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The Knowles-Rowland House Rebuilding Ceremony

Officials have become the rebuilding process of the Knowles-Rowland House.

Third Ward on Tap Reclaims Community Space with the Revitalization of the Columbia Tap Trail

An HHA project aimed at providing safe, sustainable, and positive space for families and community members, while preserving the integrity and longevity of the historic Third Ward

Change the Pattern in Texas

Come see the AIDS Memorial Quilt in Texas May 3 - 7, 2023 in Houston

Join us in Houston, Texas to reimagine the fight to end HIV/AIDS • May 3rd - 7th

Texas Two-Step: Houston Texans Takes On In-State Rival the Dallas Cowboys for Bragging Rights

There are certain things that will let you know you are in the state of Texas. No matter how many times you have seen a person they will still greet you with, “Hey. How are you doing?” Manners is a must growing up in Texas and that’s why we always say, “Sir or Ma’am.” You will always hear stories about how this person’s barbeque is better than that person’s because in Texas barbeque is the state food. But nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing, speaks louder than “FOOTBALL,” in the great State of Texas and this week’s matchup will definitely have the volume past a ten.

UHD's Trailblazing Mentorship Program: IRS Criminal Investigation Agents to Guide UHD Students

University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is proud to pioneer an innovative mentorship initiative in collaboration with the IRS Criminal Investigation's Houston Field Office. This groundbreaking program will pair select UHD students from the Marilyn Davies College of Business with seasoned special agents, offering invaluable guidance and mentorship as they embark on their professional journeys.

HCC signs articulation agreement to create pipeline of transfer students to UST Rising Stars Internship Program

University of St. Thomas-Houston (UST) and Houston Community College (HCC) have teamed up to offer students an opportunity to start their college career at HCC and smoothly transfer to UST’s Rising Stars Internship Program. UST President Richard Ludwick and HCC Chancellor Cesar Maldonado formalized the articulation agreement on UST’s campus during a signing ceremony on Monday, Aug. 28.

The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency Now Offering Online Programs

Beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2020, 2 p.m.

The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, is launching a weekly series of online programs beginning on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at 2 p.m. via Zoom.

Chinese Community of Houston Hold Two Town Hall Meetings Addressing Recent Robbery and Shooting Incident

The Chinese community of Houston organized two crucial town hall meetings to discuss the alarming robbery and shooting incident that occurred on Sunday, June 25th, involving a restaurant employee in Asiatown. These meetings aimed to provide information, support, and foster community dialogue on enhancing public safety measures.

City of Houston Awarded Federal Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant for Gulfton and Beyond Study

The United States Department of Transportation announced the City of Houston will receive $552,160 in federal funding through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) grant program for the Reconnecting Communities: Gulfton and Beyond Study.

Houston native serves aboard Navy warship in San Diego

Petty Officer 1st Class Dontravion McAdams, a native of Houston, Texas, serves aboard a U.S. Navy warship operating out of San Diego, California.

Rep. Cleaver Introduces Legislation to Bring Transparency, Equal Opportunity to Management of College and University Endowments

Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) continued his push for greater accountability to diversity and inclusion in the trillion-dollar asset management industry with the introduction of the Endowment Transparency Act of 2022. Asset managers manage funds for others, such as individuals, organizations, and institutions, and invest college and university endowment assets which collectively total more than $821 billion.

HISD’s Report Card: 92 Percent of Schools Earn Passing Grade On State Accountability System

The Houston Independent School District earned an overall high “B” rating by the Texas Education Agency under the state accountability system for the 2018-2019 academic year, exiting nine campuses from the state’s “Improvement Required” list.

Mayor Sylvester Turner’s Complete Communities: Major Accomplishments Since April 2017 Launch

“Every community will be a community of opportunity.” ~ Mayor Sylvester Turner

Sunday Best: Celebrating Opening Day of the Obama Portraits Tour

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, invites Houstonians to celebrate at the Museum: celebrate your families; celebrate your communities; celebrate creativity, wellness, passion, and fashion; celebrate opening day in Houston of the official tour of the portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, by artists Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald (April 3–May 30, 2022). Put on your “Sunday Best” and join us for a fun, free, enriching afternoon festival at the Museum.

The Health Museum to Close Temporarily Starting March 17

The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science announced today that it will temporarily close starting tomorrow, March 17, through Sunday, March 29, 2020, to support Houston and the nation’s effort to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). The Health Museum – located at 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston, Texas 77004 – reached this decision in an abundance of caution in response to the newly-updated guidelines by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other experts regarding gatherings of more than 50 people.

Olympians Visit Houston for the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour Presented By Phillips 66

Olympians Nathan Adrian, Elizabeth Beisel, Rowdy Gaines, Cullen Jones and Chase Kalisz will participate in a community swimming activity and visits to local schools during the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour stop in Houston.

Tagore Center Foundation in Association with Pembroke Taparelli Arts and Film Festival (PTAFF) Hosts Wellness Festival Aimed at Communities of Color

The Tagore Center Foundation, in partnership with Pembroke Taparelli Arts & Film Festival (PTAFF), announces the Rooted in Wellness: An Event for Communities of Color. The event is open to the public and will take place on May 13, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Tagore Center Foundation located at 3850 Ashburnham Dr., Houston, TX 77082.

Elaine Gracia Leads National Hispanic Professional Organization to New Heights

Entrepreneur and community activist Elaine Gracia is passionate about two things, empowering Hispanics with business competencies and expanding opportunities for Hispanics that in her opinion, “have been under represented at the bargaining table

Bayou Preservation Association presents 18th Annual Symposium Oct. 6-7

“Green, in a Word, Is Good” is a virtual event featuring experts and thought leaders

The Bayou Preservation Association presents its 18th Annual Symposium Wednesday, Oct. 6 and Thursday, Oct. 7 as a virtual event with the theme Green, in a Word, Is Good. The Symposium, from 8 a.m. – noon over two days, will focus on green infrastructure as our path to a sustainable and resilient future.

Opening: Kevin Cole and George Smith, Feb. 24 at Nicole Longnecker Gallery

Nicole Longnecker Gallery announces dual exhibitions; “Danci’ with Color” featuring work by Atlanta-based artist Kevin Cole and “George Smith” by Houston icon George Smith from February 24 to March 31, 2018. There will be an artists’ reception on Saturday, February 24, from 5-8pm.

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