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Philly Transit Leaders Pay Up After Losing World Series Bet to Houston
The Houston Astros' World Series win against the Philadelphia Phillies on Nov. 5, 2022, was also a win for METRO. đ¤ Thanks for being such a good sport, SEPTA! Read more: https://bit.ly/3UNISxw _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ METRO is the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas â serving the Houston region with safe, clean, reliable, accessible and friendly public transportation services. We operate: ⢠Local buses ⢠METRORail (light rail) ⢠METRORapid (bus rapid transit) ⢠Park & Ride buses* ⢠curb2curb (neighborhood shuttles) ⢠HOV/HOT lanes ⢠METROLift (paratransit service in City of Houston and most of Harris County) ⢠METRO STAR Vanpool (in portions of an eight county region) * There are more than 25 Park & Ride locations throughout the Greater Houston Area, making it easy for you to park your car and get on board with METRO. For more about METRO, including fare information, schedules, maps, and how to ride â please visit: https://www.RideMETRO.org You can also subscribe to receive service alerts for the route(s) of your choice. Weâll send real-time, personalized route information direct to your phone or email for free. It takes just seconds to subscribe: https://www.RideMETRO.org/subscriptions If you have questions or need additional information, contact METRO Customer Service at 713-635-4000. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ For everything you need to ride METRO bus and rail services, download the RideMETRO app from your App Store (for iOS) or Google Play (for Android). Using the RideMETRO app, you can learn how to ride bus and rail, with information about: ⢠Services we offer ⢠Fares ⢠Fare payment methods ⢠Where to buy fares ⢠How to pay when boarding You can also: ⢠Plan a trip ⢠Track your bus ⢠View current alerts ⢠Connect with METRO Police ⢠Submit a comment And with a prior download of our companion Q Ticketing app, youâre just one tap away from where you can purchase mobile tickets â a contactless fare payment option to ride METRO bus and rail services. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Follow and engage with METRO on Social Media: Facebook: https://RideMETRO.org/facebook Instagram: https://RideMETRO.org/instagram Twitter: https://RideMETRO.org/twitter LinkedIn: https://RideMETRO.org/linkedin YouTube: https://RideMETRO.org/youtube
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Soldier Accused of Killing New York Trooper After Domestic Dispute
A New York state trooper was shot dead Sunday night while responding to a domestic dispute in Jefferson County.
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HCDE Tidwell Head Start Program Recruits Students Ages 3-5 for Immediate Openings
Harris County Department of Education Head Start Tidwell Center located at 8302 John Ralston Rd. is recruiting students ages 3-5. The program ensures future success for students both academically and socially and provides comprehensive health, education, nutrition and financial services to the families.
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Rapper Fetty Wap's brother was shot and killed in New Jersey
Rapper Fetty Wap says his brother's phone never used to ring three times in a row when he called him, but since his death it now goes straight to voicemail.
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Rep. Coleman calls for Emergency Coronavirus Coverage
Today, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) is calling for limited health coverage for testing, care, and treatment of the coronavirus during this time of disaster to be included in Texasâ 1135 Medicaid Waiver request to the Federal government. Representative Garnet F. Coleman, released the following Statement:
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Rep. Garnet Coleman Calls For Emergency Limited Health Coverage Hwith 1135 Medicaid Waver
Today, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) is calling for limited health coverage for testing, care, and treatment of the coronavirus during this time of disaster to be included in Texasâ 1135 Medicaid Waiver request to the Federal government.
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HCDE Head Start Families Benefit from Second Distribution of Food Boxes
âBecause We Careâ food boxes given out to HCDE Head Start families in Baytown via drive-through event
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New Date (Kingwood): San Jacinto River Watershed Community Meeting
Council Member Dave Martin would like to make Kingwood residents aware that the San Jacinto River Watershed Community Meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, July 10, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Kingwood Community Center, 4102 Rustic Woods Drive, Kingwood, Texas, 77345.
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Vigil held for murdered 2-year-old
The Laurens County Sheriff's Office said an investigation is underway after a two-year-old was found dead at a residence in Clinton. Deputies said they responded to residence on Country Lane on Saturday and found the child deceased inside the home.
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Governor Abbott Appoints Carson And Hellums To Health And Human Services Transition Legislative Oversight Committee
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Bonnie Hellums and Wayne Carson, Ph.D. to the Health and Human Services (HHS) Transition Legislative Oversight Committee for terms at the pleasure of the Governor. The Committee was created to make recommendations regarding the reorganization of HHS into a system that is more efficient and effective in client service delivery.
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Fore! Young CASE for Kids Golfers Showcase Afterschool Accomplishments at Kidsâ Day Event April 24
Golfing becomes an outlet for applying math-and-science concepts and character development as Harris County Department of Educationâs Center for Afterschool, Summer and Enrichment for Kids (CASE for Kids) joins with Kidsâ Day with Little Birdies Mobile Golf Academy. Join us as the students show off their golfing skillsâfrom driving to puttingâin a friendly competition.
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Here's how you can help those affected by the California wildfires
Three massive wildfires are burning across the state of California. More than 300,000 people have evacuated. At least 31 people are dead.
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Harris County - Houston Sports Authority Announces $50,000 Donation to Star of Hope
Houston Sports Authority CEO Janis Burke and HCHSA Public Relations Director Patti Smith presented Star of Hope CEO and President Hank Rush a check for $50,000.
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Multiple bear sightings in town; one possibly injured
Police and the Pennsylvania Game Commission are on the lookout for one bear, possibly two, spotted in Perkasie, Bucks County.
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Bodies found of father, sons who disappeared
A family is now planning a funeral for two young boys and their father after deputies found their bodies on Monday.
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Roman Lopezâs stepmother Lindsay Piper pleads no contest in death of 11-year-old
One of the parents accused of killing 11-year-old Roman Lopez in Placerville has changed her plea to no contest and will face sentencing in July, according to the El Dorado County District Attorneyâs Office.
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A man was hospitalized after an alligator bit him in the face at Florida's Lake Thonotosassa
An alligator bit a man's face while he was swimming in Lake Thonotosassa in Florida, according to officials.
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Man sentenced to life in prison without parole for ambushing and killing two brothers
Marlon Brandon Valdez, 22, was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Monday for ambushing and shooting two brothers he knew from high school in 2019, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Harris County District Attorneyâs Office supports partnership to prevent sexual assault and support survivors at area colleges and universities
The Harris County District Attorneyâs Office provided $165,000 to help fund a new partnership to make qualified sexual assault nurse examiners available on demand to seven area universities, District Attorney Kim Ogg announced at a press conference at Rice University on Thursday.
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Harris County District Attorneyâs Office supports partnership to prevent sexual assault and support survivors at area colleges and universities
The Harris County District Attorneyâs Office provided $165,000 to help fund a new partnership to make qualified sexual assault nurse examiners available on demand to seven area universities, District Attorney Kim Ogg announced at a press conference at Rice University on Thursday.
