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Japan Festival of Houston celebrates Japanese culture
The Japan Festival of Houston, hosted by the Japan-America Society of Houston (JASH), held their 32nd Annual festival this year in Hermann Park, near downtown Houston. The festival ran from Sept. 6-7, both days lasting through 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and was free admission for all. Attendees arrived as early as 30 minutes before,
by Aiko Hulslander | September 16, 2025
Thirteen Restaurant shuts down for now
The doors at the Thirteen restaurant have been shut down… for now. The restaurant Thirteen, owned by former Houston Rockets player James Harden, is closed because of a notice of unpaid rent to its landlord. A sign was posted on the front doors on September 1, and still remains up. Looking into the sign closely, it
by Zakary Perez | September 16, 2025
6 Cozy ways to chill out this Fall semester
The Fall Bucket List for this UHCL Student September 22, 2025 marks the first day of Fall and, now that we’ve successfully eased into this new Fall semester, the reality is that for some, summer break ending and returning back to due dates and study sessions doesn’t sound so comforting. But perhaps the Fall season,
by Jennifer Ayala | September 2, 2025
Hundreds gather at UH Main for hearing on congressional redistricting plans
In the second-planned hearing over recently announced plans to enact a proposed mid-decade congressional redistricting, Texas lawmakers and citizens alike from across the state gathered on Saturday at the University of Houston Student Center. Of the hundreds in attendance, the overwhelming majority of those who traveled to–and gave testimony at–the hearing were there to voice
by Sergio Salazar | July 29, 2025
UHCL at Pearland: The first UHCL branch campus
Pearland, TX- Did you know that the University of Houston – Clear Lake (UHCL) strategically expanded its reach by establishing a campus in Pearland? This initiative reflects UHCL’s commitment to addressing the evolving educational needs of the region, paving the way for a brighter future for its residents and the workforce. In May 2009, UHCL
by Adamari Sanchez | May 6, 2025
Anime celebration, fan participation
highlight 4th Annual KimoKawaii Anime Experience & Convention
May 6, 2025 (Conroe, TX) – Conroe’s beloved celebration of Japanese pop culture, KimoKawaii Anime Experience & Convention, returns for its fourth year on June 7-8, 2025, at the Lone Star Convention & Expo Center. KimoKawaii is more than just an event – it’s a family welcoming environment for fans of all ages. This year’s
by Rosario Peña | May 6, 2025
Coffee & Cars car show, something to do on a Saturday
The first Saturday of each month, POST Houston hosts a car show by Coffee & Cars featuring diverse vehicles. Attendees should arrive early for limited free parking and check social media for updates.
by Caleb Huffman | March 18, 2025
Texas House Bill 160: What does it mean for immigrant students?
A proposed Texas bill could require thousands of current and former undocumented immigrants to pay out-of-state college tuition, affect their future residency status, and require institutions to report students to law enforcement.
by Sergio Salazar | March 18, 2025
Protest at NASA over federal civil service terminations
A protest at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, led by U.S. Rep. Al Green and union members, criticized mass terminations of federal workers under the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of civil service jobs.
by Joshua Lister | March 17, 2025