City & Region

Pump Up The Fuel

Why Gas Prices Are Soaring Everywhere Except Texas

Amid climbing gas prices, Texans have a lower fare advantage compared to other states.

10/24/2022 By Jessica Lodge

Festival of Lights

9 Very Cool Diwali Celebrations and Events Around Houston

This year's Houston celebrations include light shows, ceremonies, and meals.

10/20/2022 By Shelby Stewart

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

7 Ways to Support Breast Cancer Research and Patients

Remember: it takes a village.

10/19/2022 With Chári Herndon

Snap a Pic

20 of Houston's Most Instagram-Friendly Selfie Spots

Try out one of these photogenic sites for your next Instagram post.

10/18/2022 By Jessica Lodge

GIRL TALK, GIRL WALK

Thanks to TikTok, Houston Has a New Walking Club For Women

A steadfast appreciation for Lizzo is a non-negotiable for members.

10/11/2022 By Geneva Diaz

Furry Friday

Houstonia’s Pet of the Week: Zoe the Snuggly Staffy-Pit Mix

Learn more about Houstonia's Pet of the Week from BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions.

10/07/2022 By Houstonia Staff

Furry Friday

Houstonia’s Pet of the Week: Tony the Well-Mannered Staffordshire

Learn more about Houstonia's very first Pet of the Week from BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions.

09/30/2022 By Houstonia Staff

Hispanic Heritage

How Houston's Afro-Latino Garifuna Community Is Keeping Its Culture Alive

The small-but-mighty Garifuna community in Houston is upholding their Central American roots.

09/28/2022 By Juan Antonio Sorto

UNION DRIP

A Montrose Starbucks Just Became the First in Houston to Unionize

The partners at the Starbucks at Shepherd and Harold voted 11-3 on Thursday to become the first unionized shop in Houston.

09/27/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

GENTRIFICATION

No to Townhomes: What to Know About Third Ward’s Fight Against Gentrification

Riverside Terrace residents in Third Ward have been fighting to stop a 17-unit townhome development.

09/26/2022 By Amarie Gipson

RIP Big Floyd

New Book Will Look at George Floyd’s Life

The story follows the history of his family before arriving in Houston.

11/19/2021 By Camilo Hannibal Smith

Can you dig it?

Construction-themed Amusement Park 'Dig World' Coming to Katy This Month

Get the chance to drive skid steers and UTVs at the new family-friendly theme park.

08/25/2021 By Carolina Larracilla

We knew that

TIME Magazine Recognizes Houston in World's Greatest Places 2021

Houston was named the 'Lone star stunner' on TIME's World's Best Places list.

07/23/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Plant On

Here’s What Achieving "Tree Equity" Could Mean for Houstonians

Houston’s wealthier neighborhoods have about 14-percent more tree cover than lower-income neighborhoods.

07/23/2021 By Laura Furr Mericas

We still love Houston

Houston Drops to No. 39 in Best Places to Live, According to This Study

The city significantly loses its rank from last year's charting.

07/22/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Buckle Up

Houston's I-45 Takes the Title of Most Dangerous Highway in the U.S.

The country’s deadliest road is right here in Houston.

07/21/2021 By Carolina Larracilla

We’ve got some bad news …

Are Fireworks Actually Legal in Houston?

We take a look at the laws behind shooting off firecrackers within city limits.

07/01/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

It’s all about the taxes

The Legal Logistics of Eloping

A quick guide to all of the paperwork behind your “quickie” wedding ceremony.

06/22/2021 By Sydney Davis

take your best shot

Muni Saved: Revitalizing the Historic Gus Wortham Park Golf Course

The splashiest golfing destination in town

04/27/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

it's the ship

The Beauty in our Backyard: The Houston Ship Channel in Photos

The people from around the globe who pass through the Port of Houston, keeping it the beating heart of commerce and trade.

04/12/2021 By John Dunaway Photography by John Dunaway

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