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Spend Your Weekend at Discovery Green!

Don't let your weekend be boring. Have some fun at Discovery Green!

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Communities In Schools of Houston announces Society of Petroleum Engineering scholarship recipients

Communities In Schools of Houston, an educational nonprofit, announces recipients of the Society of Petroleum Engineering (Guff Coast Section) scholarships for students starting the 2023-24 academic year. The scholarships will provide $12,000 to each recipient, renewable for eight college semesters ($1,500 per semester) to help fund their higher education in an energy-related field.

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Houston Housing Authority (HHA) Unveils State-of-the-Art Training Center, Revolutionizing Affordable Housing Education and Management

The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) is proud to announce the unveiling of their new, first-of-its-kind Training Center, representing a major milestone in advancing the affordable housing industry. In partnership with Nan McKay (NMA), a leading organization known for delivering innovative solutions for communities nationwide, HHA will provide comprehensive training courses for housing authorities, property management companies, and municipalities here locally and across the country.

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San Francisco Man Sentenced to 50 Years In Prison For Murder of Houston Police Chief Finner’s Nephew

A San Francisco man who came to Houston regularly was sentenced to 50 years in prison Friday for shooting a friend in 2018 to steal his jewelry and belongings, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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Biden postpones Monday events, including meeting with NATO chief, for unplanned root canal

President Joe Biden was forced to cancel his schedule Monday – including talks with NATO’s outgoing secretary general – because of an unplanned root canal.

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Gen Z and Millennials are scrimping. Boomers? Living it up

New York (CNN Business) — Baby Boomers are living it up, splurging on cruises and restaurants. Younger Americans are struggling just to keep up.

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Driver hauling 8,500 gallons of fuel lost control and crashed, causing the inferno that toppled part of I-95 in Philadelphia, official says

The fire that caused part of Interstate 95 to collapse in Philadelphia started after a truck driver took an off-ramp and crashed into a wall, state officials said Monday.

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Phoenix Mercury to adjust travel arrangements following Brittney Griner harassment incident, head coach says

Following the harassment of WNBA star Brittney Griner at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, Phoenix Mercury’s leadership plans to make adjustments to prioritize players’ travel safety, head coach Vanessa Nygaard said Sunday.

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Discovering the Charming Charisma of Door County: A Year-Round Getaway Guide

Nestled on the eastern edge of Wisconsin, Door County is a hidden gem that captivates visitors with its breathtaking natural beauty, quaint villages, and vibrant arts scene. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply a relaxing escape, this enchanting peninsula offers a little something for everyone. Join us as we explore some of the highlights of Door County, from delightful playhouses to mouthwatering dining experiences, and everything in between.

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BET Awards 2023 nominations announced

The nominees for this years BET Awards were announced Thursday.

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Cast & Crew and Entertainment Partners Partner with Texas Southern University for Historic Certificate Program

A new partnership with entertainment industry giants Cast & Crew and Entertainment Partners has formed to create a vehicle that opens more opportunities in the Entertainment Industry for All, including Texas Southern University students.

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Bun B’s Trill Burgers opens its brick-and-mortar location in Houston

Highly-anticipated smashburger concept is now open for business with extended pop-up location

Trill Burgers, Houston’s acclaimed homegrown smashburger concept from legendary rapper Bun B, opens its first brick-and-mortar location today, June 7, at 11 a.m. Located in Montrose at 3607 S Shepherd Dr. at Richmond Avenue, the 3,236-square-foot restaurant will serve as an extended pop-up location for six months while Trill Burgers searches for a permanent home in the Houston area. Soft opening hours will be seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with additional hours to be announced.

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Issa Rae on weaving magic in ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’

If Issa Rae was going to play a superhero in a Marvel project, of course it would be a pregnant one.

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‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ shapes up to be less than meets the eye

The seventh entry in the toy-turned-movie franchise that began in 2007 (including the most recent “Bumblebee”), “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” reaches into the past in more ways than one, offering a simple-minded strain of giant-robot combat. Much in need of a script tune-up, it’s a less-than-meets-the-eye summer-movie machine, and not a particularly well-oiled one.

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement Named Ally Grand Marshall for Houston Pride Parade

Pride Houston 365 has announced that Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee will serve as the Ally Grand Marshal for the 45th annual Houston Pride Parade.

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Houston Health Department Expanding Opportunities for Diverse Businesses

Abbott-LISC Funding: This source of lending capital was made available nationally to support the growth of diverse companies in the healthcare supply chain. This initiative will provide diverse small business owners with the tailored solutions, support and resources they need to compete, grow and create jobs.

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Houston Council Races Are Crowding

While most of the focus is on who is running for president in 2024 or even who is running for mayor this year, Houston has five at-large City Council members elected citywide, and 11 district City Council members who vote on the mayor's $6.2 billion budget, every expenditure over $50,000, city laws called ordinances, and the care for local citizens' needs.

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New Harris County Program Helps Struggling Families With Financial Instability

Harris County officials recently introduced a groundbreaking pilot program called "Uplift Harris" aimed at assisting low-income residents facing financial instability. This initiative, funded through the federal American Rescue Plan Act, will provide eligible individuals with a monthly stipend of $500 for up to 18 months. With an allocated budget of $20.5 million, the program will be overseen by the Harris County Public Health Department. If approved by Harris County Commissioners, this program will make Harris County the first in Texas to implement such an initiative, joining the ranks of other major metropolitan areas.

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Concerns Raised Over Transparency as TEA Takes Over HISD: Houston Teachers Union President Speaks Out

The recent appointment of Mike Miles as the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) has sparked concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Miles has wasted no time in introducing a series of reforms, including the implementation of a pay-for-performance system and the New Education System (NES) program. While these changes aim to improve instructional quality and address the needs of underperforming schools, there are apprehensions among the Houston Teachers Union (HFT) regarding the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.

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The Woke Derangement Syndrome

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been touted as the presidential candidate who offers Trump without the drama, a Trump who can win rather than lose. He was supposedly able to forge a majority by uniting Trump’s MAGA base with disaffected Republican suburbanites. In recent weeks, he’s rolled out his presidential campaign platform, promising Americans a “war on woke.”