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GOP megadonor Harlan Crow declines to answer Democrats’ questions about financial ties to Clarence Thomas
A lawyer for GOP megadonor Harlan Crow told Senate Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin that his committee did not have “the authority to investigate Mr. Crow’s personal friendship with Justice Clarence Thomas,” in a letter Monday night obtained by CNN.
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Ron DeSantis spells out possibility to cement ‘7-2 conservative majority’ on Supreme Court
Ahead of an expected White House bid in the coming days, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spelled out the possibility to build a “7-2 conservative majority” on the US Supreme Court.
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NJ elementary school students become published authors for 2nd time
What was your greatest accomplishment in first grade? For one group of students in Runnemede, it's becoming a published author, twice.
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Texas sends ban on gender-affirming care for minors to governor’s desk
The Texas legislature Wednesday night voted to ban gender-affirming care for most minors, sending a bill to the governor’s desk that, if enacted, would put critical health care out of reach for transgender youth in America’s second-most-populous state.
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‘Bama Rush’ takes us into the world of Southern sorority fashion and hierarchies
That’s Outfits of the Day, for the uninitiated. Every day of sorority recruitment at the University of Alabama in 2021, collegiate women showed off their Golden Goose sneakers, fluttery shorts from the Pants Store and Kendra Scott pendants. There were chunky wedges and flouncy dresses and Lululemon shorts to “run home” in; there were the funny mishaps and heartbreaking rejections. And we the audience were there for all of it, until the Southern sorority hopefuls became sisters (though some never made it to Bid Day).
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Snoop Dogg, Jill Scott, Babyface to Headline 2023 Cincinnati Music Festival
Berrywise Enterprise, a Black-owned premier ticket and hotel reseller, is providing ticket and hotel packages for this year’s 2023 Cincinnati Music Festival. The iconic event will happen Thursday, July 20th through Saturday, July 22nd at the Paycor Stadium (formally Paul Brown Stadium), on the Cincinnati riverfront. Attendees will have a memorable experience with prime seating and accommodations.
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Berrywise Enterprise providing competitive pricing for the 2023 Cincinnati Music Festival. Prime seating and hotel accommodations are available and selling fast.
Published on May 23, 2023
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Lupita Nyong’o addresses speculation she dated Janelle Monáe
Lupita Nyong’o understands why people may believe she and Janelle Monáe had a romantic relationship.
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First Colony Branch Library Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Open House
In celebration of the 30TH anniversary of the First Colony Branch Library, Fort Bend County Libraries invites the public to an Open House on Saturday, June 10, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land.
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IRS Free Tax Filing Service Could Further Harm Black, Low-Income Taxpayers
The IRS is exploring a direct e-file system for tax returns. However, some believe the system would bring undue harm to historically marginalized communities – including Black and low-income taxpayers - based on recent reports concerning IRS enforcement actions.
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Hampton to host inspiring Black history, cultural events this summer
Explore legacy and culture this spring and summer in Hampton, Virginia with events and tours that commemorate and celebrate Black history and culture. Hampton’s more than 400-year African American history tells a powerful story of perseverance, heritage and pride.
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Agenda Houston CEO Ken Haggerty to Host FREE Monthly Entrepreneur Series "What's Your Agenda?"
Agenda Houston, the city's premiere destination for collectable sneakers and designer streetwear, is excited to announce a groundbreaking initiative by its CEO, Ken Haggerty. Starting on June 6, 2023, Haggerty will be hosting a free monthly entrepreneur workshop called "What's Your Agenda?" at the Agenda Houston flagship store located at 3300 Kirby Drive in Houston, Texas!
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Agenda Houston’s flagship store at The Shops at Arrive Upper Kirby Photos: Visual Influence
Published on May 23, 2023
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The Highlands Community Donates $10,000 to Local Charities Following Home Tour
Montgomery County Food Bank and Sleep in Heavenly Peace Receive Charitable Contributions
In April, The Highlands by Caldwell Communities hosted the “All Trails Lead Home” tour to showcase the community’s abundant amenities and home design offerings. In addition to seventeen model homes, the tour highlighted the unique national park ambiance, miles of trails, Highland Pines Golf Course, recreational lakes and dozens of additional offerings for residents to enjoy.
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Katy native serves aboard forward-deployed Navy warship in Japan
Petty Officer 3rd Class Jacob Scott, a native of Katy, Texas, serves in Japan aboard a forward-deployed U.S. Navy warship.
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Sugar Land Space Cowboys' Mascot Helps Launch Libraries' Summer Reading Challenge
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will welcome the Sugar Land Space Cowboys’ mascot, Orion, who will help launch FBCL’s annual Summer Reading Challenge at several locations in June!
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How you can prepare for a debt default
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen reaffirmed June 1 as the hard deadline to raise the debt ceiling on Monday, saying she expects the United States will be unable to pay all of its bills in a little over a week.
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What We Shouldn’t Permit
Picture a mountain valley somewhere in the Alleghanies, Appalachians or Blue Ridge. It’s a safe bet what you just imagined didn’t include a metal pipeline more than three feet wide running down a steep ridge or crossing a pristine stream.
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Dr. Rudy Rasmus and Pastor Juanita Rasmus “Rewire” with Transition from St. John’s Downtown Church
Dr. Rudy Rasmus to join Bread of Life, Inc. as Executive Director
After more than 30 years of service, Dr. Rudy Rasmus and Pastor Juanita Rasmus announced their transition from Senior Pastors of St. John’s Downtown Church. Dr. Rudy will join Bread of Life, Inc. as Executive Director.
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HISD Launches Project Safe Start 2023 to promote end-of-year school safety
The Houston Independent School District Police Department, Houston Police Department, and community ministers will culminate the end of the school year by once again engaging in Project Safe Start. The partnership involves increasing security presence on and around school campuses as they start to wind down during the final days of the academic year, with the aim of ensuring a safe and secure learning environment for students and teachers.
