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Crowds Throng Downtown in Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Approximately 20,000 people gathered in downtown Houston for the 42nd annual parade.

01/21/2020 Photography by Daniel Kramer and Samantha Dorisca

Shaken, Not Stirred

New Study Ranks Texas the 39th Drunkest State in America

Bottoms up.

01/20/2020 By Abby Ledoux

A Black Day For Baseball

Everything to Know About the Astros' Wild Day

After punishments and firings, what's next for the 'Stros and us fans?

01/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

About Time

JJ Watt Has an (Official) Draft Day Bobblehead Now

Better late than never, right?

01/10/2020 By Abby Ledoux

Presidential Picks

Obama Had Love for Houston in 2019

Here are all the Houstonians who made 44's famous year-end lists of favorites.

12/30/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Year in Review

Our 10 Most Popular Stories of 2019

Travis Scott, rare books, Drag Queen Storytime, and more topped the list this year.

12/30/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Ice House

This Renowned Photographer Captures the Beauty and Ugliness of a Changing Houston

Our city’s evolution, in images.

12/27/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Ice House

How Did a Houston Med Student Fall for a Major Psychic Scam?

“The psychic is offering a very powerful product,” says investigator Bob Nyaard. “They’re selling false hope.”

12/27/2019 By Dianna Wray

H-TOWN DIARY

A Digital Purge for a New Decade

One writer takes stock of who, exactly, he’s become.

12/27/2019 By Craig Hlavaty

BAYOUGRAPHY

Meet Houston’s Real-Life Rosie the Riveter

At 94, Frances Vinelli finally flies in a B-25.

12/27/2019 By Heather Saucier

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ICE HOUSE

January’s Perfect Party: A-Star-Is-Born Edition

The first fete of the new decade calls for a feline guest of honor.

12/27/2019 By Catherine Matusow

Ice House

How Many Bananas Does It Take to Refuel Houston Marathon Runners?

That answer and more in the 48th annual Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Half by the numbers.

12/27/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Ice House

Did You Know One of the World’s Top Ferrari Racing Teams Is Right Here in Houston?

Risi Competizione burns up the track and brings home the trophies.

12/27/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

The Drawl

Face-Off: Houston 2010 vs. Houston 2020

Yes, there was a time before Altuve, Harden, Watson, and Watt.

12/27/2019 By Craig Hlavaty Illustrations by Amy Kinkead

Happy in Houston

The Pursuit of Happiness: 60 Ways to Have Your Best Year Ever

New decade, new you.

12/27/2019 Edited by Dianna Wray

Hotel Boomtown

3 Coming Attractions to Houston’s Hospitality Scene

More new lodging options to get excited about.

12/27/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Woof

These Were the Most Popular Pet Names in Houston For 2019

People actually named their dogs Lizzo and Brisket.

12/24/2019 By Josh Davis

Q&A

Jeannie Mai Talks Stopping Traffic

The stylist and talk show host is on a mission to help end human trafficking.

12/18/2019 By Paola Kustra

Politicking

Turner Coasts to Victory in Houston's Mayoral Runoff

A subdued ending to an intense race ends with Buzbee leaving on a jet plane. Seriously.

12/16/2019 By Dianna Wray

Hair Done, Nails Done, Everything Did

Meet the App That Wants to Be the Uber of Beauty Services

Houstonian Joy Hutton's on the go GLAM will bring the salon to you, on demand.

12/10/2019 By Rebekah Kibodeaux

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