Black women are paying close attention to the Oscars this year, as the portrayals of Black women in two leading Best Picture contenders, “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners,” have sparked a firestorm of conversations about the cultural influence of how Black women are depicted on screen and how it shapes policy debates and funding decisions.
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Posted inSports
From the Field to the Community: Kristopher Price and the Mission Behind the Dtown Steelers
For Kristopher Price, youth sports have always meant more than touchdowns and championships. Growing up in Dallas, the lessons he learned on the football field shaped the direction of his life. […]
Posted inHealth
Prism Health North Texas to Expand HIV Prevention Efforts for Black and Latina Women
Prism Health North Texas has been awarded $400,000 in funding from the Gilead Foundation to hire a Community Health Worker to provide HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services to Black and Latina women in Dallas County.
Posted inCommunity
Destiny Takes Center Stage: Misty Copeland Inspires Dallas at St. Philip’s Destiny Award Luncheon
Over 1,000 supporters gathered at the Omni Hotel Dallas to celebrate the 26th annual Destiny Award Luncheon, featuring ballerina Misty Copeland, to raise funds for St. Philip’s School & Community Center and honor Dallas philanthropist Fredye Factor.
Posted inBusiness
National Urban League Expands to North Texas with New Affiliate
The Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League, the 93rd affiliate of the National Urban League, was officially launched this week, with the goal of expanding economic mobility across the region through workforce development, entrepreneurship programs, and advocacy.
Posted inOpinion
PLEASE READ BEFORE SPENDING A BILLION DOLLARS!!
The Dallas City Council is considering a report on the future of City Hall, which estimates it would cost between $900 million to $1.4 billion to modernize the building, and suggests that demolishing the building and using the land for redevelopment would be a better use of tax dollars.
Posted inCommunity
Turning Pages and Building Futures: McDonald’s Marks 10 Years of the African American Read-In in Arlington
The Dallas chapter of the National Black McDonald’s Owner Operators Association celebrated the 10th anniversary of its annual African American Read-In with a family-centered event at McDonald’s, promoting literacy and providing free books, Happy Meals, and photo opportunities with Grimace.
Posted inFinance
When $250 Keeps You in Jail: The Personal Story Behind a National Bail Showdown
The Bail Project is a nonprofit organization that helps legally innocent people awaiting trial by providing bail assistance, court reminders, and transportation, and has supported more than 40,000 people since its founding.
Posted inArt
How the Mavericks Used Art to Honor Black History and Uplift Young Creators
The Dallas Mavericks honored five North Texas student artists for their digital artwork reflecting Black history, unity, representation and cultural legacy during their 2026 Black History Month Art Contest.
Posted inBlack History
Truth, Humor and History: Michael Harriot Brings Black AF History to Dallas
Michael Harriot’s book Black AF History was discussed at a Texas Organizing Project event, where the importance of reclaiming Black history and organizing for the future was emphasized.