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Stand-up comedy isn’t brutal because the audience is cruel.It’s brutal because the stage tells the truth immediately.In ...
01/17/2026

Stand-up comedy isn’t brutal because the audience is cruel.
It’s brutal because the stage tells the truth immediately.

In this Forward Times feature, Cultural Writer DeVaughn Douglas sits with Houston-based comedian Jeff Shelley to explore what happens before the highlight clips and after the virality fades.

From weekly amateur nights to a growing online audience, Shelley explains why patience, repetition, and silence are essential to the craft.

Read the full article to see why the stage still matters via our website below: https://bit.ly/3YJ0Xkg

For more than 40 years, Houston has gathered in song, reflection, and collective purpose to honor the life and legacy of...
01/16/2026

For more than 40 years, Houston has gathered in song, reflection, and collective purpose to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

This weekend, that tradition continues as Community Music Center of Houston presents its 42nd Annual Musical Tribute, a free, family-friendly celebration featuring orchestral works, spirituals, gospel, spoken word, and modern Black musical expression.

In partnership with Christ Church Cathedral and St. Philip Presbyterian Church, the tribute brings together the Scott Joplin Chamber Orchestra, acclaimed vocalists, choir, and spoken word to uplift Dr. King’s enduring call for justice, unity, and hope.

📍 Performance Details
Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 | 7 PM
Christ Church Cathedral | Downtown Houston

Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026 | 5 PM
St. Philip Presbyterian Church | West Houston

Both performances are free and open to the public. Donations are welcome.

Get all the details in this week's edition of the Forward Times in print across newsstands or on our website using the link below:
https://bit.ly/3Nv7a0z

America no longer wakes up to headlines — it wakes up to fallout.In this in-depth national analysis, Stacy M. Brown repo...
01/16/2026

America no longer wakes up to headlines — it wakes up to fallout.

In this in-depth national analysis, Stacy M. Brown reports on a fatal Immigration and Customs Enforcement shooting in Minneapolis and places it within a broader pattern of domestic escalation and foreign aggression shaping the current political landscape.

As federal officials, city leaders, and state authorities dispute what unfolded, the article raises urgent questions about the use of force, transparency, and who bears the cost when policy turns volatile.

🗞️ Read the full article at https://bit.ly/4bljc6T

118 years of service, scholarship, and sisterhood 💚On Founder’s Day, we honor Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, ...
01/16/2026

118 years of service, scholarship, and sisterhood 💚

On Founder’s Day, we honor Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, founded in 1908 at Howard University, and their continued commitment to community impact.

That legacy was on full display during the “We Are One” MLK Day of Service in North Houston, where Divine Nine organizations came together to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. not just with reflection, but with action.

From thousands of donated essentials to handwritten notes of hope, this was unity in motion.

You can read the full story here: https://bit.ly/49JH4yw

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✍🏾: Chelsea Lenora Small, Forward Times Associate Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

The Houston Texans made franchise history Monday night in Pennsylvania.Facing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadiu...
01/14/2026

The Houston Texans made franchise history Monday night in Pennsylvania.

Facing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium, Houston overcame early offensive struggles and leaned on a lights-out defensive performance to earn a commanding 30–6 victory—marking the team’s first-ever road playoff win.

From fourth-quarter defensive touchdowns to a surge that flipped the game on its head, this win extended the Texans’ streak to 10 games and sent a clear message heading into the next round.

Read Terrance Turner’s full Texans Play by Play recap and breakdown here: https://bit.ly/49lAjE7

Forward Fam! 🏈It’s Playoff Season, and our Houston Texans have their Wildcard Game TONIGHT! Where are y’all watching the...
01/12/2026

Forward Fam! 🏈

It’s Playoff Season, and our Houston Texans have their Wildcard Game TONIGHT!

Where are y’all watching the Texans vs. Steelers tonight? 👀

Let us know in the comments 👇🏽

Houston-area voters will have little downtime at the polls in early 2026.By the end of June, Harris County is expected t...
01/12/2026

Houston-area voters will have little downtime at the polls in early 2026.

By the end of June, Harris County is expected to hold at least five elections, including special elections, runoffs, and the March primary—placing Houston among the most active local election cycles in recent memory.

Several high-stakes races are on the ballot, including the Harris County Judge seat, multiple Houston City Council positions, and a uniquely complex special election in Texas’ 18th Congressional District following the passing of Sylvester Turner.

According to University of Houston political science professor Nancy Sims, while frequent elections can lead to voter fatigue, lower turnout increases the impact of each individual vote—making civic participation more critical than ever.

As election dates approach quickly, residents are encouraged to stay informed and engaged as decisions made in 2026 will shape Houston’s future for years to come.

🗳️ Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4szSIVa

Forward Fam, let us know in the comments: are you planning on voting in the upcoming Special and Midterm elections?

Every January, diet culture resurfaces with louder rules and higher expectations—often framing the body as something to ...
01/10/2026

Every January, diet culture resurfaces with louder rules and higher expectations—often framing the body as something to fix before spring.

In “Breaking Up With Diet Culture: Choosing Health That Lasts,” Forward Times Editir-In-Chief Chelsea Lenora Small reflects on completing the 75 Hard challenge, the clarity it offered, and the deeper realization that followed: discipline without compassion isn’t sustainable.

This piece explores why extreme diets feel appealing, how shame fuels burnout, and what it means to build health that fits into real life—long after January ends.

Read the full article here on our website 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/4qjw95J

Forward Fam, let us know in the comments below: what’s one habit you want to return to—not perfect, just consistent?

In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring call to unity and collective action, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorori...
01/09/2026

In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring call to unity and collective action, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated-Omicron Tau Omega Chapter is once again bringing the Houston community together for its annual We Are One MLK Day of Service.

The drive-through donation event will be held Saturday, January 10, from 9–11 a.m. at Bammel Middle School in North Houston, in partnership with Spring ISD and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Community members are encouraged to donate essential items that will directly support young mothers and individuals experiencing homelessness.

This initiative reflects the heart of MLK Day: service, dignity, and meaningful action.

📖 Read the full article on the Forward Times website here: https://bit.ly/4sEtZiH

The Twenty for 2025: Forward Times’ Top Twenty Albums from Houston Artists is officially here!Have you seen the full lis...
01/09/2026

The Twenty for 2025: Forward Times’ Top Twenty Albums from Houston Artists is officially here!

Have you seen the full list yet? 👀

Check it out now on newsstands and online using the link here: https://bit.ly/4jAYhi7

Forward Fam, let us know in the comments: did we get the list right? 🤔

Who’s your favorite on the list, and who did we miss?

✍🏽: DeVaughn Douglas / Forward Times Cultural Writer

From a winless start to one of the most dangerous teams in the NFL, the Houston Texans’ 2025 season is a reminder that i...
01/08/2026

From a winless start to one of the most dangerous teams in the NFL, the Houston Texans’ 2025 season is a reminder that it’s not how you begin—it’s how you finish.

After opening the year 0–3, Houston surged to a 12–5 record behind a dominant defense, timely offense, and late-game heroics in the season finale against the Indianapolis Colts.

With a No. 5 playoff seed secured, the Texans now head into the postseason with momentum—and history within reach.

Read “From 0–3 to Playoff Contenders: The Houston Texans’ Remarkable 2025 Season” by Forward Times Sports Reporter John Hickman, now on our website.

👉🏾 click the link here to read the full article: https://bit.ly/4aP4BQF

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