African Community News
Talarico Teams With Beto O’Rourke To Target Drag Shows And Black Churches For Senate Bid
James Talarico joined Beto O’Rourke’s Powered by People for strategy sessions targeting drag shows and Black churches while opposing voter ID. Read More
Dallas ExpressJuly 8, 2026
Book Review: “Kinship & Community”
Lauren Moya Ford writes about a new book featuring more than 150 photographs from the Texas African American Photography Archive. Read More
Lauren Moya FordJuly 6, 2026
The Black Suburban Dream is Now Leading to a New Wave of Gentrification
As the wealth gap grows within Black communities, wealthier Black people are displacing low-income ones. Read More
Adam MahoneyJuly 6, 2026
Texas Black Invitational Rodeo, benefiting the African American Museum, returns to Fair Park Coliseum July 25
With proceeds benefiting the African American Museum, this beloved family-fun tradition pays tribute to the late cowboy legend Cleo Hearn and celebrates the...
North Texas e-NewsJuly 2, 2026
The Official Site of Professional Fighters League
Professional Fighters League (PFL) is a global powerhouse in MMA, and is the fastest-growing sports league worldwide. PFL hosts premium MMA events across...
pflmma.comJune 29, 2026
Meet Cherice Williams of National Black MBA Association DFW Chapter
Today we’d like to introduce you to Cherice Williams. So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give...
Local StoriesJune 26, 2026
Texas Observes Juneteenth
Texas Observes JuneteenthJuneteenth, celebrated on June 19, is the name given to Emancipation Day by African Americans in Texas. On that day in...
tsl.texas.govJune 26, 2026
African American Museum hosts 37th Texas Black Invitational Rodeo
The 37th Texas Black Invitational Rodeo will take place on July 25th at the Fair Park Coliseum in Dallas, featuring competitions for cash...
Yolonda WilliamsJune 22, 2026
Juneteenth celebration held at Texas African American Museum
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KETK.com | FOX51.comJune 20, 2026
‘Oxtail King’ headlines Texas African American Museum Juneteenth celebration in Tyler
The smell of smoke is already filling MLK Street in north Tyler. Read More
Zorrie JonesJune 19, 2026
Historic sites across Galveston tell the story of Juneteenth and Texas black history
GALVESTON, TEX.— As the nation prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence next month, residents and historians in Galveston are reflecting...
KTENJune 19, 2026
Documenting Black History Through Historic Texas Trees
The Black Heritage Tree Project recognizes 32 trees across Texas as silent witnesses to history Read More
Sarah ThurmondJune 19, 2026
Documenting Black History Through Historic Texas Trees
The Black Heritage Tree Project recognizes 32 trees across Texas as silent witnesses to history Read More
Sarah ThurmondJune 19, 2026
Bridge North Texas and Black Faith Coalition launch voter power campaign across Dallas
DALLAS—Over two weekends in June, Bridge North Texas and the Black Faith Coalition brought together faith leaders, labor organizers, and community activists for...
Stu BeckerJune 18, 2026
Bridge North Texas and Black Faith Coalition launch voter power campaign across Dallas
DALLAS—Over two weekends in June, Bridge North Texas and the Black Faith Coalition brought together faith leaders, labor organizers, and community activists for...
Stu BeckerJune 18, 2026
How Black Union soldiers made Juneteenth possible
The U.S. Colored Troops were among the first to arrive in Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation—yet their story has long been overlooked. Read...
@NatGeoJune 17, 2026
Carver Museum’s Juneteenth exhibits examine Black history, freedom
As Austin celebrates Juneteenth, the George Washington Carver Museum explores slavery, emancipation and Black Texas history through artifacts and art. Read More
Ana GutierrezJune 16, 2026
African American museum presents Mandela: The Official Exhibition
Coinciding with the 2026 World Cup, the African American Museum of Dallas presents Mandela: The Official Exhibition. Read More
Alyda MuelaJune 13, 2026
Oak Cliff church Friendship-West Baptist celebrates 50 years
Friendship-West Baptist Church, a Black megachurch Oak Cliff, is celebrating its 50th anniversary Sunday, with pastoral outreach planned throughout the year. Read More
Isabella VolmertJune 12, 2026
Painting “Intentionally” Defaced at Museum of African American Culture
The Houston institution said Clarence Heyward's self-portrait "Man in the Garden" (2025) was deliberately vandalized by visitors. Read More
HyperallergicJune 11, 2026
The infectious diseases that experts worry could spread during the World Cup
Officials are less worried about viruses in the headlines, and more concerned about illnesses like measles and dengue, as well as covid-19 and...
