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Yes, an Above-Average Hurricane Season Is Likely Heading Our Way

COVID-19 is bound to complicate things, so let's prepare.

05/27/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

To Infinity and Beyond

History Is On Hold As Weather Delays the SpaceX Launch

The history-making mission will also be the first time a private company has sent humans into space.

05/25/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Code Covid

Life on the Frontlines: The Nurses Fighting for Your Lives During the Pandemic

Health care workers speak about the challenges of working in a world ravaged by COVID-19.

05/25/2020 Photography by Arturo Olmos By Timothy Malcolm and Emma Schkloven

5 Things: The “Maybe Don’t Go to the Beach” Edition

5 Things To Do Over Your Memorial Day Weekend

Rooftops, starry skies, and a couple of queens.

05/22/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Beat the Heat

Tips for Wearing a Face Mask in Summer

How to prioritize safety and comfort when having fun in the sun.

05/22/2020 By Kaitlyn Miller

Day drink?

Which Breweries Are Opening Their Taprooms?

Starting Friday, you'll be able to drink pints outside at some breweries in the area.

05/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Drive-by Rockers

Local Band Flower Graves Talks Performing at Axelrad's Rooftop Concert This Saturday

The drive-in-style show, which also features opening act El Lago, is a test run for future events.

05/21/2020 By Carlos Brandon

(Call) if you need a friend

New Harris Center COVID-19 Support Line Offers Comfort Across the Lone Star State

The hotline is free and operational 24/7.

05/21/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Warm "Wigalow" Wishes

This Teacher’s Surprise Send-Off Will Warm Your Heart

Katy-area high school students celebrated Teacher’s Appreciation Week, social-distancing style.

05/19/2020 By Kaitlyn Miller

An Unparalleled Lunch

Our 6 Favorite Spots for Vietnamese Takeout

Fulfill your banh mi sandwich craving, or maybe it's pho time?

05/19/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

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Phase 2 is Here

A Handy Calendar of What Businesses Can Reopen in Texas and When

Plus, the state’s safety recommendations for operators and you.

05/19/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

COVID-19

This Week, Bars Can Open, Restaurants Can Move to Half Capacity

Gov. Greg Abbott says we can live in a world where we "co-exist with COVID-19."

05/18/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Mix Master

Bartenders Share Favorite Drinks to Make at Home

Let's check in with some of our favorite mixologists.

05/18/2020 By Lauro Rojas

Soothing and healing

Local Beauty Brand Donates Clean, Vegan, and Cruelty-free Hand Sanitizer

Kinkō normally sells all-natural deodorant, but when the pandemic hit, they knew they had to help.

05/18/2020 By Gabi De la Rosa

Say Goodbye

Restaurant Closings: Dak & Bop Location, Dolce Vita

One of the first food-and-drink casualties to COVID-19 has been revealed.

05/15/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Stay Dry

Storm Coming, Flash Flood Watch Issued for Houston Area

Weather events should play out over much of Saturday, experts say.

05/15/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Hear, Hear

Saint Arnold Brews a New Beer to Support Hospitality Workers

Sales of Gratuity will go toward Houston Shift Meal.

05/15/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eid Mubarak

Celebrate Eid al-Fitr with Two Weeks of Virtual Programs

Beginning May 18, Asia Society Texas will share daily online events to celebrate the end of Ramadan.

05/15/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

That’s one big bundle of joy

Houston Zoo Herd Trumpets Birth of Baby Elephant

The new addition brings the zoo’s herd up to 11.

05/15/2020 By Emma Schkloven

5 Things: The “We’re Still Mostly Virtual” Edition

5 More Houston Cultural Activities to Enjoy This Weekend

We’ve got four things to tune into online and one out in the real world—that still exists, right?

05/15/2020 By Emma Schkloven

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