Movie Review

Cookie Queens goes behind the scenes of Girl Scout Cookie season

spectator sport

Family-friendly Houston sports bar scores with new Katy location

promoting heart health

Texas foundation makes massive $180M donation to Galveston hospital

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RESTAURANTS + BARS

bring on the Bacalhau

Michelin-starred Houston restaurant heads to Portugal for new season

Stay trill, owls

Bun B serves up smash hit smash burgers at Houston's Rice University

spoiler alert

Houston chef Thomas Bille sounds off on his Beat Bobby Flay appearance

CITY LIFE

Cannabis Clash

Texas' new ban on hemp THC products challenged by federal lawsuit

back-to-school

Texas shoppers to save $143 million during August tax-free weekend

beat the heat

7 family-friendly activities to do in Houston before school starts

Flippers And Puppers

Support Houston animals at this pinball tournament

ENTERTAINMENT

deep in the heart

Film icon Ethan Hawke narrates documentary sequel about Texas rivers

Weekend Event Planner

Here are the top 15 things to do in Houston this weekend

Events to Remember

How personalized giveaways are taking modern events to the next level

TRAVEL

wine guy on the road

Chris Shepherd wines and dines at a city that reminds him of Houston

where to travel right now

10 cool summer vacation ideas to beat the Texas heat in August

Toast to Texas

Texas Hill Country uncorks No. 3 spot among best U.S. wine regions

Explore Grapevine

Sip, shop, and explore your way through summer adventures in Grapevine

REAL ESTATE

rent report

New report reveals how many Texans are paying too much for rent

ZIP-ing to TX

These 2 Houston neighbors are the hottest ZIP codes to move to in 2026

ARTS

Best August Theater

8 best new plays and musicals opening on Houston stages this month

in the spotlight

Houston Theater Week 2026 spotlights BOGO tickets to almost 400 shows

Ride the Wave

Houston Grand Opera's new album spotlights groundbreaking production

HOME + DESIGN

box it up

Meet the Houston design store that can turn anything into a lamp

rescue to rescue

Houston furniture expert shares 4 tips for DIY vintage restoration

Inside The Langley

Luxurious Houston apartment tower rises above its controversial past

FASHION + BEAUTY

SERENE STAYCATION

Slow down and recharge with wellness specials at these 7 Houston hotels

CHIC PICKS

Where to shop in Houston right now: 14 fresh finds for August 2026

A CUT ABOVE

5 new Houston salons delivering bold colors and fresh faces