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30 of the highest-rated things to do in Texas, according to Tripadvisor
When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.If you're...
From Beyoncé to Dennis Quaid: 10 Texas celebrities you didn’t know were from Houston
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.
11 phenomenal 4th of July firework shows in Houston
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’
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
Looking for things to do during the Houston summer? We’ve got you covered, from ice cream shops to immersive museums to live performances.
Tarrant County commissioners vote 3-2 to redistrict, adopting more Republican-friendly map
The Tarrant County Commissioners Court could get a bigger conservative majority next year under a new map passed Tuesday. Republican Commissioners Manny Ramirez, Matt Krause and County Judge Tim O’Hare voted to adopt the map Tuesday. Democratic Commissioners Alisa...
‘Donut’ stop believing: How Shipley Do-Nuts created a breakfast empire
Behind the fresh, gourmet, glazed “do-nut” recipe was Lawrence Shipley Sr. and his family. Cut by hand and served hot, the donuts were sold wholesale. By the mid-1940s, the breakfast treat became so popular that Shipley was selling them individually to customers.
Say ‘Mmm’ to matcha: 6 places to get your green tea caffeine fix in the Houston area
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.
Will a new abortion bill save the lives of pregnant women in Texas?
It’s taken state Supreme Court cases, a number of women dying, and massive pressure from the people of Texas for the state Legislature to respond with SB31. But will the new bill help or hurt women who need abortions in Texas?
How the ripple effects of ‘defunding’ Planned Parenthood could hurt Texans
A budget bill in Congress cuts Medicaid and essentially defunds Planned Parenthood, which provides birth control, wellness visits, STI tests and treatment, and cancer screenings.
Opinion: Congressional cuts feed corporate greed at the expense of young people
Through a budget reconciliation process, Congress is working on extending major tax cuts originally passed in 2017 that would primarily benefit corporations and billionaires over young people.
12 day trips just a short drive from Houston
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
For parents looking to get meals for their children this summer, many Houston-area school districts offer free breakfast and lunch at various campuses.
Texas Republicans help pass Trump budget bill cutting healthcare, food stamps
Texas lawmakers played key roles in passing President Trump’s budget bill, which funds tax cuts for the wealthy by cutting Medicaid and food stamps.
Juneteenth in Houston: From 1865 to 2025
This Juneteenth marks 160 years since the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas. Learn how the holiday has evolved and what Houston events to attend.
15 of the best Senior Discounts in Houston
These 15 senior discounts in Houston will save you money on various activities throughout the city, from museums and restaurants to transportation.
2025 Pride: 7 ways to celebrate in Houston
From fashion shows to parades and business luncheons, these 2025 Pride events are happening right in Houston’s backyard.
New bill would trap women who want or need abortions in Texas
A bill passed in the Texas Senate allows women and their loved ones who help them get abortions — here or in another state — to be jailed and sued.
8 ways to prepare for hurricane season in Texas
We’re approaching the start of hurricane season in Texas. The safest route is to plan ahead before a storm is on the horizon—here’s where to start.
Texas House signals expanding state’s medical marijuana program
House Bill 46 would increase the number of health conditions eligible and would offer smokeable products under the state’s medical marijuana program.
6 places that host goat yoga in Dallas-Fort Worth
Get your bahhh-maste on at these goat yoga classes offered throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Texas House votes to strictly define man and woman, excluding trans people from state records
If it becomes law, the bill would define sex based on reproductive organs and require state documents and policies to comply with that framework.
Texas women face prosecution for abortions if new bill becomes law
The Texas Senate has passed a new anti-abortion bill which would open the door to women being criminally prosecuted for obtaining an abortion — even in a different state.
Texas graded its public schools. Critics call the results a ‘politically motivated attack’
When the TEA released the scores on April 24, some school districts and a coalition of state lawmakers called the methodology “deceptive, harmful, and a blatant attempt to discredit neighborhood public schools to justify school privatization schemes.”
Trade pre-apprentice program is ‘no-brainer’ for Texans looking for a new career
This state-funded program gives cohorts from Austin, Houston, and DFW a pathway into green construction jobs, while paying them to learn.
The oldest buildings in Houston that are still standing
We’re taking a tour through time, exploring some of the most historic buildings in Houston. Which ones have survived as the city evolves?
Fun in the sun: 20 Houston events happening this summer
From taco and craft beer festivals to a Fourth of July party, you won’t want to miss these Houston events happening in summer 2025.
Learn all about Houston’s 19 sister cities across the globe
From China and South Korea to Mexico and Ecuador, Houston has 19 sister cities worldwide. Learn all about each one.
Texas lawmakers consider over a dozen bills loosening gun restrictions
Texas lawmakers are considering gun-related legislation, including two bills that would make Texas the first state in the nation to allow teenagers to carry handguns on school campuses.