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Artemis II is set to send four astronauts further than any others have gone before.

NASA’s Artemis II mission plans to take astronauts further than they’ve ever been

by Sam Cohen

It’s the perfect time of year to discover the top spots for crawfish in Houston.

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11 phenomenal 4th of July firework shows in Houston

by Rebecca Deurlein

| June 6, 2025

Celebrate our nation’s independence at these 4th of July fireworks shows that light up the skies over Houston.

New BBQ coming to Houston, but old shops still smokin’

by Sierra Rozen

| June 6, 2025

According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Terry Black’s BBQ is set to open next summer at 1311 N. Shepherd Drive, Houston. Construction is set to start Aug. 1 and wrap up by June 1 at a cost of $6.5 million for the nearly 8,500-square-foot space.

Houston summer bucket list: 15 activities to check off

by Joey Held

| June 6, 2025

Looking for things to do during the Houston summer? We’ve got you covered, from ice cream shops to immersive museums to live performances.

Say ‘Mmm’ to matcha: 6 places to get your green tea caffeine fix in the Houston area

by Sierra Rozen

| June 3, 2025

Food influencer Keith Lee recently made headlines when he set out to find the best matcha in Dallas. While Houston can’t claim the Lee stamp of approval, we can still round up some of our favorite spots to grab a matcha and hear from the experts on what makes a good one.

12 day trips just a short drive from Houston

by Joey Held

| May 29, 2025

You can drive to all of the places in our guide within an hour and a half, making Houston a terrific hotspot for day trips to remember.

14 Houston-area school districts offering free summer meals for children

by Sierra Rozen

| May 29, 2025

EDUCATION | food and drink | HTX

For parents looking to get meals for their children this summer, many Houston-area school districts offer free breakfast and lunch at various campuses.

Juneteenth in Houston: From 1865 to 2025

by Joey Held

| May 21, 2025

This Juneteenth marks 160 years since the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas. Learn how the holiday has evolved and what Houston events to attend.