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It’s the day after. How is your election stress?

As the country wakes up to Donald Trump as the projected winner of the presidential election, there is one thing we can all agree on — it has been a long, hard-fought path to the White House.

Rare letter signed by Founding Fathers expected to fetch $1 million at auction

A rare letter signed by three of the Founding Fathers of the United States is going on sale, and is expected to fetch up to $1 million when it goes under the hammer next week.

Hurricane Rafael is rapidly intensifying as it closes in on Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico

Hurricane Rafael, a Category 2 with 100 mph sustained winds, is rapidly intensifying in the Caribbean as it bears down on Cuba Wednesday.

7 states vote to protect abortion rights, while efforts to expand access in Florida and South Dakota fail

More than two years after the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and ended the federal constitutional right to an abortion, voters in 10 states cast ballots on whether to cement reproductive rights in their state constitutions.

Hotel Matilda’s Cena Negra: A Soulful Feast of Día de Muertos, Art, and Culinary Brilliance**

Each year, as the vibrant marigold blossoms line the streets and the air hums with memories of ancestors, Hotel Matilda hosts a night that has become legendary among Mexico’s culinary elite: the annual Cena Negra. This year marked the 13th …

HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake: A Shining Star in Specialty Care

In the heart of the Bay Area, HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake is making waves — and not just because of its scenic coastal location. Recently recognized by Healthgrades as a national leader in specialty care, this Webster, Texas hospital …

It’s ugly out there. 5 tips for talking to those with divergent views

After months of polarizing rhetoric, unexpected pivots and misinformation galore, this roller coaster of an election season is finally coming to a close. For many, the end can’t come soon enough; the political tension is so thick, and many people …

Houston Area Urban League’s Visions of Tomorrow – Celebrating the Next 55 Years: The 56th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Gala

Houston Style Magazine is thrilled to spotlight one of the city's most impactful and eagerly awaited events, the Houston Area Urban League's (HAUL) 56th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Gala, set to dazzle on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Taking place at …

Houston Fire Department Makes Historic Appointment: Assistant Chief Marion Spann Shatters Barriers as First Black Woman Fire Marshal

In a historic stride forward, the Houston Fire Department (HFD) has proudly named Assistant Chief Marion Spann as the city’s first Black female Fire Marshal—a groundbreaking achievement reflecting Houston's commitment to diversity and excellence. Appointed by Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz, …

Harris and Trump tie in Dixville Notch midnight vote to kick off Election Day

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have tied with three votes each in the tiny New Hampshire township of Dixville Notch, kicking off Election Day in one of the first places in the country to report its …

Voters with Outdated Gender Markers on IDs: Know Your Rights at the Polls

Voters with outdated gender markers on their IDs cannot be denied a ballot, as long as their name is substantially similar to their voter registration.

Santa Cruz County ballot errors impact more than 1,100 voters

Two ballot blunders in Santa Cruz County are impacting hundreds of ballots that could ultimately impact the outcome of two ballot issues.

Lisa Morelli Steps into Leadership Role at the EEOC, Bringing New Energy and Expertise to Field Management*

In a major development for workplace equality, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has appointed Lisa Morelli as the new Director of Field Management Programs. With a career spanning over 28 years in the agency, Morelli is set to …

Harris offers Americans a chance to turn the page on Trump era on election eve – without mentioning his name

Her message has been consistent, but Kamala Harris has in the closing days of the presidential race dropped two notable words from her stump speech: Donald Trump.

An hour-by-hour guide to election night poll closings

The 2024 presidential election will decide control of the White House, Senate, House of Representatives, gubernatorial offices and ballot measures on key issues in many states. This is a guide to poll closing times and includes notable down ballot races …