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Houstonians on social media, whether influencers or regular ol’ Texans craving a good meal, seek out all types of food from trendy and Instagrammable to just really, really tasty.

Houston’s most social media-famous food joints in 2026

by Rebecca Deurlein

Community | CULTURE | food & drink | food and drink | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE
In Galveston, the Texas Department of Transportation recently finished placing 10 wildlife crossing signs along main roads in an effort to protect the local ghost wolf population, as well as other creatures in the area.

New road signs aim to slow cars — and save Galveston’s ghost wolves

by Sam Cohen

animals | galveston | Gulf Coast Canine Project | HTX | HTX-hardgate | Local news | SAFETY | wildlife | wildlife crossing signs
NASA’s historic Artemis II mission named a lunar crater after the late Carroll Wiseman, a former Friendswood nurse.

Carroll Wiseman’s legacy was written in the stars

by Sam Cohen

Artemis II | astronauts | Carroll Crater | Carroll Wiseman | Community | Friendswood | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | NASA’s Artemis II mission | Texas Lead Story
A new 122-acre mixed-use development has received approval from the Pearland City Council in March.

Pearland greenlights Orchard at Lower Kirby, a new 122-acre mixed-use development

by Sam Cohen

Community | development | HTX | HTX-hardgate | mixed use development | pearland | The Orchard at Lower Kirby | waterfront entertainment
Attending a Houston Astros game is always a blast.

The 15 best Houston Astros promos of the 2026 season

by Joey Held

baseball | Community | CULTURE | FAMILY | family friendly | houston astros | houston astros promos | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | SPORTS
Houston’s position on the Gulf Coast places it within a four-hour drive of Louisiana, but this city’s connection with the Creole State goes much deeper.

The 5 best Cajun restaurants in Houston, according to the locals

by Rebecca Deurlein

Abe’s Cajun Market | cajun food | cajun restaurants | CULTURE | food & drink | food and drink | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen | The Boot | Treebeards | Viola and Agnes | Zydeco Louisiana Diner

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Houstonians on social media, whether influencers or regular ol’ Texans craving a good meal, seek out all types of food from trendy and Instagrammable to just really, really tasty.

Houston’s most social media-famous food joints in 2026

by Rebecca Deurlein

| April 15, 2026

Community | CULTURE | food & drink | food and drink | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE
Showstopping dishes, lively atmospheres, and celebrity sightings draw influencers to these social media-famous restaurants in Houston. Houstonians on social media, whether influencers or regular ol’ Texans craving a good meal, seek out all types of food from trendy and Instagrammable to just really, really tasty. Then they spread the word online, and that leads to…lines. But this […]
In Galveston, the Texas Department of Transportation recently finished placing 10 wildlife crossing signs along main roads in an effort to protect the local ghost wolf population, as well as other creatures in the area.

New road signs aim to slow cars — and save Galveston’s ghost wolves

by Sam Cohen

| April 8, 2026

animals | galveston | Gulf Coast Canine Project | HTX | HTX-hardgate | Local news | SAFETY | wildlife | wildlife crossing signs
Wildlife crossing signs have been installed in Galveston to protect the ghost wolves. Here’s what you need to know.
NASA’s historic Artemis II mission named a lunar crater after the late Carroll Wiseman, a former Friendswood nurse.

Carroll Wiseman’s legacy was written in the stars

by Sam Cohen

| April 8, 2026

Artemis II | astronauts | Carroll Crater | Carroll Wiseman | Community | Friendswood | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | NASA’s Artemis II mission | Texas Lead Story
NASA’s historic Artemis II mission named a lunar crater after the late Carroll Wiseman, a former Friendswood nurse. Here’s what to know.
A new 122-acre mixed-use development has received approval from the Pearland City Council in March.

