Politics

Breaking Down Houston's 2019 Mayoral Race

This year’s field is even more crowded than usual. As such, it can be hard to keep everyone straight and make an informed decision. Here are a few key things to know about the most eye-catching candidates.

09/25/2019 By Dianna Wray

About Last Night

6 Takeaways from the Democratic Presidential Debate Last Night in Houston

Politicking at Texas Southern University

09/13/2019 By Dianna Wray

Perfect Party

September's Perfect Party: Who-Wants-Pickle-Cupcakes Edition

Have you heard? We're getting a pickle festival this month. And the third Democratic primary debate.

08/26/2019 By Catherine Matusow

Perfect Party

August's Perfect Party: Never-Too-Late Edition

The 80-year-old Houstonian who just graduated from HCC has the seat of honor at our party this month, of course.

07/22/2019 By Catherine Matusow

Meet the Candidates

A (Way Too Early) Primer on the Houston Mayoral Campaign

Learn more about the top names gunning for City Hall.

06/28/2019 By Schaefer Edwards

Bayougraphy

Meet Marcel McClinton, the 17-Year-Old Activist Who's Running for City Council

The Stratford High School student and mass-shooting survivor is running against Michael Kubosh for City Council Position at Large 3 this November.

04/25/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Judge of all Trades

Does the Hon. Christine Weems Ever Sleep?

We chat with the new judge of the Texas District Court 281.

02/25/2019 By Nicki Koetting

Midterms 2018

A Heartwarming Election Day Story

How three strangers in Houston came together to ensure that one of them could vote.

11/07/2018 By Dianna Wray

Midterms 2018

What Do the 2018 Midterm Results Mean for Houston?

The low-down on what happened last night.

11/07/2018 By Dianna Wray

Vox populi

Twitter Mourns for Beto O'Rourke, the Internet's Favorite Candidate

The El Paso congressman may have lost the election, but he'll always have the tweets.

11/07/2018 By Morgan Kinney

Midterms 2018

Goodnight Charlie's Celebrates Election Day With Celebrity Help

The That '70s Show star spoke about speaking up during a Johnnie Walker party.

11/06/2018 By Amy Scott

Midterms 2018

Judge Has Ordered Extended Voting Hours at Nine Harris County Polling Locations

Voting will continue until 8 p.m.

11/06/2018 By Dianna Wray

NO bystanders

Happening Now: Score Tickets to Travis Scott's Sold-Out Astroworld Festival—If You Voted

This is not a drill.

11/06/2018 By Gabby Deleon

The 42 Percent

Please Keep Voting, If Only for the Free Frank Ocean Merch

The elusive artist has launched pop-ups in Houston and three other cities to distribute free merch to those who have voted.

11/06/2018 By Morgan Kinney

Midterms 2018

UPDATED: Scenes From Election Day 2018

Houstonians were out and about doing their civic duty.

11/06/2018 Photography by Daniel Kramer By Dianna Wray

Midterms 2018

The Houstonian's Guide to Last-Minute Election Day Details

What you need to know before you hit the polls on Tuesday.

11/05/2018 By Dianna Wray

Midterms 2018

Where to Watch the Election Results

You have quite a few options.

11/05/2018 By Drew Jones

Fit To Print

Food News: Galleria-Area Bistro Opening at Spa

Plus, where else you can go after voting on Tuesday. You're voting, right?

10/31/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Show That Sticker

Food News: Vote on Election Day and Get a Free Meal

Plus, get ready for Thanksgiving. Restaurants are starting to roll out plans.

10/29/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Before You Vote

Voting Early? Important Information Every Houstonian Should Know

Read up on the candidates in English, Spanish, or Vietnamese.

10/22/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp