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The Weirdest Houston News of 2024

A look back on the crazy headlines that kept us entertained (or outraged) all year.

01/16/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Up, Up, and Away!

Sugar Land’s Newest Transit System Might Be...a Gondola?

The city could be the first to have Whoosh, a flying public transport service.

01/13/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Travel Woes

Will George Bush Airport’s Construction Chaos Ever End?

Traveling on a plane is already dreadful, but we have some good news for you.

01/10/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Giddy Up

Here's the Full 2025 Houston Rodeo Entertainer Lineup

Get ready to dust off your cowboy boots.

01/09/2025 By Uvie Bikomo and Meredith Nudo

Ever Wonder Why…

How Did the Houston-Dallas Beef Even Come to Be?

All the fundamental differences that make us love to hate each other.

01/08/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Bayougraphy

Dr. Peter Hotez’s Fight for Vaccines Is Not Just in the Lab

The Houston-based scientist talks about his accomplishments, political culture wars, and his battle on misinformation.

01/06/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

The Must List

Pueblo People Lead the Narrative at MFAH’s Grounded in Clay

The exhibit covers a millennia of Indigenous pottery, showcasing over 100 clay works handpicked by curators from all 19 Pueblo tribes.

01/02/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Extra! Extra!

Read All About It: Houstonia’s Top 15 Stories from 2024

Beto O’Rourke and the Houstonian of the Year awards topped our list of most popular articles this year.

12/30/2024 By Uvie Bikomo and Meredith Nudo

Walking On a Dream

If Only Houston Could Have No-Car Zones in These Areas...

Imagine not being constantly swarmed by cars.

12/23/2024 By Allyn West

Imani

Top Kwanzaa Events in the Houston Area This Year

The Pan-African holiday begins the day after Christmas.

12/17/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

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Bayougraphy

Meet Jennifer Ford, Game-Changing Sneaker Retailer

Houston-based Premium Goods, the only Black woman–owned sneaker retailer in the country, turned 20 this year.

12/10/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Bayougraphy

Legendary Swimmer Johnnie Means Is an Athletics and Civil Rights Hero

He desegregated competitive swimming three years before the Civil Rights Act and coached Houstonians through athletics and life for over 60 years.

12/09/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Ever Wonder Why…

What’s the Deal with Houston’s Blue Tile Street Signs, Anyway?

The iconic tiles had to come from somewhere. We asked Preservation Houston to tell us a little bit about how the legend was born.

12/02/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Yes Ma’am, No Ma’am

Our Not-at-All Controversial Ranking of Famous Houstonians

Yes, Beyoncé and Megan are on here. But there are also plenty of folks to hate on.

12/02/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Local Lore

Forgotten Houston Dishes

Ura gonna love Ima Hogg 'n eggs.

11/27/2024 Illustrations by James Glassman

The Must List

Heritage Society’s New Exhibit Centers Karankawa History and Culture

Karankawa: An Enduring Culture of Texas educates visitors on Houston’s original inhabitants and addresses concerns regarding artifact ownership in the museum industry.

11/26/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Turkey Day

What to Expect from the 2024 H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade

From performances to floats and even road closures, here are all the details Houstonians should know.

11/25/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Giving Season

Local Nonprofits to Donate to for the Issues You Care About

These organizations show up for the less fortunate in Houston, so let’s show up for them.

11/25/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Festive Foraging

Visit These Local Farms to Pick Your Own Christmas Tree

No better way to really feel the joy of the season.

11/20/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

The Must List

Houston Botanic Garden’s Radiant Nature Returns with All New Lanterns

The show’s second year keeps the popular angel wings and swings, but brings to life over 55 installations never before seen at the green space.

11/19/2024 By Meredith Nudo

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