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North Shore HS Educator Named HAABSE Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year
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North Shore HS Educator Named HAABSE Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year

Mrs. LaTisha Guillory, an English teacher at North Shore Senior High 10th Grade Center, was named the 2023 Houston Area Alliance Black School Educator (HAABSE) Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year for the entire Houston area in February 2024, a recognition given to educators who exemplify excellence in their field.

Petition with Nearly 3,000 Signatures Urges President Biden to Pardon Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby
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Petition with Nearly 3,000 Signatures Urges President Biden to Pardon Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby

The petition calls on President Joe Biden to grant a full pardon to former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, who is facing 40 years in federal prison when she’s sentenced in May on fraud charges.

Houston Roundtable Talks Urgent Call to Action Against Gun Violence
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Houston Roundtable Talks Urgent Call to Action Against Gun Violence

Houston Ethnic Media recently hosted a diverse panel of Houston community leaders, activists, healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers, educators, and students to confront the escalating crisis of gun violence. Here are some key take-aways from each panelist participant. Acting against the current gun violence crisis requires a collective effort and commitment from individuals, communities, and…

Texas Black Expo Hosts Summer Celebration Tradeshow & Festival, Featuring Shannon Sharpe

Texas Black Expo Hosts Summer Celebration Tradeshow & Festival, Featuring Shannon Sharpe

The Texas Black Expo is hosting a Summer Celebration Tradeshow & Festival from May 17-18. The weekend celebration will include live entertainment, free health screenings, a women’s forum, a kids zone, and more. While admission into the expo is free, VIP packages are available. Click here for more information. In addition, join the Texas Black…

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Gallops to No. 1, Making History on Billboard 200 Music Chart
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Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Gallops to No. 1, Making History on Billboard 200 Music Chart

With an impressive 407,000 equivalent album units, “Cowboy Carter” secures Beyoncé’s eighth chart-topping album, solidifying her status as a musical powerhouse. Fans and critics alike said the remarkable feat reflects her artistry’s enduring appeal and influence.

Houston Ranks Higher Than Other Texas Cities in the Wage Gap
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Houston Ranks Higher Than Other Texas Cities in the Wage Gap

In 2024, the wage gap between men and women continues to persist, with women earning less than men. However, Houston fares better compared to other cities in Texas, as revealed by a recent earnings study conducted by the Chamber of Commerce. According to the study, Houston ranks at No. 142 out of 170 of the…

Houston’s Main Street Theater Produces World Premiere of ‘Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word’ by Thomas Meloncon
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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.