Pearland greenlights Orchard at Lower Kirby, a new 122-acre mixed-use development

by Sam Cohen

| April 2, 2026

Community | development | HTX | HTX-hardgate | mixed use development | pearland | The Orchard at Lower Kirby | waterfront entertainment
A new 122-acre development was recently approved by the Pearland City Council. Here’s what you need to know.
Attending a Houston Astros game is always a blast.

The 15 best Houston Astros promos of the 2026 season

by Joey Held

| April 2, 2026

baseball | Community | CULTURE | FAMILY | family friendly | houston astros | houston astros promos | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | SPORTS
The Houston Astros are looking to add another championship to the franchise’s accolades, and they’re doing a ton of fun promo giveaways along the way. Another baseball season is underway! Attending a Houston Astros game is always a blast. From the crack of the bat to the endless snacks to singing “Take Me Out to the Ball […]
Houston’s position on the Gulf Coast places it within a four-hour drive of Louisiana, but this city’s connection with the Creole State goes much deeper.

The 5 best Cajun restaurants in Houston, according to the locals

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 31, 2026

Abe’s Cajun Market | cajun food | cajun restaurants | CULTURE | food & drink | food and drink | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen | The Boot | Treebeards | Viola and Agnes | Zydeco Louisiana Diner
You’ll find perfectly seasoned roux, kicky jambalaya, and fresh seafood singing with spice at these highly rated Cajun restaurants in Houston.
During the Houston Art Car Parade, you’ll have a chance to experience the art car phenomenon in a variety of settings, including a sneak peek, a ball, and a VIP upgrade.

What to know about the 2026 Art Car Parade, Houston’s largest free public event

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 30, 2026

2026 Houston Art Car Parade | artists | creatives | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | free | free event | Houston Art Car Parade | houston history | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | parade | TEXAS HISTORY | Texas Lead Story | THINGS TO DO
Houston’s wildest free event, the Art Car Parade, is back with 250 rolling masterpieces, 315,000 fans, and one unforgettable parade.
Kids can eat free at many restaurants across Houston on certain days of the week.

10 restaurants where kids can eat for free in Houston

by Dorothy Scott

| March 30, 2026

Affordability | Alicia’s Mexican Grille | BuffBurger | Crust Pizza Co. | CULTURE | Del Pueblo Mexican Restaurant | FAMILY | Feges BBQ | HTX | HTX-hardgate | Hungry’s | kids eat free | Kokai Sushi and Lounge | LIFESTYLE | Local Table | The Union Kitchen
Kids can eat free at many restaurants across Houston on certain days of the week. Check out these 10 options, ranging from Mexican food to sushi.
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Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones shares her health story on ACA anniversary

by Staff Reports

| March 26, 2026

ACA | Community | EXCO-Player | health care | HTX | old texas | TEXAS
State Rep. Jolanda Jones, a Houston Democrat, reflects on the ACA’s 16th anniversary, recalling how a medical emergency once wiped out her savings before the law existed. At the core of her message: affordable health care is essential for every community.
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Two Whataburger fan favorites return March 31

by Sam Cohen

| March 26, 2026

DALLAS | FORT WORTH | HTX | TEXAS | whataburger
Whataburger’s Banana Pudding Shake and Bacon Steakhouse Double are back for a limited time starting Mar. 31. Here’s what you need to know.
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That meteor you saw? Part of it might be sitting in a field near Houston right now

by Sam Cohen

| March 24, 2026

Community | CULTURE | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | meteorites | meteors | nasa | weather
A meteor streaked across the Texas sky this weekend. Here’s where you can look for meteorites in its wake.
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Houston Council Members propose ordinance limiting HPD’s role in administrative ICE Warrants

by ShaVonne Herndon

| March 20, 2026

city council | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | Houston Police | HTX | ICE
The proposal challenges current HPD procedures as city leaders debate how officers should handle administrative ICE warrants. Council Member Alejandra Salinas, joined by Council Member Abbie Kamin and several community leaders, introduced an ordinance that would clarify how Houston police handle administrative immigration warrants and limit when local officers would contact federal immigration authorities. The […]
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