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America's Unyielding Plague of Gun Violence

Americans often think of themselves as belonging to an exceptional nation, and in many ways they do. They belong to a tolerant, multicultural society that has led the world toward a more innovative and more inclusive future through new technologies and a unique embrace of diverse cultures.

SMU, Children's Health Harness Power of Sports to Improve Kids' Well-Being

SMU and Children’s Health through its Children’s Health Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine are launching a collaboration dedicated to leveraging the transformational power of sports to improve the health, activity levels and well-being of kids. The Youth Sports Impact Partnership, a unique university-hospital relationship, will use an evidence-based approach to improve access to youth sports, prevent injury and share age-appropriate training and development practices.

New Web Site Encourages and Helps African Americans to Create and Make Money From Their Own Afrocentric Mobile Apps

Savvier Health, LLC has been granted a license to offer the same easy–to-use subscription-based app creation platform that has been used by tens of thousands of people around the world to successfully publish hundreds of thousands of apps. Their system uses a simple what-you-see-is-what-you-get format to allow subscribers to easily exchange standard text and pictures with their own in hundreds of ready-to-publish app templates. With this system, even the average high school student can churn out multiple apps each month and make money for college in his spare time.

5 Germiest Places in a Home During the Holidays

‘Tis the season to party. Whether it is for Christmas or New Year’s Eve, getting ready to host your family and friends can be a chore – especially if you have ignored the dirtiest parts of your home over the last few months.

Have a McDelivery of McDonald’s with Uber Eats

McDonald’s golden fries just got easier to get now that the fast food chain has partnered with Uber Eats. More than one hundred McDonald’s locations in Houston are participating.

Rapper Travis Scott Arrested After Concert in Arkansas

Houston native Travis Scott was arrested Saturday night after encouraging a riot at his concert in Arkansas. Rogers Police Department confirmed.

Rockets Honor Area First Responders On Patriot Day With Meal Pick-Up Service at Toyota Center

For the sixth straight year, the Houston Rockets are conducting a day of service in honor of area police and fire departments in remembrance of the efforts by first responders on September 11, 2001.

Statement on Milwaukee chosen to host the DNC 2020

The Harris County Democratic Party is incredibly disappointed that Houston was not chosen to host the Democratic National Convention in 2020.

Exemptions for required vaccines for US kindergartners reach record high

The percentage of kindergartners who received their state-required vaccines for measles remained below the federal target last school year, and the rate of vaccine exemptions for children reached the highest level ever reported in the United States, according to new data published Thursday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

H-E-B Ranks as No. 4 Favorite Grocery Store In U.S.

The Texas-based grocery store H-E-B received national love after it was ranked as the No. 4 favorite grocery store in the U.S. in a retail survey released recently.

Blacks Experience More Family Member Deaths Than Whites, On Average

African-Americans are more likely than whites to experience the loss of a parent during childhood and more likely to be exposed to multiple family member deaths by mid-life, according to a study by the Population Research Center at The University of Texas at Austin.

Neighbor helps blind man as 2-alarm fire burns condos in SW Houston

Neighbors are calling one resident a hero. She helped rescue a blind man who was still inside the burning homes.

NFL Brings Positive Impact to Houston Youth in Character Camp

On Monday, January 30, the NFL hosted 300 kids from the Houston area at the George R. Brown Convention Center. The children were chosen to take part in a free Character Camp on the field of the NFL Experience Driven by Genesis as part of the NFL PLAY 60 Character Camps program, a partnership between the NFL and the Muñoz Agency, led by Pro Football Hall of Fame offensive tackle Anthony Muñoz.

Statement from Senator Miles on Council Member Larry Green

"I am shocked and saddened by the death of Council Member Larry Green. Council Member Green was an incredible leader and an advocate for the community. He worked to increase economic development and opportunities in his district, improve policing to keep families safe and over the past six months, on Harvey recovery. He was well-respected among community leaders, business leaders and the Texas delegation and worked hard to ensure Houston was in the best position possible for success.

HISD Receives Heartfelt Book Donation by Houston Law Firm

Law firm Kirkland & Ellis in Houston has donated 170 copies of the charity children's book “H is for Harvey” to be placed into every one of HISD’s elementary school libraries and early childhood centers.

Protecting the Blind Side

Texans sign Left Tackle Laremy Tunsil To Three-Year Extension

The Houston Texans have made it clear since the 2017 NFL Draft that their number one priority is to keep their star quarterback, Deshaun Watson protected while he is out on the field. Today they showed Watson how much they value him by coming to terms with left tackle Laremy Tunsil.

Tis the Season for Downtown Aquarium Houston's Annual Breakfast with Santa

Are you ready to Jingle around the Aquarium? Families are invited to join Sharkey and Santa Claus for a delicious ho-ho-holiday breakfast at the Downtown Aquarium on December 9, 16-17 and 20-24, with seating beginning at 8 a.m. Elves of all ages will have the chance to mingle with Santa while enjoying a breakfast buffet.

our Houston-based LGBTQ+ Artists to Know

Harrison Guy | Moe Penders | Lovie Olivia & Preetika Rajgariah

Experience PRIDE at the MFAH: A Rainbow of Artists, a montage of stories told by Houston-based artists in honor of Pride Month and the 52nd anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. In this video series, the artists share their personal journeys and discuss works of art in the MFAH collections. Among the highlights: the world premiere of These Feet Were Made for Walkin’, a new dance choreographed by Harrison Guy and inspired by art in the Kinder Building. The piece is powerfully performed on-site by Cameron Edwards to a commissioned score by Ricky Lethridge.

Rockets to Host Voter Registration Drive at Toyota Center

On Tuesday, Sept. 20, the Houston Rockets will host a voter registration drive at Toyota Center from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in honor of National Voter Registration Day. In addition, the Harris County Clerk office announced that Toyota Center will serve as a vote center for the midterm elections, which will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

Houston Rapper Don Toliver takes the Toyota Center stage for McDonald’s All American Games Halftime Performance on March 28

Critically acclaimed Houston rapper Don Toliver is returning to his H-Town roots to perform at the McDonald’s All American Games 2023 halftime show at the Toyota Center on March 28.

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