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Sandy Hook families ask judge to order Alex Jones to relinquish control of his company, alleging he transferred millions to himself and family
The families of Sandy Hook victims allege that Alex Jones' company Free Speech Systems has "systematically transferred millions of dollars" to Jones, his family and companies he controls in order to avoid compensating victims' families, according to a court filing.
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A new lens on America's past
These are the surprising and personal stories, lost and hidden in America's past, hosted by CNN's Abby Phillip, Suzanne Malveaux, Omar Jimenez, Athena Jones, Ryan Young, John Avlon and more. Knowing these stories might reshape your understanding of the disparities the country faces today.
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Apple TV+ announces critically-acclaimed bilingual comedy series “Acapulco” to return for second season on Friday, October 21
Apple TV+ announced today that the second season of the global hit comedy series “Acapulco,” starring and executive produced by SAG-Award winner Eugenio Derbez, will return on Friday, October 21, 2022. The two-episode season premiere will be followed by a new episode every Friday.
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Our Vote: Our Weapon Against Racism
The recent electoral primaries are giving us important insight into the future politics of our country. All one has to do is look at the number of Trump supporters winning primary elections for a place on the November General Election ballots. Eight out of ten of the Republicans who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump have either lost their primaries or decided not to run again.
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Right to register and vote is not a partisan issue
The right to vote, Dr. Martin Luther King taught in his famous “Give Us the Ballot” address, is one of the “highest mandates of our democratic tradition.” Democracy is founded on the right of citizens to decide via popular, free and fair elections who should represent them. Across the world, the U.S. champions democracy. Yet at home the right to vote is embattled.
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Houston Blues & Jazz Festival Featuring MonoNeon, Andy Timmons and James Francies Three Artist – One Night ONLY – Sat., Sept 24, 2022
Three Artist – One Night ONLY – Sat., Sept 24, 2022
We want our Houston Style Mag- azine readers to have fun and experience an evening of great entertainment of Blues and Jazz including three performances in one night at the Houston Blues and Jazz Festival at the 713 Music Hall on Saturday, September 24, 2022, starting at 7:00pm.
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BARC to 'Clear the Shelters' with Extended Hours, Waived Adoption Fees
BARC, the City of Houston's Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, has joined NBCUniversal Local’s 2022 Clear The Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign, through August 31, 2022. As part of this year's campaign, BARC's Adoption Center will be open for additional hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 27, 2022. All pet adoption fees will also be completely waived for the final weekend on August 27 and 28, 2022.
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Amazon is shuttering its telehealth service
Amazon on Wednesday said it is shuttering its telehealth service, Amazon Care, as the company rethinks its approach for expanding into the health care industry.
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How to qualify for Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his plan to address student loan debt, which includes debt forgiveness for certain borrowers and extending the pandemic-related payment pause.
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President Joe Biden announced his plan to address student loan debt, which includes debt forgiveness for certain borrowers and extending the pandemic-related payment pause. Mandatory …
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene again targeted in 'swatting' incident, police say
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was again the target of a "swatting" police call early Thursday morning, police said.
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What's next in the fight over the Mar-a-Lago FBI search affidavit
The Justice Department on Thursday submitted a proposal under seal for redacting the Mar-a-Lago search warrant affidavit, as the legal fight to bring more transparency into the FBI's search of former President Donald Trump's Florida home continues.
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Minnesota's GOP nominee for top elections official called changing voting rules 'our 9/11' after 'the big rig' in 2020
The Republican nominee to be the top elections official in Minnesota said changing the rules around voting following the 2020 "big rig" was "our 9/11," invoking the terrorist attacks when discussing proposed changes to election laws in the aftermath of former President Donald Trump's loss.
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First Annual President’s Youth Awards Hosted by Air Force Veteran Dr. Sonia White and Dr. Mya Smith-Edmonds Sold Out with Several Influential Guests in Attendance
"Outstanding youth recognized in three (3) categories for their community service, character, and making the world a better place. "
On July 31, 2022, Dr. Sonia White and Dr. Mya Smith-Edmonds, hosted the Inaugural 1st Presidential Youth Awards, presented by Ameri Corps. During the ceremony, an array of amazing youth were recognized for their overall character, integrity and willingness to make the world a better place. The categories for honorees included: kids, teens and young adults. The esteemed keynote speaker, founder of Sienna Sauce and featured on Shark Tank (secured a deal), Tyla- Symone Crayton, delivered an uplifting, powerful and motivating speech that had the audience, beyond inspired.
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Oz ratchets up questions about Fetterman's health as Pennsylvania Senate race gets acrimonious
Mehmet Oz was quick to wish John Fetterman well and offer prayers as the Democrat recovered from a stroke earlier this year.
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Chinese island plans to ban sales of fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030
The island of Hainan in southern China plans to ban the sale of fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030, aiming to become the first province in the country to do so, according to provincial authorities.
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Jury awards plaintiffs $31M in lawsuit over Kobe Bryant crash photos
After more than three hours of deliberation, a federal jury awarded $31 million in damages after finding the Los Angeles County Sheriff and Fire Departments liable for infringing on the constitutional rights of Vanessa Bryant and co-plaintiff Christopher Chester, who each lost a spouse and daughter in the helicopter crash in January 2020.
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Clifford Tatum sworn in as Harris County Elections Administrator
Preparations for November 8 Election well underway
Clifford Tatum assumed the duties and responsibilities as the Harris County Elections Administrator after being sworn in on Wednesday, August 24. Tatum brings over 16 years of elections experience from the local, state, and national level to serve Harris County’s 2.5 million registered voters.
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Made You Look: Art in the Right of Way
On average, a Baltimore resident dies every week from injuries sustained in a traffic-related accident (2017 data). Additionally, someone is injured in a traffic-related accident every hour. Neighborhood Design Center has partnered with MICA’s Center for Social Design and the Maryland Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Office to support design interventions to help save lives and prevent traffic-related injuries in Baltimore.
