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Commissioner Ellis Responds To Houston Port Authority’s Disparity Numbers for M/WBE’s

Port Of Houston 2020 Budget – $425 Million and 0.09% To Black Firms

Today, the Houston Port Authority released the results of a disparity study looking at the access that minority and women-owned businesses have to the Port Authority’s contracting dollars. In response, County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, who championed Harris County’s disparity study, and advocated for the Port Authority to complete a study as well, issued the following statement:

Houston Mayor, Others, Help Provide Additional $28.9 Million to Hurricane Harvey Victims

Continuing efforts to help victims hit hard by the massive storm, the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund (HHRF) has distributed $28.9 million more in financial aid and services to flood victims in the Houston area.

Kids Day of Play At Haverstock Hill Apartments

The Angelo Blackson Foundation and Friends Provided Much Needed Fun!

One Sunday, NFL player Angelo Blackson and his family and friends gathered to provide a full Day of Play for the kids at one of Houston’s most notorious apartment complexes: Haverstock Hill Apartments.

Gospel Music Heritage Month Foundation Presents 9th Evolution of Gospel Celebration - Monday, September 18, 2017

Honoring Gospel Music Legend and Stellar Award Winner Donnie McClurkin, Founder & CEO of Tyscot Music + Entertainment Bishop Leonard Scott and NAACP Chairman Emeritus Roslyn M. Brock

The Gospel Music Heritage Month Foundation (#GMHM2017) is proud to announce its ninth annual "Evolution of Gospel," which commemorates the month of September as Gospel Music Heritage Month (GMHM). The celebration will present inspirational and exhilarating music performances by some of Gospel music’s biggest stars and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the rich legacy of Gospel music in America. The “Evolution of Gospel” will be held on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 7 p.m. EDT at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. Interested persons can obtain tickets by calling 202.467.4600 or 800.444.1324.

Home Cooking: Houston Texans Defeat the Cleveland Browns

The Houston Texans got a much needed victory this past Sunday at NRG stadium by defeating the Cleveland Browns 33-17. The Texans got back to their winning ways and got a week off before heading to Seattle to take on the Seahawks. They will need the additional time to get healthy and adjust to the injuries they have suffered on the defensive side of the ball (Whitney Mercilus and JJ Watt are out for the season).

Charmillionaire Starts Robin’s Heart Foundation, Partnership with Mattress Mack to Aid Harvey Relief Efforts

Houston rapper Chamillionaire dropped two major announcements Tuesday morning as he continues to help Texas get back on its feet following the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee to Host Congressional Delegation in Visit to Houston to Address Criminal Justice Reform

Congresswoman Jackson Lee: “It is our responsibility in Congress to listen to all sides and try and find solutions to restore trust in our criminal justice system.”

New liquid biopsy-based cancer model reveals data on deadly lung cancer

Intratumoral heterogeneity may be responsible for chemotherapy resistance in patients with small-cell lung cancer

Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) accounts for 14 percent of all lung cancers and is often rapidly resistant to chemotherapy resulting in poor clinical outcomes. Treatment has changed little for decades, but a study at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers a potential explanation for why the disease becomes chemoresistant, and a possible avenue to explore new diagnostic approaches.

Union Pacific Railroad: Paving the Future for Houston's Community Through Generous Grants

Union Pacific Railroad, a cornerstone of America's transportation network with over 160 years of history, continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the communities it serves, particularly in the vibrant city of Houston. This commitment was showcased at the celebratory luncheon held at King Ranch Texas Kitchen Restaurant on Feb. 21, 2022, honoring the recipients of the 2023 Union Pacific Foundation Community Ties giving program.

Celebration of Life for Councilman Larry Green

Photography by Vicky Pink Mourners gathered to pay final respects to Houston City Councilman Larry …

4th Annual “Honoring Our Fathers” Father’s Day Brunch

Photography by Vicky Pink - On Saturday, June 20, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on …

Revolutionizing Medical Education: Ibn Sina Foundation and Sam Houston State University Partner for Clinical Training at OakBend Medical Center

Collaboration Marks a New Era in Healthcare Advancement for Fort Bend County

In a monumental stride towards enhancing medical education and healthcare accessibility, the Ibn Sina Foundation, in conjunction with Sam Houston State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), proudly announces the establishment of the Ibn Sina Clinical Training Region at OakBend Medical Center in Fort Bend County. This groundbreaking collaboration promises to elevate medical standards and community health initiatives in the region to unprecedented heights.

Equality Health Foundation Hosts Healthy Fall Festival & Turkey Giveaway

Houston Residents Invited to Participate in Drive-Thru Community Celebration

Equality Health Foundation is pleased to present its 2nd Healthy Fall Festival and Turkey Giveaway happening Saturday, November 12, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Odom Weaver Elementary School in Houston, Texas.

TSU announces historic new College of Transdisciplinary Studies

Texas Southern University is launching a new college that creates a pathway for people who started college, but did not complete their degree program. The College of Transdisciplinary Studies will assist students to continue their education and complete and earn a baccalaureate degree or master’s degree. This new college is the first ever college of transdisciplinary studies approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and offers a range of degree programs to satisfy the needs of students who have previously stopped out of higher education.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces EPA Action to Aid Kashmere Gardens, 5th Ward and other Areas Impacted by creosote contamination by the Railroads in the Region

“EPA Administrator Michael Regan, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Biden Administration are taking important steps forward to help the people in my Congressional District, who live in Kashmere Garden, 5th Ward and Northeast areas of Houston and Harris County that comprise the 18th Congressional District. The announcement today is going to change lives by focusing needed resources on a problem that has gone too long without a remedy. Over the years I have been holding discussions and meeting cancer victims and listening to the stories of families who lost loved ones to cancer and other diseases over generations. We are desperate for relief. I have been disappointed by the unwillingness of previous Administrations to act to protect residents. Biden Administration has changed that by taking action.

UH’s Africana Aesthetics Conference

Photography by Vicky Pink - On February 11, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand …

Ella Varner added to Houston 2017 Black Heritage Festival Line Up

Black Heritage Music and Arts Festival adds Grammy-nominated Ella Varner to the 2017 line up. Alongside Eric Benét, both icons will perform live at Discovery Green September 30, 2017 at Discovery Green from 4pm-10pm.

Urban South Brewery Brings a Bit of New Orleans Flavor to Houston

Craft brewery introduces fan-favorite beers from flagship location to Houston market

Urban South Brewery is no stranger to the deep cultural connection between Houston and New Orleans. The craft brewery’s Houston location has introduced several flagship beers to the Houston market that are regular fan-favorites from the brewery’s founding location in New Orleans. As of this month, Holy Roller, Lime Cucumber Gose and Paradise Park are all available on draft and in cans at Urban South - HTX – three of Urban South’s foundational year-round brews in New Orleans.

Prairie View A&M Awarded $1 Million for African-¬‐American Studies Initiative

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) a grant of $500,000 to support its effort to establish an African-¬‐American Studies Initiative, which will be housed in its Marvin D. and June Samuel Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences.

Grand Opening: Albert and Ethel Herzstein Gallery for Judaica at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, on Dec. 3

Experience the unveiling of the Albert and Ethel Herzstein Gallery for Judaica at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, a permanent showcase of art embodying the rich religious practices of Jewish communities worldwide, with the inaugural installation opening in December.

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