Editor’s Note

Spring in Houston Doesn’t Last, but the City Makes It Count

Rodeo season, baseball games, outdoor dining, and cultural moments collide during one of Houston’s most energized stretches of the year.

03/30/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Spring Bucket List

How Houstonians Love to Spend Spring

Crawfish boils, Rodeo traditions, gardens, art events, and allergy survival. Here’s how locals make the most of spring in H-Town before the heat sets in.

03/20/2026 Edited by Erica Cheng By Houstonia Staff

Spring in Houston

Where to Find Houston’s Most Beautiful Public Gardens

These seven public gardens highlight Houston’s biodiversity during the city’s most beautiful season.

03/04/2026 By Claire Sewell

Sigh

Here We Go Again: Another Historic Theater Faces Potential Demolition

Originally formed to preserve River Oaks Theatre, Arthouse Houston is back in action to repeat its success, this time in support of the Garden Oaks Theater. But why the hell does this keep happening?!

02/25/2026 By Meredith Nudo

The People’s Choice

It’s Time to Vote for Houstonian of the Year

Meet the finalists shaping Houston through advocacy, politics, culture, food, and community—and cast your vote for who deserves the honor.

09/29/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley and Houstonia Staff

Houstorian

Beyond River Oaks: How Houstonians Watched Movies Before Megaplexes

An historic movie theater can be just as much a work of art as the films shown inside, and the ones still standing are a reminder of our city’s architectural heritage.

06/27/2025 By James Glassman

Culture War

Why Bike Lanes Have Become a Heated Topic of Debate in Houston

Arguments around biking infrastructure and Mayor Whitmire’s spree of removals have turned this seemingly uncontroversial topic into the city’s thorniest issue.

06/06/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Snack Time

H-E-B Snacks That Should Be on Your Grocery List (and What to Skip)

We ranked popular store brands from the two-bite brownies to knockoff Oreos. Here’s what lived up to the hype.

06/04/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Dreamers

With Immigration Fear on the Rise, These Houston Chefs Are Using Their Voices

The Trump administration’s mass deportations are hurting the restaurant industry, but the city’s DACA recipient chefs are not staying quiet.

05/28/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Houstorian

The Spirit of the Montrose Is Alive(ish) on Lower Westheimer

A look at how the neighborhood’s vibrant artery has evolved over the decades.

05/23/2025 By James Glassman

Grocery Wars

How Kroger Competes in Our H-E-B Dominated City

The national chain is staying relevant in the Houston market with a wine bar, good cheese, barbecue, and a Hispanic concept store.

05/21/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Out and Proud

Listening to Hope and History with KPFT’s Queer Voices

The program has chronicled the past and present of Houston’s LGBTQ+ community for five decades, and it’s gearing up to be a critical element of the future.

05/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Ever Wonder Why…

Why Do Texans Love H-E-B Like No Other?

Not all grocery stores are built equally...and no store does more.

04/16/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

H-Town Till We Drown

150+ Reasons to Love Houston

Why we’re still totally in love with (and committed to) the Bayou City.

04/11/2025 By Emma Balter, Uvie Bikomo, Sofia Gonzalez, and Meredith Nudo

Reasons to Love Houston

Houston's Public Art Has Never Been Better

The city funds its art community, and it shows. Here are some of our favorite works about town.

04/01/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Classics

How Yale Street Grill Has Thrived by Staying Exactly the Same

The restaurant might now be known for its delicious burgers and breakfast plates, but when it opened in 1923, it was known as Yale Street Pharmacy.

03/18/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Ever Wonder Why…

What’s the Deal with Houston’s Blue Tile Street Signs, Anyway?

The iconic tiles had to come from somewhere. We asked Preservation Houston to tell us a little bit about how the legend was born.

12/02/2024 By Meredith Nudo

'Tis the Season

Houstonia’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide to Shopping Local

Holiday shopping can be a hassle. But don't worry—we’ve got your back with a some of our local faves.

11/11/2024 By Uvie Bikomo and Meredith Nudo

Council Concerns

What Your Neighbors Are Complaining about at Houston City Hall

These are the local political issues Houstonians actually care about.

09/18/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Freeway Fighters

TxDOT Wants to Expand I-10. This Group Is Not Having It.

The group No Higher, No Wider I-10 is advocating for a cap of the highway as an alternative to expansion or elevation.

09/16/2024 By Uvie Bikomo