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H-E-B Expands 94th Houston Store Presence with Katy Park: A New Era of Grocery Shopping Excellence

H-E-B, the beloved Texas grocery chain, has just opened its doors to the Katy community with a sparkling new store, Katy Park H-E-B, located at 24924 Morton Ranch Drive. As the 94th gem in the Houston area, this 117,000 square foot marvel is a shopping paradise offering a vast array of products and services, making it the go-to destination for quality, variety, and value.

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Houston Firefighter Agreement Secures Historic $650 Million Settlement

Mayor John Whitmire and the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association have announced a groundbreaking deal today, ending an eight-year impasse and paving the way for a new era of collaboration and stability in the city. The $650 million settlement resolves longstanding pay issues dating back to 2017 and ensures a five-year contract moving forward, marking a significant milestone in Houston's history.

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Urban South Brewery's Fourth Year Anniversary Celebration

Urban South Brewery Houston is gearing up for a jubilant affair as they prepare to mark their fourth year in the brewing scene. From Friday, April 5 through Sunday, April 7, the HTX Taproom will be abuzz with festivities starting at 11 AM each day, promising a weekend filled with live music, delectable food, engaging activities, and a bustling vendor market.

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Lotus Seafood Delights Houston with Lowered Crawfish Prices

Attention, Houston seafood enthusiasts! Your go-to destination for the finest Cajun crawfish, Lotus Seafood, announces a delectable price drop—crawfish are now more affordable than ever! Effective today, March 13, 2024, experience the joy of Cajun flavors for only $9 per pound, a significant decrease from the citywide average of $10 to $14.

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Electrifying Unity: Leading Automakers Rally Behind Tesla's NACS, Sparking a Charging Revolution

The electric vehicle (EV) landscape is undergoing a monumental transformation, promising a greener, more connected future. As we pivot towards sustainability, several automotive giants are aligning with Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS), heralding a new era of compatibility and convenience in EV charging.

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Houston Steps Towards Transparency: Mayor Whitmire Empowers Independent Police Review

In a landmark move, Houston's Mayor John Whitmire reinforces his commitment to transparency and justice by inaugurating the Independent Review Committee for the Houston Police Department (HPD). The committee's mission is to dissect and evaluate suspended incident reports, offering a beacon of hope for victims seeking closure since 2016.

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Empowering a Legacy: Tyra Banks Headlines TWEF's 20th Anniversary 'Men Who EmpowerHer' VIP Reception

Join the Texas Women's Empowerment Foundation (TWEF) in celebrating a milestone—the 20th Anniversary of advocating for and fostering women's leadership and empowerment. In honor of this significant occasion, we are excited to invite you to the "2024 Men Who EmpowerHer Connect VIP Reception." This premier event will take place on Monday, April 22, 2024, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am at the Hotel Zaza Museum District, an emblem of luxury and sophistication located at 5701 Main St, Houston, TX.

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Shannon Sharpe, NFL Icon and Broadcast Star, to Illuminate Texas Black Expo 2024 with Keynote Address

In an extraordinary coupling of sports excellence and entrepreneurial spirit, the Texas Black Expo (TBE) is delighted to herald Shannon Sharpe, NFL Hall of Famer and esteemed broadcaster, as the keynote luminary at its prestigious Corporate Awards Luncheon.

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Rivian Electrifies the Compact SUV Market with the R3 Series

Discover electrifying innovation with the upcoming 2027 Rivian R3 and R3X, the latest compact SUVs ready to revamp your driving experience. As Rivian extends its electric reach, the R3 series emerges as a trailblazer in the compact category. The R3, with its 110-inch wheelbase, offers a smart blend of luxury and practicality, while the R3X promises to elevate off-road performance to new heights.

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Shining Bright: Houston's Top Teens Triumph at the 2024 Blue and Silver Presentation Ball

Celebrating the dazzling success of the 2024 Blue and Silver Presentation Ball, the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Nonpareil Chapter once again illuminated the night with an "Evening of Elegance and Inspiration." This prestigious event, held on February 24 at BREC Jefferson Highway Park, was not just a showcase of grandeur but a profound display of talent and service, integral to the ethos of the organization.

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Celebrating Academic Prowess and Founding Pillars at PVAMU

Join Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) as they host their esteemed Founders’ Day and Honors Recognition Convocation on March 20, 2024. This event, steeped in history and academic achievement, invites the PVAMU community and distinguished guests to honor the pioneering spirit of the institution's founders and the outstanding scholarly accomplishments of its students.

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Kenneth Omoruyi Secures Spot in Historic Run-Off for Houston's CD7

Kenneth Omoruyi is set to be a significant contender on the Primary Run-off Ballot for Harris County this coming May. He marks a monumental moment as the first African American candidate to reach this stage for the esteemed Congressional District 7 seat in Houston – a position once held by political luminaries such as George H.W. Bush and currently occupied by Lizzie Fletcher.

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The Heart of Houston Rodeo: Xfinity's 'Surprise Squad' Delights Trail Riders with Warm Gesture

As the vibrant rodeo season gallops into Houston, the community's spirit is as alive as ever, with unexpected acts of kindness adding to the excitement. The 'Surprise Squad', a team that includes Xfinity technicians dedicated to service beyond their call of duty, recently brightened the day of some of the most venerable African-American trail riders in the nation.

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Houston Embraces the Spirit of Giving with AAMA at The Cristina Project’s Annual Charity Event

On a sunny spring morning in Houston, the bustling activities at The Gonzalez Law Group's premises painted a picture of a community united for a noble cause. March 9th, 2024 marked the fourth annual 'Give a Bag, Get A Bag' event organized by The Cristina Project, a testament to Houston’s unwavering spirit of generosity and community service.

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Highway Robbery in Alabama

Imagine the neighborhood your family has lived in for more than 150 years being turned into a deteriorating flood zone. Now imagine the flooding was caused by the state. That is what is happening to the people of Elba, Alabama’s historic Black Shiloh community.

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TikTok ban: How each member of the House voted

The US House on Wednesday approved legislation that could ban TikTok in the United States over concerns about the video sharing platform’s Chinese ownership.

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Judge dismisses some Trump Georgia election subversion charges but leaves most of the case intact

The presiding judge in the Georgia criminal case against Donald Trump and his allies has thrown out some of the charges against the former president and several of his co-defendants.

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Comcast Texas Commits More Than $1M to Shrink Local Digital Divide in 2024

Comcast Texas pledges over $1 million in 2024 to reduce the local digital gap. This investment will bolster digital skills training programs, expand Wi-Fi connected "Lift Zones," and benefit thousands of individuals.

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Lotus Seafood Delights Crawfish Enthusiasts with Price Drop Extravaganza

Calling all crawfish connoisseurs! Prepare your taste buds for a treat as Lotus Seafood, a cherished Houston institution since 2006, dishes out a delightful surprise with a $4 per pound reduction on their lip-smacking Cajun crawfish at all of their locations across the city!

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Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office Investigates Apparent Murder-Suicide in Richmond, Texas

The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspected murder-suicide involving educators in Richmond, Texas.