Harris County saw record early voting turnout driven by Black Houstonians focused on inflation and local education policy.

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And no matter what they do, they support that even if it’s not in their best interest.” With the Texas midterms weeks away, ...

Meet the Black creatives shaping Houston's arts scene, featuring comedian Chinedu Ogu, entrepreneur Kemishia Minta, and ...

Sharpstown senior Family Akili became a top HISD receiver after transitioning from defensive back through intense offseason ...

Black women spend billions annually on haircare and skincare to maintain natural looks, challenging the idea that 'simple' ...

Barack Obama critiqued Donald Trump's administration during campaign stops in Ohio and Michigan, citing corruption.

Harris County enters the Nov. 3 midterm with 2.7 million registered voters, according to Texas Secretary of State figures.

Fort Bend County, a diverse suburban stretch on the southwest of Houston, is shaping up to be a Democratic stronghold in ...

James Talarico leads Ken Paxton in a tight Texas U.S. Senate race, per a new University of Houston poll released before Nov.

On first-and-10 in the second quarter of the Houston Cougars’ home opener against Oregon State, running back Re’Shaun Sanford ...

James Talarico stopped by Texas Southern University, shook hands, and clicked photos with students. Texas’ Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico drew a crowd while campaigning during ...