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Texas Southern University Takes Leading Role in Historic Fleet Week Houston 2026
Texas Southern University is playing a leading role in Fleet Week Houston, highlighting its commitment to military engagement, education, and community leadership during Houston’s first large-scale naval celebration.
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Fort Bend Commissioner Race Hinges on Court Ruling
A legal dispute over Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Democratic runoff eligibility has reached the Texas Supreme Court after a lower court ruled candidate Brittanye Lashay Morris ineligible due to residency concerns, temporarily placing her status on the ballot in limbo while the court decides whether to uphold or overturn the decision.
From Steelworker to Statewide Contender: Marcos Vélez Emerges as a Runoff Surprise in Texas Lt. Governor Race
Marcos Vélez, a first-time candidate with deep labor roots, has emerged as a surprising and viable contender in Texas’ Democratic lieutenant governor runoff, challenging expectations in a race once dominated by established political figures.
Houston City Council Limits Police Interactions with ICE in 12-5 Vote
The Houston City Council passed a 12-5 ordinance limiting local police interactions with ICE, enhancing transparency and setting clear rules for civil immigration enforcement.
Texas Southern’s Johnny Jones Departs for LSU After Historic Run with Tigers
Texas Southern University’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach Johnny Jones is leaving after eight successful seasons to join LSU as an assistant, leaving a legacy of championships, historic wins, and strong student-athlete development.
BBQ Fundraiser for Fallen Deputy Kenneth Lewis
A community BBQ fundraiser on April 10 will honor Deputy Kenneth Lewis and support his family following his tragic death after stopping to assist stranded motorists.
Houston, Get Ready to Take Off: Free Fleet Week Aircraft Display Lands at Lone Star Flight Museum
Houston’s Lone Star Flight Museum is hosting a free Fleet Week aircraft display on April 18 and 19, featuring Navy, Marine, and Coast Guard planes, interactive exhibits, and a family-friendly aviation experience.
Jet, Set, Nashville: The Hutton Hotel Unveils a Fresh, Luxe Vibe
Nashville’s Hutton Hotel has a fresh new look after a $40 million renovation, offering Houstonians a stylish, pet-friendly getaway with redesigned rooms, world-class dining, immersive music experiences, and a full-service spa and fitness center
Pour Minds Bring “Still Sippin Tour” Home to Houston
Houston’s own Pour Minds podcast hosts return to the stage with their “Still Sippin Tour,” bringing unfiltered conversations, humor, and interactive moments to a hometown crowd.
Watch the First Widow’s Bay Teaser Trailer and Discover Apple TV’s New Horror Comedy
Widow’s Bay blends eerie island folklore with character-driven comedy as a timid mayor fights to revive his town while a long-forgotten curse resurfaces.
The Tipped Wage is a Legacy of Slavery. Chicago is Right to End it.
Chicago’s move to eliminate the tipped wage highlights its roots in post-slavery labor practices and aims to create a more equitable pay structure for service workers.
HCA Houston Northwest Earns 2026 Patient Safety Award
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest earned the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades, ranking among the top 10% of U.S. hospitals for patient safety while expanding services with Aquablation therapy.
Supergirl Soars: Watch Milly Alcock’s DC Hero in Action – Trailer Out Now!
DC Studios’ Supergirl, starring Milly Alcock, hits theaters June 26, 2026 — watch the trailer now for a first look at the iconic superhero’s big-screen debut.
Over 1,300 Students and Industry Leaders Attend Women in Industry Conference 2026 in Galveston
Over 1,300 students, educators, and industry leaders attended the Women in Industry Conference 2026 in Galveston, inspiring girls to pursue careers in engineering, construction, maritime, oil and gas, chemical, and industrial sectors.
Harris County Files Brief to Restore State HUB Program and Protect Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses
Harris County is backing a court challenge to restore Texas’s Historically Underutilized Business Program and protect minority- and women-owned businesses from recent eligibility cuts.
Flip Circus Brings a Thrilling, Family-Friendly Big Top Experience to Houston This Spring
The all-new Flip Circus brings a thrilling, family-friendly big top experience to Houston this spring with world-class performers, daring stunts, and live music.
Houston Unions Back HPD Immigration Ordinance by Council Member Salinas
The Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation has endorsed an ordinance led by Alejandra Salinas, Abbie Kamin, and Edward Pollard to set clearer limits on the Houston Police Department’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, citing concerns over public safety, education impacts, and community trust.
