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J.J. Watt, defense dig deep in overtime win
As he answered questions at his post-game press conference, J.J. Watt looked exhausted. The Texans had secured a physically and mentally draining 37-34 overtime win in Indianapolis, a hard-fought, first win of the 2018 regular season.
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Flake confronted by two female protesters after announcing he'll back Kavanaugh
Sen. Jeff Flake, minutes after he announced he will support Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, was confronted at the US Capitol Friday morning by two women who say they are sexual assault survivors.
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Sen. Jeff Flake, minutes after he announced he will support Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, was confronted at the US Capitol Friday morning by two …
Published on September 28, 2018
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Kavanaugh nomination advances amid Flake's call for FBI probe, Senate vote delay
The Senate could be forced to delay a vote on Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation after Republican Sen. Jeff Flake called for up to a one-week delay so the FBI can investigate sexual assault allegations facing President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee.
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Wine, Women and Words
Wine, Women and Words was the talk of the town on Wednesday, September 26, 2018, as Houston philanthropists dashed to M Penner, the city’s ultimate destination for luxury labels, for a wine dinner and conversation. Fashionable ladies chatted and helped raise funds to support Houston Aphasia Recovery Center (HARC), Houston’s premier resource for those whose lives are affected by aphasia.
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H-E-B To Hire Nearly 1,000 People Across Greater Houston - Just in Time for the Holidays
Hiring continues at one of Texas’ best places to work
In anticipation of the holidays, H-E-B, one of the nation’s leading independent food retailers and the largest private employer in Texas, is hiring nearly 1,000 people for in-store positions across the greater Houston area. The openings range from hourly to full-time management positions. Eligible employees receive benefits, employee discounts, paid time off, 401K and Partner Stock Plans, scholarship opportunities and more.
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Houston Introduces Faith-Based Film into the Market to Break All Social Boundaries
Educating through Entertainment with American Black Film Festival Nominee Canal Street Movie”
It’s common to bypass convicts who claim “it wasn’t me” and deem it as an expression used to escape their consequences. However, more often those words are a cry for help, which typically goes unnoticed. Filmmaker Rhyan LaMarr addresses social injustices and wrongful convictions by introducing faith-driven film “Canal Street,” a movie crossing economic, racial, religious and social boundaries to get at the broken heart of modern America.
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Sunnyside resident’s efforts prompt major facelift for neighborhood park tennis courts
City and tennis groups celebrate ribbon cutting at Sunnyside Park
-Rebecca Williams planned to play softball at Jack Yates High School but found her sports niche in tennis when she signed up for the free Houston Tennis Association National Junior Tennis & Learning summer enrichment program at Houston Parks and Recreation Department’s Sunnyside Park.
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New Kids Heart ChallengeImage marks American Heart Association’s
Students will jump rope, shoot hoops, dance or scramble through obstacle courses on their way to heart health while raising money for scientific research and outreach programs
Students in elementary schools across Greater Houston and around the country have a new way to move their bodies toward heart health, earn benefits for their schools and give back to their community this school year. The American Heart Association today announced details of its new Kids Heart Challenge™, which includes jump rope, basketball, dance and warrior (obstacle course) components. The Kids Heart Challenge™ marks the Association’s 40th year working in schools and meets the changing needs of today’s youth and educators by preparing kids for success through physical and emotional well-being.
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Commissioner Ellis Commends Metro Board for Approving Disparity Study
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Thursday applauded Metro board’s vote to issue a request for proposal to conduct a disparity study, the first step necessary for the transit agency to create a minority- and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) program.
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Homeowner Bill of Rights: Protecting Families from Life’s Financial Storms
In recent weeks, multiple news sources have reported on the 10-year anniversary since the onset of the nation’s foreclosure crisis. Between 2007 and 2011, 10.9 million homes went into foreclosure, with 8 million completing that process. Additionally, $1.95 trillion in lost property value affected both families who lost their homes to foreclosure, as well as their nearby neighbors who remained in their homes.
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Following Jean Killing, Dallas Chief Outlines Department Reforms
Dallas Police Chief U. Renee Hall intends to significantly change Dallas Police Department procedures for police shootings and supports strengthening Dallas' citizens review board.
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Sickle Cell Trait Tied to Higher Kidney Failure Risk for Blacks
Black people with a trait for sickle cell anemia appear to have double the risk of kidney failure that requires dialysis, a new research suggests.
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Florida Democrat says he'll 'vote no' on Brett Kavanaugh
Florida Sen. Bill Nelson -- a Democrat in a state that President Donald Trump won in 2016 -- announced Friday morning that he was not going to vote to support Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court.
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Florida Sen. Bill Nelson -- a Democrat in a state that President Donald Trump won in 2016 -- announced Friday morning that he was not …
Published on September 28, 2018
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School Resource Officer creates special bond with student
School Resource Officers make campuses safer for our children and like teachers, they have the chance to touch the lives of the kids around them. Many SROs at Baldwin County schools are new to the job, but are already making connections. One in particular is doing so in a way you might not expect.
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Some sexual assault survivors were empowered by Christine Blasey Ford's testimony yet others re-traumatized
The heart-wrenching testimony of Christine Blasey Ford on Thursday prompted a visceral reaction that played out both on television and online. People shared their own stories of sexual assault on social media, while some called in to C-SPAN to do the same. And while it was clear that Ford's story empowered some survivors to share, other victims felt re-traumatized.
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After a wrenching day, Judiciary Committee to vote on Kavanaugh at 1:30 p.m. ET
The Senate Judiciary Committee is once again the scene of a national drama Friday as its members prepare to vote on President Donald Trump's embattled Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
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These Republican governors want Senate to delay vote on Kavanaugh
Several Republican governors are calling for an independent investigation into the allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and said the Senate should hold off on a vote.
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter Kicks Off 90th Anniversary Celebration
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated have been caretakers of their community. In the Houston area, the members of the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter have been addressing the needs and issues of their surrounding area for 90 years making lasting impacts that affect the lives of individuals and families. Now the ladies are celebrating the legacy of their sisterhood and their service to Houston with a four-month celebration of activities leading to the grand finale, the 90th Anniversary Gala on December 15th.
