7 June, 2026
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Inside the Rupani Foundation Event Targeting Houston’s Immigrant and Refugee Maternal Mental Health Crisis

Motherhood is universally celebrated as a time of profound joy, but for many black, immigrant, and refugee women, the silent struggle is loud. Postpartum depression doesn’t always come immediately post birth; sometimes it rears its ugly head two years into parenting. Additionally, anxiety can run rampant during pregnancy, putting mom and baby at risk. In a city as beautifully diverse as Houston, Texas, addressing hidden gaps in Maternal Healthcare is critical. To confront this crisis head-on, Read more […]

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May Day Strong: Houston Community Day

HOUSTON! On May 1, actionnetwork.org is declaring workers over billionaires.

Join them at MacGregor Park from 2–6 PM for #MayDayStrong, a day of field‑day games, performances, art‑making, community resources, and radical joy as they demand a Houston where our families, not billionaire fortunes, come first.

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Meg, Klay and the Proxy War That Followed

Men Feeling Unloved is Dangerous There’s a proxy war being fought in comment sections all over the world, or at least in America, over Klay Thompson and Meg the Stallion. Now, being from Houston and being an avid sports fan, I’ve seen both of these people from the literal beginning. I watched Klay get drafted to the Warriors and become one of the best shooters of all time, a 4-time World Champion, and write his name into history books. I watched Meg use social media and YouTube, freestyle Read more […]

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Houston Native Natalie Greene, Deaf Basketball Standout at Gallaudet, Named United East Rookie of the Year

Natalie hasn’t just grown into an athlete—she has become a multifaceted star who defines modern excellence. Congratulations and Happy Women’s History Day Nat!

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Beyond the Keys: The Hidden Struggle to Stay Housed in Houston

To the casual observer, the “Houston Miracle” is often measured in statistics: a 60% reduction in homelessness since 2011, or the rapid skyline expansion of a city that never stops building. But for those on the front lines of the city’s housing crisis, the reality is far more fragile. At a recent Houston Community Media briefing, the message from experts was clear: getting someone into a home is merely a starting point. The real challenge is keeping them there. “Housing is not a finish line,” Read more […]

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Hundreds Of Houstonians Gather To Celebrate The Life Of DJ Michael “5000” Watts

DJ Michael “5000” Watts is a part of Houston culture, many Houstonians childhood. His mother lived in the same neighborhood as I did growing up. His loss felt like a piece of my childhood chipping away. This past monday, hundreds celebrated his impactful life-King’s Day. The day started with a private funeral service at the Luke Humble Church where Pastor Walter August facilitated the service. Guests included the family of Watts, entertainers such as Slim Thug, Mike Jones, D-Reck of Wreckshop Read more […]

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Three Digits, One Heart: Why 211 is Houston’s Real First Responder

Houston, we need to talk about a number. No, it’s not the All-Star game score or the fluctuating price of a gallon of gas at the corner station. I’m talking about three digits that serve as the ultimate safety net for our community: 2-1-1. This past week, I was invited to celebrate 211 Day—a moment to recognize the 211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE. If you follow my work, you know I’ve spent my career telling the stories of this city. I’ve seen our highest highs and our most devastating Read more […]

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BEHIND THE SIGNS: Profiling Protesters 

Social media has been flooded with claims that the crowds protesting in Minnesota were nothing more than hired hands—actors in a manufactured drama. Where did they get their information? “The thugs that are protesting include many highly paid professional agitators and anarchists,” the 47th President said Jan. 18 on Truth Social. Two days later, as protesters grew in number, he doubled down on that statement. “They’re paid agitators and insurrectionists,” he said at a Jan. 20 press conference. Read more […]

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The Housing Crisis: A National Epidemic That Demands Houston’s Blueprint and Washington’s Funding

Across the United States, the housing market is broken. You may have read that it is not merely expensive; it is structurally unsound, locking millions out of stability and disproportionately impacting our most vulnerable communities. This is an economic crisis, a public health crisis, and a moral failure across the nation. “Rent increased 9% in one year, which outpaced wage growth… 15,000 more renter households were cost-burdened in 2023,” said panelist Caroline Cheong, Kinder Institute for Read more […]

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Buffalo Bayou Partnership AnnouncesFall Program Season

Free Family Fun, Underground Music, and Public Art Abound HOUSTON, TX (September 3, 2025) – Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP) is pleased to share a fall season packed with vibrant public programs connecting the community with nature and culture. Themed  “A Year in 10s,”  2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of Buffalo Bayou Park, highlights progress in the Buffalo Bayou East 10-Year Plan, and celebrates the unique spaces and thriving ecosystems of the 10 miles BBP stewards. Mark Read more […]

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