Lena H. SunJune 10, 2026
The Blueprint for Banning DEI: How Texas Is Using Department Consolidation to Reshape Higher Ed
Some faculty members say it is a politically-motivated, top-down defunding of teaching and research that centers issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and...
Shawntal Z. Brown, Ph.D.May 27, 2026
Dallas Revival Conference Sparks New Vision for Black Churches
By Terry Allen NDG Special Contributor More than 200 ministers, pastors, lay leaders, church advocates, nonprofit leaders, communications professionals and community influencers gathered...
NDG StaffMay 13, 2026
Black church leaders learn worship wisdom at institute
Junius B. Dotson Institute for Worship and Music in the Black Church and Beyond and SBC21 team up for “Shifting the Atmosphere” conference. Read...
United Methodist News ServiceMay 13, 2026
African American Museum Unveils First of Many Big Upgrades in Multiyear Plan
In the midst of an exciting new chapter, the African American Museum of Dallas is strengthening its conservation efforts to build a digital...
Rhema Joy BellMay 8, 2026
Masai Ujiri, Giants of Africa unite African Diaspora in Toronto
Presented by TD, with supporting partner Wellington Advocacy, ‘AfriCAN: Advancing Africa Together’, was held at the Steam Whistle Brewery Event Space in Toronto. Read...
Kweku LawrenceMay 7, 2026
Missionary helps African American pastors strengthen churches, ministries in Dallas
DALLAS (BP)--He used to "play the preacher" after church for his brothers and sister."Back then the preacher would really preach and sweat and...
https://facebook.com/baptistpressMay 7, 2026
Meet Sabrina Conner of BRIDGE Black Professionals
Today we’d like to introduce you to Sabrina Conner. Sabrina, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started...
Local StoriesMay 6, 2026
University of Houston Students Preserve Legacy of Black Cowboys in Texas Through New Oral Archive Initiative
A new University of Houston oral history project is documenting the stories of Black cowboys and cowgirls in Texas for a permanent public...
Kelly SchaflerMay 1, 2026
‘Come and make the ask’: Talarico faces a test with Black voters in Texas
Democrats’ hopes of taking Texas ride on the state’s nearly 3 million Black voters, many of whom supported Jasmine Crockett in the primary. Read...
Samuel Benson,Cheyanne M. DanielsApril 26, 2026
Celebrating 140 years: Historic Oak Cliff church plans block party
In a Dallas neighborhood where historic homes have dwindled, one Oak Cliff church is celebrating 140 years of serving the Tenth Street community. Read...
Aria JonesApril 23, 2026
Ellis County African American Hall of Fame Museum and Library 2026 induction
ELLIS COUNTY - The Ellis County African American Hall of Fame Museum and Library held its 2026 annual induction last month honoring community...
Texas Metro NewsApril 9, 2026
Mapping the Black United Methodist pilgrimage
The Rev. Bonnie McCubbin, a historian, details the long road — with some setbacks and detours — for Black Methodists to get full...
United Methodist News ServiceApril 1, 2026
Women Breaking Ground Blends Housing, Wellness, and Education in University Hills Vision
The developer collective Women Breaking Ground is embarking on an ambitious project to deliver live-work-learn-play opportunities to southern Dallas. Read More
Charles GrandMarch 30, 2026
Aperture Releases Kinship & Community: Selections from the Texas African American Photography Archive
Aperture releases Kinship & Community: Selections from the Texas African American Photography Archive, publication including new photo essay by artist Rahim Fortune celebrates...
ApertureMarch 27, 2026
Black School Counselors: A Vital but Dwindling Resource for Students
Black school guidance counselors are needed to provide culturally relevant support to Black students, but their numbers are declining, leaving many students without...
