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Join the 2024 Houston Walk for 1 in 100 to Support Congenital Heart Disease Research

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA) for the 2024 Houston Walk for 1 in 100. This family-friendly event, scheduled for Saturday, April 27 at Memorial Park Conservancy, aims to raise vital funds for congenital heart disease (CHD) research, outreach programs, and patient advocacy efforts. With a fundraising goal of $35,000, every step you take and every dollar you raise will make a difference in the lives of those affected by CHD.

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Dynasty! The Houston Astros Capture Their Second World Series Title With Game 6 Win

The fans of the Seattle Mariners (American League Division Series), New York Yankees (American League Championship Series), and Philadelphia Phillies (World Series) all had a mantra before facing the Houston Astros this postseason: “WE WANT HOUSTON”.

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FAST X | Watch the Big Game Spot

The end of the road begins. Fast X, the tenth film in the Fast & Furious Saga, launches the final chapters of one of cinema’s most storied and popular global franchises, now in its third decade and still going strong with the same core cast and characters as when it began.

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Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Assumes Role as President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Garnering Praise at Inaugural Social Justice Conference

In a groundbreaking moment on the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III was formally installed as the President and CEO of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, marking a pivotal chapter in the organization's commitment to social justice. The grand installation event, held at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters on February 1, 2024, drew a sold-out crowd of influential figures and luminaries from across the nation. The VIP attendees included Roland Martin, Rev. Al Sharpton (NAN), Shavonne Arline-Bradley (NCNW), Dr. Michael Sorrell, and Dr. Ron Daniels, among others.

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Avenida Houston Presents The Rink at Discovery Green

This March, Avenida Houston presents The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green. Houston’s first outdoor roller rink returns for a second season with a new and improved skating surface, colorful lighting and fun weekly programming. The rink opens on Friday, March 2 and will be open daily through Sunday, March 25. Admission is $8 per person or $10 for the online fast past, plus $4 for skate rental.

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Brewing Inclusivity: Bitty & Beau's Coffee and Leadership Houston Forge a Future of Opportunity

In the heart of Houston, a morning of purposeful dialogue brewed as city leaders and changemakers convened at the inspiring Bitty & Beau's Coffee. The gathering, graced by the presence of Houston Style Magazine’s esteemed publisher, Francis Page Jr., epitomized community synergy. The camaraderie was palpable, fostered by the exemplary hospitality of Bitty & Beau’s diligent staff, for which we remain heartily thankful.

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Governor Abbott Reappoints Bunin And Hase To Governing Board Of The Indigent Defense Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Alex Bunin and Don Hase to the Governing Board of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for terms set to expire February 1, 2019. The commission provides financial and technical support to counties to develop and maintain quality, cost-effective indigent defense systems.

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Rival sides in Yemen's war to hold first direct talks in years

Officials from Yemen's internationally-recognized government are set to hold direct talks with Houthi rebels in Sweden on Thursday in the most significant step to end the country's conflict in more than two years.

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First Phase of MFAH Campus Transformation Opens in May 2018

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, today announced that in May 2018, the first phase of the Museum’s campus transformation will be inaugurated, with the completion of the new Glassell School of Art building, by Steven Holl Architects; the school’s BBVA Compass Roof Garden; and the adjacent Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza, by Deborah Nevins & Associates.

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Red Chickz: The Hottest Nashville Hot Chicken Joint Lands in Houston!

Brace yourselves, spice lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the fiery flavors of Red Chickz, the legendary Nashville hot chicken sensation straight from the heart of Los Angeles. Set to make its sizzling debut in Houston later this spring, Red Chickz is primed to set the city ablaze with its signature blend of heat and crunch.

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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.

Escapee found hiding in small room 75 miles away from county jail

An escape was short-lived for a state inmate who was found hiding in a small room in a building about 75 miles away from the county jail, Mississippi prison officials said.

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Make a Wish! Tanabata Japanese Star Festival

Celebrate the annual reunion of Japan’s iconic star-crossed lovers with storytelling, dances and cultural activities!

The Children’s Museum of Houston and the Consulate General of Japan in Houston would like to invite you to celebrate the Make a Wish! “Tanabata 七夕” Japanese Star Festival. As legend is told in Japanese culture, two star-crossed lovers, Vega and Altair, are separated by the Milky Way. They are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. This reunion marks the celebration of Tanabata (meaning the evening of the seventh).

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Security Tight Ahead Of Super Bowl LI

For the next five days, the eyes of the world will be on Houston as thousands of uniformed officers from multiple agencies keep the city secure for the Super Bowl.

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Keeping It 100: Astros Clinch A.L. West

Some say that “You can’t have your cake and eat it too.” I guess the defending World Series champs didn’t get that memo. On a night where the Houston Astros won their 100th game for the second consecutive season, they also clinched another AL West title.

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Houston Named #1 Party City of 2018 (new data from Evite)

Houston kept the world’s #1 party spot again, according to new data by Evite, the world's leading digital platform for bringing people together.

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Houston Texans Sign S Tyrann Mathieu and Claim WR Sammie Coates Off Waivers

The Houston Texans signed unrestricted free agent S Tyrann Mathieu. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Houston also claimed WR Sammie Coates off waivers from the Cleveland Browns.

Houston Independent School District, Houston Food Bank to offer daily meal distributions

The Houston Independent School District, in partnership with the Houston Food Bank School Market program, will offer daily food distribution at five area high schools, beginning Monday, March 16, and continuing through Monday, March 20. A sixth high school will host a one-time food distribution site on Saturday, March 14 (tomorrow).

Interim President Appointed at UH-Downtown

National Search for Next UHD President to Launch Soon

Antonio Tillis, dean of the University of Houston’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has been appointed interim president of UH-Downtown. He begins July 2. He replaces Juan Muñoz, who was recently named chancellor of the University of California-Merced. Muñoz was president of UHD since 2017.

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Representative Thierry's Statement on Proposed Detention Center for Immigrant Children in Houston

On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, Representative Shawn Thierry (D-Houston) addressed the issue of a newly submitted application by Southwest Key Programs to manage a detention facility in Houston which will hold immigrant children who have been separated from their parents resulting from President Trump's new immigration policy.