TSU Aviation Teams Up with Air Force JROTC for 4th Annual Flight Program
The United States Air Force has selected Texas Southern University as a host site for its national program for aspiring pilots for the fourth year.
Transforming Awareness in Action: Building Bridges of Support and Understanding
April marks a pivotal moment in our collective consciousness: Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Biden-Harris Administration Continue Efforts to Address Gender Pay Gap on Equal Pay Day
The Biden-Harris administration used Equal Pay Day to reaffirm their commitment to advancing pay equity and women’s economic security.
Flu Season is Coming to a Close: What You Should Know
The flu season typically begins in late November or early December, peaks in January or February, and leaves around April or early May. However, the flu season can oftentimes be unpredictable.
Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black Man to Win Oscar for Supporting Actor, Dies
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar for movie ‘An Officer and a Gentleman,’ has died at age 87.
Houston’s Main Street Theater Produces World Premiere of ‘Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word’ by Thomas Meloncon
Main Street Theater is producing the world premiere of Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word by nationally-acclaimed Houston playwright Thomas Meloncon.
Ramona Edelin, Activist Who Popularized Term ‘African American,’ Dies
Activist Ramona Edelin, renowned for her pivotal roles in advancing civil rights, education reform, and community empowerment, died at her D.C. residence in February at the age of 78.
4 Films Every Educator Teaching Black Students Should Watch
Here are four films every educator teaching Black students should watch. They’ll give folks an idea what the challenges are, what solutions people are trying, and sometimes they make us smile.
Harris Health’s New Addition to Provide More Digestive, Colon Cancer Screenings
A new addition at Quentin Mease Health Center, a Harris Health System specialty facility rededicated in 2023, promises to provide patients with more early cancer detection and prevention procedures.
Houston Astros Opening Day: What to Know
The Houston Astros are set to play against the New York Yankees at Minute Maid Park on Thursday and Joe Espada will make his debut as the new team manager.
25 Million Black and Latino Voters are Missing or Incorrectly Listed in U.S. Voter Databases
Nearly 25 million Black and Latino eligible voters are effectively absent from voter databases, making them virtually unreachable by traditional outreach methods.
Spotlight on Women in Sports History
Fortunately, women aren’t competing just for the money. They are in it for the love of the game, and the opportunity to blaze trails for women behind them.
Toxic Work Environments: One Group Bears Brunt
According to a recent study by ResumeBuilder.com, 30% of participants reported a toxic work environment post-return to the office.
More HISD Families Participate in School Choice Process, Receive Seats at Their Preferred Schools
More families than last year applied for HISD’s unique programs and schools during phase one of the school choice process—and more families were matched with their preferred schools.
40% of Americans See Financial Independence as ‘Making It’
Financial independence is important to 67% of Americans, though nearly a quarter (24%) say they haven’t yet achieved it, according to new research from Empower, a leader in financial planning, investing, and advice. The definition of “making it” financially varies among spenders and savers, though many equate it with resilience and independence: 44% of Americans…
IRS Launches Pilot Program for Free Online Tax Filing Available in 12 States
An electronic system for filing returns directly to the IRS is now available to taxpayers from 12 selected states, including Texas.
Pediatricians Can Help Teens Quit Vaping and Using Tobacco
According to leading medical advocates, pediatricians have a role to play in getting kids to quit vaping electronic cigarettes and using other tobacco products.
Women’s History Month Spa Day Hosted at Camellia Alise
Top 50 Honoree Lyndsey Brantley’s self-owned business, Camellia Alise, held a spa day in honor of Women’s History Month.
Expert Landscaping Tips for Choosing and Installing Plants
The perfect landscape may start with a healthy, lush lawn, but for interest and depth, you’ll also need to consider the plants that surround it.
What Families With College-Bound Students Need to Know This Spring
Recent changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) designed to simplify the process have led to unforeseen hiccups and technical glitches, causing academic institutions to delay sending out financial aid award letters. However, once you finally get the results, it can give your family a better idea of what to do next.