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Houston Fire and Police Departments $14M Over Budget Before Hosting World Series
A quick walk around Minute Maid Park tells you security and emergency response is paramount this week. And in the city's emergency operations center, the dozens of cameras pointed downtown only emphasize that point. As Houston police told Eyewitness News, the Houston Fire Department they too are ready to go with extra staff and gear.
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Tom Steyer to Appear at Town Hall in Houston this Monday
Presidential Candidate Tom Steyer will host a Town Hall in Houston this Monday, March 2, 2020 at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum featuring introductions from local leaders and activists and catered by locally owned business, The Breakfast Klub.
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Astros Foundation Deliver Critical Medical Supplies to Texas Medical Center During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Astros Foundation, in partnership with Crane Worldwide, made a major announcement on Wednesday. They will be providing funding, logistics and transportation support to deliver medical equipment to those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in Houston.
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East End Houston Business Leaders Unite to Provide Support to USO Troops
Large Donation of Hand Sanitizers and Face Masks to Fight COVID-19
The Houston East End Chamber of Commerce will hold a press conference to announce and present the donation of a large number of hand sanitizers and face masks for 2,000 USO troops, who are stationed across three highly populated areas of Louisiana and Texas.
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Out of this World Series Party on the Plaza at Avenida Houston
Events will celebrate the Astros’ World Series run
Fans that don’t have a ticket to the games can still take part in the action and celebrate the Astros on the Plaza at Avenida Houston—Just one block from Minute Maid Park.
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Statement by Senator Borris L. Miles on the Announced ICE Raids
"I am disheartened and dismayed of the reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials will be conducting large-scale immigration raids in Houston this weekend. These raids only serve as propaganda and fear-mongering and divert attention from the humanitarian crisis at the Texas border caused by the federal government.
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Houston Ebony Opera Guild Presents 27th Annual African American Music Gala
Concert to feature rarely heard works by W.C. Handy and other Black composers
For 27 consecutive years, the Houston Ebony Opera Guild Chorus has presented its ANNUAL AFRICAN MUSIC GALA: A CONCERT OF WORKS BY BLACK COMPOSERS.
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Deshaun Watson Named AFC Offensive Player of the Week
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week by the NFL after Sunday’s victory of the New England Patriots. Watson has now earned his fifth Player of the Week award in his career which ranks him second in franchise history behind defensive end J.J. Watt who has seven.
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Congressman Al Green Celebrates 20th Anniversary of NRG Park
On Wednesday, October 19, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire, City Controller Chris Hollins Mark First Visit in New Term
Today, Mayor Whitmire visited with City Controller Chris Hollins to begin a dialogue on how the Administration and the Controller’s Office can best work together to serve Houstonians while addressing the City’s looming fiscal challenges.
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Moms Who Triumph Through Adult Education
Graduation is a significant milestone, but it will be particularly special for 77 courageous adult learners who overcame challenges and got a second chance to earn their high school credentials.
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Lee Garrett was Put in the Hot Seat on 'Bachelorette: The Men Tell All' Reunion
One contestant found himself on the hot seat on Monday night during "The Bachelorette 2017: The Men Tell All."
