Houston’s State of the City 2024 event was nothing short of electric. The energy in the room was palpable, with a full house of enthusiastic Houstonians coming together to reflect on the city's progress and the road ahead. The city’s …

The days of free printing at the Houston Public Library are coming to an end. Beginning November 1, 2024, the library will resume charging for document printing services, a move prompted by the need to balance budgets while still serving …

After more than three decades of trailblazing service, Judge Clarease Rankin Yates has reached a new chapter in her illustrious career—her retirement. A pioneer in every sense of the word, Judge Yates was appointed to the U.S. Immigration Court in …

Dr. Kareem Jordan, the newly appointed Dean of the College of Juvenile Justice (COJJ) at Prairie View A&M University, is a man on a mission. His vision? To redefine the impact of juvenile justice education across Texas and beyond. As …

I bet you’ve experienced sexual chemistry with someone. But have you experienced what’s called sexual harmony? Maybe you’ve fallen in love? But was it “emergent love,” a concept that requires certain elements for love to emerge? And once your relationship …

The 2024 presidential electoral battleground map has proved to be remarkably stable over the past two months after the race was reshaped with Vice President Kamala Harris’ elevation to the top of the Democratic ticket.

In the world of rodeo, legends are born not just from the saddle, but from the grit, laughter, and heart behind the scenes. And in 2025, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (RODEOHOUSTON®) will honor one such icon—Leon Coffee. The …

Caroline Giuliani never imagined she'd be writing about the downfall of her father, Rudy Giuliani, in such stark terms. But in a powerful and personal reflection, she reveals how Donald J. Trump not only shattered her father's life but threatens …

In a city known for its sprawling suburban developments, it’s not every day that a new community promises both luxury living and affordable housing options in the same space. But today, the Houston Housing Authority, in partnership with Allen Harrison …

As the frequency of extreme weather disasters surges, the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region is sending out a clarion call for volunteers to step up and assist in disaster shelters across the nation. With hurricanes like the devastating …

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Tuesday voiced strong support for International Longshoremen's Association members and their right to peacefully strike for better wages and rights on the job. Below is Commissioner Ellis’s statement:

In a world where uncertainty and division often seem to reign, MoveOn stands as a beacon of hope, inspiring millions to mobilize for a brighter, more inclusive future. With Rahna Epting at the helm as the Executive Director, MoveOn is …

Time is running out to avoid a work stoppage at ports along the entire East and Gulf Coasts in what could become the most disruptive strike to the US economy in decades.

In a world where the cost of higher education seems to rise faster than the Texas summer heat, the dream of earning a college degree is becoming more distant for many students. Thankfully, the Ivy Educational & Charitable Foundation, Inc. …

Nearly a year ago, Texas high school student Darryl George was suspended for his hairstyle—locs that he had been growing for over a decade. School officials claimed his hairstyle violated the school's dress code. Rather than comply, George transferred to …