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Dr. Thomas F. Freeman Receives Congressional Black Caucus Phoenix Award

U.S. Congress Recognizes 98-Year Old Thomas F. Freeman

Dr. Thomas F. Freeman, iconic TSU professor and Debate Team head coach emeritus, received the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) highest honor on September 23 in Washington DC.

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PVAMU Police to host surprise birthday parade for 7-year-old in Magnolia

Mom hopes to lift the spirits of her son, who wants to be an officer when he “gets big.”

Kim Browning is a mom who is challenged with how to celebrate her son Jackson’s 7th birthday during a global pandemic. He loves all things baseball and transformers, and he also adores police.

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Former Disney star joins White House press team

The White House press office is getting a bit more Sunshine these days -- former Disney Channel star Caroline Sunshine, that is. She's joining the team as a press assistant.

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“We Got All Four”

“We got all four. We got all four,” was the rally cry that rang out around the world by protestors in Minneapolis, Minnesota as the four former officers involved in the death of George Floyd were finally arrested and charged with his murder. Derek Chauvin, Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane are all in custody awaiting trial.

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Four Arrested After Man And Woman Were Tied Up, Robbed

Police say that four suspects forced their way into an apartment in the 1500 block of Katy Gap Rd. in West Harris County on Friday night. The suspects were allegedly armed with a handgun and an AR-15 rifle.

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Harris County Attorney – Christian D. Menefee Launches Civil Investigation Into ERCOT and Related Agencies

Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee announced today his office is launching a civil investigation into the circumstances leading up to Texas’s recent electricity disaster—including decisions made by the Public Utility Commission (PUC), the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), and market participants—to identify all responsible parties.

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The US loses two icons of the civil rights movement in one day

Two towering figures of the American civil rights movement died Friday, a major loss for a nation still grappling with protests and demands for racial equality decades later.

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Michael Cohen must be making Donald Trump very nervous right about now

On Saturday night, Michael Cohen broke his silence -- in a way that has to make President Donald Trump very, very nervous. "My wife, my daughter and my son have my first loyalty and always will," Cohen told ABC's George Stephanopoulos. "I put family and country first."

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DeSantis signs bill to defund DEI programs at Florida public colleges

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed legislation to defund diversity, equity and inclusion programs at all state universities, which he called a "distraction from the core mission."

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2nd Annual Black History Cultural Explosion features Fisk Jubilee Singers

The Jackson State University College of Liberal Arts and the Institute for Social Justice and Race Relations present the 2nd annual Black History Cultural Explosion on Tuesday, Feb. 14. The slate of events will include a performance by the Fisk Jubilee Singers from Fisk University in their first performance in the capital city.

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Daniel Craig explains why 'No Time to Die' is best experienced in a theater

Daniel Craig knows that with all the global challenges of the pandemic, "everything has to be put in perspective." That includes Hollywood blockbusters like his final Jame Bond film, "No Time to Die."

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Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir presents “On this Day Earth Shall Ring – Christmas at the Villa” holiday concerts Dec. 10 and Dec. 11

The Choir returns to Villa de Matel for four concerts with guests Treble Choir of Houston and Marc Garvin

The Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir, under the direction of Robert Simpson, presents “On this Day Earth Shall Ring – Christmas at the Villa” Saturday, Dec. 10 and Sunday, Dec. 11.

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City of Houston welcomes visitors and encourages safety for College Football Playoff National Championship events

The City of Houston welcomes football fans and visitors to the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship events and encourages all attending to stay informed and stay safe.

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What Does It Mean To Die Of 'Natural Causes?'

The answers are more complicated than the simple, common phrase would lead many to believe, and they even have legal ramifications.

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Who is Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei?

As he spent decades building one of the biggest tech companies on the planet, Ren Zhengfei kept a low public profile.

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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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5 Things for Monday, June 5: London Attacks, Manchester Concert, Portland Protests

There are fast-moving developments coming out of London on Monday morning, so let's get right to what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Carol Burnett: An Evening of Laughter and Reflection Where the Audience Asks Questions

Carol Burnett, award-winning actress and best-selling author, is widely recognized by the public and her peers for her work on stage and screen, most notably The Carol Burnett Show. Named in 2007 by TIME magazine as one of "100 Best Television Shows of All Time," The Carol Burnett Show ran for 11 years, averaged 30 million viewers per week, and received 25 Emmy Awards, making it one of the most honored shows in television history.

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Cardi B deactivates Instagram account after Grammys, Nicki Minaj, BET drama

Cardi B should have been celebrating after becoming the first solo woman to win the Grammy for best rap album.

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BLACK LEADERS APPLAUD CURRICULUM REVISIONS TO AP AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES COURSE

Concerned Communities for America: "An African American Studies course is vital to include in the Advanced Placement curriculum available to America's high school students"

Today, Concerned Communities for America (CCA) applauded the College Board for agreeing to revise its Advanced Placement African American Studies curriculum in response to objections raised by the Florida Department of Education, with the following statement from CCA board chairman E.W. Jackson: