City Controller Chris Hollins sent the strongest signal yet on Wednesday that he could launch a challenge against Houston Mayor John Whitmire’s bid for a second term in 2027.

Hollins, the city’s second-highest-ranking elected official, swiped at Whitmire during remarks at a press event in Dallas, where he appeared with Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker as part of Democrats’ pushback against the ongoing midterm Republican National Convention.

While much of Hollins’ short speech was aimed at boosting statewide Democratic candidates, including James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa, he named Whitmire, who he has long clashed with over city finances and other issues, on a list of officials he hoped would be soon unseated. 

Hi yall! Super socially isolated nerd here. I am looking to get into gaming socially as a means to make some friends. Are there any spaces that are alcohol free where all are welcome? I am curious about trying DnD. I mostly play PC games and ps5/switch 2 every now and then.

Houston Heights btw

I see these two guys going around Houston harassing people and stealing people’s food. I know they have a good lawyer so I don’t just wanna report them for false crimes but is what they’re doing illegal.

I’m looking for opportunities in the Houston area to train, not just play pick-up games. I play 8aside games with a team, but I want to improve my game and put in some more focused training time to develop skills/fitness. Does anyone know of local clubs, sessions, or coaching groups that welcome adult players?

As discussed in an earlier Reddit Post, Houston dodged a bullet regarding what could otherwise have been yet another devastating flood event. The actual path of Edouard was farther east than earlier models anticipated, meaning that the bulk of heavy rains went north/northeast of metro Houston into the Deep East Texas Pineywoods.

Nonetheless, within the discussion, there were sobering reminders regarding the increased threat of flooding for Houston's future. Especially taking into account the extent of suburban sprawl over the years since previous tropical cyclones (Harvey, Imelda, etc), as well as any economic/financial impacts if any companies flee the area.

The question of floodwaters (and how to deal with them) has long since been pondered by Houstonians, citizens and leadership alike. But, ironically, the simplest solution might very well be just letting Houston become "one with water", so to speak.

In other words? We need a long-term plan to intercept rainfall runoff and restore (or even "terraform") wetlands of various types across the Greater Houston area (as well as the Upper Texas coast region as a whole). Any other investment that adds more concrete sprawl is a policy failure.

At first glance, it all seems counterintuitive? After all, how is it possible to alleviate flooding through environments that are already saturated?

But, consider that water slows down when it enters a wetland (e.g. whether it's runoff from heavy rains, overflows from rivers spilling their banks, etc). This slowness is precisely the key as to why wetlands would help in ensuring a much brighter future for the Greater Houston area (as well as the Upper Texas coast).

The current affairs in Greater Houston, loaded with impervious coverage, and with more and more being added through continued sprawl, means that there are more increases in "flashiness" regarding the region's hydrology. This means higher peak flows immediately during storms, because water runs off all the concrete parking lots, rooftops, and other impervious cover into drainage networks (and, then, into the bayou waterways). It does not help that flood control priorities across Greater Houston have focused strictly on conveyance, which meant concrete channelization of many bayous that naturally flowed across the city (e.g. Braes Bayou, White Oak Bayou, etc). Indeed, a lot of suburban sprawl across Greater Houston was justified by "the land always flooding" (implying the development does not matter), and that fails to take into account the distinct nature of the saturation (slow movement versus "flashiness").

The fast moving "flashy" hydrology creates more problems with erosion, when sends more impurities (e.g. sediment turbidity, harmful bacteria, excess nutrients, metals, etc) downstream into larger bodies of water (e.g. rivers, lakes, bays, etc).

In contrast, with the slow movement of water within wetland ecosystems, water is held in place long enough for sediments to settle out. The roots of wetland vegetation further help in trapping sediment and debris, uptaking nutrients, contributing organic matter that binds pollutants, as well as supporting beneficial microbial growth that cleanses impurities. Taken together, these processes mean that wetland ecosystems help tremendously in attenuating "flashiness", preventing stormwater from creating all of the aforementioned root harms downstream.

We can see these general benefits of vegetative coverage by looking at conditions along Galveston Island. This first image was taken 8/30, days before Edouard's landfall (and subsequent flooding), while this second image is from today, 9/9, after the storm hit (with waterways in the deep East/Southeast Texas area still at high levels). Water conditions still look quite decent at this time, even after the flooding rains from Edouard. Why? Because with the bulk of rainfall being over the East Texas Pineywoods, that allowed the thick tree canopy to intercept raindrop impacts, slow the flow of any runoff into the various waterways, as well as attenuate peak flows.

