Fight for Her Right

Did You Know Houston Women Could Actually Vote Before 1920?

With some good, old-fashioned political maneuvering, Texas suffragists won the right to vote in state primaries starting in 1918.

08/26/2020 By Katelyn Landry

Houston Always Had Nasty Women

Meet a Few of Houston’s Suffragists

You've heard about Susan B. Anthony and Sojourner Truth, but get to know the ladies who fought for the vote right here in the Bayou City.

08/26/2020 By Kaitlyn Miller

Rent Battle

Ninfa's Uptown Locked Out of BLVD Place

The landlord at BLVD Place says the restaurant hasn't paid rent since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

08/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Getting Ready

Houston-area Hurricane Laura Closures

We’ve pulled together a list of what's not going on.

08/25/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Hurricane Laura

What Grocery Stores, Food Distribution Organizations are Doing Before and During Laura

As a hurricane approaches the Gulf Coast, we're updating with information on markets and food hubs.

08/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Stock Up, Hunker Down

Here's How Restaurants, Bars Are Preparing for Hurricane Laura

Need last-minute food and booze? Also, know which spots are closing early or altogether as the storm approaches.

08/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Some retail therapy

Retail Roundup: What Opened This Summer and What’s Coming This Fall

Lots of shoes and lots of spas.

08/25/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Meat, Rice, and Everything Nice

Our 10 Favorite Korean Spots in Houston

From barbecue to noodles to extra-crispy fried chicken, here are our recommendations across the city.

08/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Armchair Advice

Hurricane Tips from a Self-Professed Houston Hurricane Veteran

Some of us are old hat when it comes to hurricane season, but for Bayou City newcomers, that first bout of crazy weather can be intimidating.

08/25/2020 By Craig Hlavaty

Hurricane Watch

What You Need to Know about Hurricane Laura

An ongoing round-up of what we know about tropical storm Marco and Hurricane Laura.

08/24/2020 By Houstonia Staff

Proactive steps

How to Prep Your House for a Hurricane

The folks at John Moore give us short-term tips to prepare for the upcoming storms, as well as long-term advice.

08/24/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Street Food

Food News: Burger Joint Owners to Bring Tacos to Heights

Plus, some tiny-tastic donuts are now available at BCK.

08/24/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

That’s Aces

Meet the Artists of House of Cards

The new sculptural installation at Discovery Green, which features work from 20 Bayou City artists, really stacks up.

08/24/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Life's a Beach

Remember These Creations from Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition in Galveston?

Covid swept away this summer's iteration of the popular beachy pastime, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy some masterpieces from years past.

08/21/2020 Photography by Emma Schkloven

Face-Booze Live

Beer News: Eureka Heights Goes Virtual for Its Birthday Party

Plus, Sigma celebrates bars facing tough times through a very special release.

08/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

First Bite

At White Elm, Turkey Has Never Tasted So Good

A superior sandwich, plus some truly thoughtful fare, make this Memorial newcomer one to watch.

08/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Very Model

5 Virtual Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, Aug 21-23

Sweet streams are made of this.

08/21/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Get Out

Discovery Green Gears up for Fall with New Dusk to Dawn Light Installation

The downtown pocket park also has some social-distanced activities on the way.

08/21/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Get Well Soon

Sec. James Baker and Wife Recovering After Covid Diagnosis

A Houston native, Baker served under three presidents.

08/20/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Art You Ready to Drink?

Art Colony Association Draws Up New Art Talk Series

The cocktail-infused chats will feature Houston artists including Gonzo247, Tony Paraná, and Donkeeboy.

08/20/2020 By Emma Schkloven