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Council Member Dave Martin Hosts Clear Lake/Southeast Houston Town Hall Meeting

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin will host a town hall meeting on Thursday, September 14 at 6:30 p.m., in the Destiny Theater at Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, TX 77058.

Houston’s 37th Postmaster To Be Officially Sworn-In

Oath of Office Ceremony to be held March 17, 2017

Chenise LeDoux, who was recently appointed as Houston’s 37th Postmaster, will be officially sworn into office at 10 a.m. Friday, March 17, 2017. The public is cordially invited to attend, free of charge, the oath of office ceremony held at The Bell Tower on 34th, 901 W. 34th Street, Houston, TX 77018.

The Houston Museum of African American Culture Presents El Franco Lee II: Mid-Career Survey

The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is excited to present El Franco Lee II: Mid-Career Survey, curated by HMAAC’s Chief Curator Christopher Blay. This exhibition is the first solo museum exhibition of the Houston-based artist El Franco Lee II’s work. The exhibition opens with a preview reception on Friday, June 30, from 6-8PM and the exhibition will be on view through September 2. There will also be an artist conversation on Saturday, August 5 at 2PM.

Tourism Generates Economic Impact of $17B and 120K Jobs for Houston

Houston First Corporation to ‘Move Travel Forward’ in celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week

Houston First Corporation will spotlight the essential role travel and tourism play in driving growth and innovation as part of National Travel and Tourism Week. Now in its 40th year, the annual industry tradition takes place May 7-13 and was established by the U.S. Travel Association to celebrate the value travel brings to local economies, businesses, and individuals. This year, Houston joins other industry leaders in highlighting how integral travel is to every industry through the theme #TravelForward.

Kids’ ‘Wish in a Bottle’ Art Installation to be Unveiled at Children’s Museum Houston on World Children’s Day, Nov. 20

Save the Children, Bvlgari North America, Children’s Museum Houston, and Young Audiences of Houston Partner to Engage 600 Elementary School Children in Art Project Expressing Their Hopes for the Futur

In celebration of World Children’s Day, the artwork of 600 local children – containing their wishes for the future – will be unveiled as part of a large, eight-by-six foot art installation during its exhibition debut at Children’s Museum Houston on Saturday, November 20. The “Wish in a Bottle” installation and celebration event, a partnership between Save the Children, Bvlgari North America, Children’s Museum Houston and Young Audiences of Houston, includes the participation of hundreds of students from the Greater Houston and Beaumont areas, who have artistically shared their hopes for the world and placed them in bottles as part of an Arte di Bvlgari program activity.

Governor Abbott To Hold Ceremonial Bill Signing Establishing College of Medicine At University of Houston

Governor Greg Abbott will ceremonially sign House Bill 826 into law on Wednesday, August 21 in Houston. House Bill 826 (Zerwas/Huffman) establishes the University of Houston College of Medicine in Houston.

Texas House Signs Off On Medical Schools for Sam Houston State, University of Houston

The Texas House approved two new medical schools in Texas this week, one at Sam Houston State University and the other at the University of Houston

South and North of the Border: Houston Paints Mexico Exhibit at the Houston Public Library

See Mexico through the eyes of Houston’s early artist, Houston South and North of the Border: Houston Paints Mexico Exhibit. More than 60 works of art are showcased.

As Houston Recovers, Kroger Houston Stores Return to Regular Opening Hours

Kroger stores in Greater Houston to resume regular operating hours, along with limited pickup and delivery services.

Kroger Houston today announced its return to regular operating hours in all stores across Greater Houston, resuming from the reduced hours of operation in effect due to the winter storm.

One Month Away: 29th Annual AIDS Walk Houston and "Rock the Walk" Concert, March 4

AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) hosts the 29th annual AIDS Walk Houston and “Rock the Walk” concert and finish line party on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at Sam Houston Park in Downtown Houston. This signature event—the city’s single greatest response in the fight against HIV/AIDS—raises funds that help local HIV/AIDS service organizations provide programs and services to almost 30,000 Houstonians impacted by the virus.

Group Wants Houston to Remove Iconic Hermann Park Statue

The iconic statue of Sam Houston has been a focal point seen in Houston’s Hermann Park since 1925.

Houston’s Role In U.S. Mexico Relations

Proposed changes to NAFTA have many Texans thinking about their southern border. Professor Alfonso Lopez de la Osa Escribano, who is Director of the Center for U.S. and Mexican Law at The University of Houston Law Center, explained to Houston Public Media how Houston fits into U.S. Mexico relations.

Chris Hollins launches new website, shares vision for Houston in first campaign ad

Hollins mayoral bid enters new phase with website, campaign ad, policy priorities

With eleven months to Election Day, Chris Hollins released his first campaign ad today, titled Hometown.

Houston PetSet and Mayor John Whitmire Spearhead New Era for Animal Welfare: A Path Forward for Houston's Homeless Pets

Houston PetSet, a dynamic nonprofit dedicated to eradicating Houston’s homeless animal crisis, orchestrated a pivotal event on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. The State of Animal Welfare Address, graced by the esteemed presence of City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire, illuminated the progress made, current challenges, and the roadmap ahead #ForTheAnimals.

Mayor Turner Announces Festival Grant Awards

Mayor Sylvester Turner today announced the first awardees of the new grant program Festival Grant via the Houston Arts Alliance (HAA). Sixteen festivals with venues across Houston were selected for funding totaling $145,475.

Mayor Turner Celebrates Improvements to Forum Park as Part of City's 50/50 Park Partners Initiative

Mayor Sylvester Turner joined with local elected officials, the 50/50 Park Partners, Houston Parks and Recreation Department (H.P.A.R.D.), Houston Parks Board (HPB), Greater Houston Partnership and other community partners today to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at Forum Park.

Houston Ballet Presents Don Quixote

Houston Ballet presents the much-anticipated return of former Artistic Director Ben Stevenson’s Don Quixote, a thrilling revival of the classic tale, gracing the stage for the first time in more than a decade. Houston Ballet continues their Hometown Tour in venues across the city, performing this exciting ballet at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts April 13-15, 2018.

Mayor Turner Announces Return of Make Music Day in Houston

Mayor Sylvester Turner is encouraging Houstonians of all musical abilities to participate in this year’s Make Music Day (MMD) in Houston. The participatory day-long celebration will take place on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, the summer solstice and longest day of the year.

Randall’s Expected to Lay Off 310 People Across Houston Area

Randall’s Co. is expected to lay off about 310 people across the Houston area, the Texas Workforce Commission confirmed. Randall’s Houston Distribution Center will lay off 199 people and Randall’s Houston Division will layoff 134 people, according to the Texas Workforce Commission Warn Act.

Houston Mayoral Candidate Derrick Broze Releases Spanish Ad

Houston Mayoral Candidate Derrick Broze has released a new ad outlining his vision for the City of Houston. Derrick Broze released a new video titled "Imagine a New Houston" which briefly explains his 9 focal points for his Mayoral campaign.

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