Pasadena, El Paso ranked among least increasingly diverse cities across US, study finds
Pasadena was ranked #4 for its slow diversity rate, right behind El Paso, which was considered the least increasingly diverse.
State of Black America being called "grim," according to National Urban League
The Urban League says the wealth disparity has gotten wider since the civil rights days with the average Black household income at less than $44,000 a year compared to just under $70,000 for Whites.
Jewish-owned bakery showing 'sweet' support to Houston's Muslim community for Ramadan
As Ramadan celebrations kick off around the world, a Jewish-owned bakery in southwest Houston is showing love and support to the city's Muslim community during the holy month with Ramadan butter cookies.
Houston city leaders, law enforcement ready for Ramadan 2022 amid dwindling COVID-19 cases
As Muslims around the world celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, FOX 26 spoke with Houston City Councilmember Letitia Plummer and HPD's South Asian and Middle Eastern Community Liasion to see how they're gearing up.
Montgomery Co. Sheriff's Office promotes autism awareness with day of fun for over 60 families
We're told the Sheriff's Office is also currently pioneering a law enforcement autism training program that will help officers better serve those with autism.
Houston mayor unveils new plaza dedicated to memory of Joe Campos Torres
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will unveil a new trail, park, and plaza to honor the Vietnam-war veteran who was beaten to death by HPD officers in 1977, which set off riots and led HPD to set up its Internal Affairs Divison.
Ramadan 2022: What is the Islamic holy month? How is it celebrated?
Around the world, Muslims will be fasting - abstaining from food (yes, even water) from sunrise to sundown for 30 days. We consulted a religious leader and a doctor to answer commonly asked questions about the celebrations.
Bellaire HS baseball coach called out for alleged racism against another team
Activists say a baseball game turned into a "near racial brawl" after Bellaire High School students made monkey sounds and yelled, "we got bananas!" when an African American player came to pitch.
100-year-old rule banning jazz in New Orleans schools may finally be reversed
During Carnival season, flocks of marching bands parade through the city streets even though jazz music and dancing has been banned in New Orleans public schools for almost a century.
Houston women working in construction breaking barriers, rebuilding homes
A group of local women put on their hard hats to help rebuild a South Park home while busting misconceptions in a non-traditional industry.
Trayvon Martin: Teen’s death 10 years later changes nation
The killing of Trayvon Martin still reverberates 10 years later — in protest, in partisanship, in racial reckoning and reactionary response, in social justice and social media.
Houston attorney makes history as first woman, Black chair at South Texas College of Law
A Houston attorney has made history after being appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors at her alma mater.
How Muhammad Ali, African American Muslims established Houston’s most historic mosque
In January 1978, a former Christian Science church on Third Ward, was purchased and turned into Houston Masjid Al-Islam with funds donated by late heavyweight boxing champion, Muhammad Ali and his manager, Jabir (Herbert) Muhammad.
Fired Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores sues NFL, accuses league of racist hiring practices
Fired Miami Dolphins Coach Brian Flores sued the NFL and three of its teams Tuesday, saying racist hiring practices by the league have left it racially segregated and managed like a plantation.
Peter Dinklage criticizes 'Snow White' remake's push for diversity: 'It makes no sense to me'
The 'Game of Thrones' actor worries about the movie's depiction of people with dwarfism
This MLK Day comes with calls for progress on voting rights
Dr. King's children fear new voting laws enacted since the 2020 election are stripping away the very rights their father fought to attain.
Cy-Fair ISD trustee's words on Black teachers called 'racist'
Video posted to Twitter shows part of an argument from Scott Henry speaking about the percentage of black teachers in school districts relative to their quality.
'A Doll Like Me': Helping children with disabilities feel seen through personalized dolls
The doll maker behind “A Doll Like Me” makes dolls for children who don't see themselves on store shelves. The dolls resemble their owners: children with a variety of disabilities, so that every child feels seen.
Racism is a 'public health threat,' Biden says in new HIV/AIDS strategy
In its new HIV/AIDS strategy released Wednesday on the annual commemoration of World AIDS Day, the Biden administration is calling racism “a public health threat” that must be fully recognized as the world looks to end the epidemic.
Santa gets a boyfriend in Norway postal service Christmas ad
The commercial, titled, “When Harry Met Santa,” celebrates 50 years since the country decriminalized homosexuality.