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The Equality of Opportunity vs. Outcomes Argument Doesn’t Add Up

The debate surrounding Equality of Opportunity vs. Equality of Outcomes has intensified, with affirmative action programs often at the center, labeled as "reverse discrimination." The year 2023, of a surety, was a monumental one as the decision on this hotly …

National Take the Stairs Day: Dallas Residents Step Up for Clean Air And Healthy Lungs in 2024

Tomorrow on Wednesday, January 10 is National Take the Stairs Day, and the American Lung Association in Texas is challenging people in Dallas to take the stairs for clean air and healthy lungs, and then support lung health by registering …

5 things to know for Jan. 9: Extreme weather, Plane safety, Gaza, Taxes, Moon mission

The number of blood donors in the US is at the lowest level in 20 years as hospitals struggle to meet the demand. To shore up the “critically” low supply, the Red Cross and the NFL said they will offer …

Trump’s immunity appeal sends a stark message about his plans for a possible second term

The idea that any White House candidate would show up in court, just six days before the Iowa caucuses, to challenge a 250-year understanding of the scope of the presidency is extraordinary.

After winning national title at Michigan, could Jim Harbaugh leave for NFL?

He just won a national title, but did Jim Harbaugh potentially just coach his last game at Michigan? Harbaugh said he “can now sit at the big person’s table in the family” after the Wolverines won the College Football Playoff …

Man who attacked a Nevada judge is sentenced by that same judge to prison for separate incident

A man who was seen on video jumping and attacking a judge sitting behind a bench in Clark County, Nevada, last week was back in court Monday and was sentenced by the same judge for a separate incident.

46th Annual "Original" Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade

Attention residents of Houston, Texas, and the surrounding areas! The Black Heritage Society Inc. has partnered with the City of Houston to organize the 46th Annual "Original" MLK Parade. The parade will occur on Monday, January 15, 2024, at 10:00 …

Houston Chamber Choir's January 2024 Event: 'Hear the Future' Showcasing Three Exceptional Student Choirs

The Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir, under the direction of founder and artistic director Robert Simpson, presents the 24th annual Hear the Future Invitational Choral Festival on Sunday, Jan. 28 in the beautiful sanctuary of South Main Baptist Church. Each …

Town of Addison, Texas, announces 2024 special event dates

Addison is known as the place to gather and celebrate with great music, food and fun – it’s where memories happen. The Town’s legendary special events attract tens of thousands of people to North Texas with talented musical guests, memorable …

Lone Star Flight Museum Names Pete Olson Chairman of the Board.

On January 1, 2024, former U.S. congressman Pete Olson was named Chairman of the Board of the Lone Star Flight Museum. The Board of Directors unanimously elected Olson to the position on December 4, 2023. He succeeds Scott Rozzell, who …

Florida GOP removes Christian Ziegler from party chairmanship amid sexual assault investigation

Florida’s Republican Party has removed Christian Ziegler as party chairman amid a sex scandal and a sexual assault investigation.

Congress races to lock in spending deal before shutdown deadline

Lawmakers returning to Washington this week face a critical government funding deadline, and – despite a deal on top-line spending numbers announced over the weekend – more work remains to avert a shutdown.

Campus Chronicles - January 11, 2024

Mark your calendars! Join us for the 65th Aldine ISD FFA Livestock Show from January 24-26. Get ready for exciting events and don't miss out on the incredible Sale of Champions!

'Uncertain what the weather will do:' Ski resorts turning to artificial snow more and more amid unpredictable climate shifts

Climate change continues to be an issue as many ski resorts are faced with the new reality of artificial snow in order to further ensure better ski conditions for both skiers and snowboarders alike.

Harris County Attorney Menefee Opens Applications for 2024 Summer Legal Academy

The Office of Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee is now accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Legal Academy (SLA), a unique two-week educational readiness program for high school students to learn more about what it takes to become an …