Houston Press

Established in 1989, the Houston Press was the first major weekly publication in the city to offer free coverage of arts, news, and entertainment. Now, it operates as a daily online source at houstonpress.com. It remains a go-to resource for locals in the region to discover upcoming events or catch up on what others have experienced. With a fearless approach to journalism, the Press excels in both exposing wrongdoing and delivering sharp insights into the arts and entertainment scene.

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Reviews For The Easily Distracted: Dangerous Animals

1 day ago | houstonpress.com | Pete Vonder Haar |Houston Press

Title: Dangerous AnimalsDescribe This Movie In One Deep Blue Sea Quote: JANICE: Beneath this glassy surface, a world of gliding monsters! Brief Plot Synopsis: Aberrant Aussie assails American, applies animal assistance. Rating Using Random Objects Relevant To The Film: 4 P.T. Barnums out of 5.
Trinity Gardens Residents on Alert in the Wake of Deed Fraud Schemes

1 day ago | houstonpress.com | April Towery |Houston Press

Fuller, 70, could talk all day about the crime he’s witnessed in broad daylight, but he’s troubled lately by the scams that he says are shrouded in secrecy, targeting his elderly, unsuspecting and trusting neighbors. At least four Trinity Gardens property owners were victimized recently in a fraudulent property deed scheme in which a scammer pretended to own the properties he was selling, according to a lawsuit filed last month by Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee.
Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Raise a Glass at Saint Arnold’s Epic 31st Anniversary Party

1 day ago | houstonpress.com | Brooke Viggiano |Houston Press

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A $7B Budget That Critics Say Gives Too Much to Police & Falls Short on Services, Infrastructure

2 days ago | houstonpress.com | April Towery |Houston Press

Wearing a bright yellow Northeast Action Collective T-shirt and matching hat, Worthy addressed the Houston City Council last week, one of dozens who spoke out against Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed $7 billion budget. Several said they’d remember the “austerity budget” when the mayor comes up for re-election.
Upcoming Houston Food Events: Squash Blossoms Are Blooming and Donuts Are Free

2 days ago | houstonpress.com | Brooke Viggiano |Houston Press

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Houston Police Department Rescinds Traffic Stop Quotas

4 days ago | houstonpress.com | April Towery |Houston Press

A Houston Police Department policy requiring officers to make at least one traffic stop per shift was formally rescinded last week after some City Council members said they never voted for it and appeared unaware it was still on the books. City officials said a “general order” was given in 2022 encouraging Houston patrol officers to pull over one motorist per day.
TEA Announces HISD Still Under State Control and Replaces 4 Board Members

5 days ago | houstonpress.com | Margaret Downing |Houston Press

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Experts Say Texas is Politicizing Vaccines in the Midst of a Public Health Crisis

5 days ago | houstonpress.com | April Towery |Houston Press

Sutherland tearfully urged members of the Texas House of Representatives not to pass legislation that would make it easier for parents to exempt their school-age children from vaccines. Spectators in the gallery at the April 28 Public Health Committee hearing said state representatives appeared to be “moved” by Sutherland’s story, letting her speak past the allotted two minutes and lauding her bravery for sharing her story. Then most of them voted to pass the bill.
This Week: Sip Summer Wines and Spin Vinyl at Brennan’s Courtyard Soirée

5 days ago | houstonpress.com | Brooke Viggiano |Houston Press

Wednesday, June 4 Grand Opening at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings:Jeni’s new Rice Village location, 5511 Morningside, is celebrating its grand opening with free ice cream scoops from 7 to 11 p.m. and swag for the first 50 guests. The shop will serve fan favorites like Brambleberry Crisp and Salty Caramel, along with new summer flavors launching June 5. Landry’s Houston Chef Series Landry’s Inc.
Doctor Who: I Have No Idea What Just Happened in "The Reality War"

5 days ago | houstonpress.com | Jef Rouner |Houston Press

Spoilers for Doctor Who: "The Reality War"Well, this season finale pulled all the brakes off the train and aimed it over a canyon. I barely know where to begin. In case you're somehow still avoiding story spoilers, here's my weekly bit of trivia that is possibly extremely relevant. When Doctor Who went off the air in 1989, it was kept alive through a very active set of ongoing novels and short stories.