Transportation
Despite The Pandemic, Transit Service In East Harris County Reaches Major Ridership Goal
Posted on · Harris County Transit says demand for bus service continues to grow in greater Houston's outlying areas.
Local
Transportation
New Plan Looks At Ways to Make Cycling Safer In Houston’s East End
Posted on · The plan covers 16 square miles and it includes the neighborhoods of Second Ward, Magnolia Park, Eastwood, Lawndale, and Pecan Park.
Energy & Environment
Houston Strengthens Regulations For Storing Hazardous Chemicals, After Watson Grinding Explosion
Posted on · The Watson, Grinding & Manufacturing plant explosion in January killed three and damaged hundreds of homes.
Town Square
What Is The Emotional Toll Of The Pandemic On First Responders?
Posted on · We focus on first responders' mental health, including tips to help them during the pandemic and what the general public can take away to manage their own stress and anxiety.
Houston
New Bike Trail Will Highlight Nature Areas Along Houston’s Sims Bayou
Posted on · The trail is the longest segment constructed at one time in the extensive Bayou Greenways network. It will link three Houston parks and connect neighborhoods in the southern part of the city.
Houston
Popular Neighborhood Near Downtown Houston Looks To Fix Its Mobility Issues
Posted on · Despite being close to downtown's attractions, Old Sixth Ward residents have a problem getting there by foot or by bike. New development on Washington Avenue has also created traffic and parking challenges.
Houston
New Farmers Market Launches In Freedmen’s Town
Posted on · The Black-owned market aims to highlight local Black and Hispanic vendors, while also providing fresh food to the community.
Arts & Culture
Houston Launches Its First Virtual Native American Museum
Posted on · The new online cultural center continues the city’s recognition of Indigenous communities after City Council’s recent vote for an Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Town Square
How Are Holiday Concerts, Black Friday Being Reimagined? Is There Hope For The Holidays With Vaccines?
Posted on · Grammy-nominated recording artist Jim Brickman talks about how he’s reimagined holiday touring. Plus, biomedical policy expert Dr. Kirstin Matthews explains vaccine progress, and business professor Dietrich von Biedenfeld forecasts the holiday economy.
Transportation
Houston’s Bike Share Begins Rollout Of New Electric Bicycles
Posted on · Houston BCycle says the e-bikes give riders an added boost. They're hoping the new bikes will get more people interested in bike share as Houstonians seek recreational opportunities during the pandemic.
Town Square
How Are Houston Arts Groups Coping, Surviving And Innovating During The Pandemic?
Posted on · Houston-area artists share their how they're coping with financial losses and other challenges. Many are innovating in light of canceled in-person shows, in order to continue to bring the arts to the community.
Energy & Environment
191 Goats Return To Houston Arboretum To Help Mow The Lawn, Eat Invasive Species
Posted on · They’re baaa-ck as part of a pilot program to test out a more eco-friendly way of maintaining the grounds.
Local
Houston Police Sergeant Shot And Killed, Suspect Sought
Posted on · Veteran Houston police Sgt. Sean Rios is the second Houston police officer to be killed in the past three weeks and the fourth since December.
Transportation
COVID Concerns Mean Fewer Passengers At Houston’s Airports This Thanksgiving
Posted on · Airport officials say they're prepared to take a financial hit during what's usually their busiest travel time.
Local
HISD Opens More Food Distribution Sites As Need Remains High Across Houston
Posted on · Food banks and school districts are seeing large demand for food assistance during the pandemic.