Clipse brought their ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ Tour to The Bomb Factory in Dallas, accompanied by EARTHGANG, and put on an exceptional show for the capacity crowd, proving that their reunion was worth the wait.
Author Archives: Jerry L. Hawkins
Jerry L. Hawkins is an artist, educator, archivist, historian, Presidential Leadership Scholar, and Executive Producer and Narrator for the “Recovering The Stories: Exploring the History and Resilience in Dallas Communities” PBS/KERA Documentary Series. Jerry was formerly the Founding Project Director of Bachman Lake Together, and the Founding Executive Director of Dallas Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation. You can email Jerry at jerry@dallasweekly.com.
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Clipse Are The Most Important Musicians in 2025. This is Why.
Clipse brought their ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ Tour to Dallas, featuring a mix of new and old songs, accompanied by a visual display of Black archival images and cultural iconography, and a tribute to their late parents.
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Federal Compliance or Federal Concession?
The City of Dallas is hosting community engagement meetings to discuss the potential loss of federal funding due to President Trump’s executive orders, and residents are expressing frustration over the city’s compliance with the orders.
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From Forest Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Originally published with our media partner, Dallas Free Press The election of Elsie Faye Heggins to the Dallas City Council in 1980 signaled a massive change to Dallas’ political environment, […]
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“At the Pan-African Connection” Premieres in Dallas on May 17
Anthony Asota’s documentary “At the Pan-African Connection” explores the history of the Pan-African Connection bookstore in Dallas, the state of Black America’s socioeconomic progress, and the filmmaker’s own journey from Freedman Town’s Roseland Townhomes to around the world.
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Will AI Close or Widen the Digital Gap? The Impact on Dallas Public Education
Dallas ISD is integrating AI into the classroom to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment, while also addressing concerns over equity, bias, and the potential impact on students, with the goal of creating a fair and inclusive environment.
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The City of Dallas, Communities of Color and Future of Artificial Intelligence Integration
The City of Dallas’ Chief Data Officer and Chief Information Officer presented an update on the city’s plans to integrate artificial intelligence, which includes the use of facial recognition technology by the police department, raising concerns about bias and privacy.
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Who Will Preserve the History of Black Women in South Dallas? Honoring the Archival Work of Marilyn Clark
Marilyn Clark is a legend and master archivist who has been preserving and sharing the history of South Dallas for decades, and is currently working to preserve the legacy of Black women in the area.
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Artificial Intelligence, Hip-Hop and Education
The D.O.C. has big plans for young people and digital equity in Dallas, including the non-profit platform, DOC Cares, and the Dreams Experience Academy, which provides practical skills and pathways into high-growth creative and STEM-based industries.
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Bobbi Humphrey: A South Dallas Journey
Bobbi Humphrey, a legendary flutist, writer, poet, photographer, educator, activist, and record label owner, has had a profound impact on music and has been recognized by Billboard as the Best Female Instrumentalist in 1976.