TEXAS
Texas on verge of banning THC products, expanding medical marijuana program
| June 6, 2025
Texas lawmakers banned THC and expanded the state’s troubled medical marijuana program, leaving Gov. Greg Abbott with the decision to sign or veto the two laws.
11 phenomenal 4th of July firework shows in Houston
| 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’
| 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
| June 6, 2025
Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | HARDGATE | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | LIFESTYLE | summer | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO
Looking for things to do during the Houston summer? We’ve got you covered, from ice cream shops to immersive museums to live performances.
Greg Abbott boosts Texas public school funding after years of holding it hostage
| June 5, 2025
Gov. Greg Abbott signed an $8.5 billion boost to Texas public school funding into law on Wednesday after blocking increased school spending for years.