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Distinctly referred to as "a redwood tree, with deep roots in American culture," Dr. Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928-May 28, 2014) led a prolific life. As a singer, dancer, activist, poet and writer, she inspired generations with lyrical modern African-American thought that pushed boundaries. Best known for her autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (Random House), she gave people the freedom to think about their history in a way they never had before.
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Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation Invites Super Bowl Fans To #KickoffForKindness
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Saab Owner NEVs Cleared To Build EVs In China
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Black and Latino Amazon Drivers File Discrimination Class Action
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Super Bowl LI Will Be the First We Can Watch in Virtual Reality
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Donald Trump's Early Crisis
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Malcolm X’s Daughter, Granddaughter Arrested
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According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Ryan McLaughlin is accused of running a red light and slamming into another vehicle. The crash happened early …
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The man charged with murder in a deadly crash was expected in court Monday morning.
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Greg Holland Can Make $35M Over 2 Years Under Rockies Contract
Reliever Greg Holland can earn up to $35 million over two years, including performance bonuses, under his new deal with the Colorado Rockies.
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County Attorney Ryan Wins Court Order To Stop Lawyer Defrauding Clients
Charged Thousands for Immigration Work Not Done
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan has won a court order against an attorney who was charging his clients thousands of dollars for immigration legal work that was never performed.
