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Why do we keep quiet? The unpopular yet important topic of depression

N.W.A. ContributorJanuary 21, 2017

Depression is a serious topic, but is also taboo when it comes to the black community. We all know someone who has battled depression time and time again because of life alternating events, such as: loss of a child, a job, a spouse, finances or the feeling of being unloved or unwanted. Yet, seeking help is never an option for many.... Read More...

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Do HBCUs still matter?

N.W.A. ContributorJanuary 21, 2017

There has been a popular debate over the longstanding PWI versus HBCU conversation. Predominately white institutions or PWIs are the institutions that have a student body made up of predominately non-black students. HBCUs, or historically black colleges and universities, serve the black student population in achieving the same success as their white counterparts. What do you think? ... Read More...

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Saltgrass Steakhouse opens first Baytown location

Press ReleaseJanuary 17, 2017

[Sidenote: I am a card-carrying Landry's Select Club member, and my children and I dine at Saltgrass Steakhouse at least twice a month. One of my favorite places, so this is very exciting news for the Baytown area.]... Read More...

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Taraji P. Henson set to play hit woman in new film

N.W.A. ContributorJanuary 15, 2017

The “Empire” star is now set to play an iconic role completely opposite from her mathematician character, Katherine Johnson.... Read More...

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Steve Harvey accused of being “racist,” implies Asian men are unattractive

N.W.A. ContributorJanuary 15, 2017

During a segment on a self-help book called “How to Date White Women: A practical Guide for Asian Men, Harvey made jokes about the Asian community and even implied that women are not attracted to Asian men.... Read More...

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Living Single reboot? We think its a go!

N.W.A. ContributorJanuary 15, 2017

Back in the day, nights after a long day of work were filled with classic black t.v. shows to watch such as Martin, Fresh Prince, Moesha, Hangin’ With Mr.Cooper, The Jamie Foxx Show, among many. Living Single was like the early 90’s version of Girlfriends and watching classic shows that represented black pride in every way shape and form is something we are missing today. But Queen Latifah blessed us with the gem that there may be a reboot in the works. ... Read More...

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