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The Kaleidoscope Foundation Guild Recognizes Some Of Houston’s Outstanding Philanthropists

“Oh, How Fascinating” served as the overarching fundraising theme for the Kaleidoscope Guild as they honored some community leaders and achievers who demonstrate a commitment to professional excellence, community service, and philanthropy.

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City of Houston Keynote Welcome Address During Small Business Expo Houston

Small Business Expo is proud to announce, “The City of Houston Welcome Keynote Address” at the Hyatt Regency Houston (Downtown) on Thursday, October 19th from 8am-9am.

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Houston Area Urban League and Delivering Good Inc. Launch Free Pop-Up Shops Providing $5 Million in Merchandise for Victims of Hurricane Harvey

The Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) has partnered with national charity Delivering Good (Formerly K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers) to help families affected by flooding in the greater Houston area caused by Hurricane Harvey. HAUL and Delivering Good will launch four, local pop-up shops in Houston, providing free, private shopping experiences on Saturday, October 21 as a part of HAUL’s Operation Safe Houston Hurricane Relief project.

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Mayim Bialik Responds to 'victim blaming' Backlash

Mayim Bialik believes her words about the Harvey Weinstein scandal have been taken out of context. Several women have accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct -- including allegations of harassment and rape.

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Ireland On Lockdown as Former Hurricane Ophelia Makes Landfall

Former Hurricane Ophelia hit Ireland's west coast as a post-tropical storm on Monday, bringing with it strong winds, heavy rain, and the threat of storm surge and flooding.

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After Week of California Fires, Progress Made in Fighting Flames

A week after several wildfires ignited in Northern California, firefighters are making progress toward containing the massive blazes that have killed at least 40 people and burned about 5,700 structures.

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Misery in Puerto Rico: No Power, No Job, 'enormous' Lines

Leslie Cofresi started to cry when he saw his staff the day after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico.

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5 Things for October 16: Family Freed, Somalia Bombings, California Wildfires

Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Critical Disaster Food Stamp Program Soon to Reopen

Jackson Lee: “While we continue to fight for more funding in Washington, it is imperative that all branches of government speak with one voice so that those still suffering from Hurricane Harvey can get the help they need.”

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Governor Abbott Meets With Local Officials In Hurricane Affected Cities

Governor Greg Abbott today continued his tour of Harvey affected cities, traveling to five impacted communities along the Texas coast. During his visit, the Governor, along with Commission to Rebuild Texas Commissioner John Sharp, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Commissioner George P. Bush met with local leaders in these areas including Mayors, Legislators, County Judges, and other officials. During the meetings, the Governor discussed ways that the state can assist in the ongoing recovery efforts and their continued commitment to helping Texans rebuild.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Working on Getting Disaster Food Stamps Program Reopened

Jackson Lee: “Hurricane Harvey survivors should not wait any longer for additional hurricane relief, especially when federal and state governments are prepared to cooperate.”

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Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas Commission On Fire Protection

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Mike Jones and appointed Bob D. Morgan, Mala Sharma, and J.P. Steelman to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. The Commission develops and enforces statewide fire service standards and provides education and assistance to the industry.

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How to Help Las Vegas Shooting Victims

There are several ways you can donate to victims of Sunday night's mass shooting in Las Vegas, where 58 people were killed and hundreds were injured when a gunman opened fire on concertgoers at a country music festival.

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Lottery Winner Miguel Pilgram to Use Part of $52M Prize to Revitalize Street in Fort Lauderdale’s Oldest Black Community

A childhood in the black community of Memphis. A cruise line career that delivered him to a life in South Florida. And a lottery ticket he bought at a gas station. A winning lottery ticket. They are the factors in Miguel Pilgram‘s life that bring him now to Sistrunk Boulevard, a corridor the county calls the “historical heartbeat of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest black community.”

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5 Things for October 10: California Wildfires, Las Vegas Shooting

Catalonia may declare independence from Spain today. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Black Teen CEO/ Philanthropist Wins $15K Competition; Launches Summit To Empower Girls In New York

17-year old Zandra Cunningham just won a national business plan competition, and now she is planning her 5th annual entrepreneurship summit for teen girls in Buffalo, NY.

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Nelly Arrested After Allegations of Rape, Released With No Charges

Cornell Haynes Jr., better known as the rapper Nelly, was taken into custody Saturday in Washington state after a woman told police he raped her.

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Catalonia Faces Uncertainty Amid Independence Standoff

Spain faces a week of deep political uncertainty as the secessionist leader of Catalonia considered whether to make a unilateral declaration of independence, against the backdrop of a bitter standoff with the central government in Madrid.

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What's Missing From Our 'evil' Debate

The day after the massacre in Las Vegas, President Donald Trump used the word "evil" three times during a brief speech at the White House.

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Free Repair, Rebuilding Advice at Ace Hardware Store in Harris County

Texas residents who experienced damage caused by Hurricane Harvey and subsequent flooding can get free advice on rebuilding stronger, more disaster-resistant structures from hazard mitigation specialists at an Ace Hardware store in Deer Park.