News & City Life

The More You Know

New Hispanic History Tool Can Help Us Learn More about Houston

Galveston’s name and the bronze statue at Hermann Park have an interesting backstory.

06/21/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Love Is Love

Pride Houston Will Look Different This Year. The Heat Is to Blame.

Due to record-breaking temperatures that caused trouble in 2022, the festivities are being scaled back this Saturday—but big changes are coming in 2024.

06/20/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Mega Shark

Meet Meghan, the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Giant New Shark

The star of a new exhibit, the megalodon is 51 feet long and nine feet high—and was very hard to transport into the building.

06/12/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Bike Battle

Hardcourt Bike Polo Is Building a Strong Presence in Houston

The sport gained fans in the early aughts in Seattle before spreading across the country and to the Lone Star State.

06/06/2023 By Daniel Renfrow Photography by Richard Ramirez II

Legacy Unlocked

Becoming Legacy Man: The Origin Story of a True Houston Character

Before finding fame as a Rollerblade-dancing, synthwave-playing local legend, Derek Cooper first had to surrender.

06/05/2023 By Meredith Nudo

Landfall

Hurricane Season Is Here. What Are We in for This Year?

Local meteorologist Matt Lanza of Space City Weather answers all our brewing questions.

06/01/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Essay

Reflecting on Four Decades of Houston's Asiatown

Since taking root 40 years ago, the vibrant neighborhood remains a refuge for food and family.

05/31/2023 By Melissa Hung Illustrations by Julia Kuo

Perfect Party

Out and Proud Edition

Singers, TV hosts, a mayor, and more are invited to our next bash.

05/30/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Staying Cool

How to Have Fun in Houston This Summer in the Sweet Embrace of A/C

When sticky season comes around, there are plenty of ways to get out of the house while keeping your chill.

05/26/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Friday Q & A

Artist Serotonin Brings a Good Dose of Happiness to Houston

Through music, fashion, and more, the multidisciplinary artist just wants to “make the collective experience of life more bearable.”

05/19/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Breaking Kayfabe

Doomsday Wrestling Brings the Smack Down to H-Town

This zany amateur wrestling group is as much about piling on the laughs as it is the piledrivers.

05/12/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Heat Heroes

When Temperatures Rise, These Houstonians Come to the Rescue

One air-conditioned afternoon, water save, and snow cone at a time.

05/11/2023 By Angela Cabotaje and Geneva Diaz

One-Sentence Stories

Satirical Takes on the Latest Houston News

Wandering goats, a school district succession plan, and more.

05/08/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Friday Q&A

Up Close and Personal with Rockets Legend Kenny Smith

We sat down with “The Jet” to discuss life in the NBA, his affinity for the city of Houston, and his new book, Talk of Champions.

05/05/2023 By Jessica Lodge

Spectrum Fusion

This Houston Nonprofit Is Helping Autistic Adults Succeed in the Workplace

Spectrum Fusion's all-autistic media team helps create a sense of community and belonging for autistic adults.

04/26/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Friday Q&A

Dawn Burrell Is Cooking Up Something Great

With a new restaurant set to open in August, the former Olympic athlete turned Top Chef contestant has big plans for Houston’s culinary scene.

04/21/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Explainer

The Houston Independent School District Takeover, Explained

How this complex situation evolved, and what it could mean for Houstonians and education moving forward.

04/21/2023 By Aaron Kenedi

Bayougraphy

Miss Universe 2023, R’Bonney Gabriel, Is a True Houston Girl

And has she got some food recs.

04/17/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

The Quirky Sensibilities of Artist Seth Alverson

From fine art to furniture making, the Spring native brings a unique perspective to his craft.

04/14/2023 By Caleb Garling

Real Estate

Sugar Land’s Imperial Char House Gets a $1 Billion Makeover

After being closed for 20 years, the neighborhood icon is finally getting a facelift.

04/10/2023 By Shelby Stewart

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