INFRASTRUCTURE & RESILIENCE — More than 25,000 Gary residents remain without power 11 days after a powerful derecho swept through Northwest Indiana on August 11, causing widespread damage to utility infrastructure. The extreme weather event, with winds recorded at 99 mph, knocked down trees and power lines across the region. Governor Eric Braun labeled the prolonged outages "unacceptable" as restoration efforts continue. Residents have documented their experiences on social media, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure investment and emergency response coordination. The crisis has exposed vulnerabilities in the city's power grid.
HEALTH EQUITY — Healthcare disparities are real: 71% of Black women aged 18 to 49 and 54% of Black women 50 and older report experiencing at least one negative encounter with a healthcare provider. A new Washington Informer guide provides practical tools for Black women to improve their healthcare experiences by learning to ask critical questions, document interactions, seek second opinions, and find culturally competent providers. Healthcare providers must undergo anti-racism training and cultural competency education to better understand and address the unique needs of Black women. Advocacy is empowerment.
Bay FC welcomes the Houston Dash on Sunday, August 23, marking the club's Black Heritage Match with kickoff at 3 p.m. PT on CBS Sports Network.
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A celebrated Black-owned Houston staple that has anchored the city's food and cultural scene for decades, serving as both a neighborhood staple and destination for visitors seeking authentic soul food and Houston's rich culinary heritage.
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Apply →AfriRock Dance Company is marking a decade of bringing African and African-American dance traditions to Houston audiences, celebrating artistic achievement and community connection through vibrant performances that honor cultural heritage.