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Democratic presidential candidates back off statements of support for Jussie Smollett

Democratic presidential candidates backed off their statements of support for actor Jussie Smollett on Thursday after he was arrested on the suspicion of falsifying a police report, saying he's done a disservice to victims of hate crimes.

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Citywide Initiative: Mayor Turner Announces Inaugural Winners of Evolve Houston's eMobility Microgrants

Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the winners of Evolve Houston’s eMobility Microgrants that will fund electric vehicle and charging infrastructure-related projects in many of Houston’s underserved communities. Mayor Turner was joined by the partners at Shell, NRG, CenterPoint, and the University of Houston who together founded Evolve Houston to ensure that the city is at the forefront of the transition to electric vehicles.

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Urban Houston Network Aims to Diversify Local TV

No cable subscription? No problem! Urban Houston Network (UHN), Houston’s only urban centered television station, is a black-owned and operated television

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Lovell's Food For Thought - One's Legacy

Where are they now?

It is often said that the spirit of an individual lives as long as they live in the memories of those they have impacted. Howard Bern, is one whose spirit burns brightly in my soul. For he often said, "one's legacy to science is not the work that you do, but the people you leave behind." This is a phrase you have heard me say and written about numerous times, and will continue to hear me say and include in my writing so long as I am on this earth. It is almost my hope that this saying will be embedded in the souls of ones I have impacted so long as there is work to be done.

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The shocking downfall of Eric Schneiderman won't help Trump for long

After more than a decade of political service, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman's political demise took less than half a day. But while Schneiderman's many conservative enemies, including Donald Trump Jr., took to social media with barely-disguised glee to slam the AG -- now accused of physical violence against four women -- they should be aware that Schneiderman's successor will likely be another hard-charging liberal.

Make the unvaccinated pay out for their deadly decisions

It's time to stop forcing the vaccinated majority of Americans to accommodate those who refuse to take this simple step -- especially now that at least one Covid-19 vaccine has been fully approved.

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5 Ways to Make Your Coffee Habit Healthier

Is your morning cup of Joe good for you? In short, yes. On its own, coffee – consumed by 64 percent of Americans at least once a day – is packed with health-giving antioxidants. In fact, there’s a myriad of research suggesting that coffee drinkers have an 11 percent lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes than non-drinkers, thanks to ingredients that can affect levels of hormones involved in metabolism.

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Tornadoes in the Southeast are getting worse -- and they're often the deadliest

In recent years, scientists have noticed an increased frequency of tornadoes in the Southeast, carving a deadly path in what's called Dixie Alley.

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Supreme Court again takes no action on DACA, leaving policy in effect for now

The Supreme Court on Tuesday once again did not act on the Trump administration's effort to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, leaving protections for nearly 700,000 undocumented immigrants who came to the US as children in place for at least the next several months.

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PVAMU’s College of Business to launch Doctor of Business Administration degree this fall

Business executives seeking to bolster their analytical and research skills, better leverage big data, or pivot into a career in academia without leaving their day jobs will soon have the opportunity, thanks to a new doctoral program offered at the Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) College of Business (COB).

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The laughing patterns of human infants match those of another species, a new study finds

Laughter transcends all languages -- and now scientists know this spontaneous response is universal across some primate species, too.

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Tornadoes in the Southeast are getting worse and they're often the deadliest

In recent years, scientists have noticed an increased frequency of tornadoes in the Southeast, carving a path of lost property and lives. The widely-known "Tornado Alley" includes the area from central Texas stretching north to Iowa, and from central Kansas and Nebraska east to western Ohio, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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Far-Right School Board Candidates: “We’ll Be Back”

Back in August, I wrote that getting “back-to-school” this year would also mean getting back to fighting far-right attacks on education. The threats included a rising number of efforts to ban books, and the Right’s efforts to take over local school boards.

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Keeping the Dream Alive: UH Events Celebrating MLK's Legacy Throughout January

“We must use time creatively in the knowledge that the time is always right to do right.”

The Alchemy of Beauty: Chef Bottura redefines the right elements

Massimo Bottura knows how to mobilize, but it’s his vision that brings people together. In the Chef’s words “You’ll only see imperfection if you don’t look with poetic eyes.”

Oped by Ben Jealous: Watch the Jan. 6 Hearings: Getting the Truth is the First Step in Holding People Accountable

Some extremely important truth-telling is happening in Washington, D.C. right now.

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Do Trump's Actions Meet the Test of Treason?

Will Donald Trump be held accountable for the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 and what was a multi-layered conspiracy to overturn the results of the presidential election?

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For Too Many Kids Getting Outside Is Easier Said Than Done

Last week, after a restful Thanksgiving, my family made a deliberate choice to #OptOutside on Friday. #OptOutside is a growing movement in which participating organizations and companies close their doors on Black Friday, give their employees a paid day off, and encourage all of us to embrace the serenity of nature instead of succumbing to the frenzy of Black Friday shopping. I’m an outdoors enthusiast, from a long line of outdoors enthusiasts.

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The Dirty Truth about Utility Companies’ Clean Energy Efforts

Imagine telling your boss that you’ll complete less than half of the work that’s needed, getting almost nothing done over 12 months, then asking for a raise.