Houston NAACP president weighs in on the future of civil rights in America
With past rulings to gut the Voting Rights Act and efforts to dismantle DEI programs in mind, Houston NAACP President Bishop James Dixon warns that decades of civil rights progress are under direct attack.
With past rulings to gut the Voting Rights Act and efforts to dismantle DEI programs in mind, Houston NAACP President Bishop James Dixon warns that decades of civil rights progress are under direct attack.
Good credit but denied? Real estate expert explains new 'rental roadblocks,' hidden bias
Prospective tenants are increasingly discovering that having a great salary, excellent credit, and a perfect renting history isn't always enough to secure an apartment. A local real estate expert joins us to break down the rise of these frustrating "rental roadblocks" and explains how subtle racial discrimination is still being used to keep people of color out of certain neighborhoods.
Prospective tenants are increasingly discovering that having a great salary, excellent credit, and a perfect renting history isn't always enough to secure an apartment. A local real estate expert joins us to break down the rise of these frustrating "rental roadblocks" and explains how subtle racial discrimination is still being used to keep people of color out of certain neighborhoods.
AZ Sports Empowers Houston Youth With Inclusive Athletic Training
Clifton and Ziggy Allen founded AZ Sports to create a safe, inclusive athletic environment for Houston-area children, proudly welcoming athletes with autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD. The father-son duo joins us to discuss their mission to inspire young athletes and support underprivileged youth across the local community.
Clifton and Ziggy Allen founded AZ Sports to create a safe, inclusive athletic environment for Houston-area children, proudly welcoming athletes with autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD. The father-son duo joins us to discuss their mission to inspire young athletes and support underprivileged youth across the local community.
How First-Time Homebuyers Can Unlock Hidden Financial Assistance
Navigating today's difficult housing market can feel overwhelming, but there is financial help available for those looking to purchase their very first house. We break down the assistance programs designed to help turn a renter's dream of homeownership into a reality.
Navigating today's difficult housing market can feel overwhelming, but there is financial help available for those looking to purchase their very first house. We break down the assistance programs designed to help turn a renter's dream of homeownership into a reality.
Drowning in Bills? How to Break Free From Record-High Credit Card Debt
Americans are currently facing a historic amount of credit card debt, leaving millions struggling just to keep up with their minimum monthly payments. Financial experts join us to share actionable strategies and proven advice on how you can finally dig yourself out of the financial hole.
Americans are currently facing a historic amount of credit card debt, leaving millions struggling just to keep up with their minimum monthly payments. Financial experts join us to share actionable strategies and proven advice on how you can finally dig yourself out of the financial hole.
The Hidden Dangers of Turning to AI Chatbots for Medical Advice
More people are using artificial intelligence to diagnose their symptoms online, but doctors are warning that this digital trend comes with serious real-world risks. We explore the dangerous inaccuracies of AI-generated health advice and why relying on a chatbot could delay life-saving professional medical treatment.
More people are using artificial intelligence to diagnose their symptoms online, but doctors are warning that this digital trend comes with serious real-world risks. We explore the dangerous inaccuracies of AI-generated health advice and why relying on a chatbot could delay life-saving professional medical treatment.
Poll: 1 in 10 Americans Now Fear Political Violence in Their Daily Lives
A new survey it's common for Americans to view politics and extreme political violence as the biggest danger to their everyday safety. Experts join The Factor share what is fueling their fears.
A new survey it's common for Americans to view politics and extreme political violence as the biggest danger to their everyday safety. Experts join The Factor share what is fueling their fears.
Is 22 Too Young for Power? Georgia Mayor Stripped of Privileges Amid Spending Probe
Georgia’s youngest mayor, 22-year-old Jayden Williams, has been stripped of his city credit cards and vehicles amid an independent investigation into his spending habits. While Williams maintains his innocence and welcomes a full review, the scandal is raising a bigger question: Are young politicians truly ready for this level of power?
Georgia’s youngest mayor, 22-year-old Jayden Williams, has been stripped of his city credit cards and vehicles amid an independent investigation into his spending habits. While Williams maintains his innocence and welcomes a full review, the scandal is raising a bigger question: Are young politicians truly ready for this level of power?
D4vd Murder Trial Evidence, Nolan Wells Autopsy, and Local Measles Alert
Chilling evidence unfolds in the murder trial against singer D4vd (David Burke). Plus, the latest updates on the inconclusive autopsy results for Mississippi teen Nolan Wells, and an urgent public health alert as Montgomery County confirms a local case of the measles.
Chilling evidence unfolds in the murder trial against singer D4vd (David Burke). Plus, the latest updates on the inconclusive autopsy results for Mississippi teen Nolan Wells, and an urgent public health alert as Montgomery County confirms a local case of the measles.
Can White People Code-Switch? Race, Language, and Workplace Culture Explained
Code-switching has long been understood as a necessary survival tactic for people of color navigating predominantly white spaces. But as more Caucasian professionals claim they "code-switch" too, we are diving into the debate: Is changing your corporate tone or regional accent the exact same thing as hiding your cultural identity?
Code-switching has long been understood as a necessary survival tactic for people of color navigating predominantly white spaces. But as more Caucasian professionals claim they "code-switch" too, we are diving into the debate: Is changing your corporate tone or regional accent the exact same thing as hiding your cultural identity?
