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AFL-CIO Sues OSHA for Emergency Temporary Standard to Protect Workers
This morning, the AFL-CIO filed a petition for a writ of mandamus in the U.S. Court of Appeals to compel the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to issue an emergency temporary standard (ETS) protecting U.S. workers against the coronavirus.
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Just Mercy Pre-Reception in Atlanta with Film Star Karan Kendrick
Prior to the HBCU screening of Just Mercy, film star and Georgia native, Spelman graduate and AKA, Karan Kendrick, hosted a lovely pre-reception mixer for members of the Equal Justice Initiative and various HBCU leaders and students.
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Governor Abbott Gives Update On State Efforts To Provide Water, Resources Across Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in San Antonio where he provided an update on the state's efforts to provide water and other resources to Texans across the state. The Governor's press conference was held at Port San Antonio, where members of the National Guard are currently unloading water and other resources to distribute to communities in Texas.
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Jake Tapper to interview Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in first joint interview since winning election
CNN's Jake Tapper will interview President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on Thursday in their first joint interview since winning the election, the network announced Tuesday.
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Former Honduran president pleads not guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearm charges
Former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández on Tuesday pleaded not guilty in US court to federal drug trafficking and firearms possession charges.
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Sarah McBride announces bid to become first transgender member of Congress
State Sen. Sarah McBride announced on Monday her bid for Delaware’s at-large seat, a race that would make her the country’s first out transgender member of Congress, should she win.
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Texas-based Touchstone Communities Celebrates Award Winners for Administrator and Director of Nursing of the Year
Texas Health Care Association has awarded Sherrel Charlton from The Heights on Valley Ranch in Porter Administrator of the Year and Javier Perez Cortez from Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care in Laredo Director of Nursing (DON) of the Year.
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Drew Barrymore ‘deeply apologizes’ to the Writers Guild of America in an emotional video
Drew Barrymore is apologizing to television and film writers over her decision to resume production on her talk show as members of the Writers Guild of America remain on strike.
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Klein Collins High School Alumna Alex McBride Nominated by Television Academy for 42nd College Television Awards
Alex McBride, an alumna of Klein Collins High School in Spring, Texas, has been nominated for the Television Academy Foundation’s 42nd College Television Awards—a national competition.
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US proposes ‘temporary ceasefire’ in Gaza in draft UN resolution
The United States has proposed a United Nations Security Council draft resolution on Gaza calling for a temporary ceasefire in Israel’s war against Hamas and warning against an Israeli ground incursion into Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians have fled over the course of the conflict.
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Why pancreatic cancer is so deadly
Pancreatic cancer is the third-leading cause of death from cancer in the United States, after lung and colorectal cancers
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5 things for August 13: Unite the Right, Omarosa, Richard Russell
What is it like to train to be a Border Patrol agent in the age of Trump? Find out as we take you inside Border Patrol Academy. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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The Financial Checklist: Tools and Strategies for Securing Your Finances After a Natural Disaster
The nation has been watching in disbelief as Hurricane Harvey put over 32,000 residents in Texas shelters and damaged over 40,000 homes, and our hearts go out to those affected by the storms and flooding in Texas. We wanted to lend our expertise by putting together a list of basic but crucial steps for survivors to take in order to gain a stable
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Shootout between Texas school gunman and deputies lasted 25 minutes
The gunfire tearing through Santa Fe High School didn't stop for half an hour. And during that time, Texas deputies were in a 25-minute shootout with the gunman, authorities said.
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We Must Rescue And Rebuild Puerto Rico
What obligations do we owe one to another as Americans? What does patriotism and citizenship mean in practice? Hurricane Maria's devastation of Puerto Rico has posed these questions. Americans should be dissatisfied with the way our federal government has responded.
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Tomar and the FCs announce 'Rise Above' album release show featuring a Stax Records tribute, Feb. 1
Austin-based soul band Tomar and the FCs are thrilled to announce the details of their “Rise Above” official album release show, taking place Saturday, Feb. 1 at Antone’s Nightclub, located at 305 E. Fifth St, Austin, Texas 78701. The release show, presented by KUTX, will open with a tribute to Stax Records featuring performances by Kevin Russell (Shinyribs), The Watters, Sheree Smith, Soul Man Sam and Courtney Santana. Doors are at 9 p.m. The Stax Records Tribute will take place 10 - 11:15 p.m. and Tomar and the FCs will play from 11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance here.
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HISD Helping Hands
As we navigate uncharted territory with the impact of COVID-19, HISD is fully committed to supporting our students and families in need.
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Newest Texan Ross Blacklock Learned Life Lessons From An African American Pioneer, His Dad
As the cameras began to roll in the home of TCU defensive lineman Ross Blacklock, sitting to his left was an older gentleman whose demeanor expressed that of a person who never rattles under pressure and always seems to have control of every situation. That man was former University of Texas basketball star Jimmy Blacklock , his dad.
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The role of an unexpected savior is not new to Tyler Perry
In an interview filled with one bombshell after another, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry revealed their fears and struggles with racism in the royal family. But one unlikely hero emerged in the saga: Tyler Perry.
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards $4.8 Million in Recreational Trail Grants to Texas Communities
During Thursday’s meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $4.8 million dollars in grants funding 17 motorized and non-motorized recreational trail-related projects across the state.
