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BLACK HISTORY


Black History 365: Houston-based production company develops โ€˜Black is Eternalโ€™ series

Black History Month is celebrated in February but at KPRC 2, it is a year-long initiative. Itโ€™s also a 365-day effort for a Houston-based production company, 7-9-7-2 Films.

Megan Thee Stallion makes one Houston teenโ€™s dream a reality

Women in hip-hop have had an unprecedented run over the last few years, with the debut of numerous new artists breaking new ground, most notably the Houston Hottieโ€” Megan Pete.

Earlie Hudnall: Photographerโ€™s work captures the soul of Houstonโ€™s Black community

Sometimes, a picture without color can tell you a thousand words, but a portrait of a man, woman, or child of color with no color can tell a million.

Freedmenโ€™s Townโ€™s history is buried deep in its roots

Southwest of Downtown Houston is a close-knit area brimming with African-American heritage.

โ€˜100 and fabulousโ€™: Happy Birthday Mrs. Ida Mae Ellison

On Feb. 22, 1922, Congress authorized the Grant Memorial $1 coin, London issued a unilateral declaration of Egyptian independence and a baby girl, Ida Mae, was born to Elton and Lorene Porter in Gonzalez, Texas. Still as beautiful as the day she was born, a century later, this amazing woman is celebrating her 100th birthday!

Fort Bend County renames Law Library after Civil Rights Pioneer Willie Melton

Fort Bend County Judge KP George is holding a dedication and renaming ceremony for the library honoring Civil Rights pioneer Willie Melton.

Houstonโ€™s Moโ€™ Better Brews reimagines vegan cuisine

The delectable, flavorful dishes that are a staple of traditional soul food have been accepted as a thing of the past by most transitioning to a vegan lifestyle.

Houstonโ€™s only African American library preserves history with $50,000 grant

In the heart of Houstonโ€™s Fourth Ward community is the African American Library at the Gregory School.

From the NFL to the classroom: 1st Black principal at Dulles Middle School uses experiences to show students importance of education

A Former Houston oiler has found a different way to showcase his leadership ability and positively impact others. This time, heโ€™s working with kids.

The struggles of teaching, celebrating Black history locally

This week commenced Black History Month for all Americans. However, with a very minimal...

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Houston Nightclub owner transforms shuttered establishment into Black-owned grocery store

District Market Green Grocerโ€™s intimate ambiance is not its only distinguishing feature. It could attract the attention of a resident who recognizes the grocery store as a former nightclub.

Stronger Houston: Harris County partners with Black-owned bank for first relationship of its kind

They are rejoicing in Harris County with historic news to tell. An institution that has been a major support to churches like Wheeler Avenue Baptist, restaurants, barber shops, and other businesses over seven decades is celebrating another milestone -- a first of its kind partnership.

Houston native wins scholarship from Revlon for business pitch about diversity

Purpose and drive are words heard in Revlonโ€™s commercial for their brand Crรจme of Nature. Those two words easily describe Howard University sophomore Charlye Jackson.

Black business leaders: Advice for the next generation on overcoming racial and economic inequity

Lessons on success, confidence and overcoming discrimination from Black leaders in business and the markets.

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Napoleon Johnson: Pioneering journalist returns to KPRC 2, station where his storied career began

Wearing a monochromatic ensemble, the seasoned storyteller quips that he has received all three of his vaccination shots before removing his mask to admire the renovations at his old stomping ground.

History-making Houston judge retires after 28 years on the federal bench

In 1994, Judge Vanessa Gilmore made history as the youngest person serving on the federal branch. Now, Gilmore is hanging up her robe and preparing for a new life outside of the courthouse.

Dessert Gallery honors prominent Houstonians with Black History Month cookies

A Houston dessert shop is celebrating Black History Month with a sweet gesture.

The African American Library at the Gregory School preserves Black history

The African American Library at the Gregory School is a branch of the Houston Public Library in the Fourth Ward, Houston.

In your words: Hereโ€™s what you said Juneteenth means to you

Juneteenth is coming up, this weekend in fact -- and for those who might be unfamiliar, the holiday commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.

Long-standing concerns continue over maintenance of city-owned, historically Black cemetery in Hempstead

Long-standing concerns over the maintenance of a city-owned, historically Black cemetery in Hempstead have reignited a debate over racial equity when it comes to municipal resting places.

In your own words: What does Juneteenth mean to you?

