the Influence of Women Educators
Education has always been of the utmost importance for generations of African Americans. It is something that once obtained can never be taken from. It is the passport to a successful life. Many Americans can thank a woman for having such an influence. There once was a time when it was against the law for African Americans to read and write. Yet, instill, brave souls risked life itself to learn and to teach others like them. For many people, their first teacher was probably their mother.
Black Panther: A Marvel Film Breaking Expectations and Records
Struggling to find the words to adequately express all of his emotions, film director Ryan Coogler penned a heartfelt letter to fans.
Christina Morales: Proud of Her Heritage, Proud of Her Story
Being told that you are not good enough just because of your skin color is damaging to anyone no matter their race or age. It leads to far greater issues down the line. Having pride in your cultural heritage helps to build self-confidence and self-love while also claiming ownership of your ancestry and honoring the sacrifices, work, and love of those who came before you.
Remembering Naomi King: A Legacy of Courage and Compassion
The matriarch of the King family, civil rights icon Naomi Ruth Barber King, leaves behind a profound legacy of love and activism.
The hearts of many in Houston and beyond are heavy as they bid farewell to a remarkable woman whose life epitomized courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the fight for equality. Naomi Ruth Barber King, beloved matriarch of the King family and revered civil rights activist, peacefully passed away on March 7th, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 92.
The Biden Pick: Representation Matters
It is time for African American Woman on the Supreme Court
President Joe Biden made many promises to Americans on the campaign trail in 2020. One of which was to ensure that appointments he made would reflect the diverse nature of these united states. A more specific nod to diversify was his commitment to nominate an African American woman to the Supreme Court. With the announcement of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement, President Biden is posed to stand by his word and make history while doing so.
Celebrating Excellence in Arts and Education: Theatre Under The Stars 2024 Leading Ladies Luncheon Honors Donna Vallone
Houston, get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of glamour, inspiration, and celebration as Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) presents the highly anticipated 2024 Leading Ladies Luncheon on Friday, April 5th at 11:30 a.m. at Tony’s (3755 Richmond Avenue). This annual event, benefiting TUTS, promises to be a dazzling affair you won't want to miss!
Female Sneakerhead Says All Soles Matter When It Comes to Sneakers and Style
Women are tall, short, voluptuous, skinny, sassy, classy, smart…in other words multifaceted individuals who don’t fit a certain mold and can’t be boxed, so why try? Just continue to make spaces where she always has a seat at the head of the table (Yall, caught that?), her voice is never silence and her opinion never ignored.
Balancing Books and Politics: PVAMU Student Goes to College As Youngest City Councilman in the State
As a member of the graduating class of 2018, Kendric D. Jones is a pro at going back-to-college. He knows what to pack, what to expect, and basically what to do. However, this year will be different than usual when returning to Prairie View A&M University to finish up his last two semesters of his undergraduate collegiate career as he will have a lot more to juggle balancing books with politics.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Donates $20,000 to HBCUs
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is historically known for its support of higher education through the awarding of scholarships and charitable donations to educational entities. Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University were recent beneficiaries of that generosity when the sorority presented a $10,000 check to each institution as part of its international program theme “Launching New Dimensions of Service (LNDS).”
Rev. Frederick Haynes III Is the Future of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition
Reverend Jesse Jackson named Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes III as the new President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition. The transfer of leadership took place during the organization's national convention.
Texas Southern University Professor Receives Inaugural ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship
Texas Southern University (TSU) proudly announces the prestigious recognition bestowed upon Trushna Parekh, Associate Professor of Geography, who has been honored with a 2024 ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship from the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS). This esteemed fellowship, part of the ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship and Grant Program, offers flexible support tailored to the research, teaching, and service commitments unique to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). In its inaugural year, the program will provide assistance to 20 HBCU faculty scholars, empowering them to pursue exceptional research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.
Rodeo Uncorked!® International Wine Competition 2024: A Triumph of Taste Celebrated at Champion Wine Auction & Dinner
The enchanting allure of fine wines took center stage at the illustrious Champion Wine Auction & Dinner, marking the culmination of the 2024 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition. Held at the prestigious NRG Center, this annual gala welcomed fervent wine enthusiasts for an evening of unparalleled elegance and excitement.
When Military Meets Art: Honoring Buffalo Soldiers
Turning the pages of history books there was always something vastly missing… the story of African Americans. Sure, there was plenty of information about the dreadful life of a slave who spent long days picking cotton, being sold like property, and being demoralized every minute of their lives. A little was told about the Jim Crow era when African Americans lived in a country where they were thought of as interior and where cheated of rights and privileges and treated less than. Never were the true tales of the days when African Americans were king and queens, inventors and innovators, and savers and heroes. Thus, affecting how African Americans saw themselves.
Eva Longoria’s “Land of Women” Set to Captivate Audiences on Apple TV+
Get ready for a captivating journey into the heart of family, secrets, and redemption as Apple TV+ announces the global premiere of its new dramedy series, “Land of Women,” starring and executive produced by the talented Eva Longoria. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, June 26, 2024, when the first two episodes of this highly anticipated series will hit screens worldwide, with new episodes releasing every Wednesday through July 24, 2024.
Celebrate the New Year with a Plan Before You Drink
Damien House never imagined his 2021 would end with him being alone. His entire family was wiped out in an instant in a fiery car crash when a drunken Daniel Canada carelessly got behind the wheel of a vehicle after drinking. He then smashed his vehicle into the back of House's wife sedan. Canada hit the car so hard that the entire front end of House's wife vehicle was crushed and burst into flames. House's wife and three sons were all killed.
Hill Harper’s New Mission: Increasing Health and Wellness with New Personal Care Line
“We have to take our health extremely seriously. We have nothing if we don’t have our health,” advises actor, author, philanthropist and entrepreneur Hill Harper. Like with most things, many Americans with good health take it for granted. It is not until a health warning or scare happens that we are jolted with the awareness that I must do better to take care of me.
LaTavia is Using the Low Points to Live a High Life
Issues that would break most have just made two-time Grammy Award winning artist, actress, mother, writer and businesswoman LaTavia Roberson stronger. It has made her grateful for her struggle and even prouder of the path she is on now.
