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Two Houston McDonald's Restaurant Managers Receive Prestigious Global Award
Esteban Alvarado and Sebastian Zacarias named Ray Kroc Award recipients, recognized as top 1% of all McDonald’s Restaurant Managers worldwide
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Niger Ambush: Timeline of Attack That Killed 4 US Soldiers
As a political firestorm grows over an ambush that left four US soldiers dead in Niger three weeks ago, the Department of Defense has begun to provide a more detailed account of what happened.
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Publisher Lorenza Butler, Jr. Honored with President Award at 2021 Annual Minority Business Expo
On Wednesday, September 15, 2021 the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC) opened up the first day of its two-day 2021 Virtual Expo. This annual Expo is one of the avenues that HMSDC offers its member Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) to increase and expand their business opportunities and growth while connecting businesses with major corporations, government agencies and institutions who need their services and products.
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HISD Police Department unveils new reporting tool for increased safety and accountability
Houston Independent School District Police Department is introducing a new way for HISD students, families, and stakeholders to report threats or criminal activity on HISD school campuses in an effort to continue building trust and transparency with the community.
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Congressional probe finds communications gear in Chinese cranes, raises spying concerns
Some Chinese-made cranes used at US ports contain communications equipment with no clear purpose or record of their installation, according to a new congressional investigation that will heighten US concerns that the cranes could be used for surveillance or sabotage.
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COVID-19 Updates: Stay-Home Work-Safe Order Extended
Tuesday, March 31 County Judge Hidalgo extended the Stay-Home Work-Safe order through midnight April 30. If you need additional clarification or information on this order, please email stayhome@co.hctx.net or visit the County's FAQ page.
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Anti-vaxxers are using the same tactics as cults do to attract followers on social media
In 1974, I was recruited into a cult. Known as the Unification Church, but often referred to as the Moonies, the group was — and still is — a far-right cult founded by the Korean cult leader Sun Myung Moon. The Moonies believe that Moon was greater than Jesus and is God's "Messiah." His teachings, followers have said, supersede conscience, the Bible, laws and universal human rights.
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Lovell' Food For Thought - Has HDEART/ICC had an Impact?
Will those impacted respond to a survey/
There is no doubt that the Health Disparities, Education, Awareness, Research & Training Consortium (HDEART-C), the Intercultural Cancer Council (ICC) and its Network has had an impact on the career trajectory of a significant number individuals in health, especially health inequities. The issue is whether we can document its impact. Will those who have benefited take the time to respond to do the survey? That is the biggest question?
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NALEO Educational Fund Taps Mario J. Beovides to Lead Policy and Legislative Affairs in Nation’s Capital
Beovides promoted as organization doubles down on voting rights, naturalization, and census work
The National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund announced today the promotion of Mario J. Beovides to Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs. Mario will serve as NALEO Educational Fund’s primary representative and chief advocate for the organization’s top policy priorities from Washington, D.C., including the census, naturalization, election administration, voting rights, and Latino representation in top federal appointed positions and the congressional workforce.
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Surveillance Video of Incident at 8300 Boone Road
Houston police are asking for the public's help in identifying individuals wanted for questioning in the death of a man at 8300 Boone Road about 11:15 p.m. on July 3, 2016.
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Rapper Chamillionaire Talks Tech Entrepreneurship with Houston Students
We know rapper Chamillionaire as a Grammy award-winning rapper but he is showing a different side these days as a tech entrepreneur.
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Houston man sentenced to life in prison without parole for murdering Spring couple
One of three men arrested for the execution-style slaying of a Spring couple in a 2018 home invasion was automatically sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted of capital murder, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.
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Rapper Jeezy, Luxury Designers Joined Friendly Faces Senior Care for Charity Benefit Tonight at Bisou
Friendly Faces Senior Care hosted an elegant “Glitz & Glam” charity event tonight at Bisou that featured Rapper Jeezy and celebrity and luxury designers to benefit The Doll Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization which provides support and resources for local seniors and caregivers in need!
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Grammy Award Winner/NAACP Image Award Winners Tamela and David Mann Releasing New Music, Book, Concert Tour And Christmas Movie
The power couple are celebrating their 30-year marriage with the release of their new memoir, Us Against the World: Our Secrets to Love, Marriage, and Family available November 13, 2018 (W Publishing/Harper Collins). In their new memoir, the couple candidly shares an inspiring, funny, and up-close look at their lives while offering hope and practical advice for building a strong relationship, marriage and family.
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The inspector general of the Department of Health and Human Services found the department was not, as of earlier this fall, conducting required FBI fingerprint …
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José Adolfo Macías is one of Ecuador’s most notorious gangsters and is the only founding member of the Los Choneros gang who is still alive. …
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Painting stolen by mobsters returned to owner after more than 50 years, FBI says
A painting older than the US Constitution was returned to its rightful owner this month – more than 50 years after being stolen by mobsters, the FBI said in a news release.
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Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation Invites Super Bowl Fans To #KickoffForKindness
Pop-Up Activation KindLI Opens at Super Bowl LI’s NFL Experience in Houston
Fans at Home Invited to Host a #KickOffForKindness Watch Party for a Chance to Win Tickets to an Upcoming Lady Gaga Show
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Obesity in Hispanic Adolescents Linked to Nearly Sixfold Increase in High Blood Pressure
Obesity raises the prevalence of high blood pressure among adolescents but the increase is particularly pronounced among Hispanics compared to white, African-American or Asian ethnic groups, according to a study by researchers at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Results were published in the journal Pediatrics.