East End Street Fest to Celebrate Houston’s First-Ever Fleet Week with Free Cultural Festival
East End Street Fest will celebrate Houston’s first-ever Fleet Week with a free, family-friendly cultural festival on Navigation Boulevard highlighting music, food, and Latino heritage.
Aldine ISD to Host Choice Schools Festival Showcasing 30+ Specialized Programs in Houston
Aldine ISD will host its Choice Schools Festival on March 28, giving families the chance to explore more than 30 specialized programs and academic pathways in one location.
CAIR-Texas Urges Fairness on Religious Liberty Committe
CAIR-Texas and Muslim American Society Dallas are urging Texas leaders to ensure the new Senate Select Committee on Religious Liberty operates with fairness, transparency, and equal protection for all faith communities.
Houston Public Library Hosts Award-Winning Author Chencia C. Higgins for Exclusive Book Talk and Sneak Peek of New Novel
Houston Public Library will host award-winning romance author Chencia C. Higgins for a free March 28 Author Talk at Young Neighborhood Library, featuring a preview of her upcoming novel A Little Kissing Between Friends
Texas Southern University Researcher Awarded $100K Grant to Study Firearm Deaths After Incarceration
A Texas Southern University researcher has received a $100,000 grant to study the factors driving firearm-related deaths among individuals in the critical first year after release from incarceration.
Houston Faith Leaders Back Rep. Christian Menefee’s Re-Election Bid in Newly Redrawn 18th District
Congressman Christian Menefee has received endorsements from 25 Houston pastors as he campaigns for re-election in the newly redrawn 18th Congressional District, where he faces Rep. Al Green after Republican-led redistricting forced a new election
Watch the Trailer for Beast: A Gritty MMA Comeback Story
In Beast, a retired MMA legend returns to the cage for one final, brutal showdown to save his brother and protect his legacy.
Congressman Christian Menefee Visits Houston Immigration Detention Facility, Calls for Reform
Congressman Christian Menefee visited the Houston Contract Detention Facility to highlight harsh conditions for ICE detainees and call for humane immigration reform, amid reports that CoreCivic earned $742 million from ICE contracts in 2025.
Houston’s Ensemble Theatre Presents the Poetic and Powerful ‘Choir Boy’
Houston’s Ensemble Theatre presents Choir Boy, a Tony-nominated, poetic coming-of-age musical exploring identity, sexuality, and community among young Black students.
Houston Blood Drive Honors Legacy While Raising Awareness About Sickle Cell Disease
A Houston blood drive honoring Jesse and Leona Mays aims to boost lifesaving donations and raise awareness about sickle cell disease, which disproportionately impacts Black Americans.
Children’s Museum Houston Raises Record $237,000 at Friends and Families Luncheon
Children’s Museum Houston’s 2026 Friends and Families Luncheon raised a record $237,000, celebrating early childhood learning and unveiling the new Gallery of Wonder for infants and toddlers.
Texas Southern University Approves Ascend 2030 Strategic Plan Ahead of Centennial
Texas Southern University has approved Ascend 2030, a strategic plan guiding its growth, academic excellence, and community impact as it approaches its 100th anniversary in 2027.
Harrison Guy Named Creative and Producing Director for Houston’s Black Like That Festival
Acclaimed artist and activist Harrison Guy will lead the 2026 Black Like That Festival in Houston, celebrating Black queer culture, art, and community on June 27 at Ironworks.
Representative Lauren Simmons Secures $30,000 in State Funding for Houston Museum of African American Culture
Representative Lauren Simmons secured $30,000 in state funding to support the Houston Museum of African American Culture’s exhibitions, educational programs, and community initiatives.
Houston Arboretum Spring Plant Sale Offers Native Plants for Gardeners and Plant Enthusiasts
The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center will host its Spring Plant Sale March 20 and 21, offering nearly 200 varieties of Texas native plants for gardeners and plant enthusiasts.
Kroger Customer Appreciation Week Brings Major Grocery Deals and Daily Discounts March 11–17
The Kroger Co. is celebrating Customer Appreciation Week from March 11–17 with deep discounts on groceries, daily surprise deals, and special savings aimed at helping families stretch their budgets during challenging economic times.
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas Unveils 2.2-Acre Lagoon and $100M Renovation in San Antonio
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas in San Antonio unveils its 2.2-acre Big Spring lagoon and completes a $100M renovation, offering luxury villas, upgraded dining, world-class golf, and a Texas Hill Country beach experience for spring break, weekend getaways, and summer road trips.
