Bayou City Art Festival Returns to Downtown Houston—Where Art, Culture, and Community Shine Bright
The Bayou City Art Festival returns to Downtown Houston March 28–29, 2026, featuring over 250 artists, live entertainment, culinary experiences, and family-friendly activities celebrating the city’s creativity and community.
April Jones Advances to Runoff — A Community‑Rooted Leader Eyes Historic Win for Fort Bend County Commissioner
April Jones, Fort Bend County community leader and business professional, advances to the Democratic Primary run-off for County Commissioner, Precinct 4, emphasizing safety, smart growth, and fiscal accountability.
Houston’s Democratic Spirit in Action: Early Voting Begins for District C Special Election
Early voting for Houston City Council District C’s special election begins March 18, 2026, giving residents a chance to shape local leadership and the future of their community.
Starting Over, Moving Forward: Houston City College Student Jeromecia Brantley Turns Hardship into Hope
Houston City College student and mother of three, Jeromecia Brantley, exemplifies resilience and ambition as she nears her Business Management degree while pursuing her dream of opening a restaurant.
Fashion’s Fiercest Editor Returns: The Devil Wears Prada 2 Brings Miranda Priestly Back to the Big Screen
The Devil Wears Prada 2 reunites Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway for a stylish, witty sequel exploring power, ambition, and the evolving fashion world, hitting theaters May 1, 2026.
Houston Grand Opera’s Messiah Arrives in Majestic Style: A Dazzling Spring Tribute to Music, Memory, and Robert Wilson
Houston Grand Opera presents the American premiere of Robert Wilson’s visionary staging of Handel’s Messiah, arranged by Mozart, from April 17–May 3, 2026, blending music, theater, and visual artistry in a once-in-a-lifetime cultural event
Houston’s Ensemble Theatre Presents the Poetic and Powerful ‘Choir Boy’
Houston’s Ensemble Theatre presents Choir Boy, a Tony-nominated, poetic coming-of-age musical exploring identity, sexuality, and community among young Black students.
Houston Blood Drive Honors Legacy While Raising Awareness About Sickle Cell Disease
A Houston blood drive honoring Jesse and Leona Mays aims to boost lifesaving donations and raise awareness about sickle cell disease, which disproportionately impacts Black Americans.
Krewe of Bridge Brings Louisiana Mardi Gras Spirit to Chicago with HBCU-Focused Celebration
Chicago got a taste of Louisiana’s Mardi Gras magic as the Krewe of Bridge officially launched in the Windy City. The evening combined celebration, networking and powerful conversations about the future of HBCUs — and it’s only the beginning, with plans already underway for the inaugural Krewe of Bridge Chicago Ball in 2027.
Children’s Museum Houston Raises Record $237,000 at Friends and Families Luncheon
Children’s Museum Houston’s 2026 Friends and Families Luncheon raised a record $237,000, celebrating early childhood learning and unveiling the new Gallery of Wonder for infants and toddlers.
Texas Southern University Approves Ascend 2030 Strategic Plan Ahead of Centennial
Texas Southern University has approved Ascend 2030, a strategic plan guiding its growth, academic excellence, and community impact as it approaches its 100th anniversary in 2027.
Harrison Guy Named Creative and Producing Director for Houston’s Black Like That Festival
Acclaimed artist and activist Harrison Guy will lead the 2026 Black Like That Festival in Houston, celebrating Black queer culture, art, and community on June 27 at Ironworks.
H-E-B’s “Quest for Texas Best” Returns in 2026: A Texas-Sized Opportunity for Entrepreneurs
H-E-B’s 13th Annual “Quest for Texas Best” competition is inviting Texas entrepreneurs to showcase locally made products for a chance at $100,000 in prizes and potential placement on H-E-B store shelves statewide
Houston’s Maternal Health Wake-Up Call: How Legacy Community Health Is Helping Black Mothers Be Seen, Heard, and Protected
Houston’s reputation as a world-class medical city is being challenged by a stark reality: Black mothers in Harris County face dramatically higher maternal mortality rates, highlighting urgent disparities in access, continuity, and equity in maternal care.
The Inaugural ReBuildING Her Conference Launches in Houston, Empowering Women to Rise, Restore, and Reclaim Their Purpose
Hosted by Pastor Tiffaney Edwards of Transforming Faith Christian Center, the inaugural conference will take place March 19–22, 2026, bringing together nationally recognized faith leaders, speakers, and artists for a powerful series of conversations, worship experiences, and transformative teachings designed to help women rise after life’s challenges and reclaim their confidence, identity, and purpose.
Houston Leader Launches Free AI Classes in Partnership with San Jacinto College to Equip 10,000 Small Businesses
Free monthly sessions aim to bridge AI education, financial readiness, and economic opportunity for business owners and families.
Trump’s Iran War Claims: Fact Check on False, Unproven and Conflicting Statements
President Trump falsely claimed Iran possesses Tomahawk missiles while defending his earlier statements on a deadly strike on an Iranian school, a claim quickly rejected by arms experts.
New Mexico Authorities Conduct Search at Zorro Ranch Formerly Owned by Jeffrey Epstein
New Mexico authorities launched a search of Jeffrey Epstein’s former Zorro Ranch amid renewed criminal investigations following recently released Justice Department files alleging illegal activity at the property.
Does Trump even know what’s happening in Iran?
President Donald Trump admitted he lacked accurate information on a deadly Iranian school strike and made several misleading claims about the Iran war, reflecting a disconnect from the facts on the ground.
Texas Voters Surge to the Polls as Runoff Elections Approach: A Defining Moment for the Lone Star State
Texas’ 2026 Super Tuesday primaries saw historic turnout, with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett energizing voters in the Houston region and critical Senate and local races heading to runoff elections on May 26.
