Houston's The Ensemble Theatre celebrates its 50th season with six powerful productions, expanded educational programming, and a yearlong series of special events honoring its legacy of African American storytelling and community impact.

Houston's fifth annual Black Like That Community Festival celebrated Black queer excellence through live music, cultural performances, community engagement, health initiatives, and recognition of local leaders advancing equity and inclusion.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is hailing the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark birthright citizenship ruling as a beacon of hope for immigrant families, saying the decision reaffirms a constitutional promise that resonates deeply in one of America’s most diverse communities.

Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin is applauding a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision reaffirming birthright citizenship, calling the ruling a powerful victory for the Constitution, immigrant families, and the enduring promise that every child born on American soil is a …

The Houston Area Urban League brought together more than 300 leaders to raise over $260,000 at its sold-out Advancing Opportunity Luncheon, reaffirming its commitment to expanding economic opportunity, education, and equity across Greater Houston.

Texas Southern University is celebrating another major milestone as Fitch Ratings reaffirmed its A- credit rating with a Stable Outlook, underscoring the university’s growing financial strength and long-term commitment to student success.

Veteran communications leader Mary Benton was honored with the 2026 PRSA Houston Legacy Award, recognizing decades of excellence in journalism, public service, and civic communications that have helped shape Houston's public voice.

Gabriel Martinelli's dramatic late winner lifted Brazil to a 2-1 victory over Japan, sending the five-time champions into the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after a tense knockout battle in Houston.

Stephen Eustáquio's dramatic stoppage-time volley lifted Canada to a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa, sending Les Rouges into the Round of 16 for the first knockout-stage win in the nation's FIFA World Cup history.

Black leaders, elected officials, and Democratic candidates used the first day of the Texas Democratic Convention to discuss representation, healthcare disparities, criminal justice, voter engagement, and strategies to strengthen political participation in Black communities.

Houston City College has reached a major milestone, surpassing 100,000 students for the first time since 2019, underscoring its growing role in expanding educational access, workforce training, and economic opportunity across Greater Houston.

Harris Health’s Summer Junior Volunteer Program is giving 145 Houston teens a hands-on introduction to healthcare, inspiring the next generation of medical professionals through service, compassion, and real-world experience.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is donating 250 FIFA World Cup tickets to local children through nonprofit partners, giving youth from across the county a chance to experience one of the world's biggest sporting events firsthand.

Downtown Houston's Plaza at Avenida Houston will debut Horizon, a free interactive art installation featuring glowing, egg-shaped domes that blend light, sound, and movement into a unique public experience from July 4 through September 7, 2026.

A new $300,000 grant will help Texas Southern University's Earl Carl Institute for Legal & Social Policy expand free legal services in Kashmere Gardens, helping Black families protect inherited homes, preserve generational wealth, and safeguard their legacies.