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Nursing student found dead after jogging on University of Georgia campus, identified
The body of a woman found dead Thursday on the University of Georgia campus has been identified as 22-year-old Laken Hope Riley, the Athens-Clarke County coroner told CNN on Friday.
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Days left before execution, Ivan Cantu insists innocenence in double-murder
Ivan Cantu says he has insisted for more than 20 years that he’s innocent of the two murders that landed him on Texas’ death row. But with a week until his execution, he’s running out of time to make his case.
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Tena Lundquist Faust, Mayor Whitmire, City Council Members Sallie Alcorn (At Large Position 5) and Mario Castillo (District H), Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Harris …
Published on February 23, 2024
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Houston PetSet and Mayor John Whitmire Address Animal Welfare in Houston
Houston PetSet, a local nonprofit organization, hosted The State of Animal Welfare Address on February 22, 2024, featuring remarks from Mayor John Whitmire and an overview of the current state of animal welfare in Houston by Co-Presidents Tama Lundquist and Tena Lundquist Faust.
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Justice Served: Louisiana Man Receives Life Sentence for Double Shooting Tragedy
In a somber culmination of a tragic case, a Louisiana man has been sentenced to life in prison for a heinous act that resulted in the death of an innocent woman and left another victim seriously injured. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced the verdict on Wednesday, underscoring the gravity of the crime and the pursuit of justice for the victims.
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USDA commission releases final recommendations to remedy discrimination/inequity across agency
The US Department of Agriculture’s Equity Commission presented nearly 70 recommendations Thursday that the agency hopes will “further advance equity at USDA” and help resolve longstanding discriminatory practices, according to a copy of the report obtained by CNN.
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Harris County Attorney Takes Action: Sues Texas' Environmental Agency Over Concrete Batch Plant Rules
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee, alongside a coalition of Houston-area community groups, is taking a bold stand against the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The lawsuit addresses the agency's failure to enforce immediate compliance with its new standard permit for existing concrete batch plants, instead of granting a grace period of up to 10 years.
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Kingwood Diversion Ditch Flood Risk Reduction Project: Enhancing Flood Resilience in Northeast Harris County
Empowering Community Engagement for a Safer Tomorrow
The Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) is committed to prioritizing flood risk reduction efforts to protect communities against the devastating impact of flooding. As part of this ongoing initiative, HCFCD is pleased to announce a virtual community engagement meeting for the Kingwood Diversion Ditch Flood Risk Reduction Project. This critical project aims to enhance flood resilience through channel conveyance improvements in the Kingwood Diversion Ditch and Bens Branch areas in Northeast Harris County.
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Vote with Ease: METRO Provides Free Rides to Polls for 2024 Elections
As the 2024 primary elections draw near, METRO is proud to announce its partnership with the League of Women Voters to offer free rides to polling locations across the Houston area. Ensuring accessibility and convenience for voters, METRO invites registered voters to hop on board METRORail, local buses, METRORapid, curb2curb, and METROLift paratransit services at no cost on select dates.
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ProProsecutors Accuse 'Rust' Film Armorer of Negligence and Unprofessionalism in Manslaughter Trial
“Rust” film armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed was “negligent” and “unprofessional” in her role overseeing prop weapons and ammunition, and her actions caused the on-set shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, prosecutors said in opening statements of her manslaughter trial Thursday.
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Massive Outage Reported by AT&T Customers, Disrupting Phone Service Nationwide
AT&T’s network went down for many of its customers across the United States Thursday morning, leaving customers unable to place calls, text or access the internet. By late morning, the company said most of its network had been restored.
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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity
As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.
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2 men charged with murder in Kansas City Chiefs rally shooting
Two men were charged with murder and other felony charges for their roles in the mass shooting after a Kansas City Chiefs championship rally last week, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker said Tuesday.
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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity
As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.
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What we know about Audrii Cunningham, who vanished on her way to school, and the man now charged with murder in her death
The last time Audrii Cunningham’s family saw her alive, the 11-year-old was getting ready for school Thursday morning and heading out to catch the bus.
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Audrii Cunningham had been missing since Thursday. Mandatory Credit: Polk County Sheriff’s Office via CNN Newsource Dateline: POLK COUNTY, Texas
Published on February 21, 2024
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Representative Ron Reynolds Joins NAACP National Board of Directors
Representative Ron Reynolds is proud to announce his new role as a Na- tional Board Member of the National Association for the Advancement of Col- ored People, effective immediately. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Representative Reynolds' commitment to advocacy and service within the civil rights movement.
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Aurora man turns farm into eclipse watch party location amid filling hotels/rentals
The total solar eclipse is just under two months away. With hotels and short-term rentals filling up, Wilson Curry in the Town of Aurora has created his own total solar eclipse watch party location at his house for 100-200 people.
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Unlock the Power of Your Vote: Early Voting Begins February 20th in Harris County for the Upcoming Joint Primary Elections
As the heart of democracy beats stronger in Houston, Harris County gears up for an essential phase in the electoral process. Starting Tuesday, February 20th, residents are empowered to cast their votes early for the Joint Primary Elections set for March 5th. This early voting window, open from February 20 through March 1, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily (except for a special window on Sunday, February 25, from noon to 7 p.m.), is a testament to Harris County's commitment to accessible and flexible voting options. With 79 early vote centers scattered countywide, convenience is at every voter's doorstep, ensuring your voice can be heard regardless of your location in the county.
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Harris County Clerk's Office of County Clerk Teneshia Hidspeth
Published on February 21, 2024