Angela After Dark: Why Estranged Parents Are Pointing the Finger at Children's Therapists
Family estrangement is on the rise, but who is to blame? A new survey reveals that 33% of estranged parents point the finger directly at their children's therapists—arguing that modern mental health culture encourages cutting ties rather than repairing relationships. We break down the controversy over "therapy speak" and family boundaries.
Family estrangement is on the rise, but who is to blame? A new survey reveals that 33% of estranged parents point the finger directly at their children's therapists—arguing that modern mental health culture encourages cutting ties rather than repairing relationships. We break down the controversy over "therapy speak" and family boundaries.
Gov. Abbott Signs Executive Order to Crack Down on Texas 'Birth Tourism'
Texas is officially taking aim at "birth tourism" with a sweeping new executive order targeting local hospitals and medical providers. Governor Greg Abbott says the state will no longer tolerate foreign parents exploiting American immigration laws for profit.
Texas is officially taking aim at "birth tourism" with a sweeping new executive order targeting local hospitals and medical providers. Governor Greg Abbott says the state will no longer tolerate foreign parents exploiting American immigration laws for profit.
Estate Planning Lessons From Chadwick Boseman and Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Dying without an up-to-date will can tear even the closest families apart. High-profile court battles involving stars like Chadwick Boseman and Malcolm-Jamal Warner highlight a critical need for estate planning in the Black community. Here is why having a clear legal plan is essential to protecting your family's wealth and peace of mind.
Dying without an up-to-date will can tear even the closest families apart. High-profile court battles involving stars like Chadwick Boseman and Malcolm-Jamal Warner highlight a critical need for estate planning in the Black community. Here is why having a clear legal plan is essential to protecting your family's wealth and peace of mind.
UniverSoul Circus Returns to Houston With High-Flying Brand New Show
The big top is officially back in Houston as the highly anticipated UniverSoul Circus kicks off a new show at the Sam Houston Race Park.
The big top is officially back in Houston as the highly anticipated UniverSoul Circus kicks off a new show at the Sam Houston Race Park.
Gospel Music Makes Vegas History: Fred Hammond Talks Unprecedented New Strip Residency
For the first time in over 60 years, Gospel music is securing a permanent home on the Las Vegas Strip with the monumental "Legends of Gospel" residency. Legendary artist Fred Hammond joins The Factor to discuss sharing the stage with The Clark Sisters and Deitrick Haddon for this history-making event.
For the first time in over 60 years, Gospel music is securing a permanent home on the Las Vegas Strip with the monumental "Legends of Gospel" residency. Legendary artist Fred Hammond joins The Factor to discuss sharing the stage with The Clark Sisters and Deitrick Haddon for this history-making event.
Police Shut Down Illinois Summer Camp After "Fight Club" Videos of Children Surface
Authorities in Dolton, Illinois, have shut down a local summer camp after disturbing videos emerged showing unsupervised children brawling in what furious parents are calling a "fight club." Police are actively investigating the footage, while camp staff deny the allegations of organized violence.
Authorities in Dolton, Illinois, have shut down a local summer camp after disturbing videos emerged showing unsupervised children brawling in what furious parents are calling a "fight club." Police are actively investigating the footage, while camp staff deny the allegations of organized violence.
Pentagon Mandates Annual Testosterone Screenings for U.S. Troops Over 30
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a controversial new policy requiring all U.S. service members aged 30 and older to undergo mandatory annual testosterone screenings.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a controversial new policy requiring all U.S. service members aged 30 and older to undergo mandatory annual testosterone screenings.
Smear Campaign? Attorney Responds to Drug Claims in Fatal Houston ICE Shooting
Following the fatal ICE shooting of Houston grandfather Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, controversial new allegations claim a meth-like substance was found inside his van. We sit down with attorney Ruby Powers, to discuss whether this is key evidence or a federally driven smear campaign to justify the deadly encounter.
Following the fatal ICE shooting of Houston grandfather Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, controversial new allegations claim a meth-like substance was found inside his van. We sit down with attorney Ruby Powers, to discuss whether this is key evidence or a federally driven smear campaign to justify the deadly encounter.
President Trump Demands Congress Pass "SAVE America Act" Voting Bill in Primetime Address
President Trump used a primetime White House address tonight to allege vulnerabilities in U.S. voting machines and aggressively push for the "SAVE America Act," a controversial bill requiring strict voter ID and proof of citizenship.
President Trump used a primetime White House address tonight to allege vulnerabilities in U.S. voting machines and aggressively push for the "SAVE America Act," a controversial bill requiring strict voter ID and proof of citizenship.
Angela After Dark: Sex, Science & The Body
Tonight on Angela After Dark, Dr. Angela Jones breaks down sex, science, and what really happens to your body when you’re aroused. From physical reactions to why intimacy can act like a natural painkiller, this is grown folks’ education with a little after dark flavor.
Tonight on Angela After Dark, Dr. Angela Jones breaks down sex, science, and what really happens to your body when you’re aroused. From physical reactions to why intimacy can act like a natural painkiller, this is grown folks’ education with a little after dark flavor.