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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will not seek reelection in 2026, her office confirmed Monday night. That means Harris County will have a new leader for the first time since Hidalgo took office in 2019. Hidalgo, a Democrat, was elected to her first term in 2018 with a shocking defeat of Republican Ed […]
Inbound lanes of the Katy Freeway in Houston will be closed as crews work on repairs to the Houston Avenue Bridge, which has been struck multiple times in recent months. The closures will affect the I-10 Katy Freeway from Shepherd Drive to Durham Drive and from Antoine Drive to Shepherd Drive. Drivers can use alternate […]
Big Boogie delivered a dynamic set at Z1079 Summer Jam, keeping fans on their feet all night Big Boogie had Cleveland moving during his Z1079 Summer Jam 2025 performance! Known for his dynamic stage presence, he turned the crowd into a nonstop party. Fans joined in on chants, dance moves, and call-and-response moments that made […]
Kash Doll hit the stage at Z1079 Summer Jam in Cleveland, giving fans a confident and stylish performance.
One out of five Houstonians are living at or below the poverty line, making Houston the most impoverished city in America. The city’s rapid growth is believed to be a contributing factor to this high poverty rate. Experts suggest that the growth polarizes the job market, creating low-wage service work and higher productivity sectors, leading […]
A new mural of J. Cole is in the works near Fayetteville State University. The artist responsible said this mural is a part of a bigger project honoring artists across the state. The artist responsible for spray-painting the new mural of the star, Scott Nurkin, told the Fayetteville Observer that he paints large murals of […]
On KG Smooth’s last show as the host of the Public Affairs Podcast, we welcome Harris Health, established in 1966, is the public healthcare safety-net provider serving the residents of Houston and Harris County, Texas. Here to discuss the Ben Taub Hospital expansion plans is the President and CEO of Harris Health, Dr. Esmaeil Porsa. […]
This episode we have LaToshia Norwood – SheSaid Founder to discuss the SHE SAID CONFERENCE: S.L.A.B. EDITION. A full-day experience for women CEOs ready to scale with style. Not your average conference. Think bold talks, live DJs, hands-on labs, and powerful networking! Next, we welcome back 1st Sargeant James Goolsbys, from the US Army. Sgt. Goolsbys […]
Elon Musk is pushing to be involved in a multibillion-dollar tunnel project in Houston aimed at mitigating flooding in the area. The project, which has been extensively studied by local flood experts, involves the construction of pipelines to divert floodwaters to the Gulf during storms. Musk’s company, Boring Co., has proposed building narrower tunnels for […]
The City of Houston is considering a new ordinance that would make it illegal to sit, stand, or walk on narrow traffic medians or divided roadways. The proposed rule aims to improve public safety, citing concerns about pedestrian fatalities and vulnerable populations. Violating the ordinance could result in a Class C misdemeanor and a fine […]
Growing up on the streets of Conroe, TX, just north of Houston, I learned early how to move different. Basketball in one hand, a mic in the other, I spent my days flying over fools on the courts and grinding in the Fourth Street labs. Inspired by legends like MLK, JFK, and MJ, I wanted […]
Baltimore comedian Reggie Carroll, 52, was fatally shot in Southaven, Mississippi. Police arrested 38-year-old Tranell Marquise Williams, who has been charged with his murder.
