Houston Matters
The week in politics (May 24, 2023)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: Drama dominates the final days of the Texas Legislature. We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.
Tag: Houston historic preservation
Arts & Culture
7 Houston Landmarks Earn United Nations Historical Designation
Posted on · Emancipation Park, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, and others have been named UNESCO Slave Route Project sites.
Houston Matters
What Changes Are in Store For Houston’s Historic Preservation Ordinance?
Posted on · The city of Houston's Planning and Development Department and the Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission are reviewing the city's Historic Preservation Ordinance. Mayor Parker's office would like the language in the ordinance to be clearer, but also may want to expand what can be protected and the authority such protections provide. We talk about what […]