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Jennifer Hudson thinks she knows why Aretha Franklin chose her for 'Respect'
Jennifer Hudson has Aretha Franklin to thank, in part, for her career.
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New Custom Built Houston Fire Department Ladder 28 In Service
A new custom built ladder truck has been placed into service at Fire Station 28 in southwest Houston.
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Mayor Turner launches the Bethune Empowerment Center revitalization project with Communities for Better Health as its first tenant
On Saturday, August 7, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the official launch of the Bethune Empowerment Center in Acres Home and its first tenant, Communities for Better Health.
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Governor Abbott Takes Action To Mitigate Rise In COVID-19 Cases In Texas
New Actions Will Increase Health Care Facility Staffing & Capacity, Expand Antibody Infusion Centers, Increase Vaccine Availability
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a series of actions the State of Texas is taking to mitigate the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in Texas. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will be utilizing staffing agencies to provide medical personnel from out-of-state to Texas health care facilities to assist in COVID-19 operations. The Governor has also sent a letter to the Texas Hospital Association asking hospitals to voluntarily postpone elective medical procedures, for which a delay will not result in loss of life or the deterioration of a patient's condition, in order to increase hospital capacity for COVID-19 patients.
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FDA approval of the Covid-19 vaccine could mean more people will get vaccinated for an unexpected reason
Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine is currently only authorized for emergency use in the United States, but its full approval by the US Food and Drug Administration could happen within weeks.
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Published on August 10, 2021
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Schools reopening without masking is 'formula for disaster,' Louisiana children's hospital doctor says
Opening schools full of unvaccinated children without requiring them to wear masks or take other precautions is a recipe for disaster, the physician-in-chief of Children's Hospital New Orleans says.
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Nearly 60,000 pounds of frozen raw chicken products sold at Aldi and other stores recalled
Serenade Foods is recalling nearly 60,000 pounds of frozen, raw, breaded and pre-browned stuffed chicken products that could be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Monday.
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NASA watchdog says return of astronauts to moon by 2024 'not feasible' due to spacesuit delays
NASA's goal of returning American astronauts to the moon by 2024 isn't feasible because of significant delays in developing spacesuits, NASA Inspector General Paul K. Martin said in a new report.
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20 Texans Named Quest for Texas Best Finalists
2021 Competition Heads into Final Judging Round
More than 800 Texans threw their hats into the ring submitting more than 1,200 products ready for the 2021 Quest for Texas Best. From books, beignets, and bottled water, to syrups, sausage and seasonings, H-E-B’s Business Development and Sourcing Managers reviewed a host of products for potential placement on H-E-B store shelves.
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Biden issues executive order targeting Belarusian regime on anniversary of fraudulent election
President Joe Biden issued a sweeping executive order Monday to target those in the Belarusian regime involved in the repression of human rights and democracy in the former Soviet state.
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Travel to the UK during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go
If you're planning to travel to the UK, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Tropical warnings likely to be issued for Puerto Rico
The tropics are waking back up this week. The first named tropical system in the Atlantic since early July could form by Wednesday, and tropical storm warnings are likely to be issued in Puerto Rico and other Caribbean locations on Monday.
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WORKFAITH AIMS TO HIRE HOUSTON AT THE iWORK HOUSTON HIRING EXPO
The iWork Hiring Expo Presented by Houston's First Baptist Church Downtown, is an in-person hiring event designed to provide hope, build community, and connect job seekers with long-term employment.
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Congressman Al Green Hosts Annual Green Light to Healthy Living Health Fair
On Thursday, August 12, 2021, Congressman Al Green – in conjunction with Westbury High School and Community Health Choice – will host a drive-thru health fair and back-to-school kickoff.
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The new border-crossing rules for Canadians and visitors: What you need to know
The federal government's eased border restrictions for travellers from the U.S. are now in effect, allowing non-essential trips to Canada for the first time since March 2020.
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Rockets Young Guns Put On A Show In Las Vegas Summer League
If I had to take an educated guest, I would say that at some point during the game of the Houston Rockets against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday that Rockets head coach Stephen Silas turned to general manager Rafael Stone and gave him a fist bump of approval for his selections in the 2021 NBA Draft.
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Rockets Acquire Daniel Theis
“Daniel is a versatile center who impacts both ends of the court,” said Rockets general manager Rafael Stone. “We’re looking forward to adding his skillset to our young core and giving Coach Silas even more flexibility with his lineups.”
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Texans Head Coach Passion Stands Out During Scrimmage
I am here to say that after observing what I have seen in Texans training camp so far, we all have been wrong up to this point. Coach Culley brings a passion to the field that is unlike his demeanor when he is in front of a microphone.
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HISD 2021-2022 Back to School 'Ready, Set, Go Plan"
As the As we prepare for the 2021-2022 school year, HISD will provide in-person learning five days per week for all students during the 2021-2022 school year. Virtual learning will not be offered.
