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Trump Finally Signs Russia Sanctions Bill But Still Lacks Coherent Foreign Policy
Jackson Lee: “Rather than advancing and protecting America’s interests, Mr. Trump seems more concerned with not upsetting Moscow.”
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Celebrates 52nd Anniversary of Medicare And Medicaid
Jackson Lee: “Over more than five decades, Medicare and Medicaid have saved countless lives and provided health security to millions of seniors and vulnerable children.”
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The Wealthy Republican Donor at the Center of Explosive Fox News Lawsuit
A stunning new lawsuit filed against Fox News has placed the spotlight on a wealthy Republican donor.
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Lee Garrett was Put in the Hot Seat on 'Bachelorette: The Men Tell All' Reunion
One contestant found himself on the hot seat on Monday night during "The Bachelorette 2017: The Men Tell All."
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One contestant found himself on the hot seat on Monday night during "The Bachelorette 2017: The Men Tell All." Pictured is Chris Harrison (left), Lee …
Published on August 2, 2017
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Hot Car Deaths Reach Record Numbers in July
As of July 31, the number of children across the United States who have died of heatstroke when left in hot cars was at a record high. This year, 29 children have died of heatstroke after being left in a vehicle. That's more than at this point in previous years, according to Jan Null, a certified consulting meteorologist with the Department of Meteorology & Climate Science at San Jose State University. And 11 of those deaths were reported in the past week alone.
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"Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life" Available on DVD and Digital November 28, 2017
We take you back to the nostalgic Stars Hollow for the ultimate revival of the adored series, Gilmore Girls. The coffee-loving, fast-talking, mother and daughter duo are back just as you remembered them as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) releases Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life on DVD on November 28, 2017. Take a stroll down memory lane with four 90-minute seasonal chapters, directed, written, and executive produced by series creator Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino. Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life will be priced to own on DVD at $24.98 SRP. The limited series will also be available to own on Digital on November 28, 2017.
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R&B Crooner Tay Bell’s “2 Dozen Roses” Available Now on Tidal, Apple Music, Spotify and More
Singer and songwriter Tay Bell is R&B’s rising star. Though, Bell has already had success penning for artists such as Ashanti, Mario, Jamie Foxx and more, he is ready to reveal himself to the world as a solo artist. Tay’s latest EP Chivalry Sessions has been a major success. The EP was released earlier this year and has resulted in over 4,000 downloads and performances throughout the country.
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Family Members of South Carolina Church Shooting Support Independent Film “Broken”
Surviving family members of victims from the Emanuel AME South Carolina Church shooting have spoken out in support of a short independent film entitled “Broken” produced and written by La Trycee Fowler. She also stars in the film.
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Comedian and Actress Loni Love Traces Her African Roots to Nigeria With AfricanAncestry.com
Comedian and Actress Loni Love traced her African roots using DNA to Nigeria along with Raj Register, Multicultural Communications Manager of Ford and Lincoln Motor Company, whose roots traced to Cameroon in New Orleans, Saturday, July 1.
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Congressional Investigation Into Wasserman Schultz IT Scandal Moves Forward
"Congress is advancing an investigation into a growing scandal surrounding IT staffers working for Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D., Fla.), who are accused of stealing sensitive computer equipment from House lawmakers' offices, according to senior congressional sources who told the Washington Free Beacon the Democratic leader's refusal to answer questions could "merit resignation."
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A Coherent Foreign Policy Does Not Exist With The Trump White House
Jackson Lee: “The President needs to stand up to Putin and sign the Sanctions Bill now.”
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Magic Theatre Remembers Sam Shepard
Pulitzer Prize-winning Playwright Sam Shepard passed away on Thursday, July 27 of complications from ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Shepard spent a decade as playwright-in-residence at San Francisco’s Magic Theatre, where he premiered his masterworks Buried Child (Pulitzer Prize for Drama, 1979), True West (1980), and Fool for Love (1983, starring Ed Harris and Kathy Baker). Shepard returned to Magic in 2000 to direct the world premiere of his new work The Late Henry Moss, starring Sean Penn, Woody Harrelson, and Cheech Marin.
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City Council Approves 5 New Houston First Board Members, Reappoints 3
The Houston First Corporation is pleased to welcome the following new members to its board of directors: Sofia Adrogué, senior counsel at Gray Reed; Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, director of local relations at CenterPoint Energy; Ryan Martin, associate at Vinson & Elkins; Jay Tatum, principal architect at HOK and Jay Zeidman, managing director of Resolute Venture Partners.
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The Houston First Corporation welcomes the following new members to its board of directors: Sofia Adrogué, Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, Ryan Martin, Jay Tatum, and Jay …
Published on August 2, 2017
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Inciting Violence Is Never A Joke
Jackson Lee: “Inciting violence is never a joke or funny, and the President’s remarks to members of law enforcement encouraging them to mistreat individuals in their care has offended most of the audience.”
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Woman Wanted for Allegedly Killing Husband Found with Another Woman
Houston Police are searching for 49-year-old Debra Davis for questioning in association with the death of her husband. Allegedly Davis shot and killed her husband after finding him with another woman.
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In a Nutshell, Human Error (and peanut butter) Caused Alabama Jailbreak
Authorities in Alabama have finally put the lid on an unusual jailbreak. A dozen inmates at the Walker County Jail in Jasper made a run for it on Sunday night. Most were quickly caught.
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Rice 360˚ Neonatal Technology Meets Development Grand Challenge
NEST 360˚ jaundice diagnostic device wins grant for continued development
NEST 360˚, a Rice University-affiliated international team working to end preventable newborn deaths in Africa, got a boost when one of its life-saving neonatal technologies won funding support.
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Texas Black Women’s Expo Welcomes Ashley Turner, Houston’s First Daughter
With Speed Networking Breakfast, EMI Awards Reception, “Black Fashion Week”, Children’s Beauty Pageant, workshops and more!
Visionary Business Owner and Trichologist, Leola Anifowoshe, is proud to announce the inaugural Texas Black Women’s Expo (TBWe) on Saturday, August 12, 2017, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the NRG Center. City of Houston’s First Daughter, Ashley Turner will serve as this year's Honorary Chair and will do the honors and host the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the Expo. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, attendees will have the opportunity to see, hear and experience direct economic empowerment through prominent and influential individuals from all over the world.
