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RodeoHouston to Reveal Custom, World-Class Concert Stage in 2018

For the first time in over 30 years, RodeoHouston will debut a new rotating concert stage on opening day, Feb. 27, 2018. Designed and fabricated by TAIT, the leading producer of live entertainment equipment in the world, the stage will …

Major News From the Rockets Camp: The Team Is Up for Sale

Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander is looking for a buyer of the franchise.

HFD and Red Cross Recognized Nationally

The Houston Fire Department and the American Red Cross received national recognition for efforts to keep Houston residents safe. During a joint mass smoke alarm installation drive, HFD and the Red Cross were presented with certificates of congressional recognition for …

American Heart Association Hosts Free, Workout-Chic Health Symposium

It’s time to put our hearts into fighting heart disease and Go Red for Women during Go Red Girlfriend weekend. An estimated 44 million women in the U.S. are affected by heart disease and stroke – the No.1 and No.5 …

Investigation into Shooting of Man at 7719 Eichler

Houston police are investigating the shooting of a man at 7719 Eichler about 9 p.m. on Sunday (July 16).

METRONext Listening Tour Rolls On

METRO's summer listening tour is moving ahead with stops in the north and southwest Greater Houston region next week. The public is invited to share ideas for transit service now and into the future. METRO is developing a regional transit …

Houston Events for July 13 - August 26, 2017

Make you July plans in Houston

Fraternity’s Philanthropy Pays Big Dividends for Young Men, Community

When Shareef McDonald was 14 years old, his family was looking for something to steer him away from crime and violence in their Chicago community. Though Shareef was only in the 9th grade, he’d already lost classmates to homicide and …

Vocal Icon Nina Simone’s Soulful Journey Comes to Life On Stage at the Ensemble

As one of the best artist of the 20th century, vocal icon Nina Simone set the tone for singers who came after her and worked hard for her platform. With a career expanding from jazz to blues and Broadway, Nina …

SNL ‘The Ladies Man’ Tim Meadows Brings Comedy Show to Houston

Emmy award winning Tim Meadows made his way to Houston for two-night comedy showcase at the longest-running comedy club in the city, the Joke Joint, on July 7-8.

2017 Houston Astros: Look to Duplicate Its First Half Success

The 2017 Houston Astros have been red-hot during the first half of this season. With a combined record of 60-29 and a commanding ten game lead over the nearest opponent in the American League (Boston Red Sox), they have a …

Commissioner Ellis’ Request for Harris County to Join SB4 Lawsuit with Other Texas Cities Declined by Commissioners Court

Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Tuesday asked Harris County to join other Texas counties and cities in a lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 4, the “show-me-your-papers” legislation, but the other Commissioners declined to get involved in the legal challenge. During …

Harris County Judge Suspended Over Allegations of Drug Use, Sexting, and Prostitution

Controversy is swirling around Harris County Judge Hilary Green. She has been accused of using her bailiff to obtain drugs, hiring prostitutions, and sexting in the courtroom.

Melinda Spaulding Has A New Role with TSU

Melinda Spaulding Chevalier has become a trusted source of information as many have welcomed her into their homes through their television sets as Fox 26 news anchor. She has weaved her way into the community to be involved with numerous …

Rockets Sign James Harden to Four-Year Contract Extension

Houston Rockets Owner Leslie Alexander announced today that the team has signed guard James Harden to a four-year contract extension, which will run through the 2022-23 season. The Rockets have made the playoffs in all five of Harden’s seasons with …