Texas Southern University becomes the first Texas HBCU to earn the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, recognizing its deep commitment to community partnerships, research, and public impact.

RODEOHOUSTON returns March 2–22, 2026, with a powerhouse Star Stage lineup at NRG Stadium featuring global superstars, legendary favorites, and exciting first-time performers.

Feed the Soul Foundation’s Third Annual Global Culinary Conference returns to Houston January 25–27, 2026, bringing chefs and food entrepreneurs together for three days of business training, innovation, and growth at Rice University.

As Texas observes Human Trafficking Prevention Month, state and local leaders are strengthening prevention, education, and survivor support to confront one of the most urgent human rights crises facing communities like Houston.

Houston Public Library will host its Inaugural Robert Burns’ Supper on January 22, 2026, celebrating global literary tradition while installing the first-ever Fellows of the Houston Public Library.

Jonathan Fombonne has been appointed Harris County Attorney, succeeding Christian Menefee and continuing the office’s focus on progressive, effective public law.

Bruno Mars will bring his first global headline stadium tour in nearly a decade, The Romantic Tour, to Houston’s NRG Stadium on April 22, 2026, following the release of his new album.

Harris County voters 65+ or with disabilities can now apply for the Annual Ballot by Mail to receive all 2026 election ballots.

Comedy legend George Lopez brings his live stand-up show to Houston on Friday, February 6, 2026, at NRG, delivering laughs, truth, and unforgettable storytelling.

Houston will host the NCA All-Star National Championship for the first time ever, bringing 65,000 athletes and fans downtown February 27–March 1, 2026.

The Edison Cultural Arts Center officially opened January 5, 2026, transforming a long-vacant space into a vibrant new hub for arts access, education, and community empowerment in Houston.

Houston’s iconic Chevron Houston Marathon returns January 9–11, 2026, bringing sold-out races, brisk winter weather, and a citywide celebration of endurance, culture, and community.

Commissioner Lesley Briones unveiled $33.5 million in new infrastructure investments in Alief as part of the Places 4 People initiative, spotlighting major upgrades to streets, drainage, and flood mitigation designed to create safer, more resilient neighborhoods across Harris County Precinct …

Houston voters head into 2026 facing an unprecedented election cycle—packed with runoffs, primaries, and special elections—that will shape local, state, and national leadership throughout the year

Lifetime premieres Mary J. Blige Presents Be Happy, directed by Gabourey Sidibe, exploring reinvention, love, and midlife transformation.