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What Every American Should Know About the 2018 Child Tax Credit Changes

The recently amended GOP tax bill has brought about a lot of major changes in the United States' individual tax laws in the 2018 tax year. One of the significant changes is in the Child Tax Credit that would greatly affect parents and guardians with children below 17 years old.

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SWAC postpones fall sports in 2020 with plans to resume in spring 2021

The COVID-19 global pandemic has caused the college sports world to come to a screeching halt and on Monday the Southwestern Athletic Conference was affected when it announced the postponement of all scheduled fall sports along with the SWAC championships. That announcement comes on the heels of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) announcing last Thursday that the league will suspend all sports competition, championship and non-championship segments, for the fall season.

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Travis Scott Figurine Raffle Benefiting RMHC of Greater Houston/Galveston

Houston Area raffle impacts underserved communities in Greater Houston & Galveston

Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of Greater Houston/Galveston is excited to announce a raffle to win Travis Scott action figure #2 as seen in the Travis Scott Meal commercial from McDonald’s. Only 15 of the Travis Scott action figures were made in 2020. Raffle tickets can be purchased for $20 each through 11:59 pm March 2, 2021. Drawing will be held and winner announced on March 4, 2021. The contest is open to any resident of the Greater Houston area aged 18 or older. To buy a ticket, use the QR code at the bottom of this press release or visit rmhcghg.org/cactus-jack.

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Houston Grand Opera Hosts Renowned Tenor Jonas Kaufmann in One Night Only Concert and Gala Event

International Star Jonas Kaufmann Takes the Stage in Texas for the First Time Ever on October 6

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to present An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, a special, one-night event with international tenor Jonas Kaufmann on October 6, 2021, at the Wortham Theater Center. Kaufmann’s highly anticipated HGO debut, and first-ever Houston performance, is the chance of a lifetime for opera lovers.

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Houston Ballet Joins New York City Center's 2021 Fall for Dance Festival Lineup

Houston Ballet announces it will perform during New York City Center’s Fall for Dance Festival this October. Houston Ballet principal dancers Karina González and Connor Walsh will perform excerpts from Stanton Welch AM’s iconic work Sons de L'âme. Originally premiering in Paris in October 2013 and performed globally since, this will be the first time this work graces the stage in New York. The work will be presented in Fall for Dance’s Program 2 on Friday, October 15 and Saturday, October 16 at 8 p.m.

OPINION: Trump Lunged At Secret Service and Steering Wheel When Told He Couldn't Go To Capital On Jan 6th

Cassidy Hutchinson testified during the hearing that she was told that former President Donald Trump became “irate” when informed by security that he would not be going to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, because the situation was not secure.

Jared Kushner is expected to appear before January 6 committee this week

Jared Kushner, son-in-law and former senior adviser to then-President Donald Trump, is expected to appear this week before the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, insurrection, according to a source familiar with the planning.

The Clorox wipes shortage is expected to last into 2021

Clorox, the world's biggest maker of disinfectant cleaning materials, said consumers will continue to see a shortage of its wipes and other products into 2021 because of overwhelming demand during the pandemic.

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HOUSTON TEXANS ANNOUNCE 2021 HOME GAME THEMES

HOUSTON – With the help of Season Ticket Members, Community Partners, Legends and Cheerleaders, the Houston Texans announced today the themes for each home game of the 2021 season.

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2021 Cricket Wireless SWAC Football Championship Relocated

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) has announced that the upcoming 2021 Cricket Wireless SWAC Football Championship presented by Pepsi Zero Sugar initially scheduled to be played on the campus of the highest ranked team at the conclusion of regular season play has been relocated.

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Houston Woman Who Killed 5-Year-Old Boy Sentenced to 52 Years in Prison

The Houston woman who killed 5-year-old Samuel Olson in 2021 was sentenced Wednesday to 52 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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43rd Annual Bric Celebrate Brooklyn Festival Closes Out the 2021 Season with Performances By Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Lady Blackbird and Michelle

Last night, the 43rd annual BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival closed out it’s 2021 season with electrifying performances by New York indie-pop collective MICHELLE, Jazz vocalist Lady Blackbird and NOLA-native Jazz musician Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, at the Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park.

Black Women for Positive Change Announces 2021 Elizabeth Keckley Honorees

Black Women for Positive Change is pleased to announce the Honorees of the 2021 Elizabeth Keckley Awards, an event that honors individuals who have demonstrated lives of public service and dedication to building and expanding the American Black Middle/Working Class. The Keckley Awards are part of the Tenth Annual Month of Families, Non-Violence and Opportunities, October 1-31, 2021. “We are honored to highlight the accomplishments of this year’s honorees. We believe it is important to provide youth and adults with role models in different industries, that they can emulate, as they develop their personal walks of life,” said Honorable Jan Perry, Social Action Chair and Attorney Carthenia Jefferson, Committee Co-Chairs of the Keckley Awards, organized by Black Women for Positive Change.

Nation’s Largest College of Education Celebrates American Education Week with Scholarships for Current and Aspiring Teachers

WGU Texas’ Teachers College provides opportunities to ease tuition costs during national teacher shortage

WGU Texas’ Teachers College will mark the National Education Association’s (NEA) 2021 American Education Week Nov. 15-19 by announcing its WGU Loves Teachers and Become a Teacher scholarship programs, together totaling $6 million, for current and future education professionals who wish to pursue bachelor’s or master’s degree programs in the Teachers College.

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Introducing Issabeau, The Luxury Atelier for Today’s Young Women

When it comes to exceptional quality and style, black-owned and female-founded brand, Issabeau is making its mark in the luxury and formalwear space. The brand was officially launched in 2021 by Nigerian-born Chika Nwokeh as her growing passion crystallized during the pandemic.

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Job openings tumble to lowest point in nearly two years

The number of open jobs in the United States has dropped to the lowest level since May 2021, a reflection of a labor market that is slowly settling back into balance after the Federal Reserve's yearlong campaign to cool off the economy.

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Ayesha Curry Opening "International Smoke" BBQ Restaurant

Ayesha Curry opening new BBQ spot in San Fran.

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Celis Brewery Releases Its First Beers in Cans with Celis

Celis Brewery is now distributing Celis White, the legendary witbier created by Pierre Celis in 1965, packaged in aluminum cans for the first time. Celis White, made with the original Celis recipe and passion for quality, is fully portable just in time for spring and summer outdoor activities.

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Rewarded For Their Performance Two Texans offensive players selected to the 2021 Pro Bowl.

On Monday, Houston Texans T Laremy Tunsil and QB Deshaun Watson were named to the NFL 2021 Pro Bowl. This marks the 17th-consecutive season (2004-20) that the Texans have had at least one player selected to the Pro Bowl.

Grammys 2021 performers will include Taylor Swift, BTS and Billie Eilish

It's official -- Taylor Swift, BTS and Billie Eilish are among those who will be performing at the 2021 Grammys.