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Down-ballot stakes: Black women judges fear voter drop-off
Black women transformed Harris County’s bench in 2018. Now, long ballots could test their power.
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Tre and Shawn Owens Lemons: A community service love story
A Third Ward couple transforms love, gratitude, and neighborhood pride into hands-on community service.
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Ilhan Omar isn’t above the law. Neither is the Justice Department
The search of a sitting member of Congress underscores why federal law enforcement must remain independent.
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Houston dating red flags to watch
If you are dating in Houston, ignore these signs at your own risk.
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Make sure to mind your mental health and well-being
Dr. Deborah Wilson discusses mental health stresses of recent events, offering advice for coping.
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Houston Black judges lead fight to save democracy
Houston judges urge citizens to defend voting, courts, election integrity, and the rule of law.
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Estee Marie turns survival story into healing art
Houston artist Estee Marie turns childhood trauma into an art exhibition.
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Madison senior, Coryn Fields, is building more than a volleyball career
Coryn Fields leads Madison while preparing to pursue volleyball and engineering at Alabama State.
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Message from the Associate Editor: Stand, rep, vote
Fact-check Black fatherhood myths and seriously check key party differences before upcoming elections.
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Who has left Houston Independent School District since September 2025?
HISD’s leadership ranks have shifted significantly, with several top officials departing since September 2025.
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HBCU Homecoming: A never-miss annual tradition
HBCU alumni share the friendships, traditions, and pride that make Homecoming an annual family reunion.
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It’s fourth-and-one for Tremaine Jackson and Prairie View A&M Panthers
Prairie View has lost consecutive SWAC games and is on the brink of a disappointing season.
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What happens when strangers talk openly about race?
Healing circles have been found to build common ground among people to spark healing actions.
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What’s on the ballot? A guide to midterm elections
Harris County voters face a midterm ballot packed with federal, statewide, county and judicial races.
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5 reasons America is too stupid/racist to survive
America’s deepest contradictions may be weakening its democracy, global influence, and ability to adapt.