Community Service

Slim Thug Is Now Working at Checkers

The Houston icon is giving back this summer.

07/12/2021 By Shelby Stewart

some crappy news

Tips on How to Stay Safe Swimming This Summer

How to avoid contaminated waters.

07/12/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Trae Yay

Forget Trae Day, Houston's Getting a Trae Weekend

Trae Tha Truth's quadrupled the size of his annual day, stretching it out to four days of concerts, family fun, comedy ... and ice cream from July 22–25.

07/12/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Some like it hot

Warm Welcomes: These Dishes Will Ease You into Heat

Spicy newbies read on.

07/12/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Warning Lights

Daniel Silva's Latest Spy Thriller Sounds Familiar

Ahead of the talk for his new book, The Cellist, the spy fiction author chatted about precarious state of American democracy.

07/12/2021 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

We Ain’t Lion

Houston Zoo Is One of the Best in the Country—But We Already Knew That

The shout-out from Travel & Leisure highlighted the park's expansive conservation efforts.

07/09/2021 By Emma Schkloven

HOU Dat?

Celebrate 713 Day with Some of Houston's Brightest Rap Stars

Lil Keke, Paul Wall, and Slim Thug are all slated to make appearances during this July 13 celebrity-packed event at Rise Rooftop.

07/09/2021 By Carolina Larracilla

Free groceries

There’s Only One Day Left to Enter Kroger’s $1-Million Sweepstakes

The catch? You have to get vaccinated.

07/09/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Very Houston News

Lake Conroe Gator Says “See You Later”

Plus, we’re picking a fight with Chicago and one Astros fan picks a fight with Oakland.

07/09/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Pass the Syrup

5 Things to Do This Weekend, July 9–11

A soulful concert, powerful photography, and an all-you-can-eat-pancake art show.

07/09/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Are you Indiana Jones?

Why You Should Visit the Third Wonder of the World Now

Get Petra-fied in Jordan.

07/09/2021 By Bill Wiatrak

Wall Bustin'

4th Wall Will Break Virtual Wall During Its 2021–2022 In-Person Season

The company's four-show, 11th season kicks off in October, brings a Pulitzer winner, a Tony nom, and a continuation of a famous work to the stage.

07/08/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Getting hitched

Win a Gem at Zadok’s Summer Bridal Soiree

Eat some cake, explore local vendors, and try on wedding bands.

07/08/2021 By Carolina Larracilla

And the Reebok's with the straps

Design Your Own Reebok Sneakers in Katy This Weekend

All afternoon Saturday, customers will be able to design their own custom shoes.

07/08/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Oh no!

Food News: Suspected Drunk Driver Slams into Main Chick, Beloved Tex-Mex Spot to Close

Plus, big wine winners.

07/08/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Weaving Words

Alia Ali’s Newest Exhibit Uses Textiles to Transform Your Worldview

Ali explores the complexity of language, colonialism, and culture in her exhibit opening at Foto Relevance on July 9.

07/08/2021 By Kaitlyn Miller

Houston’s Hidden Gem: Lakeside Leisure & Family Fun in League City

Situated along Clear Lake, you’ll find water adventures, world-class sites, and an up-and-coming shopping scene that make this town a must-see summer stop.

07/07/2021