SXSW 2024: Performer uses music to amplify Indigenous voices
One artist performing at SXSW will be singing to represent her indigenous culture. Her voice, also, a call to action to see more diverse representation at big events like SXSW.
SXSW 2024: New documentary looks at iconic Atlanta street party
“Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" premiered at SXSW, chronicling the history of the Freaknik, a street party dating back to the 1980s that drew thousands to Atlanta, Georgia, during spring break.
Lily Gladstone’s awards show run for ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ makes history
Lily Gladstone didn’t win the Oscar Sunday night for Best Actress, but her achievements this awards season have still made history.
Women in STEM: NASA administrator says 'come join us'
For the women who find themselves "a little obsessed" with space and wonder if there’s a career in it for you, NASA wants you to "come join us."
North Face offers discount for customers who take 'Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion' course
The North Face offers a discount to customers if they take the hour-long course and agree to take part in racial justice activism.
Women’s History Month 2024 celebrates advocates for ‘equity, diversity and inclusion’
Women's History Month is a time to honor the women who have made important sacrifices and contributions to society in both the past and present.
First Baptist Church NBC welcomes youngest-ever pastor
First Baptist Church NBC has welcomed its youngest-ever pastor and will soon welcome a new name to continue its nearly 160-year history.
Texas CROWN Act: Barbers Hill ISD student loses hair ban dispute
Texas’s CROWN Act does not apply to hair length, a judge determined Thursday, ruling in favor of the Barbers Hill Independent School District.
CROWN Act: Where national efforts for legislation stand
The CROWN Act is at the center of a trial involving Darryl George, a Black high school student, and a Texas school district over his hairstyle, which led to his suspension from school.
Black History Month: UT exhibit showcases historic emancipation documents
UT Austin is honoring Black History Month with a new exhibit showcasing the official documents slaves were given when they were freed, and the legal journey to emancipation.
Woman of color serving as interim Austin police chief after 27 years of service
A woman of color is serving in the highest position of leadership at the Austin Police Department. Interim chief of police Robin Henderson has been with APD for almost 27 years.
Female umpire Jen Pawol gets MLB spring training assignment
Jen Pawol is on the verge of becoming Major League Baseball’s first female umpire after securing a spring training assignment.
Black History Month 2024 theme: African Americans’ influence on the arts in the US
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
Smithville High offers more coding opportunities for students
Smithville High School is offering courses and a new club to encourage female students to get interested in coding and computer science.
Texas Supreme Court hears arguments on SB 14
SB 14 is a bill which was passed into law last year that makes it illegal for children to undergo any gender transition or reassignment treatment.
Full Recap: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Service 2024
Thousands of people gathered in-person and online to experience the 56th Martin Luther King Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.
Supreme Court declines to intervene in transgender bathroom debate
The Supreme Court on Tuesday passed up a chance to intervene in the debate over bathrooms for transgender students, rejecting an appeal from an Indiana public school district.
MLK Day Service 2024: Watch the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service
Here's how you can watch the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service live.
MLK Day 2024: 10 timeless Martin Luther King Jr. quotes to honor civil rights icon
The reverend and civil rights icon would have turned 95 this year.
Lululemon founder Chip Wilson slams company's 'whole diversity and inclusion thing'
“You’ve got to be clear that you don’t want certain customers coming in,” former CEO Chip Wilson told Forbes.