News & City Life

Staying positive

The Faces of Houston's Frozen Nightlife

Bayou City musicians talk about the toll of the coronavirus crisis on their careers.

05/06/2020 Photography by Marco Torres

Hold Onto Your Hats

When, Where to Watch the Blue Angels Fly Over Houston Today

The Navy's flight demonstration team is honoring COVID-19 first responders.

05/06/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

An Education

A Look at Two Restaurants That Restarted Dine-in Service

Both Dish Society and Saigon Pagolac welcomed guests to sit at tables last weekend, but what happened?

05/06/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

In deep waters

Watch This Houston Mother-daughter Duo on Shark Tank This Week

The two will face the sharks on May 6 to pitch their gadget for grandparents.

05/05/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Well, We Feel Helpless

Hamilton's 2020 Return to Houston Cancelled

The highly-anticipated national touring production is officially the latest theatrical casualty of the novel coronavirus.

05/05/2020 Photography by Emma Schkloven

The Doc Will See You Now

Goode Co. Offers Free COVID-19 Testing for All Workers

The local restaurant company has partnered with a local micro-clinic operator.

05/05/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Real Page-turners

Houston Authors Share What They've Read While Social Distancing

We’ve got such a wonderful array of talent coming out of the Bayou City, it’s no surprise their recommendations are equally diverse.

05/05/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Numbers Game

Houston Lags Behind in 2020 Census Reporting

But check out Fort Bend County!

05/04/2020 By Laura Furr Mericas

The virus isn’t gone

Harris County Extends Stay-Home Orders Until May 20

We breakdown how Hidalgo’s order relates to Gov. Abbott’s plan to reopen the state.

05/04/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Go!

What Board Games Should You Be Playing?

A guide to perfect entry level and advanced options.

05/04/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

A Sticky Situation

Former Blue Bell CEO Charged with Conspiracy for 2015 Listeria Outbreak

Paul Kruse, who retired in 2017, faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

05/01/2020 By Dianna Wray

(Don’t) Feel the Rainbow

Houston Pride 2020 Postponed Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Organizers plan to host the Bayou City's annual LGBTQ+ celebration this fall.

05/01/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Dine Over Zoom

7 Delicious Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day Differently

The following places are offering special packages, menus, and gifts that'll make any mom's day.

05/01/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp and Timothy Malcolm

5 Things: The "Sort Of Return to Normal" Edition

5 Houston Arts & Culture Activities You Can Enjoy Online This Weekend

Classical music, tiny dances, and lots of chalk.

05/01/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Stay home

H-Town Survival Kit Essentials

All of the things you need to successfully social distance in Houston.

05/01/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Get Out

The Health Benefits of Spending Time Outside

Trade in the cabin fever and nonstop panic for some sunshine.

05/01/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

The Sesquipedalian

Grace Walters Is the Spelling Bee Coach of Champions

In the world of competitive spelling, an 18-year-old from Magnolia is queen bee.

05/01/2020 By Laura Furr Mericas

Inside job

Maintaining Physical Health While Stuck at Home

Local fitness guru Samir Becic talks tips for staying healthy.

05/01/2020 By Jeff Balke

Hungry for help

How Houstonians Can Assist Their Food-insecure Neighbors

The coronavirus crisis has had a major impact on Houston's most vulnerable populations. Here's how you can help.

05/01/2020 By Emma Schkloven

They can dig it

Beneath the Houston Arboretum Are the Ruins of a World War I Training Camp

A team comes together to preserve Camp Logan's history.

05/01/2020 By Heather Saucier