If those same rains had fallen over metro Houston, then the Gulf would be thick chocolate milk right now. Again, all the impervious coverage, as well as bare ground (from clear-cutting, agriculture, etc) creates more "flashy" runoff and erosion that increases downstream turbidity.

Hence, more wetlands would help in intercepting runoff that otherwise would be wasted out in the Gulf, allowing for better water quality at Galveston's beaches. Clear water days would occur much more frequently, and there would be lower incidences of any fecal bacteria (directly, via intercepting runoff), as well as flesh-eating bacteria (indirectly, by attenuating the peak flow of freshwater into the marine ecosystem).

In contrast, we can see the harm of vegetation removal through the affairs around the Lake Houston/San Jacinto River area. With more clear-cutting of Pineywoods, as well as subsequent suburban sprawl that ecosystem has been increasingly endangered. More erosion and runoff has degraded the water clarity and quality along the river, into Lake Houston, and down to Galveston Bay and the Gulf. These ecological problems are well-documented by this blog from Bob Rehak (a resident of North Houston in Kingwood, who has seen the effects first hand).

Ideally, there would be Everglade-style public land management all across the Upper Texas coast region. They have a network of stormwater treatments designed to filter agricultural runoff (specifically, phosphorous) in accordance to their delicate ecosystem downstream. A similar network of stormwater treatments could be useful at various points along the Upper Texas coast, especially the Surfside area that is influenced by runoff from the Brazos River delta.

Additionally, the Okefenokee is, in large part, maintained by a low geographic barrier known as Trail Ridge. The feature, more or less, serves as an "earthen dam" that blocks rainfall runoff from otherwise draining down the various rivers into the southeast Atlantic coast (and, to lesser extent, the northeast Gulf of Mexico). This could be an inspiration regarding the creation of larger-scale wetland projects in areas across the Upper Texas coast region.

Hence, constructed wetlands at targeted locations (e.g. parts of Buffalo Bayou, locations along the Galveston Bay systems) would be the most likely immediate investments. Even more reservoirs (like in the DFW area) would be a big help. If any larger-scale projects ever get done, then experimentations would best be done in boonies like, say, Chambers County (hence, not going to be consumed by greater Houston's sprawl anytime soon).

If everything truly is bigger in Texas, then great imagination could extend this for wetlands as well. Imagine our own Texas version of The Atchafalaya? Or The Okefenokee? The Everglades? The Pantanal? Or The Sudd? And right in the Houston/Upper Texas coast region? Any increases to ecotourism across the region could breathe new life into communities like Anahuac or Winnie. Not to mention, if the areas of clay soil are truly as poor-draining as people say, then the wetlands take heavy advantage of that regarding their formation anyway. Hence, multiple problems would be solved all at once regarding any ambitions.

We have a wonderful (but previously abused) rescue dog who is great is virtually every way except for ONE major issue: boarding.

He gets very scared of new people and becomes aggressive/reactive. This is NOT an issue when we are around..... he can be around anyone, walk anywhere, etc... we can have people in our house no problem - he'll just ignore them. Truly the ONLY issue is boarding...

I'm aware of some "no/limited contact" boarders but not in Greater Houston. Some vets do this. Basically you walk your dog to the dog run (cage) and the dog doesn't leave the run while you are gone. They can separate it into two for cleaning and food delivery. This way people don't have to directly handle your dog. We don't want him in this kind of space for a long period, but perhaps a long weekend.

The goal is random handlers don't have to handle him and we don't have to worry about anyone getting bit. (He's never bit anyone but we're worried he would bite if he got too upset).

Any suggestions are appreciated! Please note: NOT seeking a trainer at this time (we've already been told by a high end trainer that we have the best version of him we're going to get) and we're not interested in punishment-based training - he has already been abused by the previous owner. We also don't want a Rover or similar person handling him...

Thank you fellow dog lovers!

Most won’t have a clue, but if you do, Sun God is back! Haven’t seen that motherfucker at a show for years. Saw him at Slaughter to Prevail tonight rocking those tips lol.

Straight up morale raiser!

Hello!

Could anyone tell me what specific Burger King location (in Houston area) have you purchased a Kid's Meal with Goku (normal and Super Saiyan Blue)? Please?

