Does priority of well being of a child end at birth?| DefenderNetwork.com
UH student Jade McKissic is one of five bodies recovered from Houston’s bayous.| DefenderNetwork.com
Rapture's coming, maybe. Here's your pre-flight checklist and post-apocalypse to-do list!| DefenderNetwork.com
HISD approved a lower 2025 tax rate, yet rising property values push household bills higher.| DefenderNetwork.com
North Shore quarterback Kaleb Maryland leans on perspective, not pressure, to guide his breakout season.| DefenderNetwork.com
Sharpstown’s Jazmin Cain earns Defender Coach of the Week for inspiring leadership and uplifting girls volleyball.| DefenderNetwork.com
Hilton Houston workers strike for $23 hourly wage, citing rising costs and lack of transparency.| DefenderNetwork.com
Young Houstonians encouraged to engage civically to protect freedoms and shape the future.| DefenderNetwork.com
What have we learned as a nation in the killing of Charlie Kirk?| DefenderNetwork.com
Black athletes face a dilemma in expressing their views on controversial political issues, fearing backlash and cancellation in today's polarized climate.| DefenderNetwork.com
Get an inside look at The Tremaine Jackson Coaches Show, where Prairie View's football coach shares behind-the-scenes insights and connects with fans.| DefenderNetwork.com
Serena Williams shares her experience using GLP-1 medications for weight loss, sparking a conversation about health, stigma, and access to care.| DefenderNetwork.com
Iowa Colony junior Kendal White's volleyball dreams were revived after facing rejection from her club. She found a new club, family, and success on the court.| DefenderNetwork.com
Beyoncé wins her first Emmy for Outstanding Costumes in her Netflix special Beyoncé Bowl, honoring Black culture and her family's fashion legacy.| DefenderNetwork.com
Aldine ISD faces challenges in English I and II results on STAAR EOC exams, with disparities among students of color. Promising trends in math and science.| DefenderNetwork.com
Dr. Ashley Patterson's journey to becoming a physician highlights the challenges faced by Black women in medicine. Efforts are underway to break down barriers.| DefenderNetwork.com
Prairie View's head coach Tremaine Jackson discusses the fierce competition for the starting quarterback position between Cameron Peters and Tevin Carter.| DefenderNetwork.com
Texas House passes Republican-drawn congressional map, advancing mid-decade redistricting push. Democrats fear dilution of minority voting power.| DefenderNetwork.com
Texas redistricting plan sparks political storm as Democrats and Republicans clash over new congressional maps. Democrats vow to fight for fair representation.| DefenderNetwork.com
Experience the transformative power of faith at Houston's first-ever outdoor baptism for the homeless. Renew hope and find second chances.| DefenderNetwork.com
Learn what not to say to a Black mama, or prepare to face her wrath. These are the things you should never utter unless you're ready for a lecture.| DefenderNetwork.com
The Defender Network is Houston's leading Black news source. We educate, empower, entertain, and deliver news and information to the Black Community.| DefenderNetwork.com
Discover the inspiring story of Melanin Minds, a nonprofit organization in Houston that provides mental health support for Black and Hispanic communities.| DefenderNetwork.com