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Glue the Vision, Make it Plain: Kierra Anderson, founder of MajorKee’s Boutique, hosts first-e
“Then the Lord said to me, ‘Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.’” -Habakkuk 2:2✨...
Erica Ponder
Jan 23, 2020


All Screwed Up: Series based on life of Houston legend DJ Screw in production 20 years after his dea
HOUSTON — Attention, H-Town! A new biographical series based on the life of Houston music legend DJ Screw is in production this year for...
Erica Ponder
Jan 22, 2020


First African-American person to attend all-white medical school in the South dies in Houston
HOUSTON — The first black person to attend and graduate from the University of Arkansas Medical School, and the first black woman to...
Erica Ponder
Jan 22, 2020


The Chatman Women’s Foundation’s Annual PowHer Play Professional Women’s Breakfast raises mone
HOUSTON — The Chatman Women’s Foundation continues to carry out its values of service, philanthropy and uplifting other women while...
Erica Ponder
Aug 12, 2019


Legendary rapper and original Screwed Up Click member Lil’ KeKe to host 713 Day Celebration, salutes
HOUSTON — Houston rap legend Lil’ KeKe is inviting the city to come out and celebrate 713 Day. Known for rap hits and anthems like...
Erica Ponder
Jul 9, 2019


Your grad cap, her canvas! Houston artist makes graduations memorable with viral cap designs
HOUSTON — It’s grad season, and for years, a Houston artist has been making these stellar achievements memorable for graduates through...
Erica Ponder
Jun 26, 2019


IYO Visuals celebrates 7th anniversary, announces partnership with Legends Do Live
By: Erica M. Ponder The IYO Visuals media team, along with Founder and Director Isaac “Chill” Yowman, celebrated their 7th year of...
Erica Ponder
Mar 31, 2018


Earnest Pugh celebrates Emmy Award, video premiere of hit single ‘Survive’
By: Erica M. Ponder There was a lot to be thankful for Thursday night as gospel veteran Earnest Pugh celebrated the release of his new...
Erica Ponder
Mar 3, 2018


Netflix releases trailer for new Roxanne Shanté biopic
By: Erica M. Ponder Netflix is giving real hip-hop heads the ultimate treat next month! The popular streaming service is premiering...
Erica Ponder
Feb 26, 2018


Becoming: Michelle Obama to release highly anticipated memoir in November
By: Erica M. Ponder Get your reading glasses ready, and get your book club together, because Michelle Obama and Penguin Random House...
Erica Ponder
Feb 26, 2018


Set It Off: Classic ‘90s movie adapted to a stage play starring Da Brat, LeToya Luckett
By: Erica M. Ponder Do you remember the first time you watched the classic movie Set If Off? Well, you may be able to relive those same...
Erica Ponder
Feb 23, 2018


Tears!!! Tiffany Haddish gets the surprise of a lifetime from Oprah on the Ellen DeGeneres Show
By: Erica M. Ponder Tiffany Haddish is such a lovable person. From her humor to her genuine spirit, she has stolen many of our hearts,...
Erica Ponder
Feb 22, 2018


Wakanda Forever: Black Panther breaks box office records, makes huge impact beyond the theaters!
By: Erica M. Ponder We knew the debut of Marvel’s Black Panther would be huge, but man… our expectations have officially been exceeded...
Erica Ponder
Feb 21, 2018


Flower of the Universe: Ava DuVernay gets ‘yes’ from Sade to do original song on ‘
By: Erica M. Ponder Ava DuVernay has officially blessed us old school R&B fans with some amazing news on the legendary Sade and her new...
Erica Ponder
Feb 21, 2018


Wendy Williams takes a break from her ‘Hot Topics’ as she battles with Graves’ dis
By: Erica M. Ponder After a wake-up call from her physician, Wendy Williams has announced she will take a much needed hiatus from her...
Erica Ponder
Feb 21, 2018


A Glimpse of Justice: More than $37 million awarded to family of woman killed in Baltimore police st
By: Erica M. Ponder RANDALLSTOWN, Md. — Justice is finally being served after a jury came back with a verdict in less than three hours...
Erica Ponder
Feb 19, 2018


Tell Them We Are Rising: HBCU documentary sheds light on roles of black colleges up until today
By: Erica M. Ponder They have molded, taught and bridged the gap(s) for African-Americans since their founding years. For well over a...
Erica Ponder
Feb 14, 2018


A Work of Art: Barack and Michelle Obama’s official portraits unveiled
By: Erica M. Ponder Black History was made Monday as Barack and Michelle Obama unveiled their official portraits at the Smithsonian’s...
Erica Ponder
Feb 13, 2018


Honda Battle of the Bands 2018 takes over Atlanta with HBCU talent, live performances
By: Erica M. Ponder ATLANTA — Historically black college bands near and far shut down the city of Atlanta as they came to showcase their...
Erica Ponder
Jan 31, 2018


Legendary performer and civil rights activist Lena Horne honored on New Forever Stamp
Press Release NEW YORK — The U.S. Postal Service today celebrates the life and legacy of Lena Horne as the 41st honoree in the Black...
Erica Ponder
Jan 31, 2018
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