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Kaylen Prince in front of a red backdrop

Arts

Amplifying Black Voices in Classical Music

by Houston Defender March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Houston composer Kaylen Prince breaks barriers in classical music through representation.

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News

Black People Respond as U.S. Ranks Low on Global Peace Ranking

by Houston Defender September 25, 2025September 25, 2025

A train passes a petrochemical plant during a tour dubbed a Toxic Tour on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, in Deer Park. The tour will visited sites in and around the geater Houston community In advance of its three-day symposium, "Toward a Better Future: Transforming the Climate Crisis." The goal of the tour is to give participants a further understanding of environmental justice issues.

Climate Justice

Climate Justice, the Houston Way

by Willy Blackmore June 16, 2025June 16, 2025

‘Black Men’s Wellness Day’ Features Lessons, Calls-to-Action

by Houston Defender April 29, 2025April 29, 2025