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County Attorney Vince Ryan Obtains Order Shutting Down Unlicensed After-Hours Bar in Southwest Houston

HPD Finds 600 Patrons in Club When Serving Court Order

Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan obtained a court order on Friday shutting down Avani Lounge, an unlicensed bar in Southwest Houston. When Houston Police officers served the court order early Sunday morning, they found 600 patrons inside the bar with alcoholic drinks.

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Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich On President Trump: "He's In A Game Show"

"I feel like there's a cloud, a pall over the whole country."

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Chance The Rapper Apologizes After Liking Offensive Online Comment

The rapper backtracked after fans react negatively to what he calls "accidental."

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The 2017 BET Award Nominations Are Here

Beyonce, Bruno Mars, and Migos lead the way.

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Fox Wanted 'American Idol' Back -- But Not Until 2020

On Monday, the network confirmed they'd made a move to broadcast more seasons of "Idol" but their interest in bringing back the iconic reality competition series hinged on delaying the return until 2020, a move that was rejected by "American Idol" producer FremantleMedia.

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ACLU of Texas Files Suit on Behalf of Homeless Houstonians

The ACLU of Texas announced today that it had filed a lawsuit on behalf of three homeless Houstonian plaintiffs adversely affected by the City of Houston's camping and panhandling ordinances. Taken together, these ordinances illegally deprive homeless Houstonians of shelter, infringe on their right to free speech and ultimately constitute a criminalization of homelessness itself.

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5 Things Your Yard Does for You (even when you are away)

You might be taking a summer vacation this year, but did you know your living landscape (grass, trees, shrubs, and flowering plants) never takes a break? Even when we’re sleeping or spending time away from home, our family yards are working hard for us, providing important environmental and health benefits. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) uncovers the top five benefits our living landscapes deliver, without us even realizing it.

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Guy Who Fought Wells Fargo Is Angry About Attack On CFPB

But Los Angeles City Attorney Feuer would be the first to say that teaming up with the nation's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was what widened the scope of the investigation into the bank's widespread sordid practices. That cooperation created the heft and breadth that led Wells Fargo to admit to firing 5,300 employees and creating 2 million fake accounts nationwide. It also got Wells Fargo to pay $185 million in penalties and $5 million in refunds to wronged customers.

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Bill Gates To New Grads: 'You Can Start Fighting Inequity Sooner'

The billionaire Microsoft co-founder turned philanthropist said artificial intelligence, energy and biosciences are "promising" fields where new graduates can make "a huge impact."

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India Boycotts China's Global Trade Jamboree

Representatives from dozens of countries -- including 30 heads of state -- gathered in Beijing on Sunday for a lavish summit to discuss China's trillion-dollar global trade and investment initiative, known as One Belt, One Road.

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Barron Trump to attend St. Andrew's Episcopal School

Barron Trump is moving to Washington

He will attend St. Andrew's Episcopal School

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National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) Announces 2017 NULYP Honors Award Winners

National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) recognizes 10 outstanding young professionals who exemplify the National Urban League mission through their professional and personal contributions to community and service. This class of YP Honors recipients represent a diverse field of industries and backgrounds, but share the common value of excellence in service.

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No Clear Path For Trump To Quell Uproar Over Comey

The fallout from his decision continues to shake Washington

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GOP Health Care Working Group Runs Into A Few Early Obstacles

Hill observers had anticipated the Senate to move GOP health care plan to the left

It's tough math and although it is early in the process, so far the GOP's health care working group -- a collection of 13 GOP senators -- has already encountered some of the same hurdles that hindered the House's efforts, which struggled for weeks to collect enough votes to pass.

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Yvette Miley Honored with NABJ's Lifetime Achievement Award

Yvette Miley Chosen as NABJ's 2017 Chuck Stone Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) has selected Yvette Miley as the recipient of its 2017 Chuck Stone Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Chairman And CEO Sean Combs Promotes Long-Time Associate Dia Simms To President Of Combs Enterprises

imms will lead company in all verticals including fashion, spirits, media, and other brands

Sean "Diddy" Combs, Chairman and CEO of Combs Enterprises, one of the world's leading entertainment companies, today announced the promotion of Dia Simms to President of Combs Enterprises. In her new role, Simms will oversee business activities across the companies and investments built and cultivated by Mr. Combs. She will work directly with Mr. Combs to ensure that Combs Enterprises exceeds its financial and operational goals, as well as continuing to grow and expand globally and fulfill its broader strategic vision. Simms will also lead efforts across Combs Enterprises to identify and pursue strategic investments that expand the reach and influence that Mr. Combs has on entertainment, media, fashion, spirits, culture and other sectors. Under her new leadership, Combs Wines & Spirits will fold into Combs Enterprises as she oversees both ventures.

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Congressman Al Green Calls for the Impeachment of President Trump

On Monday, May 15, 2017 Congressman Al Green (TX-9), released the following statement:

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Gabourey Sidibe Says She Was Racially Profiled At A Chanel Store

The “Empire” actress says that she was nearly turned away at one of the high end designer's boutiques in Chicago.

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Mary J. Blige Announces Strength of a Woman North American Tour

Tickets On-Sale Friday, May 19th; Citi Pre-Sale Begins Wednesday, May 17th; Pandora, Facebook and Live Nation Pre-Sale Available May 18th 13th Studio Album STRENGTH OF A WOMAN Tops Billboard R&B Album Chart Upon Release

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Angela Bassett To Star In New FOX Series ‘911’

The Oscar-nominee joins "American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy for this upcoming 13-episode drama.

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