Houston restaurant Casaema lands on New York-based best new breakfast spots list
| August 29, 2025
Breakfast has evolved from just bacon, eggs, and a cup of drip coffee from a days-old pot. Unique flavors inspired by countries around the globe have become all the rage, with recent studies showing that a majority of breakfast consumers are interested in trying flavor fusions and combinations. So it’s no surprise that Casaema, a […]
9 Houston events to attend in September
| August 28, 2025
As the weather starts to (hopefully) cool down, many Houstonians will be at NRG catching a football game, listening to jazz music at the Houston Jazz Festival, or attending a show at the Hobby Center. But if you’re trying to enjoy the last rays of summer, check out these nine upcoming events in Houston. Hotel […]
A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding
| August 28, 2025
By Lauren McGaughy, Texas Newsroom, and Yilun Cheng, Houston Chronicle Aug. 28, 2025 “A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, […]
Houston approves costly crosswalk upgrades for student safety. Critics say there are better options
| August 28, 2025
After a high school student was hit by an SUV near Lamar High Schoo in Augustl, Houston mayor John Whitmire has ordered crosswalk upgrades at the intersection of Eastside and Westheimer. The solution? A High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk installed by Houston Public Works that will allow students to press a button to activate a crossing light, […]
Take a trip down bar lane with Texas Cocktail Week, Sept. 14-21
| August 27, 2025
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect changes announced by Texas Cocktail Week, including pricing. Forget about wine, beer, and ciders—it’s time to sip on some elaborate cocktails for a discounted price with the start of Texas Cocktail Week, taking place in Houston. From Sept. 14-21, Houstonians can indulge in discounted cocktails, masterclasses, […]