Houston’s Goode Co. Taqueria Unveils First Major Menu Update Since 2019
Houston’s Goode Co. Taqueria unveils its first major menu update since 2019, featuring new breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes alongside longtime mesquite-grilled favorites at its Kirby Drive location.
Kinder Foundation Awards $55 Million Grant to Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research
The Kinder Foundation has awarded Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research a $55 million grant, bolstering its endowment and funding immediate programs to advance research, public engagement, and solutions for Houston’s urban challenges.
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Debuts Wasserbahn Racers for Summer 2026 Thrill
Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels is kicking off its 2026 season with the debut of Wasserbahn Racers, a high-speed three-lane mat racing slide designed to deliver competitive thrills and new enhancements across the park.
Houston High School Seniors Can Apply for $10,000 Daikin Most Valuable STEAM Scholarship Through March 31
Houston-area high school seniors can now apply for the Daikin Most Valuable STEAM Scholarship, a $100,000 program awarding ten $10,000 scholarships to students pursuing higher education in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Crawfish Cafe and Pho Prime Unite in New 10,000-Square-Foot Chinatown Destination
Crawfish Cafe and Pho Prime have merged into a newly renovated 10,000-square-foot dual-concept restaurant in Houston’s Chinatown, blending Viet-Cajun seafood favorites with Vietnamese classics in a full-service dining space designed for gatherings and cultural experience.
Dairy Queen Celebrates Spring with Free Cone Day in Texas
Houston-area Dairy Queen fans can celebrate the first day of spring on March 19 with a free small vanilla cone and enjoy new mint-flavored treats all month long.
Portillo’s Debuts Birthday Cake, Cake Shake and Houston Rodeo Burger Deal
Portillo’s is celebrating with a limited-time Birthday Cake and Cake Shake available through April 6, while Houston-area fans can also score a $6 Rodeo Burger deal during rodeo season through March 8.
Toro District™ Development Plans Unveiled for Northwest Harris County
The Houston Texans, Harris County, and Howard Hughes have unveiled plans for Toro District™, an 83-acre mixed-use sports and entertainment development in northwest Harris County projected to generate $34 billion in economic impact and create more than 17,000 jobs.
Sand Branch Water Crisis: Ongoing Efforts Highlight Need for Permanent Infrastructure
Sand Branch, an unincorporated community in Dallas County, Texas, has long lacked municipal water and sewer services; local leaders and advocates are coordinating funding and planning efforts to bring running water to the area.
Texas Democratic Primary Early Voting Underway as Crockett and Talarico Campaign for Nomination
Early voting is underway in Texas for the March 3 Democratic primary, where U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico are competing for the Senate nomination, highlighting differing campaign strategies, voter engagement efforts, and national attention.
Early Voting Begins in Texas Senate Primary; Disability Group Endorses Jasmine Crockett
Disability Community for Democracy endorses Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Texas U.S. Senate race as early voting begins in the Democratic primary against James Talarico.
Sugar Land Welcomes the Year of the Fire Horse with Free Lunar New Year Festival at Kroger
As early voting begins across Houston and Harris County, competitive congressional races and newly drawn districts are energizing voters in what could be one of the region’s most consequential primary elections in years.
Understanding Texas Primaries: Your Chance to Pick Candidates You Actually Like
Texas primary elections let voters in Harris and Fort Bend Counties help choose candidates for the November ballot, with open primaries, early voting, and resources to guide every voter.
Museums Come Alive: Celebrate National Engineers’ Day at Children’s Museum Houston and Fort Bend Discovery Center
From racing wind-powered cars to creating pedal-powered art bikes, kids can explore, build, and blast off into hands-on engineering fun on Feb. 28.
Kids and families can celebrate National Engineers’ Day on Feb. 28 at Children’s Museum Houston and Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center with hands-on activities like wind-powered cars, straw rockets, and pedal-powered art bikes.
Houston Symphony Brings Distant Worlds: Music from FINAL FANTASY to Jones Hall in June 2026
Experience an epic multimedia concert with full orchestra, chorus, HD visuals, and special guest Amanda Achen in downtown Houston
The Houston Symphony will present Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY at Jones Hall on June 6–7, 2026, featuring a full orchestra, chorus, HD game visuals, and special guest vocalist Amanda Achen.
Service, Transparency, and Technology: Shah Haleem Seeks to Modernize the Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office
Entrepreneur Shah Haleem is running for Fort Bend County Clerk, emphasizing technology modernization, transparency, and community-focused service in an office that impacts nearly every resident.
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