Town Crier

The New $5 Fee That Has Everyone Talking Trash, Plus Other Houston City Council News from June

A solid waste fee, a budget vote with one dissenter, speed cushions at triple the cost, and what’s coming after the World Cup wraps.

06/30/2026 By Emily Hynds

Houstorian

Our Highly Memeable Freeways Redefined Who’s a “Houstonian”

It’s true what they say: Houston is an hour from Houston.

03/28/2025 By James Glassman

Ever Wonder Why…

Why Are the Speed Limits in Texas So Damn High?

Spoiler: it’s because Texans really do like driving that fast.

09/10/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Fleeting Beauty

Houston Views We Love to Admire while Driving

These roadside vistas make navigating the city by car more bearable.

09/04/2024 By Emma Balter

The Scenic Route

We’re Begging You to Get Off the Highway

Driving on “avoid highways” mode is the only way to truly appreciate all of Houston’s beauty.

08/19/2024 By Emma Balter

Too Fast, Too Careless

Texas Has Been Listed as the State with the Worst Drivers in 2022

The Lone Star State ties with New Mexico for the No. 1 spot.

04/08/2022 By Jessica Lodge

Drive sober

A New Report Discovers Texas Has the 5th Worst DUI Severity Score

A new study places the Lone Star State at the top of the list for drunk driving.

09/23/2021 By Craig Hayes Edited by Shelby Stewart

The Enforcer

Did You Know That You—Yes, You—Could Write Parking Tickets?

Just complete the City of Houston’s Volunteer Parking Enforcement Program, and the power could be yours.

10/28/2019 By Morgan Kinney

H-Town Diary

Becoming a Houstonian, Mile by Mile

"I’ve associated Houston itself with driving for as long as I can remember, and hard, crazy driving at that, full of traffic and complicated roadways that could throw off even the most seasoned drivers."

10/28/2019 By Schaefer Edwards

Fashion

Fall Fashion Is Going Full Throttle

This season’s looks are all gas, no brakes. Shift into high gear with graphic prints and bold, primary colors paired with sleek and edgy accessories and—most importantly—an attitude befitting the winner’s circle.

08/26/2019 Edited by Abby Ledoux Photography by Cody Bess