Joshua WilbornMarch 23, 2026
Black Business: African American Male Wellness Agency
Black Business: African American Male Wellness Agency Read More
Texas Metro NewsMarch 23, 2026
CAAM | Kinship & Community: Selections from the Texas African American Photography Archive
Presented at Art + Practice 3401 W. 43rd Place Los Angeles, CA 90008 Throughout the twentieth century, nearly every small town in the...
CAAMinLAMarch 20, 2026
Association of Zambians in Dallas–Fort Worth (AZDFW)
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adfwhubMarch 19, 2026
Council of Ghanaian Associations DFW (COGA-DFW)
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adfwhubMarch 19, 2026
West Africa–America Chamber of Commerce & Industries (WAACCI)
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adfwhubMarch 19, 2026
What Black Women Voters Want from James Talarico After the Texas Democratic Primary
Interviews with Black women voters suggest party unity alone may not be enough to carry State Rep. James Talarico in his bid for...
N.C. GreeneMarch 6, 2026
African American Museum Dallas Hosts National Gathering of Black Artists and Collectors
African American Museum Dallas Hosts National Gathering of Black Artists and Collectors Southwest Black Art Show Returns to Dallas April 25–26, 2026 The...
Black Art In America™ Gallery & GardensMarch 2, 2026
Project sparked by community of Black women developers coming to southern Dallas
A group of women developers is planning a development in a South Dallas neighborhood near where many of them grew up. Read More
Neal FranklinMarch 1, 2026
Afrofuturism Explored: Texas A&M Hosts Free Conference on African Diaspora and Technology
Discover Afrofuturism through panels, performances and presentations spanning art and academia Read More
Desiree IbarraFebruary 27, 2026
Four Key Lessons from HKS Panel on Black Professionals’ Presence, Influence and Impact on Design
Four key lessons from HKS leaders on the presence, influence and impact of Black professionals in design and architecture. Read More
Danielle CelmerFebruary 24, 2026
UT’s restructuring makes Texas less inclusive and more divided
A recent announcement to effectively end Mexican American Studies and related fields of study at UT came without meaningful discussion with those most...
Alicia Perez-HodgeFebruary 24, 2026
Historic marker to honor first African American Masonic lodge in Texas
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Andrea CardenFebruary 23, 2026
Texas Black Sports Hall of Famers announced
NFL coach Lovie Smith, former NBA player C.J. Miles and the late trailblazing college coach Robert “Snake” LeGrand are among 14 honorees; four-time NBA All-Star and longtime...
Texas Metro NewsFebruary 23, 2026
What City in Texas Has the Most Nigerians?
By Segun Dukeh The Guardian https://guardian.ng/ Welcome! I’m thrilled you’ve found your way to this comprehensive exploration of Nigerian settlement patterns across the...
Texas Metro NewsFebruary 17, 2026
The Evolution and Challenges of the Black Church in America
The Black Church has been a source of hope, resilience, and community for generations, but its relevance and influence have been questioned by...
The Afro, Word In BlackFebruary 16, 2026
The Trees That Bear Witness to Black History
Across the African diaspora, Black Heritage Trees stand as living witnesses to slavery, resistance, and freedom. Read More
@atmosmagFebruary 16, 2026
What’s the history of gender and ethnic studies at UT?
Though conservative critics have become increasingly vocal against the fields in recent years, ethnic and gender studies are not new fields. Read More
Lily KepnerFebruary 16, 2026
PJC African American Club Invites Community to Attend Informational Session with Texas Ranger Gregory Wilson
February 12, 2026 - Paris, Texas — The Paris Junior College African American Club invites students, faculty, staff, and members of the community...
Matt JansonFebruary 13, 2026
UT Restructures Liberal Arts College, Targets Gender, Ethnic Studies
The University of Texas at Austin on Thursday announced plans to shutter seven departments in the College of Liberal Arts devoted to ethnicity,...
John BridgesFebruary 12, 2026
UT Austin closes African and African Diaspora Studies department amid political pressure
The University of Texas plans to consolidate African and African Diaspora Studies with other identity-based programs. Read More
Janeé BoldenFebruary 12, 2026
UT to consolidate ethnic, gender studies after anti-liberal pressure
Affected departments include those that focus on African and African Diaspora Studies, Mexican American Studies, Women and Gender Studies and American Studies. Read More
Lily KepnerFebruary 12, 2026
