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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter Kicks Off 90th Anniversary Celebration

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated have been caretakers of their community. In the Houston area, the members of the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter have been addressing the needs and issues of their surrounding area for 90 years making lasting impacts that affect the lives of individuals and families. Now the ladies are celebrating the legacy of their sisterhood and their service to Houston with a four-month celebration of activities leading to the grand finale, the 90th Anniversary Gala on December 15th.

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What makes Cory Booker's groping incident different than the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh

As Washington continues to play a game of wait and see on whether Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault, will testify in Washington next week, an old-but-new-again incident involving a prominent Democratic senator -- and potential 2020 challenger to Trump -- has reemerged.

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Mario Van Peebles Won’t Stop Making Films That Matter

Born of a revolutionary bloodline to activist filmmaker, Melvin Van Peebles, you could say that Mario Van Peebles was born to make films that nudge our social consciousness and encourage us to answer questions we hadn’t thought to ask. An actor, director and writer, Mario Van Peebles’ first foray into acting was playing a younger version of his father Melvin’s character, Sweetback, in the senior Van Peebles’ most notable film, 1971’s Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song.

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Wreckshop Records and DJ XO Is Slated To Drop "Unity," A New Age Hip-Hop Movement in Houston

On Monday, September 24, 2018, Wreckshop Records and founder, D-Reck presented a private listening party for Unity Vol. 1, a dope collaboration highlighting various artists in Houston at the top of their game.

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The Downfall of Bill Cosby

The once powerful & prestigious name of Bill Cosby is now dead and buried. In the minds of millions, his eulogy should be delivered by the pathological president of the United States of America himself who some strongly suggest shares similar sexually deviant tendencies as the late "Bill Cosby."

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Trump's Stump Speech Is A Con Job

President Donald Trump is back on the stump, promising to campaign "six or seven days a week" until the general election to try to keep Republicans in control of both Houses of Congress.

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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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Governor Abbott Appoints Toth To Third Court Of Appeals

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Michael “Mike” Toth to the Third Court of Appeals for a term set to expire December 31, 2018, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

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Explore Local Businesses, Events and Restaurants During Arts District Houston’s Inaugural Arts District Month

October is officially Arts District Month in Houston and Arts District Houston is partnering with Houston First, Visit Houston, and Le Meridien Houston Downtown to showcase all that the District has to offer. For the first time, visitors can celebrate the rich, thriving arts and culture community with an entire month dedicated to delivering the perfect getaway matched with artistic expression.

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Beto O’Rourke Continues his Travels Across the State with Turn Out For Texas Rally in Austin, alongside Texas Music Legend Willie Nelson

El Paso Congressman Beto O’Rourke will continue his people-powered campaign for the U.S. Senate with a return to Austin, Texas for a historic concert and rally at Auditorium Shores. The concert will be open to the public and feature musical guests including Willie Nelson, Leon Bridges, Lukas Nelson, Micah Nelson, Carrie Rodriguez, Tameca Jones and Joe Ely.

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METRO CEO Accepts National Transportation Award

APTA Recognizes Tom Lambert for Outstanding Leadership

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) formally recognized METRO President & CEO Tom Lambert as the 2018 Outstanding Public Transportation Manager today. Lambert accepted the award during a luncheon at the organization's national convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to Provide Mammograms to the Houston Community in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is committed to addressing critical issues that impact the quality of lives throughout the world, including women’s healthcare and wellness. The international service sorority has partnered with Assured Imaging to provide 50 3D mammograms to the Houston community in support of the AKA Breast Cancer Awareness Day and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Chevrolet Studies America's Love of Pickup Trucks

Harris Poll finds how Americans use, adore and even name their trucks

Chevrolet is celebrating this year’s State Fair of Texas in the heart of truck country with a new survey quantifying America’s love of pickup trucks.

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Houston Sailor Returns Home after Middle East Deployment

A 2002 Willowridge High School graduate and Houston native is one of 1,200 sailors who recently returned to Naval Station Mayport after a six-month deployment aboard USS Iwo Jima.

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Rap-A-Lot Records Founder to Participate in Several On-Campus Activities, Including Fireside Chat and Book Signing

James "J" Prince, founder of Rap-A-Lot Records, author of The Art & Science Of Respect will be at Texas Southern University on October 1, 2018, at noon to commemorate "J Prince Day." The day will include A Conversation with James Prince (12:00-1:00pm), The Art & Science of Respect Book Signing (1:15-2:15pm) and Luncheon In The President's Conference Room (2:30-5:00pm). The event will be at Granville M. Sawyer Auditorium - 3100 Cleburne St., Houston, TX 77004.

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100 Black Men of America, Inc. Bring Awareness to Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2018

During this final week of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. encourages all men to learn the facts and take preventative measures annually. As a public service and part of the 100s ongoing programmatic initiatives, the organization's long history of health advocacy includes building awareness, screening, giving follow up referrals and providing ongoing education about Prostate Cancer.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Commends Radio One for its Civic Responsibility in Helping Houstonians Return Home After Hurricane Harvey

Jackson Lee – “Radio One’s generosity exemplifies the corporate social responsibility all Houstonians would like to see exhibited by all who call Houston home. It symbolizes the silver lining in the clouds of a horrific storm, and the promise that comes with the first sliver of sun breaking through the grey sky.”

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Auto Show Preview Night to Benefit Texas Children's Hospital and Open to the Public for First Time in 36 Years

The Houston Auto Show has announced that it will open its exclusive Preview Night Gala to the public in 2019. This event, typically reserved for industry professionals and VIPs will now serve as a charitable evening benefitting Texas Children’s Cancer Center.

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Astros Clinch American League West Division Title

Astros to play Indians in ALDS beginning next Friday, Oct. 5 in Houston

The Houston Astros have clinched their second consecutive American League West Division title, following an Astros win and an Athletics loss earlier tonight. This sets up an Astros and Indians American League Division Series, which will begin on Friday, Oct. 5 at Minute Maid Park.

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Bill Cosby sentenced to 3 to 10 years in prison for sexual assault

Entertainer Bill Cosby, once known as "America's Dad," was sentenced Tuesday to three to 10 years in a state prison for drugging and sexually assaulting Andrea Constand at his home 14 years ago.