Juneteenth, the holiday celebrating the day in 1865 that all enslaved Black people learned they had been freed, is often celebrated by families across the nation -- with events including cookouts, parades or community festivals.

National museum in Houston preserving black military history

The units were identified as the 9th and 10th cavalry and the 38th 39th 40th and 41st infantry regiments. The four infantry regiments were later reorganized to form the 24th and 25th infantry regiments. These fighting men represented the first Black professional soldiers in a peacetime army. The museum has tons of virtual and in-person programs where you can learn more about the history of African American soldiers. Click here to find out more about their upcoming โ€œNight at the Museumโ€ in July, 2021 and the other events the museum will be hosting.

Voices of Houston: Texas Air National guardsman overcomes adversity to earn highest enlisted rank

HOUSTON โ€“ Texas Air National Guardsman Charles Jackson is no stranger to adversity. These are three words which Charles Jackson personifies. He earned the rank of Chief Master Sergeant, which is the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force. โ€œItโ€™s a culmination of my 36 years of service, that I am now called Chief Jackson,โ€ said Jackson. โ€œWe in a rare, rare position where we positively Affect an airman each and every day,โ€ said Jackson.

Houstonโ€™s treasure โ€˜The Gite Galleryโ€™ spotlighting black artists and African culture

HOUSTON โ€“ The gallery features beautiful and unique art and artifacts that include original paintings, hand carved wooden statues, bronze sculptures, tribal masks and hats, brightly colored textiles, select vintage accent furniture and more, all from sub-Saharan Africa according to the galleryโ€™s website. Gallery founder and owner Lloyd Giteโ€™s love of African art can be traced back to his childhood, where he always had an intuitive fascination with the continent. Lloydโ€™s former career in television journalism led him to travel extensively throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Caribbean. Having been to Africa over 35 times, Lloyd recalls how he became the prominent African art dealer that he is today,Last month, The Gite Gallery hosted an exhibition "I AM BLACK" by Maxwell. It was nice to gather and see many of you in... Posted by The Gite Gallery on Monday, November 2, 2020Click here to find out how you can get these beautiful pieces of artwork in your own home or any other information about the gallery you would like to discover.

Emancipation Park and its deep-rooted history in Houston

HOUSTON โ€“ It was known as the only park blacks were able to congregate at and is now known as the oldest park not only in Houston, but in the state of Texas. The effort in getting Emancipation Park was led by the Reverend Jack Yates, a Baptist minister and former slave. His church, Antioch Baptist, and Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church formed the Colored Peopleโ€™s Festival and the Emancipation Park Association. President Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation and published it on January 1, 1863, but it did not reach Texas for two years. The park now host several in-person and now virtual programs which can be found by clicking here.

Houston Texans order 250 bottles of wine from Black-owned winery for its Black History baskets

HOUSTON โ€“ One Houston winery is full of joy after receiving a request from the Houston Texans. The NFL team ordered 250 bottles of wine for its Black History baskets, according to Twitter user @Madwine_chemist. The Houston Texans just order 250 bottles of wine for their Black History baskets. โ€” Mad Wine Chemist ๐Ÿท (@madwine_chemist) February 8, 2021The Twitter users family owns ErmaRise Winery in Katy, which is an award-winning, Black-owned winery. Click here to learn more about the winery.

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A new flavor of Topo Chico is coming... The favorite sparkling water of Texans is launching its first new flavor in four years. Dan Crenshaw apparently forgot about his 2020 ads Did Crenshaw forget he jumped out of two planes last year?

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Houstonโ€™s Ebony Opera Guild continues long standing legacy developing African American singers

HOUSTON โ€“ The mission of Houston Ebony Opera Guild is to provide performance and on-going professional development opportunities for African-American choral and opera singers from Houston and the nation; to foster, in broad-based audiences, an appreciation of opera and concert music including the African American Spiritual; and to sustain and expand the African American presence in voice-associated classical music in general. The guild was founded by the late Dr. Robert A. Henry (1916โ€“1996) and presented occasional concerts in Houston and elsewhere during the late 1980โ€ฒs. Through its parent body, Houston Ebony Music Society, Inc., Ebony Opera Guild became a formal, tax-exempt organization in 1992 and produced Porgy and Bess, its very first opera. AdTo celebrate Black History, the guild has organized a concert saluting African American women as composers, singers, conductors, and instrumentalists. Featuring solo, piano, and choral works titled the 2021 Virtual African American Gala where you can finds tickets to by clicking here to help support the guild and itโ€™s talent.

