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Florida governor declares emergency over red tide for 7 counties

Florida Gov. Rick Scott issued an executive order Monday declaring a state of emergency for seven counties dealing with an unusually lengthy red tide algae bloom that has killed thousands of marine animals, his office said.

Coca Cola is fighting Gatorade by investing in BodyArmor

Coca-Cola is doubling its efforts to compete with Pepsi's Gatorade. Coke said it will take a big stake in red-hot sports drink maker BodyArmor, becoming the company's second-largest shareholder. Body Armor is an attractive competitor to both Gatorade and Coke's own Powerade, the biggest players in the sports drink sector.

Florida man threatened people 3 different times before shooting man in 'stand your ground' case

The man charged with manslaughter after shooting another man in a Clearwater, Florida, convenience store parking lot has a history of threatening drivers, according to documents from the Pinellas County Circuit Court.

Judge orders MPD to release body cam video

Meredith Corporation, the owner of WALA FOX10 News, has just received word that it has won a lawsuit in pursuit for transparency from the city of Mobile, which means the city's police department will be required to release police body camera video of a particular incident in 2016, in which McGill-Toolen High School students were pepper-sprayed by a Mobile Police officer while painting the cannon at the Loop in midtown Mobile after a football game.

Official says security protocols worked correctly when airport worker stole a plane

Even though an airport employee stole a plane and flew it for an hour before crashing, a Port of Seattle official said "all security protocols were handled appropriately" at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Alleged Golden State Killer will be charged with another murder, district attorney says

The man authorities believe is the Golden State Killer will face yet another murder charge, authorities said Monday.

Prosecutor overrules sheriff, charges Florida man in 'stand your ground' case

Michael Drejka, who fatally shot Markeis McGlockton after McGlockton shoved him in a Clearwater, Florida, convenience store parking lot, has been charged with manslaughter, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said Monday.

Governor Abbott Names Compean Chair Of Texas Funeral Service Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has named Greg Compean chair of the Texas Funeral Service Commission for a term set to expire on August 13, 2021. The commission establishes standards to license funeral directors and embalmers, examines applicants and issues appropriate licenses, and regulates cemetery and crematory services.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Hosts House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi at the Moms Summit to Address the ‘For the People Agenda’

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committees on the Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget, and Ranking Member of House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations, will convene interested stakeholders for the Moms Summit: Addressing the Needs of America’s Families with House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi. Today in America, moms face a plethora of issues that directly impact on their ability to raise happy, healthy families.

Rice’s Glasscock School, Texas Tribune to host ‘The Federal Response to Harvey: One Year Later’ Aug. 30

Rice University’s Glasscock School of Continuing Studies will host a Texas Tribune conversation Aug. 30 about the federal response to Hurricane Harvey one year after the storm made landfall in Texas. Panelists from federal and local government will discuss the status of recovery and the long-term plans for getting neighborhoods and towns back on their feet.

The 2018 Ubiquitous Women’s Expo Takes Beauty to Another Level by Celebrating “The Power Of Us”

A two-day spectacular event featuring diverse cutting-edge brands in the Beauty, Hair and Health industries along with star-studded entertainment and dynamic panels and workshops

The 2018 Ubiquitous Women’s Expo, formerly known as The Ubiquitous Beauty | Hair | Health Expo, returns to Washington, D.C. to celebrate 5 Years of Excellence. “The Power of Us!” initiative is curated to bring women of color together in a space that revitalizes the mind, body, and soul through empowerment, collaboration and encouragement.

Governor Abbott Announces 2018 Outstanding Women In Texas Government Award Recipients

The State Agency Council to the Governor’s Commission for Women is proud to announce the 2018 Outstanding Women in Texas Government Award recipients. This biennial award honors women in state service who are helping to shape the future of Texas by contributing their notable talents and skills. Candidates were nominated by their respective state agency heads in four categories, and an independent committee selected the women whose contributions best exemplified each category.

Mayor Turner Steps in for Texans Whitney Mercilus Back-to-School Bash

Returning 2 Learning at Lawson Middle School

The Mayor's 8th Annual Back 2 School Fest presented by Shell will provide 25,000+ Houston area students, who have pre-registered, with free backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, vision screenings, dental screenings and other free services.

Spike Lee Says He Hopes His New Film, 'BlacKkKlansman,' Makes Donald Trump a One-term President

Spike Lee hopes his new movie, "BlacKkKlansman," inspires Americans not to vote President Donald Trump into office for a second term.

Program Will Reimburse Eligible Homeowners for Harvey-Related Repairs

The Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) is releasing a new tip sheet for homeowners making repairs to their Harvey-damaged homes. Later this year, the City of Houston will launch a Homeowner Reimbursement Program to reimburse homeowners for eligible repair expenses.

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Real Estate Research Advisory Committee

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Troy Alley, Jr., Russell Cain, and JJ Clemence to the Real Estate Research Advisory Committee for terms set to expire on January 31, 2023. The committee reviews and approves proposals submitted to the board of directors of the Texas A&M University System relating to staffing and general policies of the Real Estate Center. The committee decides the priority ranking of research studies the center conducts.

Candidate for the U.S. Senate Beto O’Rourke Continues His 34-Day Drive Across Texas With Visit to Harris County For Town Halls in Houston

Candidate for the U.S. Senate Beto O’Rourke will continue his 34-day grassroots drive across Texas with a return to Harris County on Saturday, August 11. He will hold town halls in Houston, TX. This follows the El Paso Congressman’s travels to all 254 counties of Texas as his people-powered campaign continues to hold open dialogues with Republicans, Democrats, independents and non-voters alike. The details for the events in Houston are:

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Joins Fight to Stop Flooding in Houston and Harris County

Jackson Lee—“The federal government has a major role in stopping flooding in Houston and the greater Harris County Area. Working alongside the State of Texas after the devastating singular weather event of Hurricane Harvey—which generated 51 trillion gallons of water—we must work to secure local matching funds for continued federal funding to fix our flood-weary areas.”

What authorities found inside the New Mexico compound

Stacks of tires, piles of trash and plastic sheets surrounded the squalid New Mexico compound, shrouding what was happening inside: five adults, including a fugitive wanted in the disappearance of his young son, living with 11 emaciated children.

Governor Abbott Appoints Jacobs To Sabine River Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Abbott has appointed Jeffrey D. “Jeff” Jacobs to the Sabine River Authority of Texas Board of Directors for term set to expire on July 6, 2019. The purpose of the Sabine River Authority is to conserve, store, control, preserve, utilize and distribute the storm and flood waters and the waters of the Sabine River and its tributaries.

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