Houston Area Urban League Raises Over $1 Million at 2024 Equal Opportunity Day Gala
The 2024 Equal Opportunity Day Gala raised more than $1 million to support the Houston Area Urban League’s programs.
When Fame Isn’t Enough: Celebrities Who Returned to the Spotlight Out of Financial Need
Even for the biggest stars, financial stability can be fleeting.
Nikki Giovanni, Iconic Poet and Voice of the Black Arts Movement, Dies at 81
Nikki Giovanni, the groundbreaking poet, author, and professor whose work embodied the spirit of the Black Arts Movement, has died.
LL Cool J Reflects on His Legacy: ‘The Most Important Rapper That Ever Existed’
LL Cool J expressed confidence that history will recognize his contributions as foundational to the culture.
Michael Jackson’s Thriller: A Legacy That Continues to Dominate Music and Culture
Forty-two years after its release, Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” remains the gold standard in music with achievements unmatched.
RodeoHouston Releases 2025 Genre Calendar
The 2025 RodeoHouston entertainment genre lineup has been released.
Illinois Supreme Court Overturns Jussie Smollett Conviction in Hate Crime Hoax Case
The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned actor Jussie Smollett’s conviction, ruling that his second prosecution for filing a false police report violated his constitutional rights.
Magic Meets Culture: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Brings Joy to Disneyland
“The Princess and the Frog” celebrates the rich music and culture of New Orleans.
Judith Jamison, Legendary Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Dies at 81
Renowned dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison, who led the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for over two decades, has passed away.
Legendary Producer Quincy Jones Dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the record producer, arranger, and cultural trailblazer whose influence spanned more than seven decades, has died at 91.
The Ensemble Theatre Celebrates ‘The Twelve Ways of Christmas’
This holiday season, The Ensemble Theatre is giving the community ‘The Twelve Ways of Christmas’ by Chika Kaba Ma’Atunde.
Stress-Free Thanksgiving Tips for Time-Crunched Hosts
Along with purchasing a convenient Thanksgiving meal, here are a few additional ways to eliminate stress around holiday prep.
Whitney Houston’s Iconic South Africa Concert to Be Released in First-Ever Live Album and Concert Film
Sony Music’s Legacy Recordings, in collaboration with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music, brings Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) to audiences.
Pras Michel Sues Lauryn Hill For Fraud, Breach of Contract Over Fugees Reunion Tour
The lawsuit claims that Hill exploited Michel’s “vulnerable legal situation,” manipulating him into an unfair agreement regarding the tour’s financial arrangements.
John Amos, Beloved ‘Good Times’ Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, Dies at 84
John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star who brought to life some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history, died at 84.
Terence Blanchard Live: Honoring 50 Years of Excellence at University of Houston – Downtown
Cousins Terence Blanchard and Dr. Loren J. Blanchard will come together in celebration of UHD’s 50th anniversary.
Old Folks Saying: ‘That Dog Don’t Hunt’
The October Old Folks Saying is, “That dog don’t hunt.”
Tips for Ensuring Safety While Trick-or-Treating with Your Children This Year
Here are several ways to ensure your children’s safety while trick-or-treating this year.
Iconic Jackson 5 Member Tito Jackson Dies at 70
Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70.
James Earl Jones, Iconic Voice of Darth Vader and EGOT Winner, Dies at 93
James Earl Jones, the legendary actor whose deep, resonant voice became synonymous with some of the most iconic characters in film history, passed away Monday.