Christian Menefee Aims to Bring Experience and Leadership to Congress
Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee brings his bipartisan experience, public health initiatives, and community-focused leadership to his campaign for Texas’ 18th Congressional District, emphasizing environmental justice, healthcare reform, and economic equity.
Nicholas Payton Brings New Orleans Brilliance to Houston for One Night Only
Friday, November 14, 2025 | 8:00 PM | Wortham Theater Center’s Cullen Theater
Experience the electrifying sounds of Grammy-winning trumpet virtuoso Nicholas Payton live in Houston! A night of jazz, soul, and modern funk awaits on November 14 at the Wortham Theater Center.
Raising Cane’s Launches Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Cup and Haunted VR Experience
Raising Cane’s is turning up the spooky fun! Grab a glow-in-the-dark Halloween cup, explore a haunted VR experience, and unlock treats all month long.
Fort Bend County Libraries to Host Annual Book Festival on November 15
Celebrate books, authors, and community at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Annual Book Festival! Meet featured author Amanda Churchill, enjoy live Yosakoi dance, kids’ activities, author meet-and-greets, and more on November 15 at George Memorial Library.
We've Crossed the First Tipping Point. All of America Will Pay the Price.
Coral reefs are dying—and the consequences reach far beyond our coasts
As coral reefs collapse in what scientists call the first irreversible climate tipping point, Ben Jealous reflects on the lessons of the ocean—from his childhood at the Monterey Bay Aquarium to today’s urgent warning that humanity is running out of time to act.
Building a Dream: Houston Unites to Support Affordable Housing and Hope for All Annual Houston Habitat for Humanity Luncheon Honors Joel Deretchin for a Lifetime of Impact
Under the glittering chandeliers of The Post Oak Hotel, more than 360 Houston leaders gathered for Houston Habitat for Humanity’s Building a Dream Luncheon, honoring Joel Deretchin’s decades of service and celebrating the power of community to make homeownership possible for all.
Global Leaders Unite at the Women in the Fast Lane of STEAM Luncheon: A Celebration of Innovation, Fashion, and Global Sisterhood
Houston shined on the global stage as the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce hosted its dazzling Women in the Fast Lane of STEAM Luncheon, Style Show & Shopping Experience, celebrating women driving innovation, leadership, and style. This year’s event marked a historic collaboration with international leaders from Paris and hinted at taking the celebration to France next year
Fort Bend District Clerk Beverley McGrew Walker Reaffirms Commitment to Passport Services for Fort Bend County Residents
Fort Bend County District Clerk Beverley McGrew Walker reassures residents that all county passport offices remain open and fully staffed amid national disruptions — and announces a community Passport Fair on October 25 to make travel services even more accessible.
Prairie View A&M University Gears Up for Hillmatic Homecoming Week
Prairie View A&M University celebrates Hillmatic Homecoming with a week of Panther pride, tailgates, concerts, and the big game.
O.S.T. Liquor Store Launches University-Themed Double Cup Cocktail Kits for Homecoming Week
O.S.T. Liquor Store brings Homecoming Week to life with university-themed Grab-and-Go Double Cup Cocktail Kits, perfect for tailgates, alumni gatherings, and celebrating school spirit across Houston.
Galveston’s Haunted Harbor Tours Expand Schedule for Halloween Season
Ghosts, Storms, and Sunken Secrets Await on the Island’s Most Haunted Cruise
Set sail into Galveston’s ghostly past this Halloween season with Haunted Harbor Tours — a one-hour nighttime cruise through the island’s most haunted waters, shipwrecks, and maritime legends
Menefee and Edwards Lead Tight Race for Texas’ 18th Congressional District Ahead of Early Voting
With early voting starting October 20, Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee and former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards lead a crowded field in the special election for Texas’ 18th Congressional District, signaling a likely runoff on November 4.
Porscha Brown Appointed Executive Director of Harris County’s Managed Assigned Counsel Program
Harris County has appointed Porscha Brown as Executive Director of the Managed Assigned Counsel Program, reinforcing the county’s commitment to fair and effective legal representation for residents who cannot afford private counsel.
Harris County Offers Free Help for Medicare Enrollment During Open Enrollment Period
Harris County residents can get free help reviewing and updating their Medicare coverage for 2026. Assistance is available in-person, virtually, and by phone. Open enrollment ends December 7.
Daikin and Houston Astros Host Big League Experience Youth Baseball Clinic
Houston kids ages 7–14 can step up to the plate this fall! The Big League Experience at Daikin Park on November 8 offers pitching, batting, base-running drills, and a chance to meet Astros pitcher Spencer Arrighetti. Spots are limited—register starting October 22.
Hermann Park Conservancy Invites Houston to Fall Fitness Events Supporting the Park
Get active this fall and support Houston’s beloved green space! Join the Park to Port Bike Ride on October 25 or Run in the Park on November 8—fun for all ages and fitness levels. Register now and help sustain Hermann Park.
Broadway Musical Water for Elephants Heads to Houston’s Hobby Center in January 2026
Experience the magic of the circus on stage! Water for Elephants, the critically acclaimed Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, comes to Houston’s Hobby Center January 27–February 1, 2026.
HOPE Releases First National Report on Economic Status of Latinas
HOPE releases its first national report on Latinas’ economic and leadership progress, highlighting strong workforce participation, rising entrepreneurship, and a persistent $1.7 million lifetime wage gap for Texas Latinas.
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort Kicks Off the Holidays with First Annual Tree Lighting and Extravaganza
Looking for a festive Hill Country getaway? The newly renovated Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort in San Antonio is lighting up the season with its first-ever Holiday Extravaganza — featuring live reindeer, s’mores by the fire, Santa’s grand arrival in a red Ferrari, and more family fun all season long.
Roxanne Orsak Makes History as First Woman President of H-E-B
H-E-B just made Texas history. For the first time in its 120-year legacy, the beloved San Antonio grocer has appointed a woman president. Roxanne Orsak, who began as a store trainee in 1988, will take the helm in January 2026 — a full-circle moment honoring the company’s founding by Florence Butt in 1905.
