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Mayor Announces Interactive Harvey By The Numbers Website

Mayor Sylvester Turner announces the launch of the "Harvey By The Numbers" web site that shows where trucks are picking up storm debris, where flood damage was the worst, how many hours volunteers are spending on the recovery from Hurricane Harvey and other information that will be updated periodically if not daily.

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Bus carrying band students from Texas crashes near the Alabama-Florida line, shutting down I-10

At least one person was killed when a bus carrying Houston-area band students drove into a 50-foot ravine in Baldwin County, Alabama, on Tuesday morning, Sheriff Huey Hoss Mack said.

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Congressman Al Green Disburses PPE from Local Dentist to Fort Bend County Officials

On Saturday, March 28, 2020, Congressman Al Green distributed gloves, wipes, and surgical masks provided by a local dental office to Fort Bend County officials, who have been combatting COVID-19 with an insufficient supply of personal protective equipment (PPE). Congressman Green released the following statement:

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Harris County Reports Second Death Related to COVID-19

Health authorities urge residents to stay home and social distance

It is with great sadness that Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is reporting the second COVID-19 related death of a resident in Harris County (outside the City of Houston). The woman, between the ages of 50-60 years old, lived in the northwest quadrant of Harris County. She had known exposure to a confirmed COVID-19 case and had underlying health issues. She was tested positive with COVID-19 after death and Harris County Institute of Forensic Science determined her primary cause of death as COVID-19.

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Best Unkept Secret

Texans Sign Undrafted Free Agent Scottie Phillips

The Houston Texans signed undrafted free agent running back Scottie Phillips at the conclusion of the 2020 NFL Draft. The former Ole Miss standout will be a steal if he can contribute on special teams while learning the Tim Kelly led offense.

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Award-Winning Writer’s Book a Unique Approach to Fun-Learning

Local Houston author Eva K. Pickens brings a fresh approach to fun-learning through a creative new book titled, Write/Right Your Own Story, which allows readers to participate in the production of their own personal masterpiece. The book is loaded throughout with interactive, fun and exploratory prompts that invites you to write, draw, reflect and engage with family, friends and even strangers if you choose to.

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On Display

Players look to showcase their skills as the team heads closer to making roster cuts.

The Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys prepare to square off tonight in the Governor’s Cup preseason game in Arlington. There are a couple of positions and players you should watch for on the Texans side of the ball.

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Sixteen Year Old Houstonian takes Sock Out Poverty Campaign to New York, NY

Sixteen-year old Houstonian, Princess Jackson is the founder of nonprofit organization Sock Out Poverty, Inc. Jackson is hosting her out of state sock campaign in New York, NY on July 19, 2019 at The Bowery Mission located at 227 Bowery, New York, NY 10002 from 6pm-7pm. She will be passing out new socks to more than 300 homeless men and women housed at the shelter. Her mission is to reduce poverty and restore lives all over the world.

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Inertia Resources Launches New Foundation to Help Local Families in Need Pay Utility Bills

Inertia Resources, Inc., one of the fastest growing energy consulting firms in the country, today announced the launch of the Inertia Foundation, a philanthropic initiative dedicated to assisting low income families with payment of their electric and gas bills.

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Fueled Fashion & Art Gala Showcases Houston’s Energy Industry

Designers will showcase the energy industry through art and fashion.

LF Enterprises announced today that the company will produce the inaugural Fueled Fashion & Art Gala – a fashion runway show, art show and auction to showcase the energy capital.

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JHJ School of Business Corporate Partnership to Train Young Energy Traders

Texas Southern University’s Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ) and Aspect, a leading global provider of cloud commodity trading and risk management solutions, announced a new partnership on October 31. Aspect has provided JHJ with a free subscription to its Commodity Trading and Risk Management (CTRM) software valued at more than $1.7 million. JHJ will use the software to teach best practices to the next generation of energy and commodities traders. Students will use real-world tools and scenarios used by today’s industry professionals.

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Houston Ranks in the Top 15 Best Places to Get Married

Anyone who’s ever organized a wedding knows all too well how difficult and time-consuming the process can be. It’s the reason many couples hire professional event planners to do the heavy lifting. And the cost only adds more stress, with the average couple shelling out over $35,000 for their big day.

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The Open House: With Realtor Falyn Davis

How To Win As A Buyer In A Sellers’ Market

Welcome back to The Open House. Today’s topic is ‘How to win as a buyer in a sellers market’.

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De La Ghetto Shares Latest Project "New Calle" - Latin Superstar Pairs with Aspiring Urban Artist to Create New Street Anthem for Latino Millennials

New Song Available Now on Spotify & Companion Music Video on YouTube

Latin Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter De La Ghetto is excited to announce the release of a special new project called “New Calle” with a brand new song and an accompanying music video.

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Bobby Brown opens up about coping with losing Whitney Houston and his kids

As in his 2009 hit, Every Little Step, Grammy Award winning performer Bobby Brown walks with new new purpose and truth.

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HISD closing community food distribution program

Campus curbside pickup for student meals to continue through end of school year

With just three weeks left in the school year and public health conditions improving across the city, the Houston Independent School District is preparing to shut down its Neighborhood Supersite community food distribution program.

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Texans Rookies Begin Second Phase to Becoming Part of the Process

As the Houston Texans prepare for rookie minicamp this weekend, the only thing the fans and the media will get to see are the rookies in their projected numbers for the season doing walk-throughs and some small drills.

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Jack Harlow Announces the "Come Home the Kids Miss You Tour" Presented by Live Nation with Special Guests City Girls

3x-Grammy Nominated Rapper Returns To The Road • Kicking Off September 6th In Nashville, TN • Sign Up For Presale Access www.Jackharlow.Us/Tour New Album ‘Come Home, Kids Miss You’ Out Everywhere Now Download/Stream

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Bobby Brown says Janet Jackson was 'crush of my life'

Bobby Brown is happily married, but he still sounds a bit smitten with Janet Jackson.

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Back-to-school Sun Protection Tips

Banana Boat sunscreen spray was recalled due to the presence of a cancer-causing chemical, benzene. Several brands of sunscreens have experienced similar recalls in the past due to small levels of harmful chemicals, making some parents think that all sunscreens might be unsafe for children.