Story
Nick Gordon, Found Liable in Bobbi Kristina’s Death, Dead of Suspected Overdose
Once Bobbi Kristina Brown’s boyfriend, he was also held liable in her 2015 death in a 2016 civil trial.
Story
The Conrad O. Johnson Music and Fine Arts Foundation Conducts A Summer Music Institute June 20th through June 24th Music
The Other “M” in S.T.E.M. The Correlation between Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Music
A one-week Summer Music Institute focusing on the art of Music and Academic Excellence, culminating with a Showcase of Talent Expose. The fee of $300.00 per student, includes Tuition, Continental Breakfast, Lunch, Interactive workshops, Class Materials, and field trips. For the Showcase of Talent only, a donation of $20.00 is requested. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Conrad O. Johnson Education and Outreach program.
Story
About 1,300 Youth Athletes will Compete for Medals in So-called Street Games During the Harris County Street Olympics Final Event
Fun-filled Competition Includes Foot Races, Chess, Hopscotch, Jump Rope, Hula Hoop, Poetry and Spelling Bee
About 1,300 boys and girls, ages 6 to 15, from 55 youth-serving agencies will vie for “gold,” “silver” and “bronze” medals during the Harris County Street Olympics Summer Games Final Event, which is presented by Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Street Olympics Board of Directors and sponsors. Before the competition begins, Commissioner Ellis, board members and sponsors will lead the Parade of Champions that involves the athletes marching into NRG Arena for a brief ceremony before the games begin.
Photo gallery
2013 Comcast Internet Essentials
Photography by Roswitha Vogler - On Friday, September 20, 2013, Houston Style Magazine was on …
Story
Black History in the Heart of the City
“If race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated,” said Dr. Carter G. Woodson some sixty-five years ago.
Story
Bobby Henry Sr. is the Recipient of the 2017 Angelo B. Henderson Community Service Award
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) announced today that Bobby Henry, publisher of the Westside Gazette in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the recipient of the 2017 Angelo B. Henderson Community Service Award.
Story
Performing Arts Houston's Record-breaking Kaleidoscope Ball: Mariposas de Guadalajara Honoring Jesse H. Jones II
Performing Arts Houston's 2024 Kaleidoscope Ball, themed Mariposas de Guadalajara, soared to new heights as it celebrated the rich culture of Guadalajara and honored esteemed philanthropist Jesse H. Jones II. The event, chaired by Kristin and Lance Reynolds, dazzled attendees with vibrant décor, exquisite cuisine, and captivating performances, all while smashing previous fundraising records.
Photo gallery
COH 5th Champion of Diversity Awards
Photography by Vicky Pink - The City of Houston’s Office of Business Opportunity Advisory Board …
Photo gallery
Houston Hosts National Urban League
The joint efforts of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Congresswoman Al Green, Texas Rep. Ron Reynolds, …
Story
Houston man who masterminded the hiding of 5-year-old Sierra Patino’s body sentenced to 40 years in prison
A Houston man who worked to hide the body of his girlfriend’s dead 5-year-old daughter has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.
Photo
One such rising star is Chef Philippe Verpiand, from France's Provence region, who in 2015 was formally recognized as a Master Chef of France, an …
Published on January 17, 2017
Photo
HTTC 2nd place Elijah Silas - Three teen Club members received Chevron Service Pantry Awards for their dedicated community service in leading the Houston Texans …
Published on May 18, 2020
Photo
HTTC 3rd place Julian Davenport - Three teen Club members received Chevron Service Pantry Awards for their dedicated community service in leading the Houston Texans …
Published on May 18, 2020
Story
Mayweather Boxing + Fitness Opens Location in Houston Heights
The new studio owner plans to unite the community through Floyd Mayweather’s Fitness Franchise
Mayweather Boxing + Fitness – the best-in-class group fitness experience that combines immersive training with boxing legend Floyd Mayweather’s champion techniques, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new location in Houston Heights. Located at 600 N Shepherd Dr, Mayweather Boxing + Fitness of Houston Heights recently opened on May 6th.
Story
University of Houston Secures $1.6 Million Grant to Advance STEM Education for Underrepresented High School Students
Researchers at the University of Houston received a $1.6 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a community partnership to provide a culturally responsive STEM experience to underrepresented high school students enrolled in alternative schooling systems in the city of Houston.
Story
Second Chance Job Fair
City Council Member Dwight Boykins is pleased to announce his upcoming annual 2nd Chance Job Fair on Thursday, September 19, 2019.
Story
The Houston AutoBoative Show Preview Night Offers Exclusive SkyRocket Concert and First Look at Vehicles and Boats
Take a first look at the Houston AutoBoative Show during an exclusive Preview Night Gala held at the NRG Center on January 24, 2023, at 7 PM. This kick-off event lets guests preview the Houston AutoBoative Show before the general public and experience a night filled with entertainment.
Story
Prairie View A&M University Professor awarded 5.3 million grant to tackle food insecurities
The University spearheads the effort to find a cure for hunger and poverty
Prairie View A&M University answers the call to find a cure for a real-world problem: food insecurity. World Food Day at PVAMU will feature Dr. Deland J. Myers Sr. Endowed Professor of Food Systems at PV. Dr. Myers was awarded a 5.3 million dollar grant from the Texas A&M Chancellors Research Initiative to found the Integrated Food Security Research Center (IFSRC) for the purpose of establishing a center with a focused research, academic, and outreach effort to study the causes of food insecurity, the impacts of this issue, and finding ways to alleviate food insecurity in communities.
Story
The Houston Launch Pad Receives $297,194 Job-Training Grant
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has awarded The Houston Launch Pad a $297,194 Self-Sufficiency Fund training grant. The Houston Launch Pad partnered with Almeda-Genoa Construction, Williams Brothers Construction and ISI Infrastructure Services to help 150 individuals transition into the workforce from dependency on public assistance.
Photo gallery
Houston Area Urban League 2017 Equal Opportunity Day Gala
Photography by Vicky Pink - The Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) celebrated 49 years of …
