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Mary Benton’s Bold Voice Earns PRSA Houston’s 2026 Legacy Award at “The Night of Bold Voices”
Veteran communications leader Mary Benton was honored with the 2026 PRSA Houston Legacy Award, recognizing decades of excellence in journalism, public service, and civic communications that have helped shape Houston's public voice.
Rosetta Miller Perry, the “Queen Mother of the Black Press of America,” Passes at 91 Rosetta Miller Perry — July 7, 1934 – June 26, 2026
A pioneering publisher who transformed Black journalism and gave voice to generations of underserved communities, Rosetta Miller Perry leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire the Black Press and the nation for years to come.
Houston City College Soars Past 100,000 Students — and Houston’s Future Just Got Brighter
Houston City College has reached a major milestone, surpassing 100,000 students for the first time since 2019, underscoring its growing role in expanding educational access, workforce training, and economic opportunity across Greater Houston.
Harris Health’s 2026 Summer Junior Volunteer Program Plants Seeds for Houston’s Future Healthcare Heroes
Harris Health’s Summer Junior Volunteer Program is giving 145 Houston teens a hands-on introduction to healthcare, inspiring the next generation of medical professionals through service, compassion, and real-world experience.
Horizon Lands at Avenida Houston: A Free, Dreamy Downtown Escape Where Art Gently Rocks the Soul
Downtown Houston's Plaza at Avenida Houston will debut Horizon, a free interactive art installation featuring glowing, egg-shaped domes that blend light, sound, and movement into a unique public experience from July 4 through September 7, 2026.
ESSENCE’s Black Women in Music Returns to New Orleans, Honoring Brandy, Kandi Burruss, Missy Elliott & Mona Scott-Young
ESSENCE revives its iconic Black Women in Music celebration, honoring Brandy, Kandi Burruss, Missy Elliott, and Mona Scott-Young for their groundbreaking contributions to music, culture, and Black excellence.
Texas Southern’s Earl Carl Institute Receives $300,000 Rockwell Fund Grant to Protect Homes, Heirs’ Property and Generational Wealth in Northeast Houston
A new $300,000 grant will help Texas Southern University's Earl Carl Institute for Legal & Social Policy expand free legal services in Kashmere Gardens, helping Black families protect inherited homes, preserve generational wealth, and safeguard their legacies.
Who Cares About Our Youth? Rep. Jolanda Jones Sounds the Alarm on AI, Social Media, and the Future of Texas Students
Texas State Representative Jolanda Jones is urging parents, educators, and policymakers to ensure young people develop critical thinking and life skills before relying on artificial intelligence and social media.
Rep. Al Green Helps Put Housing Justice on the National Roadmap with Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
A sweeping bipartisan housing bill advancing through Congress includes key provisions championed by Rep. Al Green, aiming to improve disaster recovery, veteran homeownership access, and housing transparency in response to America’s affordability crisis.
Exodus Women's Conference 2026: "She Is Planted" — A Powerful Weekend of Faith, Growth & Transformation Awaits Houston Women
Women from across Texas and beyond will gather in Houston this August for the 2026 Exodus Women’s Conference, a faith-filled weekend of worship, healing, empowerment, and spiritual growth centered on the theme, “She Is Planted.”