Posts Tagged ‘Texas’
In a Texas prison, Kwaneta cultivated a menopause support network from scraps of paper
After dealing with menopause while incarcerated, one woman is fostering community, education, and resources for others like her.
Read MoreFamily of Pregnant Woman Who Died After She Couldn’t Get An Abortion in Texas Sues
Doctors ignored Tierra Walker’s request for an abortion despite her high-risk pregnancy with its many complications.
Read MoreFamily of pregnant woman sues Attorney General, alleges denied abortion led to death
The family of Tierra Walker, who died, sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, claiming she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
Read MoreNo Black jurors selected for murder trial over killing at 2025 Texas high school
Critics of the juror selection argue that it compromises the fair trial that Karmelo Anthony has a right to.
Read MoreBlack man who was executed in Texas 70 years ago is cleared in case marked by racial bias
Walker, who was a young father when he was tried, was exonerated 70 years after his execution, and his son attended the event.
Read MoreCongressional Black Caucus fears GOP redistricting will shrink its numbers
Voters and politicians are both concerned over Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s redistricting map, which will disenfranchise many, they argue.
Read MoreCulture wars rock Texas historical site as Alamo Trust CEO resigns over research on role of slavery, indigenous people in state history
Kate Rogers, who wrote about the efforts to minimize the impact of slavery in Texas, no longer aligns with the Alamo according to officials.
Read MoreLandlord says mail wasn’t delivered because she is Black. Supreme Court weighs in
After dozens of complains and multiple reassurances that mail service would resume as normal, one resident has had enough.
Read MoreNAACP sues Texas over congressional redistricting, saying it strips Black voters of political power
Texas has redrawn congressional maps, giving power to white voters, who are the minority, and diluting others’ votes.
Read MoreNational Black Film Festival
Welcome to the 8th Annual National Black Film Festival! Get ready for a weekend filled with powerful storytelling, creativity, and inspiration. Join us on Wednesday through Saturday in person for a celebration of Black cinema and culture. Experience thought-provoking films, engaging panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this exciting…
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