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CHD Warns FDA of Insufficient Safety Evidence to Support Authorization of Risky COVID Shots and ‘Boosters’ for Infants and Young Children
Moderna and Pfizer seek COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency Use Authorizations for young children while COVID poses virtually zero threat to this age group
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Official autopsy results show Patrick Lyoya died from gunshot to the back of head
Patrick Lyoya, the 26-year-old Michigan man who was fatally shot by a Grand Rapids police officer during a traffic stop, died from a gunshot to the back of the head, according to the official autopsy report obtained by CNN.
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Most trans kids maintain a consistent identity, study says. Experts explain how to support them
Nicole Talbot was 13 when she faced her school assembly, her principal by her side, and told her classmates for the first time something she had always known: She was a girl.
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Deputies arrest teen for terrorizing
A teen has been arrested following an investigation into a threat against Donnie Bickham Middle School said Caddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator.
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Why do sleeping dogs look like they're running? Experts weigh in
June seems to dream of pursuit. After the long-haired German shepherd settles down for a nap, her floofy, low-slung limbs often begin to twitch and kick. To her owners, she appears to be on the trail of some unseen prey.
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East End Street Fest: A Celebration of Mexican and Chicano Art & Culture in East End Houston
The East End Improvement Corporation (501c3) and the East End Houston Cultural District proudly invite the Houston community to the 2022 East End Street Fest on Saturday, May 7, from 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm on the award-winning Esplanade on Navigation Boulevard. Admission is free.
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Houston Based Cancer Survivor and Restaurant Owner Gives Away a Car to Single Mother for Mother's Day!
The owner of Houston's Restaurant of the Year, The Greasy Spoon Soulfood Bistro, despite battling cancer in the midst of the pandemic and serving the Houston community with countless efforts from mentoring young men to giving away $10,000 to families in need during the Texas freeze has blessed a single mother with a Mother's Day Gift she will never forget!
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Houston Rockets legend and NBA on TNT Analyst Kenny Smith to serve as Spring 2022 Commencement speaker
Texas Southern University announces the speaker for its Spring 2022 Commencement ceremony will be NBA on TNT analyst Houston Rockets great Kenny Smith.
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Lee College to Launch Cyber Security, Cloud Computing Courses
Certificate and Associate Degree Programs Set to Begin Fall 2022
Lee College is meeting the growing demand for skilled IT (information technology) workers in cybersecurity and cloud computing by preparing to offer new degree and certificate programs this fall. Students will have the option to take these computer science courses in-person and online. Click here to learn more.
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HISD to Celebrate Nurses
This week is National Nurses Week, and Wednesday, May 11, is National School Nurse Day. Every year, HISD acknowledges the impact the district’s school nurses have on the health and wellness of our students. School nurses have long been at the heart of HISD campuses, but over the past two years, their importance has become even more apparent due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They have been working with local, state, and federal health officials to develop and establish important health protocols.
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Houston ISD honors Educators of the Year
The Houston Independent School District will honor its teachers and principals at an Educators of the Year banquet on Friday, May 13 at the Hilton Americas hotel.
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Surprise: Beto Can't Figure Out Where He Stands On Critical Race Theory
“Critical Race Theory is another policy issue that Beto O’Rourke can’t seem to figure out where he stands. Texans deserve real leadership, not someone who changes his policy positions based on the zip code he happens to be in.” – Mark Miner, Communications Director
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The Brimstone Museum Exhibits “The Art & History of the Bible”
Private Collector Presents historic and artistic look at the Bible, its contents, translations and more.
The Brimstone Museum and Sulphur Parks and Recreation announce the start of the next exhibit, for public display, at the Henning Cultural Center in Sulphur, Louisiana. “The Art and History of the Bible,” to be a two-floor gallery exhibit at the historic Henning house, 923 S. Ruth St., Sulphur. Admission is always free. This exhibit featured a gallery talk with the collector, Mr. Castleberry, on Saturday, May 7th.
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How to Beat Swimsuit Season Anxiety
Even if you didn’t meet your weight loss goals…
Since January we’ve been bombarded with ads urging us to slim down and “get your body in shape by summer.” “Lose weight by Memorial Day.” While some women manage to meet their weight loss goals in time to feel confident in their swimsuits, the majority of us don’t. While we can disguise unwanted pounds in heavy layers during winter, in summer there’s nowhere to hide when you’re invited to that poolside BBQ. Why should we have to hide?
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Ars Lyrica announces 2022-2023 Season, “Sounding Legacies”
The Grammy-nominated ensemble Ars Lyrica Houston proudly announces its 19th season, “Sounding Legacies.” This season offers spectacular music by beloved Baroque composers, including major works of Purcell, Rameau, Handel, Monteverdi, and Bach. Soloists include audience favorites alongside rising opera stars, accompanied by an outstanding core ensemble of period string, wind, and continuo players. Performances will take place in Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center for Performing Arts, Rienzi (the MFAH house museum for European decorative arts), and St. Philip Presbyterian Church.
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Black Father and Son Offer Online Summer Camp to Teach Financial Literacy and Investing For the Third Year
Financial Literacy and Investing Summer Camps for Youth
Junior Wallstreeters, Inc. a non-profit, is excited to provide an online youth summer camp. The camp is great for preventing learning loss and offers a fun environment for students to learn financial and investing concepts.
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Resiliency Pays Off As Astros Extend Their Winning Streak To Six Games
“We don’t ever just shut it down,” said Michael Brantley when asked about his team’s resiliency. “I have been here for a few years now and the quality at-bats that this lineup throws out daily is special.”
