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A wind advisory is causing flight delays at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Departures are experiencing delays of around 34 minutes due to the strong gusts. The airport has issued a ground delay, and there is a possibility that it could be extended. Passengers are advised to check their flight status on the fly2houston website.
Walgreens is closing its Houston Distribution Center, resulting in the layoff of 159 employees starting around June 1. The company plans to streamline service and deliveries from its Waxahachie Distribution Center. Walgreens expressed gratitude to the Houston team for their contributions and believes that consolidating operations will improve customer service and reduce workload for store […]
In Texas politics, the upcoming 2026 election cycle holds significant importance for Black Houston’s political future, as maps and district lines will shape representation and access to resources. Recent court battles over redistricting have highlighted concerns about disenfranchisement and the impact on communities of color. The Purcell Principle, which cautions against changing election rules close […]
DJ Michael “5000” Watts was honored in a massive memorial service attended by Slim Thug, Mike Jones, and other rappers. The legendary Swisha House co-founder was laid to rest in Houston, with his body carried by horse and carriage throughout the city. The funeral procession featured hundreds of candy-painted rides and drew crowds of onlookers. […]
Two powerhouses in Black business and media, Jerome D. Love and Rushion McDonald, have joined forces to explore one of life’s most compelling questions in their new docuseries, What Is Rich? This collaboration brings together two distinct but equally impactful leaders to shift the narrative around wealth and success in our community. Jerome D. Love […]
With just three weeks until the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, families can save money by purchasing discounted carnival packs in advance, which include tickets for games, rides, and food. Other budget-friendly tips include taking METRO to save on parking, targeting discount days, and using concert tickets to access the grounds. The official resale marketplace […]
A special election runoff in Texas’ 18th Congressional District resulted in Christian Menefee defeating Amanda Edwards to fill a vacant seat. Menefee will serve the remainder of the current term following the death of former U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner. The district will appear again on the March primary ballot to determine who will represent the […]
Drivers near downtown Houston should be aware of upcoming lane and ramp closures related to the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project. The Alabama Street bridge over I-69 will be demolished to make way for new roadway alignment and drainage improvements. Lane closures on Alabama Street and a ramp closure on I-69 are scheduled for […]
Is he your man or are you just his convenient secret? That was the hot topic on The Madd Hatta Morning Show’s “Daily Dilemma,” where a 25-year-old woman called in, conflicted. After three years of dating, traveling, and sharing everything, there’s one place her boyfriend won’t take her: home to meet his family. Every holiday, […]
CenterPoint Energy and ERCOT are preparing for potential power outages due to rain and ice this weekend in Texas. CenterPoint’s meteorologists are monitoring the forecast and adjusting response plans accordingly. ERCOT reassured that there should be sufficient power generation to meet demand during the severe weather conditions. TxDOT has historically treated roads with de-icing solution […]
A Texas woman, Aralyn Martinez, was arrested for allegedly threatening and attempting to strike another woman with a 25-pound weight at a fitness center in Spring. Martinez was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after an altercation with a woman she believed was involved with her boyfriend. The incident occurred at a 24 […]
Texas Southern University has become the first historically Black college or university in Texas to receive the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, recognizing its integration of community partnerships into teaching, research, and service. The university partners with various organizations in Greater Houston to provide hands-on learning opportunities for students and expand services in education, mental […]