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Houston Marathon Organizers Urge Runners to Slow Down and Adjust Pace for Sunday's Race

With race day temperatures expected to reach 74 degrees and humidity exceeding 90 percent, officials of the Chevron Houston Marathon advise runners to exercise caution in Sunday's races.

MAYOR’S BACK 2 SCHOOL FEST: A Spectacular Triumph Igniting The Citys Spirit

The George R. Brown Convention Center came alive with excitement and anticipation this past Saturday, August 5th, for the 13th Annual Mayor’s Back 2 School Fest. This much-awaited event, sponsored by the renowned Shell and masterfully orchestrated by the May- or’s Office of Special Events, was not just another edition - it was, by many measures, the most successful yet.

Cyclists Push For Passage Of Houston Bike Plan

Bike advocates are pushing the city to make Houston’s streets safer after two cyclists died the week of the Super Bowl.

Mayor Turner Issues Statement Regarding City of Houston Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2016

Results from the City of Houston’s most recent financial audit confirm the need for pension reform and a long-range financial plan for Houston. While the City’s assets grew in value over the past year and we received a clean opinion from our auditors, the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for Fiscal Year 2016 highlights the continued growth of Houston’s pension obligations.

Houston 2020 high school senior celebration only days away

Live event program information and updates to video tribute celebrity lineup

Now just days away, Houston area high school seniors will soon celebrate their achievements at a series of special outdoor events created by their respective school districts at the urging of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. Five participating districts: Aldine, Alief, HISD, Spring Branch and Spring have announced locations and plans for their individual celebrations Friday, June 5, at 6:30 p.m.

Mayor Turner Appoints Office of Business Opportunity Director

Houston City Council approves appointee

Today, Houston City Council confirmed Marsha E. Murray as Director of the Office of Business Opportunity. She has filled the role as Interim Director since September 2019. Murray previously served as Deputy Director of OBO from 2012-2019.

YWCA of Houston Hosts "Shoes and Champagne Soiree"

Benefiting an emergency housing and assessment center for survivors of Human Trafficking

The YWCA of Houston presents “Shoes and Champagne Soirée”, an event benefiting the WYNDOWS Project, an emergency housing and assessment center for victims of Human Trafficking ages 18-24. This highly anticipated event will take place on Friday, September 28th, 2018 at the Deborah Colton Gallery in West University from 6 – 9pm. The goal is to raise $100,000.00 to assist these young women in their transition from victims to survivors.

Houston Arts Alliance Builds New Disaster Resilience Resources for Artists and Nonprofits in the Wake of Hurricane Harvey

Nearing the two year anniversary of Hurricane Harvey, Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) has launched a new Disaster Resilience website for local artists and nonprofits. The website features a comprehensive, self-guided curriculum about everything an artist or arts nonprofit needs to know before the next disaster hits.

McDonald's Offers Veterans and Current Military Free Extra Value Meal on Veterans Day

HOUSTON, TX – Participating McDonald’s restaurants in the Greater Houston Area will honor military servicemen and servicewomen with a free Extra Value Meal this Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11. Veterans and current members of the military are invited to enjoy their free meal by visiting participating restaurants and showing their Military ID.

Council Member Dave Martin and the City of Houston Hosts Mobile Kingwood B.O.P.A Event

Council Member Dave Martin and the City of Houston will be holding a Batteries, Oil, Paint (latex only) and Antifreeze (B.O.P.A.) mobile collection event to help residents safely dispose of items in their home that are hazardous and should not be placed in garbage or recycling carts. If they enter the landfill, they pose as a threat to the environment, including our local watershed.

Houston Habitat for Humanity Hosts Homeownership Fair

Virtual event on Saturday, September 24 provides free resources and guidance to hopeful homeowners

Registration is now open for Houston Habitat for Humanity’s virtual Homeownership Fair slated for Saturday, September 24. This free event will provide hopeful home buyers with the resources and tools needed to begin their journey to homeownership. All sessions will be available in English and Spanish. The event is generously sponsored by East West Bank and Veritex Community Bank.

Mayor Turner Honors Literacy Advocates at Breakfast, Announces Astros Manager Dusty Baker as New Literacy Ambassador

Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Mayor's Office for Adult Literacy (MOAL), along with the Houston Public Library (HPL), hosted the return of a signature charity event, the 2022 Mayor's Literacy Breakfast: A Salute to Adult Literacy. Erica Simon, ABC13 Houston Anchor/Reporter served as the event’s Mistress of Ceremonies.

New Mural by Houston Artist David Maldonado to Unveil at Renovated Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center

The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA), in partnership with UP Art Studios, is pleased to announce the debut of a large-scale mural project by Houston artist David Maldonado.

Sheraton Suites Houston to Become The Chifley, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Rebrand includes renovated rooms and public spaces for leisure, business, and group travelers, as well as a new destination dining establishment, Rouse

Sheraton Suites Houston, located in Uptown Houston near the Galleria and River Oaks District, will rebrand as The Chifley, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. The rebrand includes renovations to 284 suite-style rooms and 8,000 square feet of meeting space designed for business and social gatherings. The hotel, which will attract leisure, business, and group travelers, will also feature a destination dining establishment, Rouse, offering an eclectic mix of craft cocktails and cuisine.

Houston Jazz Collective a Collaboration of Art and Music

Houston Jazz Collective is an organization that incorporates the genres of music and art featuring major talents to pay tribute to accomplished jazz musicians. Past events have included outstanding Houston-based jazz musicians such as Frank Lacy, Kirk Whalum, Billy Harper, Bob Dorough, and Chris Dave paying tribute to Arnet Cobb. In this year's events Shelly Carrol paying tribute to John Coltrane and supreme love. The Houston Jazz Collective combines performances with outreach programs “The Houston Center for After School Jazz Programs”. The program exposes youth to the arts through a jazz curriculum that educates giving them the understanding of jazz in the original form. Their vision is cultivating expanded minds as well as creating a lasting impression that will hopefully leave a beautiful culturally rich memory of jazz.

Two of Houston's Own Selected for 2024 McDonald’s All American Games in Houston

Episcopal High School and Seven Lakes Hi

In a thrilling moment for Houston's basketball scene, Me'Arah O'Neal from Episcopal High School and Justice Carlton from Seven Lakes High School have been selected to participate in the highly coveted 2024 McDonald’s All American Games. The announcement of the official girls and boys rosters marks a significant achievement for these rising stars, who will join an elite group of players competing on April 2 in Houston.

Mayor Annise Parker @ Dancing with the Houston Stars

Urban Souls Dance Company Host its 4th Annual Charity Gala &Fundraiser, "Dancing With The Houston Stars", Sunday May 4th at the Hess Club. This year's theme, "Urban Masquerade", showcased a full dance card of local Houston influencers, achievers and leaders, who traded in their "day jobs" for a fun evening of toe-tapping and eye-brow raising performances in front of a live audience. 2013 DWTHS champions Orthodontist Dr. Heather Brown, & Assistant Dean of TSU LaRence Snowden. #TeamStyleMag Reporter Bell Speaks with Urban Souls supporter Mayor of Houston: Annise Parker.

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