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May 16, 2021May 16, 2021

Mayor Turner becomes president of African American Mayors Association

Mayor Sylvester Turner of Houston, Texas was sworn in (virtually) Tuesday as the new President of the African American Mayors Association (AAMA), taking over for...

by Staff

May 10, 2021May 13, 2021

Business Community

Local CEO hosts Mother’s Day brunch for other women-owned businesses, community leaders

Alabaster Inc., Consulting Firm gave 11 deserving female business owners and community leaders a chance to come together with like-minded women for a Mother’s Day...

by Alexandria Green-Jones

Business Community Education Lifestyle Local National News Technology

Side Hustle University: 7 ways to bring in extra income

By: Nevaeh Richardson As a college student trying to gain independence from being in my parents’ house, I’m always looking for ways to earn extra...

by Staff May 10, 2021May 13, 2021

Community Education Family Health & Wellness Lifestyle

Tips to raise Earth-conscious kids

(StatePoint) Children are never too young to learn the importance of sustainability or begin adopting eco-friendly habits, and experts say it all starts with playtime....

by Staff May 8, 2021May 9, 2021

Community Health & Wellness National News

African American celebrities push for Black community to get vaccinated but many are still hesitant

By: Kiara Patterson As the number of vaccinated Americans continues to rise at a positive rate there is still a heavy concern for the African...

by Staff May 5, 2021May 7, 2021

Community Education Family Local News

Shaquille O’Neal’s son commits to Houston HBCU Texas Southern University

By: Nevaeh Richardson You read the title. That’s right folks, Shaqir O’Neal, son of basketball Hall of Famer, Shaquille O’Neal, will be joining the mighty...

by Staff May 4, 2021May 6, 2021

Community Education Local News

Salute!Benjamin Crump to deliver Texas Southern University’s commencement address

There could be no better speaker at no better time. Raise your fists in the air, Texas Southern University because this is sure to be...

by Editor-in-Chief May 3, 2021May 4, 2021

Community Local National News

Derek Chauvin found guilty & George Floyd changed the world

In the words of the Rev. Al Sharpton during a press conference after the verdict was read: “Let us pray.” Prayers have been answered and...

by Editor-in-Chief April 20, 2021May 4, 2021

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‘Ready to Love’ new Houston cast, fans mingle at ‘Bar 5015’ watch party

Bayou Beat News was an official sponsor of the "The Ready to Love" watch party.

by Virginia Howard-Jackson April 16, 2021May 4, 2021

Community Entertainment Local News

Gone too soon! Houston mourns R&B Princess JaeRene

The city of Houston is feeling a major loss after one of its greatest talents was killed by a drunk driver Wednesday. Known as Houston’s...

by Alexandria Green-Jones April 10, 2021April 18, 2021

Community National News

Despite past differences, will Blacks unite with Asians to create a movement?

For the past year, the African American community has led the charge in fighting against racism and equality, but the recent COVID-19 pandemic has shifted...

by Alexandria Green-Jones March 19, 2021March 23, 2021

Community Local News

Magnolia ISD: Racist messages addressing ‘Coons, Jews’ sent to students after accounts hacked

Magnolia ISD sent a letter of apology to parents and staff after racist and threatening messages targeting African American and Jewish students were sent from...

by Editor-in-Chief March 8, 2021March 9, 2021