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District Attorney Kim Ogg Attending National Prosecutors’ Summit, Releases Video On Safe Storage of Guns

Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg on Wednesday will join the national “Safe Gun Storage” Virtual Summit held by Prosecutors Against Gun Violence. She is also announcing the release of a cautionary 3-minute video, filmed in English and subtitled in …

Dacamera Announces Lineup for 2022/2023 Season and Second Annual Houston Summerjazz

Highlights include appearances by violinist Gil Shaham and pianist Emanuel Ax; the Houston premiere of Osvaldo Golijov’s Falling Out of Time, the world premiere of Kendrick Scott’s Unearthed and the DACAMERA debut of Paris’s Ensemble Intercontemporain; plus appearances by jazz …

Robbins Brothers, The Engagement Ring Experts, Searches for Diamond of the Season at Exclusive Bridgerton-Inspired Brunch in Houston

Esteemed Guests Enjoyed Bridgerton-Themed Costume Contest to Win a $7K Platinum Vintage Diamond Ring, Bouquet Making, a Live String Quartet, Photo Opps and Sparkling Diamonds

Perry Homes Announces 55-Foot Valencia Product in West Houston

Texas-based homebuilder Perry Homes has added a 55-foot Valencia series to its list of homes available in the Katy master-planned community of Cane Island by Rise Communities LLC.

Houston Startup Expands Surgical Aftercare Options with 2nd Luxury Penthouse Suite

VIP Recovery Care, a budding luxury surgical aftercare service in Houston, just launched a second penthouse recovery suite to accommodate a rapidly growing number of plastic surgery patients looking for a better way to heal after procedures.

East End Street Fest: A Celebration of Mexican and Chicano Art & Culture in East End Houston

The East End Improvement Corporation (501c3) and the East End Houston Cultural District proudly invite the Houston community to the 2022 East End Street Fest on Saturday, May 7, from 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm on the award-winning Esplanade on …

Houston Based Cancer Survivor and Restaurant Owner Gives Away a Car to Single Mother for Mother's Day!

The owner of Houston's Restaurant of the Year, The Greasy Spoon Soulfood Bistro, despite battling cancer in the midst of the pandemic and serving the Houston community with countless efforts from mentoring young men to giving away $10,000 to families …

Houston Rockets legend and NBA on TNT Analyst Kenny Smith to serve as Spring 2022 Commencement speaker

Texas Southern University announces the speaker for its Spring 2022 Commencement ceremony will be NBA on TNT analyst Houston Rockets great Kenny Smith.

HISD to Celebrate Nurses

This week is National Nurses Week, and Wednesday, May 11, is National School Nurse Day. Every year, HISD acknowledges the impact the district’s school nurses have on the health and wellness of our students. School nurses have long been at …

Houston ISD honors Educators of the Year

The Houston Independent School District will honor its teachers and principals at an Educators of the Year banquet on Friday, May 13 at the Hilton Americas hotel.

Ars Lyrica announces 2022-2023 Season, “Sounding Legacies”

The Grammy-nominated ensemble Ars Lyrica Houston proudly announces its 19th season, “Sounding Legacies.” This season offers spectacular music by beloved Baroque composers, including major works of Purcell, Rameau, Handel, Monteverdi, and Bach. Soloists include audience favorites alongside rising opera stars, …

TSU Celebrates groundbreaking partnerships at inaugural President's Tiger Ball

Texas Southern University (TSU) hosted its inaugural President’s Tiger Ball at the George R. Brown Convention Center. This sold out event, presented by the TSU Foundation Board, serves as TSU’s largest fundraiser for student scholarships and programs.

City Of Houston Honors Astros Manager With "Dusty Baker Day" To Celebrate Historic Achievement

On behalf of the City of Houston, Mayor Sylvester Turner today honored Astros Manager Dusty Baker on reaching a career milestone as a Major League Baseball manager.

Houston Community College Named Finalist for Prestigious Lumina Foundation Grant

Houston Community College (HCC) has been named one of 10 national finalists to receive a $1 million grant from the Lumina Foundation of Indianapolis, IN.

Man sentenced to life in prison without parole for murdering 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes

The second of two men responsible for the 2018 drive-by shooting death of 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted of capital murder, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Friday.