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Henry Adaso Joins United Way of Greater Houston as Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications
Henry Adaso ,17-year marketing and communications professional, joins the United Way of Greater Houston as Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications.
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Who is Fani Willis, the Atlanta prosecutor expected to seek charges over Trump’s 2020 election subversion bid?
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who has not shied away from prosecuting high-profile cases, has reemerged in the spotlight amid news that her office is expected to seek to charge more than a dozen individuals regarding efforts by Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia.
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Exclusive: Georgia prosecutors have messages showing Trump’s team is behind voting system breach
Atlanta-area prosecutors investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia are in possession of text messages and emails directly connecting members of Donald Trump’s legal team to the early January 2021 voting system breach in Coffee County, sources tell CNN.
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Biden administration releases ‘legal resources’ for colleges in response to Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision
The Biden administration is releasing new guidance and “legal resources” for colleges and universities that want to ensure student diversity in the admissions proce
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Harris County Unveils PROSPERS: A Visionary Roadmap to Prosperity
Commissioners Rodney Ellis and Lesley Briones Champion Comprehensive Initiatives for an Inclusive, Thriving Future.
In an inspiring leap forward, Harris County Commissioners Rodney Ellis and Lesley Briones have taken a remarkable step towards realizing the American dream for every citizen. This Thursday, they will proudly launch Harris PROSPERS, an ambitious and comprehensive roadmap designed to make sure everyone in the county has a home, a stable job, and the essential pillars to create a fulfilling life.
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Commissioner Lesley Briones
Published on August 11, 2023
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Commissioner Rodney Ellis
Published on August 11, 2023
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Harris County DA's Office: Former HISD Secretary to Pay Restitution for Embezzlement, Small Fire
A former secretary at a Houston Independent School District elementary school pleaded guilty this week to stealing about $35,000 in school activity funds and will pay the money back, as well as paying to repair damage from a small fire that she set to divert attention, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Commissioner Lesley Briones Establishes Precinct4Forward
New nonprofit will accelerate progress in Precinct 4
In a unanimous vote Tuesday, Harris County Commissioners approved the creation of Precinct4Forward, a nonprofit organization that will bring community partners together to improve the quality of life of Harris County Precinct 4’s 1.2 million residents.
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What to know when your child starts school during a deadly heat wave
Millions of children are heading to school in August during the worst heat wave in recorded human history.
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How Eurodance parody ‘Planet of the Bass’ became the song of the summer
“EVERYBODY MOOOOOVEMENT!” Eurodance maybe wasn’t due for a comeback for another few decades. But “Planet of the Bass,” a Eurodance parody track that’s become a TikTok hit and a legitimate banger in its own right, makes a compelling case for a return to a more innocent, synth-heavy time.
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Biden approves Hawaii disaster declaration
President Joe Biden has approved a disaster declaration for Hawaii and “ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires,” according to the White House.
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These factors are making it hard to combat the deadly Maui wildfires
The wind-whipped fires in Maui spread swiftly and created a deadly tinderbox, overwhelming residents and local officials in one of the nation’s deadliest wildfires.
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Maui’s economy was recovering from the pandemic. Wildfires are dealing a shattering blow
The catastrophic wildfires in Maui have destroyed homes, churches, businesses and key cultural sites on Hawaii’s second-largest island. At least 36 people have died.
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Ecuador presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio assassinated at campaign event
A candidate in Ecuador’s upcoming presidential election, Fernando Villavicencio, was assassinated at a campaign event in the capital Wednesday as a deadly escalation of violence and crime grips the South American country.
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What we know about the 16 fake electors charged in Michigan
State prosecutors in Michigan announced criminal charges in July against the 16 Republicans who served as fake electors in 2020, a watershed moment in the still-ongoing federal and state investigations into the 2020 election aftermath.
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Navigating the Depths of Depression: Understanding Clinical Depression and Seeking Support
Depressive episodes can be triggered by various life events, such as job loss, the death of a loved one, or financial struggles. Nobody is immune to these challenges, and while some emerge from depression more easily, others may require extended assistance. This is where professional help comes into play.
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Opens Up About Clinical Depression and the Path to Recovery
Over 21 million Americans are grappling with clinical depression, and among them is Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo. In an open letter to Harris County residents, she revealed her diagnosis and her decision to take a leave of absence for treatment. Hidalgo's message underscores the necessity of treating mental health conditions with the same importance as physical ailments. .She emphasizes that the long-standing stigma surrounding mental health has stopped individuals from seeking the essential help they need.
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Gilbert Garcia and supporters
Published on August 10, 2023
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Unlikely Allies and Uncomfortably Large Coalitions
“Spend your energy figuring out what’s the one thing that you can agree on with a political foe,” Gen. Colin Powell told me years ago. “Figure that out and you can get a lot done.”
