Houston

Sheila Jackson Lee Trails John Whitmire In Houston Mayoral Race As Early Voting Begins

A new survey suggests that the congresswoman is behind among most demographics.
11/27/2023

Houston, We Have a Runoff…

U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and Texas State Sen. John Whitmire will face each other for the right to be the new Mayor of Houston on Dec. 9. But that’s not the only race Houstonians will decide that day.
11/17/2023

Houston Mayoral Candidates Campaign To Broaden Support As Runoff Approaches

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee must reach out to independents and Republicans, as well as have high Black voter turnout to win, analyst says.
11/15/2023

Charles Porter Jr., Trailblazing Houston News Anchor, Dies At 81

Porter was the first Black reporter in the Texas city.
10/09/2023

Boss Moves: Rick Ross Spends $100 Million in 6 Months

“We we ain't just talking about it. We really getting to it and spending it,” the rapper said.
10/05/2023

Drake Honors Dedicated Fan with Ultimate VIP Experience

One fan got the surprise of a lifetime.
09/21/2023

Drake Says He Found A Place In Houston To Live

The Toronto rapper notes he’s been looking for a long time to find “the right place.”
09/20/2023

Bun B Highlights Houston's Unwavering Appreciation for Hip-Hop Elders

The UGK rapper contrasts Houston's support for veteran hip-hop artists to cities like LA and New York, emphasizing the city's unique cultural reverence.
08/30/2023

The 2023 Mayoral Vote: Five Major U.S. Cities To Watch

Here are five important, upcoming local elections where your vote could make all the difference.
08/04/2023
Late rapper Big Pokey

Rapper Big Pokey’s Cause Of Death Revealed 2 Months Following Fatal Collapse

The rapper fainted during a performance on June 16.
08/02/2023

Black Woman Detained In Dubai May Be Victim Of Intricate Scheme

Social media influencer Tierra Young Allen is in custody in the U.A.E., but it could be the result of a setup that others have fallen for.
07/24/2023