People & Profiles

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

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

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

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

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

Friday Q&A

Yvonne Guidry’s SpoiledLatina Empowers Women from All Walks of Life

The entrepreneur's nationally recognized blog and annual conference teaches women to embrace change and follow their passions.

04/07/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Friday Q&A

Reeda Martin-Rudy’s Tattoo Journey

A lifetime of travel and discovery has helped the Houston native hone her craft.

03/31/2023 By Geneva Diaz

FRIDAY Q&A

Eva Longoria Is on Fire

The acclaimed actress chats about her tequila brand and her new directorial debut film, Flamin' Hot.

03/24/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Perfect Party

Win and You're In ... to Our Spring Sports Soiree

Houston's sports teams have lots to be proud of. We're inviting some of the city's biggest stars to our spring bash.

03/22/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Friday Q&A

Darryl Sharpton Is Building a Life Beyond the Field

The former Houston Texans linebacker shares his philosophy for success as an entrepreneur.

03/10/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

Lynn Wyatt Spills (Only a Few of) Her Secrets

The beloved socialite, dedicated philanthropist, and champagne and popcorn connoisseur turns 88 this year.

03/03/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

George Floyd’s Legacy Lives

Philonise Floyd and his wife, Keeta, have created a nonprofit to support their community and honor George’s memory.

02/27/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

Wade Phillips Returns to Football as Head Coach of XFL's Houston Roughnecks

In the first of our new "Friday Q&A" series, we discuss Texas, football, and Texas Football as part of the new XFL league with the legendary coach.

02/10/2023 By Jessica Lodge

Astros Update

Astros Hire Dana Brown as New General Manager 

Former Atlanta Braves executive becomes the only Black GM in MLB.

01/30/2023

History

Meyerland and the Rise of Houston’s Largest Jewish Community

Often fraught with racial, political, and environmental challenges, the path to the Meyerland we know today hasn’t always been a smooth one.

01/13/2023 By Anna Rajagopal

LACE UP

Tausha Sanders Is Creating Space For Women in the Sneaker World

"We want the same attention you pay to men."

11/29/2022 By DeVaughn Douglas

Local Artist Profile

A Houston-Based Contemporary Artist You Should Know: Bradley Kerl

Visual artist Bradley Kerl shares the people and places that inspire him to create.

11/25/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Bayougraphy

An Interview With the Voice of Houston: Melanie Lawson

How the fine art of being nosy defined a life and career.

11/23/2022 By Amarie Gipson

GO 'STROS

"Mattress Mack" Won an Astonishing $75 Million on World Series Bet

How the furniture store owner wrote the biggest sports betting success story in history.

11/07/2022 By Amarie Gipson