Houston
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Fifth Ward families get power back after blackouts and ICE concerns
Power outages at Rose Plaza have pushed families to the brink, some even afraid to seek help after past ICE activity at the complex.
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Rep. Al Green files articles of impeachment against Trump over ICE killings
On Friday, August 28, 2026, Congressman Al Green joined State Rep. Christina Morales and Houstonians for Justice for a press conference concerning ICE-related deaths around the nation, including that of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston.
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14 dive bars in Houston that the locals love
For cheap drinks, a chill vibe, or a neighborhood hole-in-the-wall where everyone knows your name, check out the 14 best dive bars in Houston, according to Houstonians.
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Learn a new hobby in Houston: 9 classes and workshops to try in 2026
Whether you’re looking to learn a new subject, fill an evening with fun, or take home new skills, these Houston classes and workshops fit every interest and personality.
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Is Houston’s top hospital accessible for Houstonians?
Houston Methodist Hospital was just ranked the best in the state, but that care comes with a price tag.
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Only two Texas restaurants made Bon Appétit’s 2026 List — one of them is in Houston
Houston’s Agnes and Sherman restaurant was named one of the Best New Restaurants for 2026 by Bon Appétit. Here’s why.
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How one West Houston program is giving homeless residents a fresh start
A pilot program in West Houston is moving homeless people into hotels temporarily while they get back on their feet. Here’s what to know.
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Worth the sauce? Anthony’s offers up Italian faves for Houston Restaurant Week
Chef Anthony Russo’s new concept participates in Houston Restaurant Weeks.
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Punching In: The Houston artist turning likes into livelihood
This Houston artist turned to social media to help create a side business. Now, posting online is her full-time job.
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Houston had WHAT? 5 past attractions we’ll never forget
These five landmarks used to bring in tourists from across the country. Now, they’re gone
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Teen trans activist calls for community care at Houston Pride
Houston native, Rose Daphne shares a bit of the pain and needs of the Texas trans community at Saturday’s Pride festival.
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Beer Can House is a Houston tradition you can’t miss
This house is made of beer cans. No, really. Beer Can House is one of those Houston landmarks you can’t leave the city without seeing.
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Punching In: Who makes Houston’s rodeo boots?
This Houston bootmaker doesn’t use any technology newer than 1950 to craft his one-of-a-kind boots—keeping an old-school tradition alive, one pair at a time.
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Punching In: The fancy pen industry is booming, and you can thank Gen Z for that
These pen collectors are bringing back the analog lifestyle and nurturing community at the same time.
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Third time’s the charm: Houston Pride Parade finally rolls Aug. 15
The annual Houston Pride Parade was originally scheduled to take place in June to coincide with the Pride Houston 365 festival but was rescheduled due to weather.
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These Texas businesses are fighting ICE—here’s how
From Houston to San Antonio, businesses across the state are combating federal immigration enforcement in creative ways.
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Houston Marathon Foundation awards scholarships to three local grads
Three recent high school graduates received scholarships from the Houston Marathon Foundation. Here are all the details (and how to apply).
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10 traditions every Houstonian should experience
Houston is full of weird and wonderful things that make our city special. Here’s a list of traditions every proud Houstonian should experience at least once.
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Are you living in one of Houston’s food deserts? Here’s what to know
While Houston continues to grow and thrive, many residents find themselves in food deserts with limited access to nutritious options.
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7 beloved Black-owned restaurants in Houston to try this month
There’s no better time than Black Business Month to eat at these Black-owned restaurants in Houston, bringing culture, history, and flavor to the city’s dining scene.
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11 farmers markets to visit in the Houston area
National Farmers Market Week is here, running from August 2-8. Texas hosts more than 200 registered farmers markets, but getting from farm to market isn’t always simple.
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Best used bookstores in Houston for book lovers
National Book Lover’s Day is on August 9 and is every reader’s opportunity to celebrate their favorite titles—new and old.
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Here’s how Houston’s neighborhoods got their names
The names of Houston’s oldest neighborhoods come from unexpected corners of the city’s past. This is how our neighborhoods got their names.
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Judge says ICE must free witness to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo shooting within 48 hours
On July 27, a federal judge ordered the release of a key witness to the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, ruling that Jose Trinidad Rojas Pliego must be freed within 48 hours.
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Rep. Menefee: ICE gets billions, hides its face and dodges accountability
ICE is the country’s best-funded law enforcement agency, yet Rep. Christian Menefee says its agents killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo without body cameras, fired into a moving vehicle and operated behind masks.
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Houstonians say rising costs and worse healthcare access are pushing families to the brink
US Rep. Christian Menefee (D-Texas) concluded his “Affordability Listening Tour” in Houston’s fifth ward community with roundtable discussions centering on economic pressures, including the rising cost of housing, groceries, healthcare, utilities, and transportation.
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‘No member of Congress should be trading stock’: Menefee says as he pushes for stronger ethics rules
US Rep. Christian Menefee says the House’s “insider trading ban” isn’t a ban at all — arguing Republicans watered it down, kept stock trading for lawmakers, and then tacked on a voter ID provision to sink the bill.
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‘Stronger than fear’: US Rep. demands answers in ICE killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
A Houston oversight forum on July 24 put US Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) use of force under scrutiny as US Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Texas) declared, “We are stronger than fear.”
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Punching In: Meet the Midtown watch clinic restoring history
Houston’s Wheeler Watch Clinic has stood on the same neighborhood streets for 69 years, helping thousands of Houstonians salvage their family histories.
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Houston Toy Museum announces closure as rent becomes too costly
The Houston Toy Museum is closing its doors on Aug. 30 due to rent prices. Here’s everything you need to know.
