Jonathan Fombonne has been appointed Harris County Attorney, succeeding Christian Menefee and continuing the office’s focus on progressive, effective public law.

Bruno Mars will bring his first global headline stadium tour in nearly a decade, The Romantic Tour, to Houston’s NRG Stadium on April 22, 2026, following the release of his new album.

Harris County voters 65+ or with disabilities can now apply for the Annual Ballot by Mail to receive all 2026 election ballots.

Comedy legend George Lopez brings his live stand-up show to Houston on Friday, February 6, 2026, at NRG, delivering laughs, truth, and unforgettable storytelling.

Houston will host the NCA All-Star National Championship for the first time ever, bringing 65,000 athletes and fans downtown February 27–March 1, 2026.

The Edison Cultural Arts Center officially opened January 5, 2026, transforming a long-vacant space into a vibrant new hub for arts access, education, and community empowerment in Houston.

Houston’s iconic Chevron Houston Marathon returns January 9–11, 2026, bringing sold-out races, brisk winter weather, and a citywide celebration of endurance, culture, and community.

Commissioner Lesley Briones unveiled $33.5 million in new infrastructure investments in Alief as part of the Places 4 People initiative, spotlighting major upgrades to streets, drainage, and flood mitigation designed to create safer, more resilient neighborhoods across Harris County Precinct …

Houston voters head into 2026 facing an unprecedented election cycle—packed with runoffs, primaries, and special elections—that will shape local, state, and national leadership throughout the year

Lifetime premieres Mary J. Blige Presents Be Happy, directed by Gabourey Sidibe, exploring reinvention, love, and midlife transformation.

The Ensemble Theatre presents a compelling stage adaptation of Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye, bringing the landmark novel’s exploration of race, identity, and self-worth to Houston audiences during its 49th season.

Alley Theatre in Houston presents English, a witty and moving play by Sanaz Toossi about five Iranians learning English. Performances run February 13–March 8 in the Neuhaus Theatre.

METRO rail operator Art Belton has safely logged more than one million incident-free miles over a four-decade career, exemplifying the quiet dedication and professionalism that keep Houston moving.

At age 45, Houston grandmother Roshell Brisby returned to college through HCC’s Houston Reconnect Scholarship, proving it’s never too late to finish your degree and pursue bigger dreams.

The historic MLK Unity Parade returns to Downtown Houston on January 19, 2026, uniting generations, cultures, and communities in a powerful celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and Houston’s enduring commitment to unity.