Born in the (City of Houston) USA! Remembering Hit Video USA
Written by Pete Mayes
Former VJ’s reflect on the local Houston Video Network that took on MTV during the 1980s
Friends and classmates reflect on the triumphant and tragic legacy of the University of Houston’s first Black homecoming queen.
Historic buildings and homes tell stories of diversity
Written by Lucha Morales
City’s historic preservation efforts see uptick in urban communities.
Looking back: Unsung hero fought for equality in Galveston
Written by Lucha Morales
How Kelton Sams sparked a civil rights movement on the island
8 culturally significant spots in Houston African-American history
Written by Elise Marrion
Landmarks in African-American history and culture can be found from one end of Houston to the other.
Historic preservation keeps Matt Kriegl face to face with Houston’s past
Written by Elise Marrion
Spend a day on the job with Planning and Development Department’s Matthew Kriegl.
Bayou City BOO: Some of Houston’s spookiest haunts
Written by Lucha Morales
Whether you laugh in the face of fear or scare easily, these tales of haunted downtown buildings will make for a fun Halloween season read.
Emancipation Park renovations honor history, embrace the future
Written by Elise Marrion
Emancipation Park, Houston’s oldest public park, received a $33.6 million makeover just in time for Juneteenth celebrations.
Ellington at 100: Airport’s flight plans soar higher than ever
Written by Elise Marrion
From a WWI training camp to a commercial spaceport, Ellington Airport celebrates its contributions to aviation history.
Culture and traditions take root at African American Library.
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Greener than you think: Houston celebrates a century of parks
Written by Elise Marrion
As one of the largest municipal parks systems in the country, Houston Parks and Recreation Department looks back on 100 years of growth and greenspace.
DeLuxe again: $5.7 million project restores historic theater
Written by David Smith
The Fifth Ward's 75-year-old DeLuxe Theater finds new purpose as a community, education, event and performance space.
Transformed Buffalo Bayou Park Beckons Houstonians Outdoors
Written by Elise Marrion
The Allen brothers founded Houston when they discovered the green, leafy banks of Buffalo Bayou. Nearly 180 years later, Houstonians are rediscovering the very origins of their city, thanks to a massive Buffalo Bayou Park makeover.
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