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2 in 5,000: Pasadena ISD’s Sam Rayburn High School Artists Earn American Visions Nominations

It is an incredible honor to be named an American Visions nominee, especially with over 5,000 Harris County Department of Education Scholastic Art entries this year. However, Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena Independent School District is honored to have …

Houston Grand Opera announces contract extension with Local 51 union members

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce an agreement with the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees (IATSE), Local 51, extending the union’s contract through July 31, 2022. This new multiyear collective bargaining agreement (CBA) covers fiscal years …

Midtown Houston Commits to Mobility by Expanding Houston BCycle’s Network

Midtown Houston has just added a 13-dock Houston BCycle station to the Northeast corner of Midtown Park. Already the most walkable neighborhood in Houston according to Walk Score, Midtown’s addition of an eighth Houston BCycle station represents its continued commitment …

Harris County Now Largest in the Country to Implement Countywide Polling Place Program

Today, Texas Secretary of State David Whitley approved Harris County as one of six Texas counties with a population of more than 100,000 to participate in the Countywide Polling Place Program. With over 2 million registered voters, this makes Harris …

Mayor Sylvester Turner Launches Re-Election Campaign

Mayor Sylvester Turner launched his re-election campaign today by unveiling a new website, opening a campaign headquarters and inviting supporters to join him at the Union Station lobby in Minute Maid Park on March 30 for a kickoff.

Houston Arts Alliance Builds New Disaster Resilience Resources for Artists and Nonprofits in the Wake of Hurricane Harvey

Nearing the two year anniversary of Hurricane Harvey, Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) has launched a new Disaster Resilience website for local artists and nonprofits. The website features a comprehensive, self-guided curriculum about everything an artist or arts nonprofit needs to …

Judge Lina Hidalgo Commits to Harris County

Lina Hidalgo’s strikingly small figure and bright-eyed Latina looks caused political handicappers to dismiss her at 27-years-old for most of 2018. However, that happens no more around Harris County, where in her second month as the top elected official in …

A New Place Of Worship In Humble, TX Hosts A 3-Day Mega Celebration With Major Giveaways & More

Kingdom Builders Ministries Worldwide in Humble, TX is kicking off the weekend with a community 'Resource & Job Fair' from 10:00am-2:00pm. All events March 1st-3rd are FREE and open to the general public.

Commissioners Court Appoints Genesis E. Draper to County Criminal Court at Law No. 12 Judge

Based on the motion from Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Commissioners Court on Tuesday appointed Genesis E. Draper – an assistant public defender in the Harris County Public Defender’s Office – to fill the judicial vacancy at Harris County Criminal …

It Had to End One Day

“You can’t guard James Harden one-on-one,” says Atlanta Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce. “He’s an elite talent with elite skills and it’s more about the work, make him work,” he says in his post-game press conference.

'Astronaut maker' George Abbey in spotlight at Rice event

As one of the most influential figures in NASA’s history, former Johnson Space Center director George Abbey served a key role in shaping the Apollo moon missions and the space shuttle program.

Houston Premium Outlets Sparkles with New Helzberg Diamonds & Colorful Kate Spade New York Expands, Relocates

Simon, a leading global retail real estate company, is pleased to announce several exciting retailer renovations and relocations coming to Houston Premium Outlets this spring, enhancing the one-of-a-kind shopping experience the center provides area residents and visitors.

Town Hall with Councilman Dwight Boykins

The time is here! This week, get the latest updates on important progress being made in District D.

Houston-area students and families meet with state representatives, showcase latest projects at ‘Harmony on the Hill’

Students and their families from across Greater Houston will have a rare opportunity Thursday to meet their elected officials in Austin, showcase their latest school projects and share their stories about attending charter schools in their community.

Ride METRO to Rodeo Houston

You can rope a ride on METRO to Rodeo Houston and the World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest and leave your horesless buggy at home. From METRORail to local bus and shuttle services, there are several options to fit your schedule. You …