Crews clean up historic Black cemetery vandalized in Austin

AUSTIN, Texas โ€“ Austin city crews and some community members united Wednesday to remove graffiti from more than a dozen headstones at a historic cemetery for Black residents. Vandals defaced nearly 15 headstones earlier this week at the Evergreen Cemetery in East Austin, the cityโ€™s first major municipal cemetery for Black people, according to Austin police. East side ๐Ÿ˜ค Posted by Sarah Long on Monday, September 21, 2020About 12,000 people have been buried in Evergreen Cemetery, including some from the African American community and civic leaders. Black residents had been laid to rest in shared sites before the cemetery was created in 1926. Nyeka Arnold, a co-founder of the local organization Black Austin Coalition, told the Austin American-Statesmen that she was heartbroken and furious after finding out one of her familyโ€™s headstones was damaged.

5 ways to celebrate Juneteenth

Juneteenth, which takes place June 19 each year, is the name for the date in 1865 when Union soldiers freed the remaining slaves in Texas, enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation.

Houston Museum of African American Culture reopens on Juneteenth

HOUSTON โ€“ The Houston Museum of African American Culture is scheduled to reopen on Juneteenth after the COVID-19 closure. โ€œJuneteenth really represents when all Americans were free,โ€ said John Guess, Jr., CEO of HMAAC. Thereโ€™s the prospect of a quote on quote, โ€˜freedom,โ€™โ€ said Guess. The conversation of race is at the forefront in our country, considering the death of George Floyd and protests calling for equality for the African American community. The museum is located 4807 Caroline in Houstonโ€™s Museum District.

Virtual events commemorate Juneteenth at Houstons Emancipation Park

HOUSTON Emancipation Park Conservancy hosted a virtual Juneteenth event so despite COVID-19, people can continue to learn about Juneteenth. Every year, thousands of people flock to Emancipation Park for the annual Juneteenth celebration, but this year, it was quiet. Emancipation Park was purchased by four people in 1872 to commemorate the end of slavery and provide a place for the annual Juneteenth celebrations. During segregation, Emancipation Park was the only public park African Americans could use. Emancipation Park is the oldest park in Houston and one of the oldest across the state.

Juneteenth celebrations around the country mark the day enslaved Texans were finally told they are free 155 years ago

I do not doubt that other black families around the state were engaged in similar celebrations for the day saluting African American heritage. It is the African American Fourth of July; the Emancipation Proclamation its Declaration of Independence. Along the way, I educated myself about black history, picking up bits and pieces from stories in Afrocentric publications, like Jet and Ebony magazines. However, according to Turner, there was a noticeable shift in Juneteenth celebrations after World War I. (Unfortunately, because of the COVID-19 crisis and social distancing measures, this years Juneteenth celebrations remain uncertain.)

Meet Sgt. Maj. James Williams, one of the last Buffalo Soldier alive today

HOUSTON โ€“ You may have heard the Bob Marley song, but do you know the true story of the legendary Buffalo Soldiers? Click here to learn their origin story, and then watch our exclusive interview with Houstonโ€™s own Sgt. Maj. James Williams, believed to be one of the last surviving Buffalo Soldiers. KPRC 2 Salutes the many shades of Black History, present and future.

Quiz: How much do you know about Black history?

HOUSTON โ€“ In honor of Black History Month, we created this fun and interactive quiz for you. See if you can get a perfect score.

Oscar-nominated biopic 'Harriet' returns to this Houston theater for free during Black History Month

Oscar-nominated biopic 'Harriet' returns to this Houston theater for free during Black History MonthPhoto: Courtesy Of Glen Wilson / Focus Features Photo: Courtesy Of Glen Wilson / Focus Features Image 1 of / 4 Caption Close Oscar-nominated biopic 'Harriet' returns to this Houston theater for free during Black History Month 1 / 4 Back to GalleryIn honor of Black History Month, Harriet Tubman's Oscar-nominated biopic "Harriet" which originally premiered in November, will return to just 50 theaters nationwide, according to Gofobo. Only one theater in Houston will screen the film about "the American iconic Freedom Fighter" Tubman, who famously freed dozens of slaves through a network known as the Underground Railroad. Regal Edwards Greenway Grand Palace ScreenX & RPX is located at 3839 Weslayan Street. Michelle Iracheta is a reporter in Houston. Read her on our breaking news site, Chron.com, and on our subscriber site, houstonchronicle.com.

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