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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Announces Consumer Fraud Investigation into Patriot Title
Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee announced today that the County Attorney’s Office is starting the process to sue a local title company that has repeatedly defrauded community members in real estate transactions. County Attorney Menefee was joined by Commissioner Lesley Briones and victims of Patriot Title's scams.
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Angela Bassett to be Recognized with Honorary Oscar
It's finally time for Angela Bassett to receive a well-deserved Oscar statuette of her own. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced on Monday that the two-time nominee will be honored with an honorary Oscar at the 2023 Governors Awards.
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Country Star Chris Young to Headline Shell Freedom Over Texas
Houston's official Fourth of July celebration, Shell Freedom Over Texas, will feature country star Chris Young as the headliner, according to an announcement by Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Mayor's Office of Special Events. The event, known for its tradition, family-friendly activities, and patriotic spirit, invites Houstonians to join in the festivities and create lasting memories.
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The Importance of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Every year in July, we dedicate National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to shed light on the unique challenges faced by racial and ethnic minority communities regarding mental health in the United States. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health encourages leaders at the state, tribal, and local levels, as well as community-based organizations, faith leaders, healthcare providers, and individuals, to educate their communities about mental health stigma.
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Houston Rockets Take Next Step in Rebuilding Process After Successful 2023 Draft
It has been three years since the Houston Rockets have been labeled as "winners" regarding things on and off the court. In order to bring some relevance back to the team, the organization has a three-phase plan in place, and after Thursday night's 2023 NBA Draft, they are already winning the second phase.
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Pharrell Williams Shines Alongside Louis Vuitton’s Unforgettable Runway Show, Ingniting The American Male Fashion Scene
Louis Vuitton, the iconic luxury brand, set the American fashion scene ablaze with a highly anticipated runway show, masterfully curated by their visionary Creative Director for menswear. The venue of choice was the mythical Pont Neuf, an ancient and storied bridge, which added an extra layer of grandeur to the al- ready extravagant affair. The show, eagerly awaited by fashion enthusiasts across the nation, did not disappoint.
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Appeals court dismisses Ivanka Trump as co-defendant in civil fraud case against Donald Trump
A New York appeals court has dismissed Ivanka Trump as a co-defendant in New York Attorney General Letitia James’ civil fraud lawsuit against Donald Trump, his children and the Trump Organization, according to a court order filed Tuesday.
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Former President Donald Trump (right) watches his daughter Ivanka Trump, address an event in the East Room of the White House on April 28, 2020. …
Published on June 27, 2023
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15-year-old boy faces 10 charges in Juneteenth shooting that injured six teens
A 15-year-old boy is facing 10 charges in connection to a shooting after the Juneteenth festival celebrations last Monday.
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Bryan Kohberger enters the courtroom for his arraignment hearing in Latah County District Court in Moscow, Idaho. Mandatory Credit: Zach Wilkinson/Pool/Reuters
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Idaho student killings suspect could be executed by firing squad if he is convicted and sentenced to death
The man accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students could be executed by firing squad if he’s convicted and sentenced to death – and if the state cannot obtain the drugs necessary for a lethal injection.
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Angela Bassett to receive honorary Oscar
Angela Bassett’s time has come to hold an Oscar statuette that she can call her own.
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Your Fourth of July cookout will cost you less this year, according to American Farm Bureau
Good news for your Fourth of July cookout — it’s more affordable than last year. Families can expect to pay $67.73 for a party of 10, down 3% from last year’s record high, according to a survey from the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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Rihanna shows off baby bump in new Louis Vuitton campaign
With multiple bags and a baby bump protruding from an unbuttoned jacket, Rihanna’s maternity style has reached new heights in Louis Vuitton’s latest campaign.
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Trump allies outraged after McCarthy says ‘I don’t know’ if Trump is strongest 2024 candidate
Advisers and allies to former President Donald Trump are expressing outrage after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said that he thinks Trump can win in 2024, but does not know if he is the “strongest” candidate.
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British woman whose death sparked conspiracy theories accidentally drowned, coroner rules
Nicola Bulley – a British woman whose missing person case triggered feverish conspiracy theories and criticism of the police investigation – died from drowning after she accidentally fell into cold water in January, UK’s PA Media reported.
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British mother Nicola Bulley died from accidental drowning, a UK coroner has ruled, capping off months of speculation in the missing persons case. Mandatory Credit: …
Published on June 27, 2023
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Jacquemus’ Versailles show was an ode to Princess Diana
“You can’t just rent Versailles, you start a relationship,” said Simon Porte Jacquemus who yesterday joined the rarefied club of fashion designers to have presented a collection on the grounds of the historic French palace near Paris.
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Rainforest destruction soared in 2022 despite global pledges to halt deforestation, new report finds
The destruction of the world’s rainforests ramped up last year, despite global pledges to end deforestation by 2030, according to a new report.
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DOJ issues scathing rebuke of Bureau of Prisons detailing multiple failures that led to Jeffrey Epstein’s suicide
The Justice Department’s Office of the Inspector General on Tuesday issued a scathing rebuke of the Bureau of Prisons detailing the multiple failures that led to the death of high-profile financier Jeffrey Epstein following his arrest in 2019 but found no evidence to contradict the “absence of criminality” in his death.
