Cassandra Jenkins

"As we prepare to welcome the world, we're making these investments not just for the World Cup, but for Houstonians to use and enjoy for years to come," Mayor Whitmire said.

The 39-day FIFA Fan Festival in Downtown Houston is set to host its opening ceremony June 11 as soccer matches across the three host countries kick off for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here is what residents can expect to see, taste and participate in at the festival.

The Galleria is gearing up to welcome six new stores in the coming months, ranging from clothing stores to tech brands.

Texas approved $3 billion in funding for dementia research as part of the 2025 legislative session. In anticipation of the first grants, Houston institutions have begun seeding local research.

Jersey Mike's is set to open its fourth location directly inside Houston's inner loop off of West 19th Street, sandwiched between the Houston Heights and Montrose neighborhoods.

Officials with The Cleverley Stone Foundation, who produce the popular yearly event called Houston Restaurant Weeks, announced June 5 that last year's fundraising event generated over $1.6 million for the Houston Food Bank.

Major hospital systems in the Texas Medical Center have made technological advancements, hired new talent and unveiled plans for expansions and enhancements over the last year. Check out six recent updates from local hospitals that serve the Bellaire, Meyerland and West University area.

The Miller Outdoor Theatre is kicking off its 2026 season with a grand opening of the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Foundation Plaza on June 20, a

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County began implementing service enhancements June 7 aimed to improve reliability and support increased demand during the FIFA World Cup 2026, which is set to take over Houston in less than a week.

Cowboys Dancehall first opened its doors in 1989 in Dallas. Now, the popular country outpost has officially expanded to the Houston market, with a new location off of Bellaire Boulevard.