Explainers & Guides

What’s the difference between Hispanic and Latino? Does it matter? Your questions answered.

With nearly half of Houston’s population identified as Hispanic or Latino in the U.S. Census, here’s an explainer on how we choose between the different…

by Danya Pérez / Staff writer September 20, 2023September 26, 2023

Amid worsening drought, conserve water by adding native plants in your yard

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer September 4, 2023September 4, 2023

Texas will soon ban gender-affirming care for trans youth. Here’s what you need to know.

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer August 30, 2023August 29, 2023

Texas’ anti-DEI law is wreaking havoc before it takes effect next year. Here’s what to know.

by Monique Welch / Staff writer August 24, 2023August 23, 2023

How is the drought affecting the Houston region’s water supply? It’s complicated.

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer August 16, 2023August 15, 2023

More Explainers & Guides

The naturalization process can be lengthy and complicated. Here’s how to navigate it.

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer August 14, 2023August 15, 2023

Knowing your rights as a tenant during Houston’s suffocating summer

by Elena Bruess / Staff writer and Angelica Perez / Staff writer August 11, 2023August 11, 2023

What’s causing Houston’s brutally hot summer this year, and is any relief in sight?

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer August 7, 2023August 7, 2023

How to manage your child’s screen time before the school year begins

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer August 2, 2023August 2, 2023

Six takeaways from the Houston police investigation of the Travis Scott Astroworld concert

by Céilí Doyle / Staff writer, Briah Lumpkins / Staff writer, Angelica Perez / Staff writer and Matt Sledge / Staff writer July 28, 2023July 28, 2023

It’s tax-free weekend, Houston. Here are back-to-school events, free school supplies near you

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer July 25, 2023August 11, 2023

Who’s responsible for fixing sidewalks in the Houston area? It depends on where you live.

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer July 18, 2023July 18, 2023

Texas’ homestead appraisal cap provides property tax relief, but who benefits most?

by Tim Carlin / Staff writer July 13, 2023July 23, 2023

Houston’s Hurricane season means power outages. Learn how you can prepare.

by Angelica Perez / Staff writer July 7, 2023July 30, 2023

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