Houston's MOCA awards $99,750 in grants to 40 local art projects through the Let Creativity Happen! program, supporting a diverse range of cultural works.

North Texans celebrate the holiday season with traditions such as Kwanzaa, an ice skating rink in Grapevine, and the lighting of a community Christmas tree in Fort Worth.

Aldine ISD and UHD partner to boost bilingual literacy in Houston via a $2.5 million grant, featuring student contributions like Miguel Huerta's bilingual book, enhancing English and Spanish reading skills.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library's new exhibit highlights the diverse personal stories and artifacts of Illinois citizens, including both celebrities and everyday residents.

San Antonio's Evalin Clark competes on "The Bachelor" to win Joey Graziadei's heart. She joins 31 others in the reality show, known for its romance and drama.

San Bernardino County teams up with a museum to educate the public on protecting California's citrus groves from invasive fruit pests through an exhibit and awareness campaigns.

The Visual Art League of Lewisville is hosting the 'Deconstructed' art show from Jan. 6 to Feb. 3 at the Lewisville Grand Theater, featuring a variety of artistic interpretations of the theme.

Woodturner Bill Peterson, 84, showcases his turned wood bowls and sculptures at the Coon Rapids Civic Center, reflecting his transition from metalwork to woodworking and his passion for the craft.

Garland announces its 35th annual MLK parade on January 13, 2024, with a route starting at Dairy Road and Garden Drive, celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and uniting the community.

Heid E. Erdrich has been named Minneapolis' first Poet Laureate, with the city praising her contribution to the arts and commitment to engaging various communities through poetry.

Long Beach Public Library partners with Alexander Street by ProQuest, providing free access to a digital collection of arts in video and audio, including performances from prestigious venues and lectures.

A woman pretended to be a Waffle House employee in Georgia, worked for hours, and then robbed the cash register before fleeing. Police are searching for the suspect using surveillance footage to identify her.

The Oak Cliff Cultural Center in Dallas announces a diverse line-up for January, including the Zora Neale Hurston Festival, artistic workshops, comedy shows, and inclusive art classes for individuals with disabilities.