This Week's Hot Headlines

Sudden shutter of Killen's Barbecue leads our top 5 Houston stories

sustainability news

Airbnb pledges over $1 million to improve Houston before World Cup

  1. tree-mendously stylish

New, art-filled boutique hotel debuts in Houston with bold vintage flair

And the Winner Is

Houston's Alley Theatre only Texas winner of prestigious new play award

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RESTAURANTS + BARS

say hey to Hypsi

Houston chef's hip new Italian restaurant now open in Heights hotel

rumor no more

East Coast-style Austin pizzeria confirms plans to open in the Heights

Celebrate Every Sip

Sip, savor, and save with gifts from Twin Liquors this holiday season

CITY LIFE

a new record

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo commits over $30 million to education

let loose htx

Houston surpasses Austin as the 6th most fun city in America in 2025

festive cities

Houston dazzles among top 10 most festive cities in America for 2025

Investing in People

How executive education retains your best employees + drives success

ENTERTAINMENT

weekend event planner

These are the 14 best things to do in Houston this weekend

Chicago Greats

Classic rock bands Chicago and Styx team up for tour coming to Houston

Lace Up and Let's Go

Ice skating + giveaways glide into Rice Village this holiday season

TRAVEL

where to travel right now

Holiday ice skating + 10 more Texas travel ideas for December

LIVING HISTORY

Texas Revolution comes to life at new immersive attraction in Gonzales

Sleigh Your Stay

Deck the halls with Margaritaville Lake Resort's big Cyber Sale

REAL ESTATE

guess who

This affluent Houston enclave is the richest small town in Texas

rent report

2 Houston suburbs had the priciest rents in the metro in November

Your Expert Guide

Uptown: Signature Houston energy with pockets of peaceful calm

ARTS

best December theater

The Nutcracker and holiday classics lead Houston's 10 best shows this month

miller outdoor theatre improved

Hermann Park's always-free theater breaks ground on new Gateway Plaza

sit and relax

Rothko Chapel dedicates a peaceful new garden for quiet contemplation

HOME + DESIGN

interior design news

Elegant traditional style to lead home design in 2026, Houzz predicts

FASHION + BEAUTY

UNIFORM UTOPIA

Luxury scrubs brand FIGS opens first Texas location in Rice Village

WHERE TO SHOP IN DECEMBER

Where to shop right now: 12 Houston stores selling seasonal standouts

POSH PICKS

Irish retailer Primark brings discount clothing to first Houston store