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Candidate for Mayor Gilbert Garcia broadcasting Live Radio Show from Andy's in the Heights

Gilbert Garcia, candidate for Mayor of the City of Houston, has been broadcasting a live one- hour radio show for over two years called “A TIP From Gilbert”. The show highlights a wide range of topics including community events, social issues, small businesses, success stories, and many other important subject matters to Houstonians.

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METRO Celebrates New Bus Shelter Artwork in Historic Independence Heights

METRO Board Members and staff along with U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, Houston City Council Member Karla Cisneros and leaders from the Independence Heights neighborhood cut the ribbon on new bus shelters designed in partnership with the community.

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The Alliance’s Kijana Youth Program Receives a $14,000 County Connections Youth Summer Initiative 2023 Grant Award

Refugee and immigrant youth enrichment program awarded grant on behalf of HCDE CASE for Kids

The Alliance’s Kijana Youth Program was recently awarded $14,000 of grant funding from the Center for Afterschool, Summer and Enrichment for Kids, or CASE for Kids, a division of Harris County Department of Education. The County Connections Youth Summer Initiative 2023, funded directly by Harris County, supports non-profit organizations that address the need for youth services during the summer.

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Fort Bend County Judge KP George Spearheads Sensible Gun Safety Talks with County Law Enforcement

Fort Bend County Judge KP George is spearheading a crucial initiative to promote sensible gun safety within the county. Recognizing the significance of balanced dialogue, Judge George, on Wednesday, June 29, organized a discussion with Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton, Fort Bend County Sheriff Eric Fagan, Former Fort Bend County Pct. 3 Constable Wayne Thompson, Mom’s Demand Action Texas Leslie Morrison, Texas Gun Club owner Jason Short, and community members of all ages.

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Houston Texans Announce First Ever Mexican College Football Showcase

Today, the Houston Texans and NFL Mexico, in partnership with Tec de Monterrey and NRG Park, announced the creation of the inaugural Mexican College Football Showcase, which will be held on Friday, Sept. 8 at NRG Stadium.

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.® Strongly Condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's Ruling On Affirmative Action In Higher Education Admissions

The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. strongly condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling which strikes down race-based admissions at colleges and universities. This majority decision overturns decades of legal precedent and will likely have a crippling impact on the racial diversity of colleges and universities for generations to come.

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Congressman Al Green Opposes the U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision on University Admissions

On Thursday, June 29, 2023, Congressman Al Green confirmed his objections to the recent ruling by the Supreme Court to gut affirmative action in higher education. He released the following statement:

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“The Supreme Court Is On The Wrong Side of History”

Today’s Anti-Affirmative Action opinion issued by the U.S Supreme Court is a dark victory for extremists. A departure from the values embodied in our Declaration of Independence and Constitution which supported the executive orders of President Kennedy in March 1961 and President Johnson in September 1965. This ruling declares that all men and women are not created equal and advances the agenda of supremacist ideology. More irreverently, it undermines the sacrifices, lynchings, assassinations, and struggles of those who paid such a high price for freedom and civil rights.

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All the World's A Stage This August at Miller Outdoor Theatre

From Shakespeare to the men of Uptown to Peter Pan there’s romance, adventure and even a tango this August at Miller Outdoor Theatre (MOT). Check out the entire 2023 performance and event calendar and details on how to obtain FREE tickets for the covered seating at milleroutdoortheatre.com. As always, all MOT performances are free and open to the public. Staying home? Remember, many evening performances are livestreamed and available free at the Miller Dream Stream link on the website.

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From Rocks to Riches and Back Again: Acclaimed Restaurateur is Subject of New Book

“I always felt stories like Joe Costanzo’s and The Primadonna Restaurant are so important to tell.” – Rocky Bleier, Former Pittsburgh Steeler

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Solid Waste Management Department Collection and Facility Schedule for July 4th, 2023

Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make residents aware of the collection and facility schedule changes for the upcoming Independence Day federal holiday.

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U.S. Department of Education to Launch Application Process to Expand Federal Pell Grant Access for Individuals Who Are Confined or Incarcerated

The U.S. Department of Education (Department) tomorrow will launch a new process through which institutions of higher education can apply to offer postsecondary programs to confined or incarcerated individuals. For the first time in nearly 30 years, as a result of statutory changes enacted through the FAFSA Simplification Act, individuals enrolled in approved prison education programs (PEPs) will be eligible for Federal Pell Grants outside a limited pilot program known as the Second Chance Pell Experiment. The Department will begin accepting applications on July 3, 2023, and will approve applications on a rolling basis.

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Houston Man Sentenced to 22 Years for Drunken-Driving Crash That Killed 6-Year-Old Stepdaughter

A Houston man was sentenced to 22 years in prison after pleading guilty to felony murder for killing his 6-year-old stepdaughter in a 2021 drunken-driving crash, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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Local universities break down plans to maintain a diverse campus

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected affirmative action in a Thursday ruling. What does that mean for Chicago area institutions of higher education? CBS 2's Tara Molina looked for answers.

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Criminal investigation into Coast Guard Academy revealed years of sexual assault cover-ups, but findings were kept secret

A secret investigation into alleged sexual abuse at the US Coast Guard Academy, the training ground for the Coast Guard’s top officers, uncovered a dark history of rapes, assaults and other serious misconduct being ignored and, at times, covered up by high-ranking officials.

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City of Houston Status Report: Electric Vehicle Implementation Reaches Milestone

The City of Houston recently marked a milestone with the overall implementation of electric vehicles in its municipal fleet despite national supply chain issues and inflationary pressure.

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Mayor Sylvester Turner's Statement on Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Ruling

Please attribute the following statement to Mayor Sylvester Turner.

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Alan Arkin, Oscar-winning actor, dead at 89

Alan Arkin, the Oscar-winning star of “Little Miss Sunshine,” has died, his family announced Friday. He was 89.

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A wandering kangaroo in Kansas City? Kangaroo receiving care after being hit by a car on the interstate

It's not something a Kansas City area animal control officer ever expects to find.

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Supreme Court limits LGBTQ protections with ruling in favor of Christian web designer

The Supreme Court Friday ruled in favor of a Christian web designer in Colorado who refuses to create websites to celebrate same-sex weddings out of religious objections.