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Commissioner Rodney Ellis, U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, County Attorney Christian Menefee, Others Honor State Rep. Senfronia Thompson During Murals Unveiling
After Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and others bestowed accolades on state Rep. Senfronia Thompson, Texas’ longest serving legislator then brought the crowd to laughter at a ceremony to unveil two downtown murals, one that honors her.
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Commissioner Rodney Ellis, U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, County Attorney Christian Menefee, Others Honor State Rep. Senfronia Thompson During Murals Unveiling
After Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and others bestowed accolades on state Rep. Senfronia Thompson, Texas’ longest serving legislator then brought the crowd to laughter at a ceremony to unveil two downtown murals, one that honors her.
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Wayne Shorter, jazz saxophonist and composer, has died at age 89
Wayne Shorter, a Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer who helped shaped the sound of contemporary jazz, has died, according to his publicist.
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Subway hopes new meat slicers will boost sales after record 2022
Subway says it had a record-setting year for sales in 2022, bolstered by a major menu revamp and store renovations. The company believes its plan to slice meat in front of customers could make 2023 another record year.
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Denver Broncos reportedly make deal with New Orleans Saints to hire Sean Payton as head coach
Sean Payton will join the Denver Broncos as head coach after they agreed compensation with the 59-year-old's former team, the New Orleans Saints, according to reports from ESPN and NFL Network.
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'I appreciate it so much': Man battling ultra-rare form cancer receives homecoming surprise
It was an emotional homecoming for Mike Shapiro of Kenmore on Tuesday.
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Chinese hackers lurked in some US infrastructure systems ‘at least five years’
The Chinese hackers behind a campaign to infiltrate transportation hubs and other critical American infrastructure have had access to some of their targets’ computer networks for “at least five years,” according to a new report by US and allied security agencies obtained by CNN.
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Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis to Spearhead Groundbreaking of Seniors’ Affordable Housing Development
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, in collaboration with the Community Services Department, New Hope Housing, and the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation, is set to lead the groundbreaking ceremony for a groundbreaking multifamily affordable housing development in Precinct One, downtown Houston. The New Hope Ennis development marks a significant step towards addressing housing affordability challenges faced by seniors in the area.
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3 people have died after infection with rare flesh-eating bacteria in Connecticut and New York
At least three people have died in Connecticut and New York after contracting a rare flesh-eating bacteria that can be found in warm, brackish waters or raw shellfish, officials confirmed Wednesday.
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Latto has big energy for her bright future: ‘Once you work with Mariah Carey, anything is possible’
Being one the hottest female rappers in the game doesn’t shield you from a healthy bout of nerves. Just ask Latto, who at the age of 24 can already count herself among the new wave of hip-hop queens while also enjoying crossover success in reality TV.
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Mayor’s Back to School Fest Presented by Shell Will Provide Thousands of Students and Their Families With Backpacks, School Supplies and Health Screenings
Mayor Sylvester Turner is excited to announce the 13th Annual Mayor's Back to School Fest presented by Shell on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
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Germany crashes out of Women’s World Cup as Morocco reaches knockout stage in tournament debut
Two-time world champion Germany crashed out of this year’s Women’s World Cup after drawing 1-1 to South Korea on Thursday.
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ICE draft plan would release thousands of immigrants in order to cover budget shortfall
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has drafted contingency plans to cut detention capacity and release thousands of immigrants as a result, according to a source familiar with the plan.
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The 2024 HBCU College Fair: Empowering Futures, Celebrating Diversity
Presented by the Houston HBCU Alumni Association HHBCUAA
Get ready, Houston! The nation's largest HBCU College Fair is back, and it's bigger and better than ever. Proudly sponsored by H-E-B, the 2024 HBCU College Fair, hosted by the Houston HBCU Alumni Association, promises an unforgettable experience for students and parents alike. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Houston Marriott South Hobby Airport.
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Five children among 12 killed as Russia hits Odesa apartment block
The death toll from a Russian drone attack on an apartment block in the Ukrainian city of Odesa has risen to 12, with the bodies of five children removed from the rubble, officials said Sunday, the latest civilian victims of a relentless Russian bombing campaign.
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Houston's Quentin Mease Health Center Unveils Revolutionary Endoscopy Center to Bolster Fight Against Colon Cancer
Quentin Mease Health Center, part of the esteemed Harris Health System, is proud to announce the Harris Health Endoscopy Center as its latest enhancement.
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RFK Jr. has chosen VP nominee who he will announce within two weeks
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has selected a vice presidential nominee and will announce his decision within the next two weeks, he told CNN on Tuesday.
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Harris County Considers 100% Property Tax Exemption to Boost Childcare Providers
In the wake of COVID-19, childcare facilities in Houston and Harris County have faced unprecedented challenges. However, relief might be on the horizon as local authorities contemplate significant property tax exemptions for qualifying providers. Houston recently paved the way by approving a 100% tax exemption, and now, Harris County is poised to follow suit. These measures aim to alleviate financial strains on childcare providers, ensuring their sustainability and accessibility to families in need.
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Here are the companies pulling back from Russia
Dozens of the world's biggest companies have abandoned or scaled back their operations in Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine.
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GOP Health Care Plan Clears First Hurdle, Debate Continues In Committee
The House Ways and Means Committee needed 18 hours to become the first panel to approve the Republicans' Obamacare repeal bill, nearly a full day after debate began and with no end in sight.