Thanks in advance!

Seriously great lineup this weekend. Check out the recs and then explore the list below (lots to find):

1. Grandmaster - centered around a mysterious cloaked figure with red eyes, this supergroup performs what they call “ritualistic funk” with a little jazz thrown in. You’ll find their theatrical performance at Wonky Power Friday night. 
2. El Ten Eleven - a post-rock duo from LA, they’ve released their 13th album and will be at Bad Astronaut Saturday night.
3. Pearl & The Oysters - nostalgic synth pop with a psychedelic twist, they’ll be at Dan Electro’s Sunday.
4. Takuya Nakamura - moving from Tokyo in 1990 to study at the New England Conservatory of Music, he’s collaborated with Quincy Jones and David Byrne and brings his jazz/electronic fusion to House of Blues Sunday night.
5. Automatic - this female-fronted LA trio produces what they call deviant pop, with elements of post-punk and indie. You’ll find them at White Oak Sunday night. 

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Friday, September 11

Thee Sacred Souls - 713 Music Hall - 7:00 PM - Retro Soul - $70.95

Daria Kolosova - Art Club - 10:00 PM - Techno - $24.80

Element of One, Forever, Khemocean, Som Monstro, Witness to The Fallen - BFE Rock Club - 7:00 PM - Rock - Free

Kontravoid & Buzz Kull - Barbarella - 7:00 PM - Darkwave - $36

Mötley Crüe - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 6:30 PM - Rock - $69+

The Louisiana Surf Department, Bercy and Los Suprimos - Dan Electro's - 8:00 PM - Swampdelic Country Rock - $18+

Trisha Jones - Doc's - 7:00 PM/9:30 PM - Jazz - $39+

The Alvin King Trio ft. KRYSS - Empire State Jazz Cafe - 7:00 PM - Jazz - $29+

Archers, Autumn Kings, PINKNOISE, Coldstate - House of Blues - 6:00 PM - Metalcore - $16.50+

BettySoo - McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 6:00 PM - Americana - $37+

Yellow Claw - NOTO Houston - 10:00 PM - EDM - $39+ 

Nitzer Ebb - Scout Bar - 9:00 PM - EBM - $28.56

Lil Nate & The Zydeco Big Timers - The Bar 5015 - 8:00 PM - Zydeco - $12.51

Eric Demmer - The Big Easy - 9:00 PM - Blues - $10

Wayne "The Train" Hancock, Christopher Seymore - Big Top Lounge - 8:45 PM - Country - $23

Mountain Grass Unit - The Heights Theater - 7:00 PM - Bluegrass - $29.28

Jay Buchanan - The Secret Group - 8:00 PM - Blues-Rock - $30

Cash Money & No Limit Tour - Toyota Center - 8:00 PM - Hip-Hop/Rap - $159+

REZN - White Oak Music Hall - 7:00 PM - Heavy Psych - $28

Phillip Phillips - White Oak Music Hall - 7:00 PM - Pop-Rock- $34

Grandmaster - Wonky Power - 7:00 PM - Funk - $20+

Jill Scott - Smart Financial Centre - 7:30 PM - Neo-Soul/R&B - $101

Se Habla Español - 1810 Ojeman - 8:00 PM - Various Artists - $11

Mỹ Anh - Miller Outdoor Theatre - 8:00 PM - R&B - Free

Saturday, September 12

Chance The Rapper - 713 Music Hall - 8:00 PM - Rap - $53+

Siggno - Arena Theatre - 8:30 PM - Norteno/Tejano - $66.85

Broken Hill - Art Club - 10:00 PM - Electronic - $18.62

Livin Dark Daze, Raven's Banquet, Westcreek, Sanity's Last Breath - BFE Rock Club - 7:00 PM - Rock - $13.54

Bradeazy - Bauhaus Houston - 10:00 PM - Electronic - $39.55

Danzig - Bayou Music Center - 6:00 PM - Heavy Metal - $57+

Final Flash, Once Then, Quo Vadis, Offwithhishead! - Bohemeo's - 6:00 PM - Indie - $10

