Developing News

Midtown Project to Host Conservatory Food Hall, Hot Chicken Eatery

The popular hall is coming back, and a California-based spot is joining them.

02/11/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

A New Era

Expanded, Future-Looking Local Foods Market Ready to Open

Benjy's is long gone now, and in its place is an expanded store and restaurant.

02/11/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

How will we be remembered?

HMNS Transports Visitors to Ancient Pompeii

From exquisite classical frescos to early fast food, Houstonians can experience Ancient Roman life in the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s latest exhibition.

02/11/2021 By Rob Sanford

Eat at Home

What We're Ordering Out This Week: Pizza, Pork Belly Burnt Ends

We're hitting all the essential food groups this time around.

02/11/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Creativity in the Bayou City

Feel the Waves of Janavi Folmsbee's Rail to the Sea

The watercolor-like Washington Arts District mural sits right next to an active rail line headed toward the Port of Houston.

02/11/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Cover your cough

The CDC Wants You to Double-Up Your Masks

A new study finds double-masking or better fitting your medical masks can significantly reduce your exposure to Covid-19.

02/10/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Coronavirus

FEMA Is Setting Up a Mass-Vaccination Site at NRG

The pilot site is part of the president's efforts to ramp up Covid-19 vaccination efforts.

02/10/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Kitchen Inspiration

What James Beard-Nominated Dawn Burrell Has Learned from Cooking Pioneer Edna Lewis

Read more about this accomplished chef and the connections she's made through her successful career in the kitchen.

02/10/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

As Right As Rain

Space City Weather Is Getting a Phone App

The guys behind Houston’s favorite weather service hope the new app will be ready by hurricane season.

02/10/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Creativity in the Bayou City

Admire the Houston-themed Papel Picado at This East End Light-Rail Station

Part of the city's Art in Transit program, the Cesar Chavez/67th Street Station is an homage to the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots.

02/10/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Laissez les bons temps rouler

Our Favorite Krewe of Saints Houses in Galveston

Neighborhoods across the island have lit up their homes in celebration of Mardi Gras.

02/10/2021 Photography by Jeff Fitlow

With love, Houstonia

Your Ultimate Texas-Based Valentine’s Day Playlist

Have the musical greats of Texas serenade your love with this 95-song mixtape.

02/10/2021 By Adrianne Reece

On The Town

Let Your Fancy Take Flight with Books of a Feather

Instead the three Greek muses of theater, a trio of plucky birds welcome visitors Alice McKean Young Neighborhood Library.

02/10/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Did you get the baby?

5 Must-Haves for Your Mardi Gras Celebrations 

Here’s how to have an at-home Carnival.

02/09/2021 By Raven Wuebker

Raise a Glass

Our 6 Favorite Wine-and-Dine Spots in Houston

Sometimes you just need to sit back and relax with a glass (or bottle).

02/09/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Creativity in the Bayou City

If You're Ever in City Hall, Look Up

The lobby's vaulted ceiling features a New Deal-era idealized depiction of Houston.

02/09/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Your Next Reading List

Read These 10 Black Protagonist-Driven YA Books with Your Kids

Local librarians recommend powerful and inspiring coming-of-age stories.

02/09/2021 By Rebekah Kibodeaux

Creativity in the Bayou City

Check out this #HoustonStrong Mural in Midtown

Curtain Mural Houston was painted in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.

02/09/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Mask Up, Wash Up, Stay Apart

Here's What We Know about the New Covid-19 Variant Cases in Houston

The Houston Health Department has confirmed three new cases.

02/08/2021 By Dianna Wray

Hands Up, Knives Down

Get Ready to Cheer on Two Houston Stars on Top Chef

Dawn Burrell and Sasha Grumman will compete against 13 others.

02/08/2021 By Timothy Malcolm