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As alcohol-related deaths rise in the US, women are increasingly at risk, study shows

Men are nearly three times more likely than women to die from alcohol use in the United States, but a new report shows that gap has narrowed as the risk for women has grown, especially in recent years.

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South Jersey's first-ever pontoon pedal boat offers unique way to see Cape May's Back Bay

A Jersey Shore business is offering guests a unique way to get out on the water this summer. Cape May is the nation's oldest seaside resort, but it has something fresh to do.

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Students and administrator recall the day Ethan Crumbley shot up their Michigan school

A 17-year-old girl testified Friday she “just prayed” and covered her head during Ethan Crumbley’s mass shooting at Michigan’s Oxford High School, which left four students dead and seven others wounded in 2021.

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Carlee Russell turned herself in and has been charged with falsely reporting an incident

Carlee Russell, the Alabama woman who called 911 to report a toddler walking along the highway and then vanished for 49 hours, turned herself in on Friday afternoon.

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New Study Proposes Wealth-Building Solutions for Black Retirees

African-American families have known for generations that retirement at the age of 65 is often a mirage. We hope and pray it will happen, but it’s a dream that generally never gets fulfilled. In fact reports have shown that the typical White family - even at retirement age - has eight times the wealth of the typical Black family, with a typical Latino family faring only slightly better. These historic inequities will not change by themselves. Community leaders, policymakers, and industry experts must come together to identify and promote new solutions to this retirement wealth gap.

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Construction Advisory for White Oak Bayou Federal Flood Damage Reduction Project

Project ID: E100-00-00-E007

In an effort to keep you informed about the Harris County Flood Control District’s continuing improvements in the White Oak Bayou Watershed, we want to notify you of upcoming construction in your area.

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Roots & Rivers Festival, Empowered By Blacquity, Celebrates Black Entrepreneurs, Fostering Community Growth

Live entertainment by Deas Guyz, Made Possible by Presenting, Sponsor Shoreline Constructio

BlacQuity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Black entrepreneurs, is thrilled to present the inaugural Roots & Rivers Festival, a vibrant celebration of local businesses and community spirit. This exciting event will take place on September 9, 2023, from 4-9 p.m. ET at the scenic river view of Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf St.

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George Floyd’s Uncle Calls DOJ Findings In Minneapolis “Not Surprising”

Following a 2 year investigation into the policing practices of Minneapolis law enforcement, last month, the DOJ found they engaged in a pattern of violating people’s rights. After reviewing thousands of reports and body camera videos, The Department of Justice reported MPD routinely used excessive force when not necessary, were quick to discharge firearms with no threat present, often violated citizens’ 4th amendment rights and failed to render medical aid to those in custody. When asked about these findings George Floyd’s Uncle called it “not surprising”.

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Brands Unite to Support Great Futures for America’s Youth During Back- to-School Season

As young people are heading back to school, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation’s largest youth development organization, is proud to announce support from over ten partners who are uniting to ensure kids and teens have the necessary resources to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

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Hollandale native assumes command of USS Stout

Cmdr. Desmond Walker, a native of Hollandale, Mississippi, relieved Capt. Scott Rosetti as commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer, USS Stout (DDG 55), during a change of command ceremony recently held at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.

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Fans Score Big with Free Rides on METRORail Courtesy of Dick's House of Sport

Everyone will be able to ride free on METRORail to get to their favorite sporting event or other activity. Thanks to Dick's House of Sport - Katy/Baybrook, complimentary rides on METRORail's Red, Green and Purple lines will be available on Friday, July 28 and Friday, Aug. 11, 2023.

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House Fire in The Greater Third Ward Area

House fire occurred on July 24, 2023, at 1:39 p.m. at the 3300 block of Anita St. 77004.

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TWC Awards Training Grants to Workforce Solutions Cameron in Collaboration with Local Partners

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) presented two grants totaling $300,000 to Workforce Solutions Cameron County. The grants—a $150,000 Texas Industry Partnership (TIP) grant and a $150,000 High Demand Job Training (HDJT) grant —will be used to prepare Texas workers for long-term, high-demand careers.

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Texas Southern University Professional Pilot Program Earns Coveted American Accreditation Board International Accreditation

TSU becomes second HBCU to achieve prestigious recognition

Texas Southern University’s aviation program has achieved one of the highest levels of recognition in the industry. The program has been professionally accredited by the American Accreditation Board International (AABI).

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Skin Pharm Brings Luxurious Skin Care to Houston’s River Oaks

The Houston location is the sixth location for Skin Pharm. Maegan Griffin founded Skin Pharm in 2017, aiming to create a clinic environment and product lines she couldn’t find (and knew she would love) as a patient herself. To that end, she built the brand on meticulous skill, lots of practice, and genuine passion, unmatched by others in the beauty industry.

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Snoop Dogg Cancels Concerts Due to Strikes

CA: Snoop Dogg cancels two concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in solidarity with

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Spike Lee Reacts to Florida's New Education Guidelines

Filmmaker Spike Lee reacts to Florida state education standards that would teach students the "benefits" of slavery

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The surprising list of actors who were up to play Ken in ‘Barbie’

Ryan Gosling may or may not be your ideal Ken in the new “Barbie” movie, but one of the film’s casting directors has shared who else might have gotten the role.

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Sheryl Lee Ralph ‘collapsed’ after her son was shot 3 times

Sheryl Lee Ralph has had some terrifying moments with her son. The “Abbott Elementary” star talked to AARP magazine about her career and parenthood as the mother to son Etienne Maurice, 31, and daughter Ivy Coco, 28.

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‘Secret Invasion’ exposes the limits of Marvel’s series-crossover strategy

In hindsight, “Secret Invasion” used an appropriate device – shape-shifting alien Skrulls masquerading as humans – as the basis for a Marvel series that didn’t seem to know precisely what it intended to be. While the showcase for Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury has connections to Marvel’s next aspiring blockbuster, “The Marvels,” the show mostly illustrated how the studio’s Disney+/theatrical crossover strategy might have reached its limit.

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