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Derek Tice reflects on an eight-year journey in the health insurance industry, a path he began in 2018 looking for stability, but which ultimately provided a deep sense of purpose. Derek argues that in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape, the role of the agent has transitioned from “salesperson” to “essential advisor.

While the Houston skyline represents growth and industrial prowess, a quieter, more corrosive issue lingers in the shadows of its overpasses and rural county roads: illegal dumping. From the bayous of Harris County to the developing outskirts of Fort Bend, the unauthorized disposal of waste has shifted from a mere eyesore to a full-blown public health and legal crisis. As local governments ramp up enforcement in 2026, residents must navigate the thin line between convenience and a criminal record.

The Americano: A wartime innovation. Born from the cultural collision of World War II, the Americano originated when homesick American GIs in Italy diluted potent espresso shots with hot water to mimic the comforting drip coffee of home. What began as a soldier’s compromise has evolved into a Houston staple, offering a perfect balance between the intensity of espresso and the lingering pace of a Bayou City morning.

Houston’s downtown dining scene is brighter thanks to Executive Chef Julio Cisneros, the culinary force behind The Downtown Club at The Met.

Houston City Beat was on the scene this Saturday at the “Gratitude and Giving” holiday food drive, witnessing firsthand the powerful impact when community partners unite to support neighbors in need.

If you’re raising kids in Greater Houston, you already know how fast the costs of their future add up: college tuition, first apartments, maybe even a starter home. A new federal program aims to give children a little financial head start: “Trump Accounts,” a type of investment account created in President Donald Trump’s recent tax and spending package.

As of September 1, 2025, Texas has officially put roadside puppy sellers on notice.

For many Houstonians, the holidays are filled with family gatherings, festive décor, and cozy moments at home. For others, it’s also the season to make a major decision to selling their home.

It takes real bravery to safely propel off the side of a 26-story building. And on Friday, November 14, that’s exactly what dozens of fearless Houstonians will be doing as they step off the edge of the Galleria DoubleTree Hotel for Rappel for a Reason, a fundraising event benefiting the United Way of Greater Houston.

Light Up the Park, presented by Houston Methodist, Houston’s newest holiday celebration.

The event officially opens to the public on Saturday, November 22, kicking off a 45-day festival that runs through January 4, 2026.