Founding CBC Member and Missouri Trailblazer Bill Clay Sr. Dies at 94
“He was a freedom fighting member of the Congressional Black Caucus and a staunch supporter of @BlackPressUSA.” -Dr. Benjamin Chavis Jr.
“He was a freedom fighting member of the Congressional Black Caucus and a staunch supporter of @BlackPressUSA.” -Dr. Benjamin Chavis Jr.
Houston is currently hosting one of the biggest PUSH for Citizenship campaigns in history! This week I decided to take a closer look at the path to citizenship in 2025 thru the eyes of a couple of advocacy programs. The dedicated efforts of organizations like Woori Juntos (Nonprofit) and SEDES, are on the front lines, empowering immigrant communities and Im helping to spread the word.
Citizenship is the ultimate defense against Deportation- Zenobia Lai, Executive Director, Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative. In the Houston area, an estimated 300,000 immigrants are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. However, less than 10% of these eligible residents complete the process. Houston is changing that. Read How.
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted their 16th annual Student Leadership Conference which included over 125 students from Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) who received formal training as they head to their summer internships with various fortune 500 companies consisting of Best Buy Corporate, Disney, National Geo Graphics, and more. Thursday, May 29, 2025 was day 2 of the conference, and the students received a special surprise as Disney on The Yard brought out Read more […]
America’s immigration landscape in 2025 is at a crossroads. With shifting policies, economic realities, and a divided political climate, immigrants—documented and undocumented—face an uncertain yet pivotal moment. The next steps will require resilience, advocacy, and strategic navigation of evolving laws. A roundtable briefing with Houston Ethnic Media Services took place at the end of January to discuss the new heightened immigration enforcement strategies from the new administration. A Read more […]
The Atlanta Voice, led by Janis Ware, serves the Atlanta community and reported on a tragic New Year’s Day incident in New Orleans, where a terrorist attack killed 10 and injured 35. The Sugar Bowl was postponed due to the attack. Thoughts and prayers are extended to the victims and their families.
The last #MediaMonday of 2024 highlights Bayou Beat News, founded by Nakia Cooper, focusing on Houston’s culture. They report on the successful Beyoncé performance during the NFL Christmas Gameday. Additionally, The Chicago Defender addresses Trump supporters realizing election consequences. Lastly, Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 to January 1 do you celebrate it?
This week’s #MediaMonday features three notable publications from the NNPA/Black Press of America. The Michigan Chronicle announces Karmanos Cancer Institute’s groundbreaking use of the TheraBionic P1 device for liver cancer treatment. The Dallas Weekly highlights an empowering event for Black fathers, while Texas Metro News reports on lawmakers urging President Biden to finalize the Equal Rights Amendment.
Are you going to another city to watch Je’Caryous ( @jecaryous ) Johnson’s Iconic Jason’s Lyric Live, coming to a stage near you?
Mass deportations are often framed as a solution to immigration challenges, but they would wreak havoc on the U.S. economy. Immigrants, including undocumented workers, are deeply woven into the fabric of industries essential to our nation’s stability and growth. Agriculture, construction, hospitality, healthcare, and technology all rely heavily on immigrant labor. Deporting millions of workers from these sectors would not only create labor shortages but also disrupt supply chains, increase costs Read more […]