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Texas Scores 2.5 in MADD Report on Drunk Driving Laws Receives 2.5 out of 5 in State-by-State Ratings
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has released the 2018 Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving Report to the Nation, which rates every state’s drunk driving laws and highlights drunk driving countermeasures related to MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving.
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Macaulay Culkin and Brenda Song welcome their first child together
Macaulay Culkin and Brenda Song have welcomed a new baby, a rep for Culkin confirmed to CNN.
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Houston ISD Board of Education names Millard House as lone finalist for superintendent
After a lengthy process of gathering stakeholder input, a nationwide search that included a diverse pool of applicants, and a comprehensive interview process, the HISD Board of Education has announced Millard House as the lone finalist for superintendent of the Houston Independent School District
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Harris County Attorney Christian D Menefee Statement on Uvalde Shooting
Below is a statement from Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee regarding the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas.
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Did you retire during the pandemic, but then decide to head back to work?
The pandemic pushed over 2.6 million more people into retirement than projected, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
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Jason Momoa dashes hopes of Lisa Bonet reconciliation
Despite speculation to the contrary, Jason Momoa says he has not reunited with Lisa Bonet.
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Beyoncé ‘s BeyGOOD Foundation Pledges $6 Million to Mental Health Organizations Supporting Essential Workers During Covid-19 Crisis
Beyoncé has been lending her time to several Covid-19 relief efforts. She appeared on the Disney Family Singalong to support Feeding America and health-care workers, appeared in a fun hat on the Global Citizen broadcast and used her platform to speak about how African Americans are disproportionately affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coast Guard Foundation Hires New Regional Director for the Gulf Coast
Kelly P. Hodges to Lead Organization’s Efforts in Texas, Louisiana
The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, announced today that Kelly P. Hodges recently joined the Foundation’s fundraising team. In her new position as regional director for the Gulf Coast, she will work closely with Coast Guard units in Texas, Louisiana and throughout America’s heartland to identify and fulfill education, morale and wellness, and family support for Coast Guard members.
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Kroger to Partner to Provide Groceries to Vulnerable Houstonians Affected by Burned Down Jim’s Grocery Store
Kroger has launched a partnership with City of Houston, the Houston Food Bank and Metro to deliver groceries directly to Houstonians in need.
Hundreds of local families in need, housebound seniors and Houstonians with disabilities will receive free groceries from Kroger this week as part of their effort to support the community affected by the recent loss of Jim’s Super Grocery Store to a fire in the South Union area of Houston.
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Communities Foundation of Texas receives $1 Million donation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to aid COVID-19 Relief Efforts across Texas
Funding will help pay for personal protective equipment and childcare costs for first responders and assist with services for senior adults
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and in support of Texas community foundations and nonprofits, Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) today announced a $1 million donation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) to help with COVID-19 relief efforts through their newly created Collaborative Grant Fund.
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Northwestern Mutual – Houston Receives $50,000 Grant in Honor of Childhood Cancer Efforts
Grant funds will support children and families through The Periwinkle Foundation and Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation
Children and families affected by childhood cancer often find themselves lacking supportive communities that understand their medical and emotional needs. To help provide this support, Northwestern Mutual employees and financial advisors across the country dedicate their time to fundraising and volunteer efforts with childhood cancer-related organizations. This year, the Northwestern Mutual – Houston office has been recognized as one of the company’s Childhood Cancer Impact Award winners for its contributions to the cause, receiving $50,000 to be donated to local nonprofits.
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Comcast NBCUniversal Commits $500,000 To Support Winter Storm Uri Relief Efforts
Our hearts go out to the people of Houston, including thousands of our employees and customers who have been impacted by the extreme and devastating effects of Winter Storm Uri. To help support those impacted by the disaster, Comcast NBCUniversal is committed to providing $500,000 in support to Houston-area relief efforts, including cash and in-kind contributions.
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Op-Ed: Quanell X: Help or Hinderance?
HSM op-ed writer, Nicole Gray, takes deep dive into Quanell X's role in the disappearance of Maleah Davis.
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During the longest government shutdown in US history, President Donald Trump has been losing support among those who may be his strongest supporters -- white …
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Some of Trump's loudest supporters in Congress attacked Rep. Liz Cheney, upset that she broke with the President on a number of issues and supported …
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Celebrating Extraordinary Girl Scout Dads: A Father’s Day Tribute by the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council
This Father's Day, June 18 (and every day!) the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is proudly shining a spotlight on extraordinary Girl Scout dads and father figures who have gone above and beyond to support their daughters' journeys in scouting. These inspiring dads have made a significant impact on their daughters' lives, demonstrating unwavering commitment, enthusiasm, and dedication to the Girl Scout movement. Through their unconditional love and boundless support, these fathers help make Girl Scouting possible throughout the 26-county San Jacinto Council. These dedicated fathers are available for interviews, photos, and questions regarding Girl Scouts:
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Communities In Schools of Houston to expand student support services to RISE Strong HISD campuses in 2022-2023 school year
CIS of Houston will support all 24 RISE campuses this school year
Communities In Schools (CIS) of Houston announces the expansion of its student support services for the Houston Independent School District (HISD) RISE Strong initiative to all 24 campuses targeted for improvement by the district. Of these campuses 19 are new to CIS for the 2022-23 school year, bringing the total number of HISD campuses served by CIS to 56 campuses.
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It may be a long time, if ever, before everyone involved in January 6 is punished. Here’s why
As Americans gear up for another tense presidential election, the US legal system is still grappling with how to handle the hundreds of individuals who stormed the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, to keep former President Donald Trump in the White House.
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Digital Pioneer Roland Martin and Grammy Award Winning Artist Jay King Support Small Black Businesses During Coronavirus Pandemic
As the newly elected CEO and president of the California Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC), Grammy Award winning artist/entertainer and veteran music industry executive, Jay King, recently joined award winning journalist and talk show host Roland Martin, on his daily show, "Roland Martin Unfiltered" to raise financial support for struggling Black owned enterprises. King's interview with Martin boosted the CBCC's "Everybody Pitch In" GoFundMe campaign close to the $10,000 mark for funds raised to support California-based small Black businesses.
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As World Burns, Trump Adds Fuel to Fire
North Carolina has been hit with a storm of biblical ferocity. Florence has left at least 17 dead there, 500,000 without power, with flash flooding across the state from the coast to the western mountains. Landslides and infectious diseases are predicted to follow. North Carolina is not alone, of course.
