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Grassroots coalition launches The Big Send effort to send 10 million letters encouraging voters to cast their ballots in the 2020 November elections
Volunteers will write and stockpile 10 million handwritten letters to send to voters before Election Day as part of a Get Out The Vote effort
The Big Send, a major volunteer campaign that aims to send 10 million handwritten letters in October asking voters to cast their ballot in the 2020 elections, will launch today with a coalition of support from grassroots organizations spearheaded by Vote Forward. To meet the goal of 10 million letters, Vote Forward has teamed up with Swing Left, Indivisible, Women’s March Foundation, Stand Up America, genEquality, People for the American Way, Democracy in Color, J Street, and Daily Kos, to strengthen our democracy, improve civic participation, and increase voter turnout in November.
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An ancient practice may offer relief from chronic tension headaches
People who experience a particularly persistent type of headache pain could find relief in an ancient Chinese practice, according to new research.
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This rare 'peacock' star system in our galaxy is doomed to explode
A rare star system has been found in our Milky Way galaxy, but it's doomed to end in a massive explosion.
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Houston Metro To Make Safety Upgrades After Recent Crashes
After two deadly wrecks between MetroRail trains and bikes within a month, the head of Houston Metro says the agency is putting in place measures to keep it from happening again.
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A Slab Ride for Justice in the Ahmaud Arbery Killing "We Ride with Ahmaud" Postponed
25 new campus sites also announced for week of May 18
Officials of Houston, The State of Texas and the United States join Faith/Social Justice Leader Bishop James Dixon, II and Houston Rapper Paul Wall in a “Slab Ride” of Unity on Saturday, May 16,2020. Motorcycle escorts will lead more than 50 custom car “Slab” owners riding in support of justice for the heinous killing of Ahmaud Arbery. The demonstrators say they’re joining the national movement to shed light on facts disregarded that marginalized the killing. Supporters are creating a parade of solidarity while demanding the following factors of truth to be revealed and legally addressed:
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The Knowles-Rowland House Rebuilding Ceremony
Officials have become the rebuilding process of the Knowles-Rowland House.
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Third Ward on Tap Reclaims Community Space with the Revitalization of the Columbia Tap Trail
An HHA project aimed at providing safe, sustainable, and positive space for families and community members, while preserving the integrity and longevity of the historic Third Ward
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Nearly 30,000 objects are hurtling through near-Earth orbit. That’s not just a problem for space
Once upon a time, gazing at the night sky was an escape from manmade messiness on Earth. Not anymore.
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Booster shots could soon be recommended for people as young as 40, source says
Booster protection in the US could soon expand to a much broader population, as a source says the US government likely will soon recommend them to people as young as 40 who received either Moderna or Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine.
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Historic Healing America Tour Rolls Into Houston
Healing America is the brainchild of Nelson Campbell, the founder of PlantPure Nation. He and his father, famed author and researcher Dr. T. Colin Campbell considered by many to be the “Science Father” of plant-based nutrition and health, are bringing their historic and grassroots movement to communities all over America.
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PVAMU NROTC Student Accepted into the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) envisions a world in which all communities have an equal voice in public policy through leadership cultivation, economic empowerment, and civic engagement. It’s no wonder why senior political science student Roman Zepeda applied for a CBCF internship. The Austin, Texas native has had his sights focused on public policy and leadership cultivation, every since he was in high school in Round Rock, Texas. He was accepted into the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s semester-long internship for the Fall 2018 semester.
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Beyonce and Jay-Z Grants Scholarship to Teen During OTR Tour Stop in Houston
Ball High School senior Alezae Uresti is smiling big after the huge gift Beyonce and Jay-Z gave her.
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Claudine Gay: A Tenure of Triumphs and Trials at Harvard's Helm
In the storied halls of Harvard University, Claudine Gay's appointment in July 2023 heralded a historic moment as she became the first Black president to lead the esteemed institution. With a formidable background in American political behavior and a trail of administrative excellence, President Gay stepped into her role poised to shape Harvard's future. Yet, after just six months, her presidency concluded in an unprecedentedly brief term that has left a lasting impact on the university and the academic world.
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Breaking Barriers: Over-the-Counter Opioid Overdose Remedies Remain Elusive for Some Houstonians, Baker Institute Study Finds
Despite the FDA's green light for over-the-counter (OTC) sale of opioid overdose remedies, a report from Rice University's esteemed Baker Institute for Public Policy reveals a stark reality: many Houston pharmacies are yet to stock the life-saving medication, leaving a critical gap in accessibility.
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Bonuses for Teacher Appreciation Week being award to all 4,000 Harmony Public Schools active employees
In appreciation of their extraordinary work in educating the students of Harmony Public Schools while serving their communities during one of the most challenging years for educators ever, Harmony Public Schools will award a $250 bonus to nearly 4,000 employees in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week.
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Representative Thierry's Statement on Proposed Detention Center for Immigrant Children in Houston
On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, Representative Shawn Thierry (D-Houston) addressed the issue of a newly submitted application by Southwest Key Programs to manage a detention facility in Houston which will hold immigrant children who have been separated from their parents resulting from President Trump's new immigration policy.
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Rockets look to get back on track against the Pelicans
The Houston Rockets (11-2) will be back in action tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans (10-12) as they play their second game of a back-to-back that started with a loss to the Charlotte Hornets last night by a score 119-94.
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Although the prevalence of e-cigarette use among teens has declined in recent years, those who do vape are starting younger and they're using e-cigarettes more …
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Houston Used Car Prices Have Dropped 4.69% During the Pandemic
The uncertainty precipitated by COVID-19 has affected every sector of the economy, including the automotive industry. Car dealerships are experiencing sharp declines in used car sales, as much of the country still remains under lockdown. While used car sales have always been prone to fluctuations, data from the U.S. Census Bureau found that retail used car sales plummeted more than 20 percent year-over-year in March even before the full effects of stay-at-home orders were realized. The last time that used car sales fell so precipitously was at the onset of the Great Recession in 2008.
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Cancer diagnosis rates are going up in younger adults, study finds, driven largely by rises in women and people in their 30s
Certain kinds of cancer are being diagnosed more often in younger adults in the US, a new study shows, and the increases seem to be driven by cancers in women and adults in their 30s.
