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Christina Morales: Proud of Her Heritage, Proud of Her Story

Being told that you are not good enough just because of your skin color is damaging to anyone no matter their race or age. It leads to far greater issues down the line. Having pride in your cultural heritage helps to build self-confidence and self-love while also claiming ownership of your ancestry and honoring the sacrifices, work, and love of those who came before you.

Underground Sounds returns to the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern

Buffalo Bayou Partnership hosts the second annual music series in this unique venue

Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP) is pleased to announce the return of Underground Sounds, a music performance series in the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern. Four Houston-based music ensembles will perform works composed or arranged especially for the Cistern and its extraordinary natural acoustics.

City of Houston Begins to Electrify Fleet Through a Partnership with Greenlots

Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston City Council announced approval to purchase, install and deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in various City facilities. The effort will be enabled through the City’s partnership with Greenlots, a leading EV charging solutions provider and member of the Shell group, and driven by the Houston Climate Action Plan – a strategy that sets out to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve regional air quality, and build climate resilience.

Houston Grand Opera announces contract extension with Local 51 union members

The company and International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees reach agreement through fiscal year 2022

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce an agreement with the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees (IATSE), Local 51, extending the union’s contract through July 31, 2022. This new multiyear collective bargaining agreement (CBA) covers fiscal years 2019 through fiscal year 2022.

Angie Harmon, Rosanette & Harry Cullen Honored at UNICEF Audrey Hepburn Society Ball in Houston

On Wednesday evening, the Southwest Regional Office of UNICEF USA hosted the fourth annual UNICEF Audrey Hepburn Society Ball at the Marriott Marquis in Houston, Texas. The event, emceed by Great Day Houston host Deborah Duncan and featuring a special performance by Michael Bolton, celebrated UNICEF’s lifesaving work and honored UNICEF Ambassador and actor Angie Harmon with the Spirit of Compassion Award. Since her appointment as a UNICEF Ambassador in 2013, Angie has served as a spokesperson for UNICEF USA’s End Trafficking Initiative and has traveled to Vietnam to bring awareness to UNICEF’s lifesaving programs for children.

Prominent Business Man, Melvyn E. Huckaby II, Passes

wWll-known business man & entrepreneur, native Houstonian, Melvyn Everette Huckaby II has died. He was the son, grandson and great grandson of prominent Houstonians who are pioneers in the healthcare industry.

Mayor's Office to Participate in Annual Holiday Basketball Showdown Against Houston City Council

Members of the mayor's staff will participate in the Annual Holiday Basketball Showdown against Houston City Council and their staffs. Mayor Turner will attend the night's game to cheer his team to victory. All ticket sale proceeds will benefit the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.

Beyonce and Jay-Z Grants Scholarship to Teen During OTR Tour Stop in Houston

Ball High School senior Alezae Uresti is smiling big after the huge gift Beyonce and Jay-Z gave her.

Empowering Veterans with Access to Opportunity Through Digital Tools

The headquarters of Combined Arms in east Houston recently buzzed with applause, cheers, and a contagious sense of optimism. This non-profit organization is dedicated to connecting transitioning service members and veterans with every available resource to help them thrive in the civilian world. Their secret weapon? Software and technology powered by the Internet. Last Saturday, supporters, veterans, and volunteers gathered to celebrate the launch of a WiFi-connected Lift Zone at Combined Arms, made possible through funding from Comcast.

Mayor invites Houston to celebrate 2022 World Series champion Astros

Mayor Sylvester Turner invites Astros fans to celebrate the 2022 World Series Champions at a victory parade Monday at noon.

View New Work by Visionary Artist Will Henry

In discussion with writer Garry Reece in his studio

Will Henry is a visionary artist based in Houston. VAA will visit his studio, which is rarely open to the public. He and arts writer Garry Reece will discuss the current works Henry is readying for his next exhibition, at the Galveston Arts Center in May. VAA members and guests will be the first to see these new paintings.

Historian Fights to Clear the Names of Black Soldiers Who Rioted in Houston 100 Years Ago

Hurricane Harvey put Houston back in the headlines, but a hundred years ago the city made news for a very different reason. Black soldiers at Fort Logan had gone on a rampage, prompting the largest murder trial in U.S. history. Now, a Virginia man is trying to clear their names.

Higher Concentrations of Streetlights Do Not Guarantee Safety

Higher concentrations of streetlights do not guarantee fewer nonviolent crimes in Houston neighborhoods, according to a new report from Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research.

The Georgia Coalition for the Peoples' Agenda Remembers Founder and Convener Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery

The Georgia Coalition for the Peoples' Agenda, the civil rights community and all justice loving people across the globe have lost a true friend with the passing of beloved Rev. Dr. Joseph Echols Lowery.

Houston PetSet and Mayor John Whitmire Address Animal Welfare in Houston

Houston PetSet, a local nonprofit organization, hosted The State of Animal Welfare Address on February 22, 2024, featuring remarks from Mayor John Whitmire and an overview of the current state of animal welfare in Houston by Co-Presidents Tama Lundquist and Tena Lundquist Faust.

Center for Safe and Secure Schools offers expertise to Harris County Safe School Commission

The Center for Safe and Secure Schools (CSSS), a division of the Harris County Department of Education, has been tapped to offer its expertise to the newly-formed Harris County Safe School Commission (HCSSC).

Mayor Sylvester Turner Appoints Michael Heckman Chief Executive Officer of Houston First Corporation

Heckman Served in Interim Role Since August 2020

Houston First Corporation, the official destination marketing organization for Houston, today announced that Michael Heckman has been named Chief Executive Officer.

Local Landscaper to Mow the Lawns of 100 Houston Veterans, Active Military for Free Starting this Thursday

SmartScaping Landscaping & Design’s Mows for Military Veterans Day Giveback

SmartScaping Landscaping & Design, a premiere Black-owned Houston landscaping maintenance and design company, is giving back this Veterans Day with FREE lawn service for 100 Houston veterans, U.S. Military service members, and military families!

Landscaper Launches Veterans Day ‘Mows for Military’ Giveback with 100 FREE Cuts for Houston Vets