Dallas-based philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson was recently enstooled as a Queen Mother in Ghana and appointed as a Tourism Ambassador for Diaspora Affairs to foster economic and cultural ties between the nation and the United States.
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A Constituent Questions Crockett’s Use of a Congressional Recognition
A constituent criticized U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and State Rep. Venton Jones for presenting a congressional recognition to singer Chris Brown, arguing that the gesture prioritized celebrity over accountability for his history of violence and missed an opportunity for voter mobilization.
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A Generational Investment in Public Safety
Dallas has broken ground on a new Dallas Police Department Law Enforcement Training Center at the University of North Texas at Dallas, a $100 million project funded by public and private sources to modernize police training.
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Texas Legislator Venton Jones Celebrates Marriage to Partner Gregory Scott
Texas State Representative Venton Jones announced his marriage to Gregory D. Scott Jr., following a proposal made on the floor of the Texas House of Representatives.
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NCTRCA Hosts MET Gala Inspired Event to Empower Small Business Ecosystems
The North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency hosted its annual gala, featuring keynote speaker Mikki Taylor, to advocate for intentional and sustained support of Black-owned businesses.
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Dr. Brandy Alfred Named New CEO of Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League
The Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League appointed Dr. Brandy Alfred as its new chief executive officer to lead efforts in workforce development and economic equity across North Texas.
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Why I voted for Nat Ford to lead DART
By Randall Bryant, DART Board Chair Leaders in every profession know that good talent is hard to find and great talent is almost impossible. Nathaniel “Nat” Ford, Sr., the incoming […]
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DART Selects Nathaniel P. Ford Sr. To Lead Transit Agency
The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors appointed Nathaniel P. Ford Sr., formerly the CEO of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, as the agency’s next president and chief executive officer in a 9-4 vote.
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Christopher Wagley to Lead Resource Center as New CEO
Christopher Wagley has been appointed as the new CEO of Resource Center, a national LGBTQIA+ nonprofit organization, succeeding CeCe Cox who is set to retire in early 2027.
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More Than a Celebration: Live Music Collective Showcases the Future of Black Arts and Culture
The Live Music Collective transformed Deep Ellum into more than a Juneteenth celebration—it became a showcase of Black artistic excellence, community wellness and civic engagement. From live music and movement to the next generation of civil rights advocates through the Lee Merritt Fellowship, the event demonstrated how culture continues to inspire, educate and shape the future.
