Abbie Kamin Leads Effort to Expand Recycling in Houston Apartments and Condos
Houston expands recycling with a new pilot program for apartments and condos. Council Member Abbie Kamin leads the effort to make recycling accessible for all residents.
Amanda Edwards in Tight Race for Texas’ 18th Congressional District Special Election 2025
Houston native Amanda Edwards is running in the special election for Texas’ 18th Congressional District. With a track record of public service and deep community ties, she is focused on healthcare, economic opportunity, and grassroots engagement in a tight race …
Nicholas Payton Brings New Orleans Brilliance to Houston for One Night Only
Experience the electrifying sounds of Grammy-winning trumpet virtuoso Nicholas Payton live in Houston! A night of jazz, soul, and modern funk awaits on November 14 at the Wortham Theater Center.
Raising Cane’s Launches Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Cup and Haunted VR Experience
Raising Cane’s is turning up the spooky fun! Grab a glow-in-the-dark Halloween cup, explore a haunted VR experience, and unlock treats all month long.
Building a Dream: Houston Unites to Support Affordable Housing and Hope for All Annual Houston Habitat for Humanity Luncheon Honors Joel Deretchin for a Lifetime of Impact
Under the glittering chandeliers of The Post Oak Hotel, more than 360 Houston leaders gathered for Houston Habitat for Humanity’s Building a Dream Luncheon, honoring Joel Deretchin’s decades of service and celebrating the power of community to make homeownership possible …
O.S.T. Liquor Store Launches University-Themed Double Cup Cocktail Kits for Homecoming Week
O.S.T. Liquor Store brings Homecoming Week to life with university-themed Grab-and-Go Double Cup Cocktail Kits, perfect for tailgates, alumni gatherings, and celebrating school spirit across Houston.
Menefee and Edwards Lead Tight Race for Texas’ 18th Congressional District Ahead of Early Voting
With early voting starting October 20, Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee and former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards lead a crowded field in the special election for Texas’ 18th Congressional District, signaling a likely runoff on November 4.
Porscha Brown Appointed Executive Director of Harris County’s Managed Assigned Counsel Program
Harris County has appointed Porscha Brown as Executive Director of the Managed Assigned Counsel Program, reinforcing the county’s commitment to fair and effective legal representation for residents who cannot afford private counsel.
Daikin and Houston Astros Host Big League Experience Youth Baseball Clinic
Houston kids ages 7–14 can step up to the plate this fall! The Big League Experience at Daikin Park on November 8 offers pitching, batting, base-running drills, and a chance to meet Astros pitcher Spencer Arrighetti. Spots are limited—register starting …
Broadway Musical Water for Elephants Heads to Houston’s Hobby Center in January 2026
Experience the magic of the circus on stage! Water for Elephants, the critically acclaimed Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, comes to Houston’s Hobby Center January 27–February 1, 2026.
HOPE Releases First National Report on Economic Status of Latinas
HOPE releases its first national report on Latinas’ economic and leadership progress, highlighting strong workforce participation, rising entrepreneurship, and a persistent $1.7 million lifetime wage gap for Texas Latinas.
Roxanne Orsak Makes History as First Woman President of H-E-B
H-E-B just made Texas history. For the first time in its 120-year legacy, the beloved San Antonio grocer has appointed a woman president. Roxanne Orsak, who began as a store trainee in 1988, will take the helm in January 2026 …
Texas Southern University President J.W. Crawford III Charts Bold Path Forward Ahead of 98th Homecoming Celebration
Texas Southern University kicks off its 98th Homecoming with renewed purpose and Tiger pride as President J.W. Crawford III delivers the State of the University Address on October 17. The celebration marks a season of growth, innovation, and momentum as …
Record Attendance at 11th Annual Girls in Aviation Day at Lone Star Flight Museum
More than 675 aspiring aviators and STEM leaders attended Girls in Aviation Day at the Lone Star Flight Museum, experiencing hands-on activities, aircraft tours, and guidance from female leaders in aerospace.
Inspiring Global Change from Houston: The Youth Executive Leadership Program (YELP)
Houston high school student Mihika is breaking boundaries with the Youth Executive Leadership Program (YELP), empowering young leaders locally and globally through education, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
