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PAW Patrol’s Marshall and Skye get ready for action at Children's Museum Houston

Saturday, Aug. 28 beginning at 10 a.m.

PAW Patrol is on a roll! Children’s Museum Houston invites you to join the PAW Patrol pack. Marshall and Skye are in for a final summer fun rescue. Don’t miss the opportunity to unleash your imagination during a PAW Patrol-inspired event. No job is too big, no pup is too small!

Houston Texans Unveil New Battle Red Helmet to Be worn During 2022 Season

The Houston Texans today unveiled a new Battle Red Helmet that will be worn during the 2022 Season. Paying homage to the one of the franchise’s three iconic colors, the team will don the new helmet when they take on the Philadelphia Eagles on Battle Red Day presented by Mattress Firm on Nov. 3 at NRG Stadium.

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Children's Museum Houston Hosts Valentine's Sensory Friendly Event

Children's Museum Houston to host a heartwarming Valentine's Sensory Friendly event on Feb. 12.

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Kroger Stores Across Texas equip Houstonians with tools for Hurricane Preparedness and peace of mind

As Hurricane Season approaches, Kroger releases details on grocery, pharmaceutical and fuel options to maintain the Houston community’s health and safety

As Hurricane Season begins, Kroger is reminding Houstonians that they can be active in ensuring their own safety and security by planning ahead. Kroger stores throughout the community offer essential services and products to support the fuel, grocery and pharmaceutical needs of residents in Houston and surrounding areas. Armed with the necessities and knowledge of best hurricane preparedness strategies ahead of impending storms, individuals and families can guard their well-being against potential disruption.

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Ride METRO to Rodeo Houston

You can rope a ride on METRO to Rodeo Houston and the World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest and leave your horesless buggy at home. From METRORail to local bus and shuttle services, there are several options to fit your schedule. You can rope a ride on METRO to Rodeo Houston and the World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest and leave your horesless buggy at home. From METRORail to local bus and shuttle services, there are several options to fit your schedule.

QFest Awards Top Honor FISTING: NEVER TEAR US APART The John Steven Kellett Freedom of Vision Award Winner

FISTING: NEVER TEAR US APART has taken the top prize at the 23rd Annual QFest, Houston's International LGBTQ Film Festival. The weeklong festival has concluded with the suspense filled drama awarded The John Steven Kellett Freedom of Vision Award, the festival’s highest honor.

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This 13-year-old is headed to medical school a year after graduating high school

A 13-year-old girl has been accepted to a medical school program only a year after graduating high school.

HISD graduate selected as Rhodes Scholar

Liana Wang attended Bellaire HS, participated in HISD’s EMERGE program

Houston Independent School District graduate Liana Wang has been selected to join the 2020 Rhodes Scholarship class from a pool of nearly 1,000 U.S. applicants who attend top colleges and universities throughout the nation.

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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Meets With Representatives From Industry and Small and Minority Businesses

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and past 1st Vice Chair, released the following statement about the CBCF Executive Economic Summit taking place in Chicago:

UNCF Update

We hope this finds you and your family well and staying safe. We write today to share a few updates and ask for your pledge to support it. To those of you who have already pledged your support, thank you. The COVID-19 crisis has certainly impacted all our lives and plans in unprecedented ways.

Harmony Public Schools awarded grant to provide computer, internet access to thousands of low-income students

Harmony Public Schools is a free, open enrollment public charter school serving families in 23 communities across Texas.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has awarded Harmony Public Schools a $539,000 grant to connect low-income students with access to computers and the internet.

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XFL Has No Plans For 2021 Season After Suspending Operations and Laying Off Employees

And just like that. It’s gone. Even with all the fanfare and major television backing, the XFL is no more. According to Field Yates from ESPN, the XFL is suspending all day-to-day operations and all league employees have been laid off. He spoke with XFL CEO Jeff Pollack who informed him of the decision.

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Slump Busters Correa And Tucker Leads The Astros To Victory Over The Padres

For the Houston Astros, that feeling was something they were not used to at all going 22 innings without scoring a run. The last run the Astros had scored going into the game against the San Diego Padres on Friday night came in the eighth inning of a 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.

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Restaurant Review: Enjoy Spicy Beef Rib Noodles and Bold Sichuan Flavors at Mian!

MIAN, which means noodles in Chinese, serves bold, mouth-tingling flavors and authentic Sichuan noodles in the heart of Houston's Chinatown. James Beard nominated Chef Tony Xu, who created this casual dining concept, as the sister to his first concept Chengdu Taste. Both restaurants originated in California and are both in Houston!

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Astros Set 2022 Opening Day Roster

The Houston Astros set their 28-man Opening Day roster on Thursday in preparation for their season opener against the Los Angeles Angels. The roster includes 15 pitchers and 13 position players available for manager Dusty Baker.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Critical Disaster Food Stamp Program Soon to Reopen

Jackson Lee: “While we continue to fight for more funding in Washington, it is imperative that all branches of government speak with one voice so that those still suffering from Hurricane Harvey can get the help they need.”

Solid Waste Department Collection and Facility Schedule for New Year's Day

Council Member Dave Martin would like to remind residents of the collection and facility schedule changes for the New Year's Day Holiday.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Working on Getting Disaster Food Stamps Program Reopened

Jackson Lee: “Hurricane Harvey survivors should not wait any longer for additional hurricane relief, especially when federal and state governments are prepared to cooperate.”

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Amanda Edwards Commits to 18th Congressional District Race Following Sheila Jackson Lee's Mayoral Loss

Following Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee's mayoral loss, Amanda Edwards aims to win the 18th Congressional District race, backed by influential groups and leaders.

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Dimitrios Pagourtzis identified as Santa Fe High shooter, sources say

Dimitrios Pagourtzis, 17, is suspected of being the shooter at a Texas high school, federal law enforcement officials tell CNN. The information was confirmed to the Houston Chronicle by the Galveston County Sherriff's Office.