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Mayor John Whitmire Ushers in New Era of Leadership for Houston
Despite the brisk weather and rain showers, Houston greeted the New Year with optimism as Mayor John Whitmire delivered a heartfelt inaugural address. As the city’s 63rd Mayor and, at 75, the eldest in over seven decades, Whitmire's speech was a beacon of hope for the city's vibrant future.
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Zoe Cadore, Houston Caribbean Queen, Crowned Miss Caribbean United States
Houston Caribbean Queen, Zoe Cadore, was crowned Miss Caribbean United States 2017 at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center for the 10th Anniversary of the competition. The evening featured a lively celebration of Caribbean culture. Zoe was a favorite among the Judges throughout the 2-day competition winning the award for Best Interview.
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Houston Alumnae Chapter 16th Jazz Soiree
Photography by Vicky Pink - It was a jazzy affair at the Houston Alumnae Chapter …
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2018 NASP Diverse and Emerging Manager Forum
Photography by Vicky Pink - The National Association of Securities Professionals Forum Board of Directors …
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s Unity Event for Houston’s Schoolchildren
Photography by Vicky Pink - Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee led a unity event for all …
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Get Covered Live Youth Panel & Twitter Town Hal
Photography by Vicky Pink - On Thursday, March 27, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on …
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2013 World Youth Foundation Workshop
Photography by Vicky Pink - On Wednesday, September 18, 2013, Houston Style Magazine was on …
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Joe Biden Makes First Campaign Stop In Houston
Former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden visited Houston Tuesday for campaign events, including a town hall meeting with the American Federation of Teachers and then a fundraiser.
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MD Anderson 75th Anniversary Gala
Photography by Vicky Pink - The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center celebrated its …
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A Message From the Richard A. Carranza, HISD Superintendent
As many of you know, I will be leaving HISD for an opportunity to serve as the new Chancellor of New York City schools. It is with a heavy heart that I leave Houston, a dynamic and unique city with a can-do spirit the size of Texas. I want to thank you for welcoming me into your lives and entrusting me with the education of your children.
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Historic Bethel ParkTemporarily Closed
Historic Bethel Park is temporarily closed and locked for landscape renovations. A perimeter fence was recently installed to enclose the site following severe damage to the landscape sustained by excessive dog waste and foot traffic.
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Spring ISD’s first Hispanic female superintendent Dr. Lupita Hinojosa Off to a Great Start
History maker Dr. Lupita Hinojosa, new Spring HISD Superintendent, opened the school year by visiting several schools to welcome students back to class.
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Council Member Dr. Letitia Plummer, Houston At-Large Position 4
Published on May 14, 2020
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Houston City Council Member Letitica Plummer with Burt Levine and wife
Published on July 20, 2023
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City of Houston Planning Department Announces Multimodal Mobility Study for Southeast Houston
The City of Houston Planning Department announced today the development of a multimodal mobility study inclusive of vehicular, transit, pedestrian, bicycle and freight in the area bounded by Interstate 610 to the north, State Highway 288 to the west, Sam Houston Toll Road to the south, and Interstate 45 and Galveston Road to the east.
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Strife in Life: GED 2017 Graduation Focuses On Successes of Adult Learners at Harris County Department of Education
Graduation 2017 is slated for May 20 at 11 a.m. in the Harris County Department of Education Conference Center, 6300 Irvington Blvd., Houston, Texas. The ceremony focuses on the successes of adult learners as they return to school to get their GEDs. The theme “Strife in Life” captures the personal stories from students who share their successes and struggles.
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Championing Fairness: Commissioner Ellis Advances Resolution for Just University Funding
In a decisive move for educational equity, the Harris County Commissioners Court, led by the committed Commissioner Rodney Ellis, sanctioned a pivotal resolution on Tuesday. This mandate urges the State of Texas to eradicate the existing financial inequities plaguing Historically Black Colleges and Universities
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Above the Water: How Black Businesses Swim in 2018
Simply being business is hard enough. Compound that with being Black-owned and a disaster like Hurricane Harvey and the definition of sinking or swimming takes on an entirely new meaning. In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, many entrepreneurs had the difficult teeter-totter task of balancing the rebuild of their home life and business life. As a result, many businesses closed, especially those that were Black-owned. However, there were some that were able to float instead of sink. Courtney Johnson-Rose, current Greater Houston Black Chamber of Commerce (GHBCC) Board Chair, spoke with Houston Style Magazine to give insight on how those Black-owned businesses that survived stayed above the water in 2018 in celebration of Black History Month.
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NAACP Warns Black Passengers About Traveling With American Airlines
The NAACP is warning African-American travelers to be careful when they fly with American Airlines. In an advisory late Tuesday, the organization said it has noticed "a pattern of disturbing incidents reported by African-American passengers, specific to American Airlines."
