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HFT Rejects Energerized for Excellence to Run Schools
Numerous troubling questions about the private nonprofit charter school operator Energized for Excellence Academy and the Texas for-profit Educational Learning and Enrichment Center Inc. make them a risky choice to operate 10 low-performing Houston public schools, the Houston Federation of Teachers said today.
America’s Team: Team Fighting Cancer Wins Inaugural Championship
Houston – Do you remember when you were younger playing a game of tag at school? And there were always those couple of kids you just didn’t run after because they were too fast to catch. That is what over 6,500 fans in attendance got a chance to witness at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston, Texas. The American Flag Football Championship was played in front of a crowd that included Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, Texans defensive back Tyrann Mathieu, former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, and a host of other current and former NFL players who perused up and down the sidelines during the game. Yes, they were all pretty fast to catch.
Houston Fans Witness A Non-Traditional Walk Off As The Astros Defeat The Diamondbacks
One thing I have never witnessed until Friday night in the Astros 4-3 extra innings victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks was a bases-loaded walk-off hit by pitch. No, you did not misread that last sentence. Yes, the Astros won a game with a walk-off hit by pitch. The last time Houston got a victory in that fashion was on Aug. 8, 1998. It was also the third time in franchise history that it has happened.
Interactive Exhibition of LEGO® Models Make Their Houston Debut
Larger than life replicas of historic landmarks, wild animals, pop-culture icons and more set to be displayed at the George R. Brown Convention Center starting October 29
Take a trip around the world and experience LEGO® in new heights and wonderous sights! Starting October 29, the award-winning Awesome Exhibition – The Interactive Exhibition of LEGO® Models created by LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught will welcome builders, creators and spectators to the magnificent exhibition of over 30 displays made entirely of LEGO® bricks. This will be the first time the exhibition makes its way to Houston.
Fireworks, Performances, and Family Celebrations at Miller Outdoor Theatre This July
It’s summer and the programs are popping at Miller Outdoor Theatre (MOT). Powerhouse performances by Houston Symphony and Theater Under the Stars fill the July calendar with fun for the entire family including two incredibly special Miller 100th celebratory and performance celebrations.
Houston Grand Opera Appoints Colin Michael Brush as Director of the Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio
Brush to foster the future of the art form through his leadership of the company’s internationally known training program for emerging artists
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce Colin Michael Brush as the incoming Director of the Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio. He assumed the role on October 3.
Houston Random Acts of Kindness Day, Life Enhancement Services Host Grand Opening of First Student ‘RAK Room’ of the School Year Tomorrow at C. E. King Middle School
Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting for New Student ‘RAK Room’ at C.E. King Middle School
Houston Museum of African American Culture Reveals Guest Jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is thrilled to introduce the esteemed guest jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize: Daisha Board and Phillip A. Townsend. Together with Christopher Blay, Chief Curator at HMAAC, Board and Townsend will have the honor of selecting the recipient of the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize. This prestigious award, established in memory of the late Bert Long Jr., celebrates his enduring artistic legacy and contributions to the Houston art scene. The winner of the prize will receive a $3,000 cash award and a solo exhibition in the Bert Long Jr. Gallery at HMAAC, with the grand announcement scheduled for April 12, 2024, at HMAAC.
Official Statement for the Passing of Houston Legend Big Pokey of the Screwed Up Click!
Remembering Houston Legend Big Pokey of the Screwed Up Click!
Nigerian Doctor Opens Her Own Emergency Room In Houston
Dr. Foyekemi Ikyaator is an emergency room physician and medical director of Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston. Life Savers Emergency Room is a standalone emergency room, meaning it's not attached to a hospital.
Houston Native Participates in Community Outreach During USS Sterett's Hong Kong Port Visit
HONG KONG (May 2, 2017) Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Carolyn Felix-White, a Houston native assigned to the Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 detachment aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104), draws with a student at the Cheerland Nursery School and Kindergarten at Kowloon Bay during Sterett’s port visit to Hong Kong. Houston native participates in community outreach during USS Sterett's Hong Kong port visit
Houston Native Selected as Senior Sailor of the Quarter
A Houston Community College and American Military University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree, was selected as Senior Sailor of the Quarter for his outstanding work and dedication serving with Navy Medicine Professional Development Center (NMPDC) located in Bethesda, Maryland.
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 7600 Bywood about 3:20 p.m. last Friday (June 16).
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 6300 North Freeway (North Interstate Highway 45) about 5:30 a.m. on Saturday (June 17).
Astros Foundation and Chevron Provide School Supplies to Children As Part of Wins for Kids Program
Once again, the Houston Astros organization continues to show how committed they are to the citizens of Houston and surrounding areas. The Astros Foundation has teamed up with Chevron to provide school supplies to 500 children from New Hope Housing and Star of Hope as part of their Wins for Kids program.
Houston Avenue Causes Traffic Headaches for Drivers
Drivers had to maneuver a new way to work after an 18-wheeler hit the bridge causing damage that knocked down a steel beam. This caused a ripple effect of others drivers hitting the hanging beam causing damage to their cabs.
Crown Royal to Give Away up to $20,000 Worth of Lyft Rides to Help Rodeo Attendees Get Home Safely
o Inspire Exceptional Generosity, the Canadian Whisky Brand is Teaming Up With Lyft to Fund Ride Discounts during the Final Weekend of the Houston Rodeo
As part of Crown Royal’s Live Generously and Life Will Treat You Royally initiative, the Canadian whisky brand is ensuring Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show attendees are celebrating responsibly and making it home safely by joining forces with Lyft to provide rides for rodeo-goers 21 and over.
Houston, Harris County Get Another $2 Billion in Harvey Recovery Funds
Houston and Harris County each would receive more than $1 billion under Texas' first major Hurricane Harvey recovery spending plan, but relief remains far off for residents in need of housing help.
Mayor Turner Partially Lifts Curfew
Mayor Sylvester Turner has partially lifted the Citywide curfew that was initially implemented on August 30 to promote public safety within disaster-striken areas. September 5, 2017, Mayor Turner has lifted the curfew for the City of Houston, with the exception of portions of west Houston currently impacted by flooding. The area still under curfew from midnight to 5:00 A.M. is West of Gessner, East of T
Acevedo Says Protecting Dreamers Makes Sense
Art Acevedo, chief of the Houston Police Department (HPD), said it is “critical” that the Congress passes legislation to protect from deportation undocumented immigrants who arrived in the United States as children because, otherwise, some of them could be at risk of being recruited by criminals.
Council Member Dwight Boykins Responds to Court Ruling on Proposition B
Today, Harris County Judge Randy Wilson denied the request from the Houston Police Officer's Union to delay the implementation of Proposition B. This ruling comes days later after Council Member Dwight Boykins' recommendation of a garbage fee to generate a new revenue source.
