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Houston Rockets acquire Kevin Durant from Phoenix Suns, reports say

Kevin Durant · United States

Houston Rockets acquire Kevin Durant from Phoenix Suns, reports say

56% Center coverage: 213 sources

One of the NBA’s most accomplished scorers is on the move yet again.The Phoenix Suns are trading forward Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, according to multiple reports. The Suns will receive Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in Wednesday's draft as well as a slew of future picks in exchange for Durant, according to ESPN and The Athletic.See the Story

Texas Governor Vetoes Bill that Would Ban All THC Products

Greg Abbott · Austin

Texas Governor Vetoes Bill that Would Ban All THC Products

57% Center coverage: 119 sources

Scott Turner Brings Power and Purpose to Houston: HUD Secretary Joins Mayor Whitmire for Resilience Initiative Following Disasters

Housing · Houston

Scott Turner Brings Power and Purpose to Houston: HUD Secretary Joins Mayor Whitmire for Resilience Initiative Following Disasters

91% Center coverage: 11 sources

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story June 25, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a powerful show of unity and recovery, newly appointed U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner joined Houston Mayor John Whitmire on June 24, 2025, at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center for a landmark announcement focused on post-disaster resilience and equity. The event unveiled the City of Houston’s Power Protect…See the Story

Habits and lingo that grow financially literate Black youth

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Open the article to view the coverage from DefenderNetwork.comUnited States · United States See the Story

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Brings Surge in Traffic at Houston Airports

83% Center coverage: 6 sources

It will be a busy weekend for Houston airports as a surge of fans are flying into town ahead of Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour this weekend.Beyoncé · Paris See the Story

How can parents, students pay for college in 2025?

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

For students (and their parents) seeking to pay for college to begin or further their educational journeys, 2025 will present far more financial hurdles than in past years. This begs the question: How will these students and their parents raise the necessary funding? What strategies are being deployed by students (and their parents) who plan to be college freshmen in Fall 2025? Financial hurdles Here are some sobering realities per Inside Higher…Austin, Texas · Austin Read Article

Six figures isn’t rich if you’re the safety net

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

When Danielle Carter landed a six-figure job as an attorney at a mid-size Houston firm, she thought she had “made it.” But nearly a decade into her career, her bank account tells a different story. “I make $120,000 a year, but I still live paycheck to paycheck,” she admits. “After rent, student loans, helping my mom with her mortgage, paying for my nephew’s after-school care and sending money to my cousin who’s in nursing school, I barely have …Houston, Texas · Houston Read Article

Smart ways to bounce back financially after a job loss

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Layoffs can happen to anyone, from tech workers to government employees. Job security feels more uncertain than ever in 2025. The emotional and financial fallout from losing a job can hit hard, especially for Black and Brown families already carrying the weight of economic disparities. But financial recovery is possible. With a steady plan, clear priorities and community support, you can regain your footing. Here’s a deeper look at how to boun…Layoffs · Houston Read Article

Using credit as a tool, not a trap

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

In today’s fast-moving world, credit can be your financial best friend—or your worst enemy. For many in Houston’s Black community, credit has often been associated with stress, rejection or predatory traps. But financial experts say it’s time to shift that narrative. Used wisely, credit can open doors to homeownership, education, business expansion and long-term wealth. Experts say credit is more than borrowing, it’s about building. Credit: to…Houston, Texas · Houston Read Article

Black Houston shares financial moves to avoid

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Defender readers share that financial wellness is as much about what not to do as it is what moves to make. Credit: Ibrahim Nkrumah-Boateng on Unsplash. With troubling economic times upon us and financial analysts predicting more storms to come, now is as good a time as any to get your financial game plan in order. Such a plan of action, however, is not merely about what financial moves you need to make; it’s just as much about those financial h…Houston, Texas · Houston Read Article

How to Navigate Down Payments as a First-Time Black Homebuyer in Houston

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Black potential first-time homebuyers who dream of owning a home often stop at the first step: Saving up for a down payment. Despite the availability of down payment assistance programs at the city, county and state levels, many homebuyers face systemic challenges, such as low wages, lack of intergenerational wealth and knowledge gaps, which keep them from owning a home. LaTisha Grant, owner and real estate broker at TAS Realty Group, believes…Houston, Texas · Houston See the Story

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