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Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Texas Lawmakers Kick Off Tax-Free Weekend with Relief for Working Families
Houston leaders celebrate the enduring legacy of a Texas sales tax holiday created more than a quarter-century ago.
As Texas families prepare for a new school year, Harris County leaders are reminding shoppers that the annual back-to-school sales tax holiday offers a chance to save on essential supplies and clothing.
Inwood Rose Hill Rises: Grand Parkway Development Plants Seeds for Apartments, Major Retail—and a Future H-E-B
A major mixed-use development is taking shape along the Grand Parkway in northwest Houston, where new apartments are under construction and H-E-B already owns land that could become a future retail anchor.
Houston Theater Week 2026 Raises the Curtain on BOGO Deals—Use Promo Code HTW26
Houston Theater Week returns Aug. 24–30 with buy-one, get-one-free tickets to nearly 400 performances across the city using promo code HTW26.
Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin Secures Court Order Requiring Implementation of Life-Saving Soot Standard
A major court victory could bring cleaner air to Harris County as the EPA is ordered to enforce tougher soot pollution standards that health experts say could save thousands of lives.
From the East Wing to Harris County: Dr. Letitia Plummer Supports Dr. Jill Biden at Houston Book Tour Stop
An Evening with Dr. Jill Biden Brings Education, History and Women’s Leadership to the Wortham Theater Center
Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden brought her memoir tour to Houston, where an evening of conversation on leadership and education also featured Harris County Judge candidate Dr. Letitia Plummer reflecting on public service.
Houston Fifth Ward Families Put Affordability on the Record as US Rep. Menefee Concludes National Listening Tour
Houston residents gathered in the Fifth Ward to share firsthand stories about rising living costs, helping shape national affordability policy through a community listening tour led by U.S. Rep. Christian Menefee.
Exodus Women’s Conference “She Is Planted” Returns to Houston August 7–8, Expanding to Welcome 1,500 Women for Faith, Healing and Purpose at Fallbrook Church
Houston women are being invited to trade burnout for breakthrough as the sold-out Exodus Women's Conference returns bigger than ever, promising a weekend of faith, healing and purpose rooted in the theme "She Is Planted."
Texas Southern University Taps Dr. Juan M. Alexander Sr. to Drive Enrollment and Student Success
Accomplished HBCU enrollment strategist brings nearly two decades of experience to TSU during a pivotal period of institutional growth.
Texas Southern University is investing in its next generation of Tigers, naming veteran enrollment leader Dr. Juan M. Alexander Sr. to guide student recruitment, retention and success as the historic HBCU builds on record-breaking momentum.
Can You Hear Chicago Breathe?
One Night. One City. One Unforgettable Multimedia Experience Celebrating the Heart and Soul of Chicago
Chicago's heartbeat takes center stage as acclaimed artist 7 Metrix transforms music, poetry, storytelling and visual art into a one-night celebration of Black culture, resilience and the city's enduring creative spirit.
More Than One Million Participants Highlight Houston’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Success Story
Final tournament data highlights record-setting attendance, safe operations, transportation performance and memorable moments across Houston Stadium and FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston
Houston's record-breaking FIFA World Cup 2026 run drew more than one million fans, welcomed visitors from over 200 countries, and showcased the city as a world-class destination for sports, culture, and global events.