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Why I Vote on Election Day
A retired Black military veteran explains why he waits until Election Day to vote—and how his commitment honors generations of African American service members who fought for democracy abroad and voting rights at home.
No time for apathy – Get OUT and VOTE!
Apathy is not an option: retired Army Sergeant Major Donald Sparks connects Scripture, James Baldwin and Hip Hop to deliver a powerful call for Black voters to reclaim their voices and make their ballots count in the 2026 midterm elections.
No Fear Of Intimidation To Vote
A retired Army combat journalist recalls Iraqi voters’ courage under threat and urges Americans to stand firm against intimidation and exercise their right to vote in the 2026 midterm elections.
HCC Graduates Poised to Profit from Texas Lash Boom
Robert Glasper may have ignited the debate, but Houston City College is proving that in the booming lash industry, beauty isn't just in the eye of the beholder—it's a licensed career with real earning power.
From Substance Abuser to College Graduate: Lori Anderson Completes Long Journey at Houston City College
After battling addiction and homelessness for decades, a 63-year-old Houston woman finally earned her college degree — proving it’s never too late for redemption.
Clariza Reyes’ return to college lands her as 2025 Gucci Changemaker
It had been eight years since Clariza Reyes fully finished a semester in college, and after one semester at Houston City College (HCC), the 28-year-old Interior Design student is now a Gucci Changemaker.