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Jules Bass, the director, writer and producer who, with his partner Arthur Rankin Jr., created beloved Christmas specials like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," has died …
Published on October 27, 2022
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What to do if your child has a respiratory infection? Our medical analyst explains
A common respiratory virus, respiratory syncytial virus, is surging in the United States, leading to some children's hospitals being overwhelmed. The influenza virus is also on the rise, along with other viruses — such as adenovirus and rhinovirus — that cause the common cold.
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Kanye West jokes about being dropped by companies
If Kanye West is worried about the multiple businesses that have ended relationships with him following his antisemitic comments, he's not acting like it.
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Arkansas biker erupts in flames after being tased during chase with state police
An Arkansas man is in the hospital -- but expected to recover -- after he was engulfed by a fireball when he was tased by state police while wearing a backpack with a gallon of gasoline inside, according to a news release from Arkansas State Police.
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A motorcyclist erupts in flames after being tased by a Arkansas State Police trooper on October 13. Mandatory Credit: Arkansas State Police via KHBS
Published on October 27, 2022
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New law turns legal short term rental owners into illegal operators
An ordinance which took effect Monday turned some of Oahu's legal short term vacation rental owners, into illegal operators.
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Steven McCraw, center, the Texas Department of Public Safety's top official, is due to deliver the first formal, public update to his agency's oversight panel …
Published on October 27, 2022
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As Texas police leader gives an update today on Uvalde school massacre response, victims' relatives urge his ouster
Texas Department of Public Safety Director Col. Steven McCraw is delivering Thursday the first formal, public update to his agency's oversight panel on its officers' actions during the May massacre at a Uvalde elementary school, after first facing victims' families who, furious over the response, are calling for his resignation.
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It's ugly. It was catching fire. It's old tech. GM is selling the Chevy Bolt like hotcakes
General Motors makes a big deal out of the Ultium battery technology underpinning its new and upcoming electric vehicles like the Cadillac Lyriq, GMC Hummer EV and the Chevrolet Silverado EV pickup. But the GM EV that's a hit with customers right now is, ironically, the Bolt, a model that was first introduced back in 2016 and that doesn't use the new Ultium battery packs GM boasts about in its newer models.
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The GM EV that's a hit with customers right now is the Bolt, a model that was first introduced back in 2016 and that doesn't …
Published on October 27, 2022
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BMW i Ventures Leads Investment in Autonomous Forklift Company, Fox Robotics
BMW i Ventures announced today their lead investment in Fox Robotics, the world’s first intelligent forklift that can autonomously unload pallets from the trailer to the receiving dock. The oversubscribed funding round totals $20M. Additional new investors include Zebra Technologies, Japan Airlines & Translink Innovation Fund and Foothill Ventures. Existing investors Menlo Ventures, ENIAC Ventures, and SignalFire also participated in the round.
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Houston Mayor Joins Wells Fargo and FHLB Dallas to Celebrate the Grand Opening of an Affordable Housing Apartment Complex
Representatives from Wells Fargo and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) joined Houston, Texas, Mayor Sylvester Turner and other state and local dignitaries at the grand opening of New Hope Housing Avenue J (Avenue J) apartments. The $35-million, 100-unit, affordable apartment community in Houston’s historic Second Ward received a $750,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) subsidy from Wells Fargo and FHLB Dallas.
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City of Houston Mayor, Sylvester Turner, along with local and state dignitaries and bank representatives celebrated the grand opening of Avenue J, a Houston affordable …
Published on October 27, 2022
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Congressman Al Green Joins U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra for MD Anderson Cancer Moon Shots Event
“I am honored to welcome Secretary Becerra to Houston and accompany him on a tour of MD Anderson, a premier institution for cancer care and research of international renown. Since 1944, MD Anderson has welcomed nearly 1.8 million people for cancer care and in 2021 alone cared for over 174,000 patients,” Congressman Al Green stated. “One of MD Anderson’s most ambitious cancer detection, prevention, and treatment initiatives is the Moon Shots Program launched in 2012. Inspired by President Kennedy’s promise 60 years ago to put a man on the moon, the goal of this program is to drastically reduce cancer mortality and suffering in 13 cancer types, which will form the basis for future treatment of all cancer types.”
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Twin Peaks to Donate $10 for Every NFL Touchdown This Season to ALS Association
The ultimate sports lodge is committed to donating a minimum of $15,000 and is encouraging fans to join in the fight against the disease
Twin Peaks wants its loyal fans to join the fight against ALS.
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Halloween: Red Cross offers safety steps before you go out Trick-or-treating
Trick-or-treating is back this Halloween. The American Red Cross offers these tips and more to help keep you and your loved ones safe while having fun.
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Plan Your Winter Travel Experiences With Hyatt Regency Hill Country
Award-Winning Resort Provides Unlimited “Hill Country Golf Package,” Heated Pools Available Year-Round, and Delicious Cuisine for a Seasonal Getaway
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort & Spa announces its winter travel experiences for guests. The award-winning resort, recently recognized in Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, offers everything from year-round heated pools and luxurious hot tubs to the “Hill Country Golf Package” with unlimited golf opportunities.
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Voters must decide which way to go
Some early voting is already underway in the 2022 elections. By all accounts, turnout is remarkably high; the partisan divide remarkably deep. The days when both parties were broad coalitions of liberals, moderates and conservatives are long gone. The partisan sorting-out began when Republicans responded to the civil rights movement by seeking to capture the white vote in the South. Now, Trump's successful efforts to purge or intimidate politicians who objected to his behavior have deepened the divide.
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Houston Public Works Announces 'Imagine a Day Without Water' TikTok Contest Winners
Houston Public Works announces the winners of the “Imagine a Day Without Water” TikTok Contest. Imagine a Day Without Water is a national day of education and advocacy about the value of water. Dozens of entries were received to highlight the importance and value of water in Houston. Applicants had to follow the City of Houston TikTok channel @cityofhouston, and live in the Greater Houston Area. Each participant’s TikTok entry must also use the hashtag #ValueWaterHouston.
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Statement from Harris County DA Office on Death Sentence of defendant who murdered deputy
Brief statement from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office on a jury sentencing Robert Solis to death for the slaying of Harris County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal.