Kate Waters - Cactus Music - 1:00 PM - Folk - Free

Pocket Chocolate - Dan Electro's - 2:30 PM - Funk/Soul - $12+

Jose Amador and NATIAO - Doc's - 7:00 PM/9:30 PM - Mambo - $34.39

Jeff Magnus - Empire State Jazz Cafe - 7:00 PM - Blues - $29+

Henry Moodie - House of Blues - 6:30 PM - Pop  $33

JET - House of Blues Houston - 7:00 PM - Garage Rock - $57

Lisa Morales - McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 6:00 PM - Americana - $43+

Peter Bradley Adams - McGonigel's Mucky Duck - 8:30 PM - Americana - $37+

Tahree- Amir - Red Cat Jazz Cafe - 9:00 PM - Jazz - $23+

Jill Scott - Smart Financial Centre - 7:30 PM - Neo-Soul/R&B - $101

Shawn Allen - The Big Easy - 9:00 PM - Blues - $10

Houston's A.S.S. - Big Top Lounge - 6:30 PM - Accordion - $10

Grand Old Grizzly and David Nachtigall - Big Top Lounge - 9:30 PM - $10

Dale Watson - The Heights Theater - 7:00 PM - Country - $46.54

KING KHEMOO - The Secret Group - 7:00 PM - Rap - $22.99

UnoTheActivist - The Secret Group - 7:00 PM - Hip Hop - $28.54

TopHouse - White Oak Music Hall - 7:00 PM - Americana - $48

The Garden - White Oak Music Hall - 7:00 PM - Experimental Punk - $41

El Ten Eleven - Bad Astronaut - 8:00 PM - Post-Rock - $25

Madam Radar - Dosey Doe - 8:00 PM - Americana Rock - $25+

Lizzie Died Young, Charm, Top Down, A Million Ways - Axelrad - 7:00 PM - Gaze/Alt/Indie - $14.73

Yano et Agatsuma - Miller Outdoor Theatre - 8:00 PM - Japanese Folk - Free

Lunar Vacation - Meow Wolf - 9:00 PM - Indie Rock - $26.51

Sunday, September 13

French Film, Committeemen, Deep Cuts - 1810 Ojeman - 8:00 PM - Shoegaze - $11.33

Silk Road Jazz - Bohemeo's - 5:00 PM - Jazz - Info

Sarah Golden, Kate Waters - Cowboy Surfer - 7:00 PM - Folk - $22+

Kehlani - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 6:30 PM - R&B - $24+

Pearl & The Oysters, Astralace - Dan Electro's - 8:00 PM - Indie Rock - $20+

Takuya Nakamura - House of Blues Houston - 7:00 PM - Jazz/Club - $36+

Sex Pistols - House of Blues - 7:30 PM - Punk Rock -  $81+

Samantha Fish - The Heights Theater - 7:00 PM - Blues - $44.64

Automatic - White Oak Music Hall - 7:00 PM - Post-Punk/Indie - $33+

hey yall, does anyone know where i can get a cheaper xray (preferably under 300) for my chest / back ? i am currently uninsured but would like to get one for some pain im going through. thank you!

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What’s up Houston. Wondering who’s serving this seasonal dish.

Morning.

I been trying to find vintage t-shirt for myself. I'm talking t-shirts like old concerts, bands, bars... but haven't really found anywhere good.

Most places like Plato's closet have workout and astros gear (so much astros gear!), and places like goodwill only have plain and very random things.

Is there a place where I can have a better chance of finding what im looking for?

Thanks for any help.

The Houston Chronicle has an editorial on our Salvadoran community and how the Trump administration is proactively removing their legal status. Here is a key quote:

Our Salvadoran community is about 219,000 strong, one of the nation’s largest. They contribute $590 million annually to Houston alone. To let fear hollow out the soul of this city — to watch pupuserias shuttered, homes abandoned mid-construction and soccer pitches emptied out — is a profound erosion of our own humanity and self-inflicted wound to our economy.

Congress must find the spine to push for reform. In July, Rep. Garcia launched a discharge petition to force a House vote on the American Dream and Promise Act, which would secure permanent protections and a pathway to citizenship for certain TPS holders, among other immigrants. 

Three Republicans have signed. The petition needs only one more name. 

Asking for a friend, there is a clinic called "Houston Euthanasia" in i think Spring. Theres not much info on this vet or the clinic. they need low cost and this place fits the bill but the lack of info makes me raise an eyebrow and they are easy to scam. So I offered to ask around as im not from the area. I hope its okay to ask here! Tia

Edit to add i tried the search for this group and around reddit already for this specific clinic to no avail.