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Black History Month

In photos: The rise of Kamala Harris, our country’s first woman of color to serve as vice president

Vice President Kamala Harris has had quite the rise over the past decade or so: From San Francisco’s district attorney and California’s attorney general, to the Golden State’s senator and now our second in command, right behind President Joe Biden.

Black History 365: Houston-based production company develops ‘Black is Eternal’ series

Mayor Turner, Heritage Society make special announcement about historic houses at Sam Houston Park

Megan Thee Stallion makes one Houston teen’s dream a reality

No mailing it in: Black female battalion remembered as heroes for unique World War II task

Now this is a group of brave, selfless and hardworking women.

Quite frankly, ‘Peanuts’ character Franklin had a major cultural impact

If there were ever a list of fictional beach meetings that made significant cultural impacts, then this would likely be on it. On July 31, 1968 in the famous “Peanuts” comic strip created by Charles M. Schulz, Charlie Brown and Franklin met on a beach.

Earlie Hudnall: Photographer’s work captures the soul of Houston’s Black community

Freedmen’s Town’s history is buried deep in its roots

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This store’s Black-created products will have you wanting all the things

These items “honor the sacrifice of Black leaders of the past while amplifying and celebrating the voices of the Black community today.”

What can the Oscars do to diversify its nominees and winners?

The Academy Awards are happening in March, and in the 94 years the event has been running, only 20 Black actors have won an acting Oscar.

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.

31 photos you’ve probably never seen, showing Harriet Tubman, Underground Railroad history

Harriet Tubman did so much for others -- she escaped slavery and went on to become a leading abolitionist, leading enslaved people to freedom along the route of the Underground Railroad.

How Merry Clayton turned ‘Gimme Shelter’ by the Rolling Stones from good to legendary

Last year, news broke that 77-year-old rock ‘n’ roll legend and Rolling Stones member Mick Jagger had purchased a mansion in Florida for his girlfriend, which led to people on social media saying “Gimme Shelter” about the transaction.

Black History Month: These powerful photos show social movements throughout the years

Black History Month is held every year to celebrate the achievements by African-Americans.

Former athlete from Missouri City gains national attention with sports brand ‘Actively Black’

Houston’s Mo’ Better Brews reimagines vegan cuisine

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

These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

Artist draws iconic Disney princesses as Black women

An artist with quite the following on Instagram has turned heads for some of his work -- which includes illustrations of some of the classic Disney princesses.

Houston’s only African American library preserves history with $50,000 grant

This Harriet Tubman mural is so powerful – just like the moving story of how it came to be

Michael Rosato knew he had an incredibly important assignment on his hands when he was commissioned to paint a Harriet Tubman mural in Cambridge, Maryland.

Inside Rosenberg’s Black Cowboy Museum

Larry Callies, owner of the Black Cowboy Museum in Rosenberg hopes to break ground for the Kendleton facility by the end of March.

Why blood donation from the Black community is so crucial

You hear it often: There’s a need for blood donors -- but there’s apparently a particular need for the Black community to step up and donate.

Life, legacy of Rev. Bill Lawson, late wife Audrey Lawson becomes play at Ensemble Theatre

The love story of Rev. Bill Lawson and his late wife Audrey and their impact on the civil rights movement in Houston is the subject of a new play at the Ensemble Theatre.

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

Houston native wins scholarship from Revlon for business pitch about diversity

More than 30 years later, Whitney Houston’s stirring Super Bowl performance still resonates

The late Whitney Houston gave the world many great musical moments with all her talents, but arguably the biggest gift of all came during Super Bowl XV in Tampa.

How Vonetta Flowers made history for Black Olympians worldwide

With the first weekend of the Winter Olympics coinciding with the first weekend of Black History Month, it’s a good time to look back at how both Olympic and Black history was made 20 years ago this month at the Winter Games.

What does Black History Month mean to you? We asked, you answered

We’ve been asking what Black History Month means to you. And we received a variety of answers, and thought we’d highlight some of the responses.

Houston Newsmakers: Prairie View A&M’s Simmons Center for Race and Justice makes progress in research

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

5 movies on Disney+ you should watch this Black History Month

Most films are kid-friendly.

Test your knowledge with this quiz, in honor of Black History Month

February is now underway, and with that comes Black History Month.

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.

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

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How Rafer Johnson made Olympic history in more ways than one

Not only was Johnson one of the greatest American athletes of all-time, but he also played a role in quelling a tragedy in U.S. history.

Uncharted waters: Kristen Hayden becomes first Black woman to win U.S. national diving title

While the world’s attention is about to focus on the Winter Olympics when they start next week, one woman who competes in a Summer Olympics sport is rightfully basking in history.

That time Betty White stood up for a Black dancer -- and the impact it has had since

Betty White has rightfully been remembered fondly for many aspects of her legendary career ever since she died at the age of 99 on New Year’s Eve, just weeks shy of her 100th birthday.

Historical statues that have come down: A list

Statues that have stood for years -- and in some cases, decades -- have been top of mind all across the country as protests take place following the deaths of George Floyd and Rayshard Brooks.

These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

‘Back in the 1800s, the Black cowboy was the only cowboy’

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