Downtown Construction Prompts Temporary Bus Shuttle Along Green & Purple Lines
Beginning Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, METRO will modify rail service on the Green and Purple Lines in order to allow downtown work crews to complete crane lift operations at 708 Main St.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Mentors Students to ASCEND to Greater Dimensions
Putting any person in a box limits their opportunities. They have no room to grow and flourish. There is no new path to travel. No new discoveries to be made or challenges to tackle. However, when someone comes along to …
H-E-B Announces 2018 Excellence in Education School District and Early Childhood Finalists and Recognizes Outstanding Public School Boards
H-E-B announced today that eight school districts, five early childhood facilities and five public school boards have been selected as finalists for the retailer’s 17th annual 2018 Excellence in Education Awards program.
Houston Locals Take the Podcast World by Storm
In 2017, we saw a steady rise of podcasts and saw as they quickly became a guilty pleasure for everyone who is on the go but wanted a change from the radio. Houstonians alone have grown more keen to podcasts …
David Byrne (of Talking Heads) Coming to Houston!
David Byrne has announced an extensive world tour in support of his forthcoming solo record, American Utopia. David will perform songs from the new album, which is out March 9 via Todomundo/Nonesuch Records, as well as classics from his solo …
Houston Judge Blocks Funding for Low-Income Clinics
Central Care Clinic’s lawyer Reginald McKamie tells patients don’t be alarmed by the lost of funding for Central Care Clinics.
Houston Begins To Thaw From Icepocalypse
The arctic front that rolled into southeast Texas early Tuesday morning is expected to bring another night of freezing temperatures before it moves out completely Thursday.
Houston Winner of MLK Jr. Oratory Contest Appears On Good Morning America
The student who won the 22nd annual MLK Jr. Oratory competition Jan. 12 made an appearance on "Good Morning America" Monday.
District Art Gallery: I Am, We Are
Just northeast of Downtown, a new hub for creative works is blossoming thanks to privately owned art galleries descending upon the neighborhood comprised of loft style apartments, studios and art galleries such as the newly opened District Art Gallery.
DJ Reader is On a Mission of Love
He was his teacher. He was his mentor. He was his best friend. David Reader Sr. was everything to his son, Houston Texans’ Defensive Nose Tackle David Vernon Jr. or DJ. Four years ago Reader lost his father to a …
Enjoy a A Sweet Escape this Valentine's Day at Hermann Park
Spend a special Valentine's Day in Hermann Park!
Alert #6: Limited METROLift Service to Resume
METROLift service will be available for essential trips only starting at noon today. Due to uncertain road conditions, it is still possible METROLift will not be able to reach certain areas to pick up patrons. Expect some delays as drivers …
The ‘Unlock Your Voice’ Tour Presented by Survivors with Voices
Even if you haven't experienced mental or physical abuse chances are you know someone who has. It is a widespread issue that affects many, and the purpose of the ‘Unlock Your Voice City’ tour is to encourage those affected to …
Alert #5: METRO Bus Service to Remain Suspended Through Wednesday Morning
Hazardous road conditions are forcing METRO bus services to remain suspended through the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. With overnight temperatures expected to stay well below freezing, driving conditions will continue to be treacherous.
Alert #4: Dangerous Road Conditions Force Suspension of Evening METRO Bus Service
METRO is suspending all bus services beginning at 5:30 p.m. today until further notice due to dangerous road conditions. As ice accumulates on several area roadways, it is becoming more difficult to provide services. Safety is our top priority for …
