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"Congress: Continue CHIP and save Texas children" says Houston Mayor

In an essay published by TribTalk a publication of the Texas Tribune, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner today recalls the death of a Houston teen in a plea for the continuation of the children's health program.

The Houston Museum of African American Culture Presents Johnny Floyd: GODBODY

curated by Christopher Blay. We also announce the Inaugural Bert Long Jr. Prize

August 15, The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) invites you to our fall 2023 exhibitions, Johnny Floyd: GODBODY, curated by HMAAC’s Chief Curator Christopher Blay, and The Inaugural Bert Long Jr. Prize and exhibition announcement.

Rockets Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Winning Second Title with Special Online Auction Item

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Houston Rockets sweeping the Orlando Magic in the 1995 NBA Finals to win their second straight NBA Championship. As the sixth seed, the 1994-95 Rockets still hold the honor of being the lowest seeded team to have won the NBA title.

Harris County District Attorney's Office: Houston Man Sentenced to 90 Years for 2017 Crime Spree That Left Two Dead

A 60-year-old Houston man who killed two people and injured a third as part of a “list” of people he wanted dead was sentenced this week to 90 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

A.J. Armstrong found guilty in 2016 murder of parents, gets life in prison

The verdict came after 11 days of witness testimony. The high-profile case had dragged on for years after two previous juries could not reach a consensus on a verdict in 2019 and 2022.

Houston Health Department earns CDC designation as Center of Excellence for wastewater epidemiology

The Houston Health Department announced today it is now recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a National Wastewater Surveillance System Center of Excellence.

Texas Southern University student on mission to Sock Out Poverty

Princess Jackson, a freshman at Texas Southern University (TSU) is on a mission to stamp out poverty in Houston – one sock at a time. Jackson founded Sock Out Poverty, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit organization when she was nine years old and has given out over 15,000 pairs of socks to people in need.

Rev. Dr. Bernard Lafayette, r., and Former Indian Ambassador Nirupama Explore Ghandi's Influence On Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

To honor the life and work of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Chapel will host a public program featuring a short address by civil rights activist and organizer Rev. Dr. Bernard LaFayette, Jr., and former Indian ambassador Nirupama Rao. The program will be held at 7 p.m. on Dr. King’s birthday, Tuesday, January 15, 2019.

Never Again 7 Day Fundraising Campaign Meet 6 Degrees Company Member Carlos Perez!

Its Friday and Day #3 of my Campaign to raise $3500 for my new concert, Never Again. My goal is to raise $500 a day for 7 days.

Houston Arboretum presents Sip & Stroll outdoor event on Nov. 19 with peek at the newly renovated Nature Center

Enjoy a quiet evening out on the Houston Arboretum trails and get a behind-the-scenes look at the newly renovated Nature Center with the Arboretum’s Sip & Stroll outdoor event. The dimly lit walk will include two glasses of wine or Saint Arnold beer, delicious cheese offerings from GRAZE HTX and a limited-edition Echinacea etched wine glass to take home. All pairs and pods of people must maintain a distance of at least six feet on the trails and masks must be worn while inside the Nature Center.

Feeding the Need: Greater Houston Domino’s® Stores to Donate 31,000 Pizzas

Every Domino’s store will give away 200 pizzas within their local communities

Domino’s and its nationwide system of franchisees are banding together during this unprecedented crisis to do something they already do well every day: feed people pizza. Domino’s franchised and corporate stores throughout Greater Houston will donate 31,000 pizzas within their local communities, starting this week.

Swing for Kids’ Sake Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston hosted its 23rd annual golf tournament, Swing for Kids’ Sake, on May 9th at the Kingwood Country Club located in Kingwood, TX.

Controversial Statue Installation Sparks Community Outcry at University of Houston

In a clandestine operation, an 8-foot-tall statue purportedly celebrating abortion and honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg was surreptitiously brought to the University of Houston main campus under the cover of night last Thursday, ahead of its scheduled installation on February 28th. The move, perceived by many as an attempt to preempt potential protests, has ignited a firestorm of controversy within the community.

East End Houston to House Largest Maker Hub in Texas

Economic Ecosystem to Facilitate Business Development and Job Creation in the Area

East End Houston is set to become the home of the largest maker hub facility in Texas and one of the most robust economic development ecosystems in the country. The goal of the new 300,000 Sq. Ft. building is to create an environment that provides community members with access to trade skills education and career opportunities, and businesses with a state-of-the-art facility for innovation and manufacturing.

Give Back To Deserving Families in Houston This Holiday Season With ‘Color Box’

CoolxDad’s Annual Gift-Giving Project Returns

This year’s annual Color Box initiative – a donation-based holiday gift drive powered by the nonprofit organization CoolxDad – will take place November 1 to 30, 2022. CoolxDad encourages businesses and individuals throughout the Houston area to donate Christmas presents to underserved kids in the Project Row Houses community. A number of businesses will host drop-off sites for donations. CoolxDad is specifically asking for kids’ toys, electronics, and new clothing (all sizes) with a value of up to $75.00. Color Box will feature a series of events this year, includinga kick-off ceremony, a gift-wrapping event, and a fundraiser, with all funds to go toward future initiatives.

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