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Syan Rhodes Joins Harris County Precinct 4 As Press Secretary

Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones announced today award-winning journalist and Houston native Syan Rhodes has joined the Precinct 4 team as press secretary.

The University of Houston-Downtown Announces New Gator Success Institute

The University of Houston-Downtown is establishing its new Gator Success Institute (GSI) in support of its number one priority of Enhancing Student Success, the first goal of its 2022-27 Strategic Plan: A New Paradigm. The new Institute is made possible by a $750,000 grant from the ECMC Foundation.

Killer Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison After DNA Found on Gearshift of a Car Pushed Into Bayou

A 21-year-old Galena Park man was sentenced to 35 years in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to murder for shooting an acquaintance, putting his body in the backseat of a car and pushing the car into Hunting Bayou, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

Postseason Atmosphere Lead Astros To Victory Over Blue Jays

HOUSTON - - On Wednesday, something seemed slightly different at Minute Maid Park. Another type of energy and vibe had the ballpark buzzing with liveliness before the first pitch was thrown in front of the 40,545 people in attendance, which was the fourth home sellout of the season.

Texas Southern Cheerleaders Make History As the First HBCU to Win the NCAA National NCA Cheer Competition Title in 75 Years

TS, TS, TS, TSU, U,U, U, I thought you knew! If you didn’t know, now you do. The Texas Southern University (TSU) cheerleaders have put Texas Southern University and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) on the map as the first HBCU to win the 2023 NCAA collegiate National Cheer Association Championship title. In NCA’s 75-year history, no HBCU has ever won the national cheer competition.

Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces New Houston Poet Laureate, Aris Kian Brown

In celebration of National Poetry Month, Mayor Sylvester Turner is pleased to announce the new Houston Poet Laureate: Aris Kian Brown. Brown is the sixth poet laureate and the youngest to be chosen.

Fort Bend County Judge KP George to Announce New Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Manager

Fort Bend County Judge KP George has announced his appointment for the County’s Manager of Homeland Security and Emergency Management on Monday, April 17, at 10:00 a.m., at the Emergency Operations Center, 307 Fort St., Richmond, TX 77469. Greg Babst is the new Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Manager.

Blessed are the children

Blessed are the children – this is the teaching of every religion. The miracle of birth and the joy of new life are transcendent. In this rich country, however, too many babies and too many mothers are at risk – and far too many are dying. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that new mothers in America are dying at a higher rate than those in any other industrial country. A higher percentage of children die before their first birthday in the U.S. than in any other industrial country.

Earth Day HTX Comes to Downtown Houston April 17-19

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner invites everyone to celebrate Earth Day HTX, the largest Earth Day event ever presented by the City of Houston. An environmentally-focused speaker series will take place April 17-18, culminating with an outdoor interactive festival at City Hall on April 19 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Mayor Turner Announces City's 2023 Demolition Initiative with Demolition Day Event

Today Mayor Sylvester Turner, joined by the Department of Neighborhoods (DON), City officials, and community representatives, announced the City’s 2023 Demolition initiative at a “Demolition Day” press conference in Kashmere Gardens, one of Mayor Turner's Complete Communities. The initiative calls for the removal of nearly 300 dangerous structures by the end of the year.

City of Houston Kicks-Off Earth Day HTX

Speaker Series will Continue Tuesday, April 18

The City of Houston will host Day Two of the Earth Day HTX celebration beginning at 9 a.m., Tuesday, April 18, with discussions on Flood Mitigation, Preparedness and Policy, and the Disproportionality of Climate Change Impact on People with Disabilities.

First Home Run at Minute Maid Park Means A Lot to Home Town Rookie Corey Julks

It has been an exhilarating two weeks for Houston Astros rookie reserve outfielder Corey Julks.

Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation opens May 21 at the MFAH

The exhibition will present signature paintings and sculptures from the distinguished Henry & Rose Pearlman Foundation Collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and Modern Art

In the late 19th and into the early 20th century, European artists’ ability to travel along newly industrialized railway lines, and cross paths and share ideas, led to the transmission and evolution of varied artistic styles. Impressionist and PostImpressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation will present 38 outstanding works from the renowned collection assembled in the second half of the 20th century by New York collectors Henry and Rose Pearlman. Paintings and sculptures by Cézanne, Manet, Degas, Gauguin, van Gogh, Pissarro, Toulouse-Lautrec, Modigliani, Soutine, Lipchitz and others will be seen within the context of their experience of transience – regional, national, and international. It will explore the friendships the artists developed in Paris, as well as the many varied locations and sites that shaped their work.

Can't Hide That Ram Pride! METRO Unveils Newest Student-Designed Bus Shelter

A young artist from Waltrip High School, one of many HISD's magnet schools dedicated to the study of research and technology, has helped transform a METRO bus shelter in the Oak Forest community to celebrate Waltrip Ram Pride.

Chit, Chat & Chew

Before you can market, sell or even open a business, you must be vigilant in honing your leadership skills. I am Joi Beasley, a Houston business owner for the last 16 years. Houston has so many great programs that teach us to how to sell, market, operate, purchase, accounting, finance, etc. all the elements of doing business. What I have found there are a lot assumptions about small business owners, their #2s, CEOs and the C-Suite. The assumption is they were taught to lead. Leading is a lifelong learning journey that has to grow and develop as our businesses grow and develop.

Olympians Visit Houston for the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour Presented By Phillips 66

Olympians Nathan Adrian, Elizabeth Beisel, Rowdy Gaines, Cullen Jones and Chase Kalisz will participate in a community swimming activity and visits to local schools during the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour stop in Houston.

Black doctors can increase the life expectancy of Black patients by 10%. Hear how

A new study shows that having Black doctors in a majority-Black community can increase the life expectancy of Black patients by 10%. Doctor Kameelah Phillips joins "CNN This Morning" to discuss the new findings.

Harbor Freight Tools Signs Deal to Open New Location in Houston, TX

Hiring to Begin for 25-30 New Jobs in the Community

Harbor Freight Tools, America’s go-to store for quality tools at the lowest prices, has announced that it will be opening a new store in Houston, TX. The new store will be located at 10045 Almeda Genoa Road and is expected to open this summer. An official opening date will be announced closer to opening.

Welcome to Paradise: Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya

Escape to a tropical paradise at Andaz Mayakoba Resort, where luxury, natural beauty, and captivating experiences converge for an unforgettable getaway.

Wine & Food Week returns to The Woodlands June 5-11, 2023

Wine + Food = Art. Indulge in a week of epicurean masterpieces.

The beloved week-long Wine & Food Week returns June 5- 11 with Wine + Food = Art to celebrate the creativity and passion found in the heart of the wine and food industry. Featuring hundreds of wines, scores of celebrity guests, and a list of fresh culinary faces, get ready to raise a glass to an epicurean masterpiece which for 19 years remains one of the best wine and food events in the region. For wine and food lovers, this is the not to be missed event.

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