Former TV host Yolanda Green Barnes launches The Ashayé Group, leveraging 30 years of experience to provide leadership ...

New census data shows 95% of Black voters intend to vote in the Nov. 3 midterms despite low trust in government systems.

Amen Thompson enters his fourth season with the Rockets following a massive five-year, $208 million contract extension.

An opinion piece argues the GOP uses fear and scapegoating to maintain power while enacting policies that harm the working ...

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U.S. Rep. Al Green says he will not be intimidated after his Houston office received a letter containing unidentified powder.

Houston's $48 million homelessness initiative aims to accelerate housing placements through flexible, privately funded solutions.

Alief Taylor QB Nick Kongolo aims for District MVP after posting 1,033 passing yards and 13 TDs through five games in his senior season.

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Its newest project, the Knowles-Rowland House, gives 31 people who have experienced chronic homelessness a permanent home and the support to keep it. The three-story building at 2019 Crawford St., ...

Discover why HBCU homecoming is more than a football game. From PVAMU to TSU, explore the deep traditions, family bonds, and ...

Black professionals represent only 7.4% of the high-tech workforce. Experts propose a Black innovation district in Houston to ...