Sandra Williams Pierce’s new memoir, The Wolfman: And the Fight Goes With It, preserves the inspiring legacy of her father, Frank 'Wolfman' Williams, whose decades of entrepreneurship, community leadership, and resilience left a lasting mark on Houston and Baytown.

The City of Houston and UTHealth Houston have launched a new Academic Health Department to strengthen the public health workforce, expand student training opportunities, and improve health outcomes through research and community collaboration.

Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden will appear in Houston on July 28, 2026, for a special Progressive Forum event at the Wortham Theater Center, where she will discuss her bestselling memoir View from the East Wing.

Civic Heart Community Services will host its 2026 Masquerade Ball in Houston, blending Halloween celebration with philanthropy to support programs that strengthen families, expand opportunity, and empower local communities.

Houston soccer fans can save money and avoid event-day traffic by parking at the Harrisburg Parking Garage and riding METRO to FIFA FanFest and Houston Stadium for just $1.25 plus discounted parking.

Houston will host the 13th National Conference of Just The Beginning in 2026, bringing together judges, attorneys, students, and civic leaders to inspire the next generation of legal professionals and advance a more representative justice system.

The Houston Symphony is adding two live-to-film concert experiences at Jones Hall in fall 2026 and welcoming Broadway and Frozen star Idina Menzel for a special one-night-only performance on Aug. 30

With her swearing-in as Harris County Attorney, Abbie Kamin makes history as the first woman and first mother to lead one of the nation’s largest public law offices, marking a significant milestone for local government and representation.

Faith, fellowship, and empowerment take center stage as the Texas Women’s Empowerment Conference returns to Plano in 2026, offering women and girls a transformative weekend inspired by the theme “The Creation: Lessons from ‘Let There Be.’”

As Houston approves a record $7.58 billion budget, one council member’s lone “no” vote raises questions about accountability, taxpayer value, and the future of city spending.

Houston's League One Volleyball franchise is launching its first-ever rebrand and inviting fans to vote on a new team name as the club looks to strengthen its connection to the city and volleyball community.

Harris County residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the start of FIFA World Cup 26™ at Precinct 4’s free Opening Match Festival, featuring a live match watch party, family activities, music, food, and community spirit at Burnett Bayland Community …

A new awareness campaign from Legacy Community Health is encouraging Houston men to prioritize preventive care, highlighting how routine checkups, early screenings, and small lifestyle changes can help prevent serious conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

The Texas NAACP will hold its 89th Annual State Convention in El Paso, bringing together advocates statewide to focus on civil rights, voting rights, education, and community empowerment.