Sam Cohen
Sam is the Editorial Product Manager in the Community Department at COURIER Newsroom. Prior to joining the organization, Sam worked as a writer and editor covering topics ranging from literature, health & wellness, and astrology to the British royal family and profiles of notable actors and musicians.
From Beyoncé to Dennis Quaid: 10 Texas celebrities you didn’t know were from Houston
| June 6, 2025
Certain celebrities are open about sharing details of their upbringings, including where they grew up and how living in that area influenced them as individuals and artists. However, others might not be as forthcoming with this type of personal information, so you’d be forgiven for not knowing that some celebs are actually from Houston.
Election officials vs. election observers vs. election campaigners: What’s the difference?
| October 18, 2024
Election officials, observers, and campaigners have very specific jobs throughout the election process. Here’s what you need to know about each.
Celebrate Pride Month with these must-read books
| June 18, 2024
We asked our colleagues across Courier Newsroom to share recommendations for books by LGBTQ+ authors. Here’s what they said.
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with these staff-recommended must-read books
| May 6, 2024
We asked our colleagues across Courier Newsroom to share recommendations for books by AAPI authors. Here’s what they said.
Here’s everything you need to know about this month’s Mercury retrograde
| April 10, 2024
Mercury retrograde is happening through April 25 and this may have an impact on your life. Here's what you need to know about mercury retrograde.
The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments
| April 2, 2024
The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments. Here's what you need to know about these women and their zodiac signs.