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AIDS Foundation Houston announces World AIDS Day 2021, Presented by Chevron

The Virtual Commemoration will include remarks from Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, surprise performances, award presentations and more

AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) will host their annual World AIDS Day event as a Virtual Experience on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Emceed live by Houston Public Media’s Ernie Manouse, the fundraiser will support AFH in its mission to end the HIV epidemic in the greater Houston area and will showcase its vision of a community where HIV is stigma-free and rare, and people have equitable access to care.

Harmony Public Schools Achieves Unprecedented Success: Sweeps Top Three High Schools by Children at Risk

Harmony Public Schools has once again etched its name in academic excellence, securing the coveted top three spots for high schools in the greater Houston area, as recognized by the esteemed non-profit organization Children at Risk. The schools, Harmony Public Schools Houston - West, Houston - North, and Houston - South, clinched the first, second, and third positions, respectively, each earning an outstanding "A" grade.

Gilbert Garcia Officially Declares Candidacy for Houston Mayoral Race

Gilbert Garcia officially entered the race for Houston's mayoral election on August 10, 2023. Aiming to instigate change in City Hall, Garcia introduced his extensive "Pledge to Houston," detailing his strategic plans for the first 100 days of his potential tenure. His commitments revolve around public safety, transparency, infrastructure improvements, and eliminating unethical "pay to play" practices.

United Airlines Takes New Steps to Elevate Customer Experience at Bush Intercontinental Airport

New efforts at IAH will result in improved connectivity for customers

United Airlines today announced that beginning this fall, the carrier will take new steps to elevate the customer experience at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport by offering customers shorter, more convenient connection times and better access to more destinations.

Red Cross and the Houston Fire Department Kick Off Partnership on July 15 with Third Ward Smoke Alarm Installation Event

Organizations combining forces to reduce home fire injuries and death

Volunteers and leaders from the American Red Cross of Greater Houston and the Houston Fire Department (HFD) will be going door-to-door in historic Third Ward this Saturday, July 15, to install free 10-year lithium ion battery smoke alarms and educate residents about fire safety. It marks the first installation in which the Red Cross and HFD are teaming up, with the goal of working together to install 3,000 free smoke alarms in Houston homes over the next 12 months.

Houston Symphony extends performance cancellations

The Houston Symphony announced that it is extending its concert cancellations, canceling all previously scheduled concerts and community activities through the months of May and June 2020 in order to protect the health of audiences, musicians, and staff.

Houston Council Races Are Crowding

While most of the focus is on who is running for president in 2024 or even who is running for mayor this year, Houston has five at-large City Council members elected citywide, and 11 district City Council members who vote on the mayor's $6.2 billion budget, every expenditure over $50,000, city laws called ordinances, and the care for local citizens' needs.

Mayor Sylvester Turner Lauds the Triumphant Evolution of MBK Houston

In a heartwarming event today, Mayor Sylvester Turner took to the stage to magnify the monumental strides made by My Brother’s Keeper Houston (MBKH) during his stewardship spanning eight impactful years. The event was further illuminated by the introduction of its spirited new Director, Chazz Bailey, who enlightened the audience with his visionary plans for MBKH’s forthcoming endeavors.

The Rebirth in Action Exhibition, Organized by the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston and Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy

The Rebirth in Action exhibition, organized by Contemporary Arts Museum Houston and Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy, expands the notion of a monument to include the living community represented by legacy residents of Houston Freedmen’s Town.

John Cisneros Named Chair of Houston Symphony's Hispanic Leadership Council

The Houston Symphony announced today that John Cisneros, Ed.D is the Symphony’s Hispanic Leadership Council Chair for the 2021–22 Season. The Hispanic Leadership Council is a membership group comprising business, education, and community leaders who advise the Symphony on how it can better connect with the Hispanic population in Greater Houston.

Per Scholas Expands Tech Training to Houston

Ion Welcomes Per Scholas As Part of Community Investment to Build Inclusive Technology Workforce; Now Accepting Applications