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Quintin Demps at Wade Smith Foundation Casino & Poker Charity
Elevate Management Group, Wade Smith and Dr. Quang & Staci Henderson team up to produce the elite event leading up to THE BIG GAME of 2017. #TeamStyleMag experienced Casino Royale like never before at the exclusive Wade Foundation Bulls & Blackjack event; a celebrity-filled poker tournament and casino soirée. Celebrities from all over united to help raise funds for charities closest to their hearts. Confirmed Celebrity Players: (Additional confirmations to come!) Elevate Management Group, Wade Smith and Dr. Quang & Staci Henderson team up to produce the elite event leading up to THE BIG GAME of 2017. #TeamStyleMag experienced Casino Royale like never before at the exclusive Wade Foundation Bulls & Blackjack event; a celebrity-filled poker tournament and casino soirée. Celebrities from all over united to help raise funds for charities closest to their hearts. Confirmed Celebrity Players: (Additional confirmations to come!) Wayne Cherbet — Former New York Jets Star Roger Clemens — Cy Young Winning Pitcher • Former Houston Astro Owen Daniels — SB Champion Denver Bronco • Former Houston Texans Pro Bowler David Diehl — Two Time SB Champion NY Giant • Fox NFL Game Analyst Akbar Gbajabiamila — American Ninja Warrior Host • NFL Network Analyst • Former Oakland Raider Maria Ho — Poker Pro/Host Commentator and WinStar Spokesperson Vonta Leach — SB Champion Baltimore Raven • Former Houston Texans Pro Bowler Jonathan Vilma — SB Champion New Orleans Saint and Pro Bowler • Current ESPN Analyst Wayne Cherbet — Former New York Jets Star Roger Clemens — Cy Young Winning Pitcher • Former Houston Astro Owen Daniels — SB Champion Denver Bronco • Former Houston Texans Pro Bowler David Diehl — Two Time SB Champion NY Giant • Fox NFL Game Analyst Akbar Gbajabiamila — American Ninja Warrior Host • NFL Network Analyst • Former Oakland Raider Maria Ho — Poker Pro/Host Commentator and WinStar Spokesperson Vonta Leach — SB Champion Baltimore Raven • Former Houston Texans Pro Bowler Jonathan Vilma — SB Champion New Orleans Saint and Pro Bowler • Current ESPN Analyst
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Houston police officer killed in apartment complex shooting
A Texas police officer was shot and killed and another was injured Tuesday at an apartment complex, authorities said.
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Turkey Leg Hut Teams Up with The Car Wreck King to Host First Annual Toys & Turkeys Giveaway
The Turkey Leg Hut and The Car Wreck King are teaming up to make a difference in the lives of Houston families this holiday season. On Saturday, December 22, 2018, the two business will give away 100 bicycles and 100 turkeys to local families at the Turkey Leg Hut’s First Annual Toys & Turkeys Giveaway!
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Soul Of A Nation: Art In The Age of Black Power New Exhibition At The Museum For Fine Arts
Exhibition Runs Through August 30th
Beginning today, Saturday, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, presents Soul of a Nation: Art in the Age of Black Power, featuring work by more than 60 Black artists and exploring what it meant to be a Black artist in America during two revolutionary decades, from the 1960s to the early 1980s. In thematic sections, Soul of a Nation showcases artists from across the United States, with an emphasis on groups in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles; a special focus on artist Betye Saar; and a dedicated section on Houston artists.
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The Bible: A Gift That Reaches the Heart
A momentous event took place on July 19, 2019, with the release of the revised edition of the New World Translation in Spanish at the “Love Never Fails”! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Madrid, Spain. The revised edition in English was released earlier in 2013 and more languages are being worked on for the future. This Spanish language edition of the Bible is a welcome gift to many living in the culturally rich city of Houston.
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Turkey Leg Hut Helping Federal Workers Recover from Shutdown with Free Turkey Legs this Week
The Turkey Leg Hut on Almeda Road is extending a helping hand this week to federal workers in the Houston area who’ve suffered through the recent 35-day government shutdown.
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Johnny Dang & Co. + De La Fortunate Worldwide to Launch Luxury Apparel Boutique in the Heart of Houston
World renowned celebrity jeweler Johnny Dang has partnered with high end apparel + consignment shop created by United States Army Veteran, Dee Evans to launch De La Fortunate worldwide on the second level of the Texas landmark, Dang & Co. Jewelry located at 6224 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77057 on Saturday January 20, 2018 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm, the pair will be opening the doors for the city of Houston to experience the culture of De La Fortunate Worldwide along with an afternoon of curated live music, live art, guest appearances, give-a-ways, and complimentary cocktails + Hors D’oeuvre.
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Knicks “Bully Ball” Too Much For The Rockets
One day later it was the leading candidate for the NBA’s Most Improved Player Award, Julius Randle’s turn to feast on a Rockets team who only suited up nine players. He scored 31 points in just three quarters of action as the Knicks defeated the Rockets 122-97
