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Austin explosion may have been triggered by tripwire, police say

An explosion that injured two men Sunday night could've been triggered by a tripwire, said Austin Police Chief Brian Manley, after a fourth blast in the Texas city in little over two weeks.

Jack Johnson's New Activist Album

If mellow was a movement, Jack Johnson would be its peaceful and eternal leader.

The US loses two icons of the civil rights movement in one day

Two towering figures of the American civil rights movement died Friday, a major loss for a nation still grappling with protests and demands for racial equality decades later.

An Update from Council Member Davis

A Rent Relief Program has been sponsored by BakerRipley and the City of Houston. Landlords apply starting May 7th at houstonrentassistanc .org or call 832-390-2018

Gang of Five Justices Ignore Law, Will of Elected Representatives

We are witnessing an astounding attack on democracy by the five male right-wing majority of the Supreme Court -- "black robed rulers," Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan called them, "overruling citizens' choices" in a series of 5-4 decisions.

Trump's racist Elizabeth Warren taunts have entered a new phase

President Donald Trump can't merely slur Elizabeth Warren with the nickname "Pocahontas" anymore. That's old hat.

National Study Finds Americans Do Not Know The Facts Or Their Risk For Heart Disease

While 7 out of 10 Americans acknowledge heart disease as the number one killer of both men and women, a national survey conducted by MDVIP and Ipsos finds that people still worry more about cancer (62 percent) than they do a heart attack (55 percent). A staggering 62 percent of Americans failed the "Heart Attack IQ" quiz, proving a concerning lack of knowledge about heart disease, the risk factors and prevention.

Regulatory rollback on student loans takes away borrower protections

Every Fourth of July celebrates this nation’s founding. But this year, only a few days before the annual freedom celebration, an ill-advised governmental action will financially doom rather than free millions of student loan borrowers – as of July 1. Moreover, this action arrives as the cost of higher education continues to soar and household incomes remain largely stagnant.

Obama takes on hate and Trump takes on Obama

It is a strange fact of unfolding American history that the country's first black President should be followed in office by a President who has openly said racist things.

Interview: Multi-Grammy Nominee and Author Ledisi Talks New Book, The Walk: Accepting Your Life As It is Now

12x Grammy-nominated songstress, actor and author Ledisi recently released her new book, The Walk: Accepting Your Life As It is Now with Noah’s Ark Publishing (2018). Known for giving outstanding tributes, twice to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, Ledisi gets a chance to give readers a personal glimpse into her heartfelt journey throughout childhood, relationships and her successful entertainment career.

Don't miss the latest evidence Ron DeSantis is definitely getting ready to run for president

Even as Donald Trump continues to stoke insane conspiracy theories about how he will be "reinstated" as president this summer, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is actively positioning himself to be the rightful heir to Trumpism in 2024.

Invoking the spirit of Selma, Texas activists begin 27-mile march

When the Rev. Dr. William Barber speaks, his listeners lean in. His large frame bent forward, the lilt in his voice easily fills the space between them as he preaches on racial and economic equality and justice.

Social Security checks could grow by about $175 a month as the cost of living continues to surge

Social Security recipients could see a 10.5% increase in their payments next year, driven by the steep rise in inflation, according to a new estimate.

Boosters could make all the difference against Omicron

The Omicron coronavirus variant is now spreading at warp speed. It has become the dominant coronavirus strain, accounting for 59% of all new cases as of Christmas Day, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Chisa Hutchinson’s Amerikin to be Directed by Resident Acting Company Emeritus James Black

World Premiere Drama Finally Premieres at the Alley Theatre

The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre announces the cast and creative team of Chisa Hutchinson’s world premiere drama Amerikin. The play is directed by former Resident Acting Company Emeritus member James Black and runs February 11 – March 13, 2022 in the Neuhaus Theatre. Developed as part of the 2019 Alley All New Festival, the play was scheduled in both the 2019-20 and 2020-21 in-person seasons but cancelled due to COVID-19. Amerikin now makes its world premiere this season.

Houston City Council At-Large #2 Candidate Danielle Keys Bess Hosts Election Night Watch Party at The Savoy

Houston City Council At-Large Position 2 Candidate Danielle Keys Bess will be hosting an Election Night Watch Party, tonight, Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 7:00pm at The Savoy, located at 4402 Emancipation Ave., in Houston’s Historic Third Ward!

Our children will suffer if adults can't get school Covid precautions right

We will not be lighting up cigarettes in our children's classrooms. I don't expect my child's teacher to light up a cigarette in his or her classroom either. The thought sounds ludicrous to most of us. Why? Because secondhand smoke has been proven to kill.

Buju Banton & Snoop Dogg Live The “High Life” On New Collab

The moment has finally arrived! GRAMMY® winning, multiple Billboard chart-topping artist, and international reggae icon Buju Banton unveils his anticipated new album, Born For Greatness, today via Gargamel Music/ Roc Nation Records / Def Jam Recordings. Listen HERE.

Coronavirus and the New American Economy

A person wearing a suit and tie Description automatically generatedThe face of the American economy is forever changed by this Coronavirus pandemic. In three weeks-time we've witnessed financially viable companies go into rapid freefall by the millions, starting with employees and trickling rapidly. Small to mid-sized businesses are laying off in record numbers, and there is no clear end in sight.

World Sickle Cell Day is June 19th … Thanks to a Transplant, a North Carolina Student is Winning his Sickle Cell Anemia Battle

World Sickle Cell Day, which is June 19th, was created by the United Nations as a day to raise awareness of sickle cell at national and international levels. In creating this day of awareness the United Nations has recognized sickle cell disease as, “one of the world’s foremost genetic diseases.” The Brown family of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, knows all too well the challenges of this painful and debilitating disease. Their son, Kelvin Jr., has been battling sickle cell disease since he was diagnosed as an infant.

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