Civil Rights & Social Justice
The shooting in a Florida Walmart parking lot illustrates how the right to bear arms truly doesn’t apply to Black people.
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th year, the expected patriotism of a sanitized history exposes the deep chasm Black Americans must navigate every Fourth of July.
Douglass' iconic 1852 speech on July 4th remains a powerful lens on America's unfinished promise of freedom and equality for Black Americans.
Former University of Tennessee professor Tamar Shirinian is one of several people who have been fired over social media posts critical of Charlie Kirk.
Galveston Island will once again serve as the backdrop for one of the region’s most meaningful Juneteenth celebrations as the Freedom Sounds in Music Festival takes over Menard Park on June 19, 2026. The free event invites families, residents, and visitors to honor the history of Juneteenth through a full day of live entertainment, cultural […]
Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the City of Houston’s MLK Unity Parade on Monday, January 18, 2027, in downtown Houston. Hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Special Events, the annual parade will begin at Houston City Hall, located at 901 Bagby Street, and bring together community organizations, schools, […]
Houston’s historic Acres Homes community will celebrate freedom, culture, and neighborhood pride during the 2026 Acres Homes Juneteenth Parade on Saturday, June 13. The annual event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will take place at the Acres Homes Multi Service Center, bringing residents together for one of the area’s most anticipated […]
Families across Houston are invited to come together for a day of culture, community, and fun as Lone Star College Houston North Victory hosts its Juneteenth Community Celebration on Saturday, June 20. The free event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the campus located at 4141 Victory Drive in northwest Houston. […]
The Galveston Railroad Museum is paying tribute to a pivotal chapter in American history this June with its special exhibit, The Pullman Porters: A Tribute to Juneteenth. Running from June 1 through June 30, the exhibit shines a spotlight on the African American railroad workers whose dedication, resilience, and sacrifice helped shape both the nation’s […]
As part of our Juneteenth event series highlighting Black legacy, achievement, and community, members of the Forest Brook High School and M.B. Smiley High School Class of 1984 are preparing to celebrate a major milestone. The “We’re 60” Birthday Party will bring classmates together for an evening of fellowship, reflection, and celebration as they honor […]
Houston’s historic Emancipation Park will once again serve as a gathering place for celebration, culture, and connection during Juneteenth The Reunion, an annual event honoring the holiday’s deep roots in the city where freedom was first announced to enslaved Texans in 1865. Scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., the […]
Memorial Day honors military sacrifice, Black history, and racial justice. Sybil Wilkes' segment explores these themes through personal stories.
