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Lt. Gov. Discusses Potential Impact of Texas “Bathroom” Bill
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick turned a lot of heads when last week he announced Senate Bill 6. A bill that "codifies what has been common practice in Texas and everywhere else forever - that men and women should use separate, designated bathrooms."
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Gucci’s Pre-Fall 2017 Campaign Casts All Black Models
While the term "diversity" is definitely a hot topic in the fashion world right now, not every brand necessarily understands the concept in full. Gucci shared a series of audition videos via Instagram for their pre-fall 2017 campaign.
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Weekend Repairs Prompt Bus Shuttles Along Red Line
METRORail service will be interrupted along a section of the Red Line for maintenance work on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 and Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020.
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Bush Joins Hobby Airport with a Historic 4-Star Rating
The “stars” now are twice as bright in Houston with the announcement today that both George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport have been awarded a 4-star ratings by Skytrax, recognized as a leading global air transport rating organization.
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The Community Artists' Collective: An Updated message regarding COVID-19
We are paying very close attention to the news and announcements surrounding the COVID - 19 outbreak.
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Weekend Repairs Prompt Bus Shuttles Along Red Line
METRORail service will be interrupted along a section of the Red Line for maintenance work on Saturday, June 13, 2020 and Sunday, June 14, 2020.
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Ride METRO Free on Election Day
METRO is providing complimentary trips to polling locations in our service area for the December run-off election. Voters can ride at no charge on METRORail, local buses, and METROLift.
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Houston Symphony Receives Grammy Nomination for the Recording of Alban Berg’s Wozzeck
The Houston Symphony has received a nomination for the 60th Grammy Awards for the recording of Alban Berg’s Wozzeck for Best Opera Recording in the classical category.
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California Woman Sues Walmart for Locking Black Beauty Products Behind Glass
A California woman says she is suing Walmart for discrimination after saying that the mega retailer locked its African-American hair and skin products behind glass at a California store.
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Motel 6 Sued For Identifying Latino Guests For Immigration Agents
The hospitality chain Motel 6 is facing another lawsuit alleging that it violated the civil rights of Latino immigrants by voluntarily giving guests' personal information to federal immigration authorities.
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Confrontation caught on camera outside KU fraternity house raises concerns
A video going viral this weekend shows a Lawrence man as he says he was being harassed and having a drink thrown at his face by KU students.
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The Texan's Texas: Easygoing Charm in Brenham
When outsiders think of rural Texas, their thoughts tend to run toward cactus, tumbleweeds, oil derricks, coyotes and armadillos, cowboys and pickup trucks.
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Black History Month: A Guide to Houston's African American Landmarks
Black History in the Bayou
Black history is layered throughout Houston — you just have to be open to exploring. In a city lauded for its cultural diversity, it should come as no surprise that Houston neighborhoods provide storied pockets that explore African American’s plight, perseverance, and progression throughout history. From green spaces rooted in Emancipation celebrations to arts venues that fostered sounds of soul, these nine Houston African American landmarks are a must-visit during Black History Month and beyond.
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Five Side Hustles for Digital Hustlers
Given that more than one-third of Americans have a side hustle and more than half of all millennials are supporting themselves with one, too, you might be interested in knowing more ways to hustle. Here are the top five easiest and most fun side hustles that don’t require leaving your house—or desk (shh).
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NubianPoets.com Launches 2018 National Poetry Month Contest — This Year’s Theme is “Black Love”
April is National Poetry Month and NubianPoets.com is proud to have Latorial Faison who has been featured along with Iyanla Vazant, Danny Glover, and Dr. Cornel West in the 2003 NAACP Image Award winning book Keeping the Faith: Stories of Love, Courage, Healing, and Hope from the Black community as this year’s contest judge.
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K-pop stars BTS share racial discrimination they faced
K-pop stars BTS have spoken out about their own experience with racial discrimination in the wake of rising anti-Asian violence in the US.
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Houston School Fair at the Zoo To Bring Learning Options, Free Fun to Families
Event to feature one-on-one application help, free admittance to zoo
A bilingual school fair at the Houston Zoo on Saturday, Jan. 21 offers families a chance to gather school information and enjoy special animal interactions, all in one morning.
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Bidens host their first White House Easter Egg Roll after two years of the pandemic
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden on Monday welcomed thousands of guests to the South Lawn of the White House for the Easter Egg Roll, an annual holiday tradition that had been canceled for the past two years because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Offering Quality, Affordable Plans During Open Enrollment
Eligible participants may qualify for $0 monthly payments on some plans
The Open Enrollment season is here and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) will be offering multiple health plan options — some with $0 co-pays — as part of its continuing commitment to provide quality, cost-effective health care to Texans.
