Houston Style Magazine Exclusive: Red Cross in 2024 - Battling the Climate Crisis One Disaster at a Time
As the world barrels into 2025, the Texas Gulf Coast Region reflects on a year dominated by climate chaos. In 2024, the American Red Cross stood resilient amidst relentless disasters, providing a lifeline to countless families grappling with the second-highest number of billion-dollar climate events in U.S. history. With 24 catastrophic weather events—trailing only 2023’s jaw-dropping 28—the Red Cross’s role has never been more critical.
Ring in 2025 with Glamour and Grace at Doves Restaurant’s Noir New Year’s Eve Affair
As Houston gears up to welcome a brand-new year, Midtown’s iconic Doves Restaurant is raising the bar with its exclusive All Black Noir New Year’s Eve Affair, presented by Moët & Chandon Champagne. This unforgettable celebration promises a night of unparalleled sophistication, delectable cuisine, and lively entertainment that’s sure to leave a lasting impression. With a limited number of tickets still available, this is your chance to end 2024 in style and ring in 2025 with flair.
Congressman Al Green Joins C-SPAN to Discuss Federal Spending Deadline and Issues Impacting the 2024 Election
On December 19, 2024, Congressman Al Green discussed the federal spending deadline, issues impacting the 2024 election, and the congressional news of the day on C-SPAN's Washington Journal with host Mimi Geerges.
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at George Memorial Library!
Ring in the Year of the Snake with a dazzling Lunar New Year Festival at George Memorial Library in Richmond! On Saturday, January 25, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Fort Bend County Libraries invites families to immerse themselves in vibrant cultural activities, captivating performances, and hands-on crafts—perfect for all ages!
Kim Ogg’s Legacy: Transforming Seized Assets into Community Support
District Attorney Kim Ogg champions an innovative approach to asset forfeiture, investing in Houston’s future.
In a groundbreaking announcement, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg revealed a record-breaking $1.4 million in contributions to community organizations this year—all sourced from the DA’s Asset Forfeiture Fund. These funds, often a source of controversy, have been repurposed to breathe life into crime-prevention programs and services that uplift the community.
Gas is Dirty. LNG Proponents Don’t Just Ignore the Facts, They Ignore the Human Toll.
Not long after her adopted twins came to live with her in Freeport, Texas, Melanie Oldham saw their health start to decline. Both children were diagnosed with severe asthma.
Houston’s Commitment to Dr. King’s Legacy: Mayor John Whitmire Champions Unified MLK Parade for 2025
The City of Houston and Mayor John Whitmire have once again demonstrated their unwavering dedication to celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring legacy. In 2025, Houston will proudly continue its tradition of supporting the Black Heritage Society’s MLK Day parade, marking 48 years of honoring Dr. King’s vision of unity, justice, and progress.
The Top 3 Wines You Must Have for Your New Year’s Entertaining
Raise Your Glass to 2025 with Stephanie Browne’s Culturally-Inspired Wine Pairings
As the clock ticks closer to 2025, the usual scramble for New Year’s Eve reservations is in full swing. But between holiday spending and the chaos of holiday travel, staying home might just be the move this year. Don’t worry—hosting your own soirée doesn’t mean sacrificing sophistication. With a little creativity and the right wines, you can transform your home into the ultimate party destination.
Congressman Al Green Honors the Legacy of President Jimmy Carter as a Champion for Humanity
On Monday, December 30, 2024, Congressman Al Green released the following statement on X/Twitter:
Looks of the Year: The most stylish people of 2024
Each week of 2024, CNN Style has delved into the standout or most talked-about celebrity fashion moment of the last seven days, from Heidi Klum’s show-stopping E.T. Halloween costume to the internet-breaking Harris-Walz camo caps released on the campaign trail.
Looking back at Celine Dion’s triumphant year, the inspirational pop culture story we needed in 2024
Perched atop of a platform on the Eiffel Tower at the start of the Paris Olympics in July, Celine Dion, gone for years amid a bitter health battle, marked her return in grand fashion with a rendition of Edith Piaf classic “Hymne À L’Amour.” It was, you could say, her own hymne à la résilience.
CNN’s top 100 digital stories of 2024
In 2016, CNN produced a book entitled Unprecedented: The Election That Changed Everything. As we look back on the top 100 stories of 2024 on CNN’s digital platforms, the word unprecedented would seem too overused by now to still be potent … and yet.
Making financial resolutions? Keep your list short and specific
So you want to get your financial life in order. And you swear that 2025 will be the year you do it. In fact, you’re making it your new year’s resolution.
US stocks fall with one trading day left in 2024
US stocks dropped Monday, with the Dow falling by more than 300 points as markets close out a record year.
More than 170 killed after South Korean jet crash-lands at airport. Here’s what we know
Scores of people were killed on Sunday when a passenger jet crash-landed at an airport in southwestern South Korea, with the aircraft careening down the runway on its belly before bursting into flames.
You no longer need a PhD in Disney World to make it affordable
Between figuring out Lightning Lanes and how to cram all the rides and meals the family wants into a single trip, planning a Disney World vacation is complicated enough — let alone if you’re trying to do Disney on a budget.
Jimmy Carter, a one-term president who became a globe-trotting elder statesman, dies at 100
Former President Jimmy Carter, a Georgia peanut farmer who vowed to restore morality and truth to politics after an era of White House scandal and who redefined post-presidential service, died Sunday at the age of 100.
‘An old friend’: Former US President Jimmy Carter remembered in China for establishing diplomatic ties
Former US President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, is remembered in China for bringing an end to decades of hostility and establishing diplomatic relations with Beijing – at the expense of Taiwan.
What we know about funeral plans for former President Jimmy Carter
The official state funeral in Washington, DC for former President Jimmy Carter will be held on January 9, the White House confirmed Monday.
How world leaders are reacting to Jimmy Carter’s death
World leaders have offered their condolences following the death of former US President Jimmy Carter, who passed away Sunday at the age of 100.
