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TSU faculty, staff and students celebrate Juneteenth

Members of the Texas Southern University community are honoring Juneteenth at a variety of events – both on- and off-campus, as well as virtually, over the next two weeks.

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Two Astros Pitchers Make History With Immaculate Innings Against The Rangers

“To be a part of that and know that you made history, that’s something that any player is proud of,” said catcher Martín Maldonado. “I’m glad I was the catcher in that situation.”

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The Heart Condition Hiding in Plain Sight

The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change.

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Herschel Walker's campaign confirms he has a second child

The campaign of Herschel Walker publicly acknowledged this week that the Republican Senate candidate has a second son with a woman who was not his wife.

Father charged with drowning three children in Round Lake Beach

A Round Lake Beach man has been charged with three counts of murder, after police say he confessed to drowning his three children on Monday.

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Bradley Cooper shares how Will Arnett helped him get sober

Bradley Cooper is opening up about his past drug and alcohol abuse and shared who helped him through some tough times.

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Fauci tests positive for Covid-19

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and President Biden's chief medical adviser, has tested positive for Covid-19, the institute said Wednesday.

Mayra Flores will win Texas special election, helping Republicans flip Democratic House seat, CNN projects

Republican Mayra Flores will win the special election for Texas' 34th Congressional District, CNN projects, giving Republicans an additional seat in the House.

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Grand Rapids police officer who fatally shot Patrick Lyoya is fired

A Grand Rapids, Michigan, police officer has been fired less than a week after being charged with second-degree murder in the death of Patrick Lyoya, City Manager Mark Washington announced Wednesday.

Death investigation underway after reports of drowning in Whittier Narrows

Authorities are investigating an apparent drowning in Whittier after a person was found dead Wednesday morning.

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What today's Fed rate hike means for you

The Federal Reserve is stepping up its war on inflation. That means borrowing costs are going sharply higher for families and businesses.

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Teslas using driver-assist systems were involved in 273 crashes over the past 9 months, according to NHTSA

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released on Wednesday nine months of crash data from vehicles using driver-assist technologies like Tesla Autopilot as well as fully autonomous vehicles like Waymo's robotaxis.

As Westminster guitarist fights for his life, details into vicious attack remain unknown

Jason Lawless is a musician at heart. His friends call him Jay and say you will always find him with a guitar in his hand.

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FDA advisers vote in favor of authorizing Moderna Covid-19 vaccine for children 6 months through 5 years of age

Vaccine advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously on Wednesday in favor of expanding the emergency use authorization for the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine to include younger children.

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Thief caught on camera drilling into gas tank — and catching on fire

As gasoline prices soar, some thieves have resorted to stealing gas in a very dangerous way. One Salt Lake City business has been victimized multiple times. The business manager is fed up, and now the thief has scars for his trouble.

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How to stay cool without air conditioning

Whether you're without power, enduring extreme heat or trying to save money, there are ways to feel comfortable without artificial cooling.

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Omaha couple trapped after Yellowstone National Park closes due to flooding

An Omaha man and his wife are stuck in Montana as floods rage in Yellowstone National Park, leaving people trapped.

Riley Keough supports Austin Butler playing her grandfather, Elvis

The women in Elvis Presley's family are supporting the forthcoming film "Elvis" and its star, Austin Butler.

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Extreme heat is bad for everyone's health -- and it's getting worse

Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital in Rocky Mount, Virginia, is full. It's managing its share of Covid-19 cases, as well as more typical problems for this time of year, like boating accidents. But staffers have also had to care for people who are sick because of something that's deceptively dangerous: extreme heat.

Held by Russia as prisoners of war, two Ukrainian helicopter pilots recount their time in captivity

On March 8, three Ukrainian military helicopters were shot down as they returned from a combat mission inside Russian-occupied territory. The only two pilots to survive were badly injured and taken prisoner by Russian forces.