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Have you seen the new trucks in your neighborhood yet? Nine brand-new recycling trucks are hitting Houston streets in an effort to finally get collection service back on schedule. The trucks, lined up at the city’s northeast service center, are so new they don’t even have paint on them yet. Mayor John Whitmire greeted solid […]
This Public Affairs podcast episode covers empowering the Houston community through business opportunities, restoring cultural heritage and elegance, and building connections between youth and law enforcement. In this week’s Public Affairs podcast, host KG Smooth interviews director of Houston’s Office of Business Opportunity Celenthia Hoard about certification programs that help minority and women-owned businesses compete […]
Guinness World Records has certified a 7.3-mile stretch of the Galveston seawall as the longest continuous sidewalk in the United States. The seawall is not only a protective barrier against storms and flooding but also a remarkable engineering achievement dating back to the Great Storm in 1900. Tourists can now enjoy riding along the seawall […]
During President Donald Trump’s second term, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Houston arrested 356 criminal gang members who were in the country illegally, a significant increase from the previous administration. These gang members were convicted of various crimes including murder, child sex crimes, and arson. ICE targeted over 40 different gangs, resulting in […]
Memorial services for Lakewood Church co-founder Dolores “Dodie” Osteen will be held this Friday. Her son and the current pastor of the Houston church, Joel Osteen, announced his mother’s passing last week. He called her the “beloved matriarch of Lakewood Church,” and says she was an inspiration to millions around the world. Dodie and her […]
On Tuesday, PBS North Carolina announced that due to the recent $9 million cuts in federal funding, they are offering voluntary separation offers to employees.
A recent survey of Harris County voters conducted by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs revealed strong support for using public funds to renovate major sports and entertainment venues. The majority of voters are excited about potential new attractions, such as a theme park, WNBA and NHL teams, and World Cup games […]
Big news from Houston’s own Shipley Do-Nuts! Our favorite spot for fresh donuts and kolaches has a new owner—Levine Leichtman Capital Partners just took over from Peak Rock Capital. This iconic brand, pushin’ nearly 90 years, has grown into a powerhouse with over 375 stores in 14 states. Under Peak Rock, they crushed it, hittin’ […]
He officially announced his run for the 2026 campaign in a video posted on social media. This comes after former Senator Thom Tillis (R) announced last month that he would not be seeking reelection, making the Senate seat a competitive race in the midterm elections.
Youngboy may be looking to extended his family, shooting his shot at one of Philly's most treasured persons.
Some homeowners in Houston are facing foreclosure threats due to payment recording issues after their mortgages were transferred to new loan servicers. Despite making timely payments, homeowners are receiving default notices and past-due notices, causing distress and fear of losing their homes. The Harris County Housing Authority and homeowners have been working to resolve the […]
A new $22 million bridge and elevated trail system will soon make it easier for hikers and bikers in Uptown Houston to access Memorial Park. The 350-foot suspension bridge is part of a 2-mile extension connecting the Uptown hike-and-bike trail to Memorial Park’s primary trails. Construction is set to begin in spring 2026 after the […]
