COMMUNITY

Investigate a murder, win plant-themed prizes: 8 December events in the Houston area to attend
by Sierra Rozen
| November 19, 2025
Though December is filled with holiday celebrations, here at COURIER HTX, we’ve weeded through all the Christmas cheer to find other events that don’t require a Santa hat or a wrapped present.

New Harris County worksite policy aims to prevent injuries, fatalities on construction sites
by Sierra Rozen
| November 18, 2025
Approved by Harris County commissioners at a Nov. 13 court meeting, the Worksite Safety Policy will now mandate 15-minute water breaks every two hours when the temperature is 90 degrees or higher. So far in 2025, Houston experienced 134 days where the temperature was at least 90 degrees.

Women-only Uber driver option now available in Texas cities, sparking criticism, lawsuits from male drivers
by Sierra Rozen
| November 17, 2025
A new system feature from Uber is showing mixed responses as the driving app rolls out a pilot program in Texas cities.

The American Black Film Festival will be in Dallas this weekend. Here’s what you need to know
by Sam Cohen
| November 14, 2025
American Black Film Festival | arts | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | ENTERTAINMENT | LIFESTYLE | TEXAS
The American Black Film Festival is holding a two-day event this weekend at AMC NorthPark 15. Here are all the details.

The Politics of Access: What AfroTech in Texas can teach us about empowering innovation and equity
| November 14, 2025
At AfroTech in Houston, the energy was more than innovation. It was a call to expand power and access. Stacey Abrams’ powerful message about AI, democracy, and equity revealed why Texas’ tech future must serve everyone.



