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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Calls for an Investigation and Full Assessment of Security in Airplane Cockpits, on The Apron and Runways of our Nation’s Airports

Jackson Lee— “We must investigate and fully assess our security measures involving the cockpit of airplanes parked at our nation’s airports”

From Page to Stage—Houston Grand Opera Presents World Premiere of The Snowy Day this December

HGO creates 71st world premiere with new opera based on the beloved children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats

Houston Grand Opera presents the highly anticipated world premiere of The Snowy Day December 9th through 19th at Houston’s Wortham Theater Center. Created by composer Joel Thompson and librettist Andrea Davis Pinkney, The Snowy Day is based on the classic children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats.

From Page to Stage—Houston Grand Opera Presents World Premiere of The Snowy Day this December

HGO creates 71st world premiere with new opera based on the beloved children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats

Houston Grand Opera presents the highly anticipated world premiere of The Snowy Day December 9th through 19th at Houston’s Wortham Theater Center. Created by composer Joel Thompson and librettist Andrea Davis Pinkney, The Snowy Day is based on the classic children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats.

Houston Legal Community Bands Together To Form Evictions Assisitance Coalition

Federal CARES Act Eviction Protection Expired July 26th

The Houston Bar Association (HBA) is collaborating with Houston Volunteer Lawyers; Houston Lawyer Referral Service; Dispute Resolution Center; Lone Star Legal Aid; South Texas College of Law Houston; Thurgood Marshall School of Law Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy, Inc; and University of Houston Law Center to respond to the Houston evictions crisis. Greater Houston Area residents needing legal assistance regarding an eviction are invited to visit HBA.org/Evictions for information on free legal representation for low-in- come persons, a self-representation tool kit, mediation, lawyer referrals and more.

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Houston Launches Staycation Campaign

Houston First Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the Do Something New, #Explore HOU staycation campaign, inviting locals to unwind, relax, and enjoy the perks of vacation without the concern of travel.

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METRONext Public Meetings Underway

METRO Requests Public Input on Draft Regional Transit Plan

We asked, you spoke, we listened. Now METRO is giving you a look at the draft regional transit plan. The $7.5 billion Moving Forward Plan was designed with the public's input. Today in downtown Houston, the Authority held the second of its 2019 public meetings. Dozens of downtown workers and other community stakeholders attended.

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NAACP Statement On Confirmation of Gorsuch

NAACP President and CEO Cornell William Brooks issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the United States Supreme Court.

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It’s Getting Nasty: How Sickness Is Spreading Across Houston

Today, a simple cough can clear a room. With the rise of positive COVID cases, Houston streets are getting nasty. People have become less concerned about wearing masks and social distancing. Many Houstonians have a false sense of security that the COVID vaccine is the ultimate protection against the coronavirus. Although the vaccine does provide protection against getting the virus, it does not mean a vaccinated individual can’t get COVID. The vaccine can lessen the severity of symptoms. People must continue practicing safety precautions, especially in a population where there are so many unvaccinated individuals.

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Houston Police Chief Debates SB4 At Latino Town Hall

Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo and political party leaders clashed over Texas’s anti-sanctuary city law at a town hall assembled by Houston Public Media partnering with Univision. Panelists debated current state and federal policies that affect the Houston Latino community, including SB4, also known as the “sanctuary cities” bill, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

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Prepared Remarks by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to Bethune-Cookman University’s 2017 Spring Commencement

Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos delivered her first commencement address as Secretary to Bethune-Cookman University’s class of 2017 in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Secretary was awarded a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa by B-CU president Dr. Edison O. Jackson.

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Houston Workers Gained Back 10.3% of Their Work Week by Working From Home

Prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, commuting was a daily habit for most American workers. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Americans spent an average of 4.5 hours per week on their commute in 2018. Although the amount of time that the average person spent commuting had been steadily increasing, the predominant shift to remote work in 2020 is reversing this trend—possibly for the long-term.

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2 snowshoers and their dog killed in avalanche in area of Hoosier Pass in Summit County

Two snowshoers and their dog were found dead after being buried and killed by an avalanche Saturday near North Star Mountain, northwest of Hoosier Pass, Colorado Avalanche Information Center confirmed Sunday night.

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Tour de Houston Unveils Thrilling Plans for 17th Annual Ride

Mayor John Whitmire and Apache Corporation Set the Stage for an Unforgettable Cycling Experience

Calling all cycling enthusiasts and city explorers! Join us for an exhilarating press conference featuring Mayor John Whitmire and Apache Corporation as they unveil exciting plans for the city's beloved annual bike ride, Tour de Houston presented by Apache Corporation. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable journey through Houston's vibrant communities, scenic districts, and picturesque parks, all while supporting the city's Re-Plant Houston Program managed by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.

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Fourth Annual Houston Black Heritage Music & Arts Festival

This year's fourth annual Houston Black Heritage Music & Arts Festival will be one for the books! Sponsored by The City of Houston, Houston First, Compassion International, The Principal Partnering Group LLC, Silver Eagle and others. The George R. Brown Convention Center will host the 2018 festival in Houston, Texas spanning two days - August 11th and August 12th. Over 50,000 people are expected to be in attendance!

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Thank you, Houston From Mayor Sylvester Turner

THANK YOU, HOUSTON. Being your mayor for the past eight years has been a privilege and a joy of a lifetime. I enjoyed meeting people and creating lasting relationships throughout our diverse neighborhoods.

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Houston Texans’ Jadeveon Clowney Launches New Hat Line, The Clowney Collection

The Houston Texans celebrated the fourth season of the Houston Texans Player Inspired Line featuring The Clowney Collection by Jadeveon Clowney. This year’s collection includes six hats for both men and women. The Clowney Collection by Jadeveon Clowney is currently on sale at the Houston Texans Team Shop at NRG Stadium.

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Serial Entrepreneur Launches Zero to 100K Success Summit to Influence Future Millionaires

Entrepreneurs are reaping the benefits of taking huge career-driven risks in 2018. Teaching new business owners how to make six figures, serial entrepreneur and Drastic Steps Marketing CEO Toni Harris Taylor empowers other chief executive officers and founders financially thrive in their company.

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The Pavilion Ranked No. 3 Outdoor Amphitheater in the World for 2018

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is now ranked third in the top 100 amphitheaters in the world based on the number of tickets sold so far in 2018, according to Pollstar magazine, the concert industry’s leading trade publication. The Pavilion’s ticket sales have totaled 467,620 for concerts between November 23, 2017 and November 21, 2018.

Stafford High School Names 2019 Valedictorian, Salutatorian

In less than four months, Paul Phung and Hira Ahmed will be two of the 54,369 undergraduate students at Texas A&M University in College Station.