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A hot and dry start to summer in southwestern Alaska has fueled record wildfires

It's been a concerning hot and dry start to summer in southern Alaska. Anchorage is experiencing its second-warmest June, according to climate scientist Brian Brettschneider. And with only 0.07 inches of rain this month in Anchorage, southern Alaska's parched wilderness has become fuel for wildfires.

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KTSU turns 50!

Backyard Party celebrates half century of broadcasting excellence

More than 1,000 people came to support TSU’s KTSU 90.9FM as it celebrated 50 years of on-air excellence with an on-campus Backyard Party on Friday, June 24.

Harris Health Ben Taub, LBJ Hospitals Receive National Heart, Stroke Recognition

Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital received national recognition for its heart and stroke care from the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association. Additionally, Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital also received national recognition for its heart resuscitation program. The recognitions reflect Harris Health System’s elite status for providing life-saving treatment and care to heart and stroke patients.

Top 5 Plastic Surgery Trends in Houston this Summer

The plastic surgery industry is experiencing its biggest demand in history and Houston is following suit with a high demand for popular body contouring and facial cosmetic procedures this summer.

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FDA advisers vote to include an Omicron-specific component for a coronavirus booster in the US

The US Food and Drug Administration's independent Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee voted Tuesday to support recommending inclusion of an Omicron-specific component for a Covid-19 booster vaccine.

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An ancient practice may offer relief from chronic tension headaches

People who experience a particularly persistent type of headache pain could find relief in an ancient Chinese practice, according to new research.

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Babies will continue to die during sleep despite new regulations on sleep products, child advocates fear

Store shelves holding baby products designed to help parents ease babies into sleep may be barren this week, due to new US Consumer Product Safety Commission regulations that went into effect on June 23.

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Mary Mara, "ER" and "Ray Donovan" actress, dead at 61

Mary Mara, an actress known for roles on "ER" and "Ray Donavan," has died, her manager, Craig Dorfman, said in a statement to CNN. She was 61.

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The trailer for 'Hocus Pocus 2' on Disney+ is here

A first look at the Disney+ original movie "Hocus Pocus 2" is here. The movie, which reunites Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, is a live-action sequel to the Halloween classic. The trio again play the delightfully wicked Sanderson sisters.

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Supreme Court allows Louisiana to use congressional map that lower court said likely violates Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed a congressional map in Louisiana to remain in place for the next election, freezing a lower court ruling that said the map likely violates the Voting Rights Act by diluting the power of Black voters.

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5 takeaways from Tuesday's elections in Colorado, Illinois and more

Republican primary voters in Colorado resoundingly rejected Donald Trump's brand of politics Tuesday, choosing more moderate nominees for key offices over a group of candidates that had embraced the former President's lies about election fraud.

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Colorado Republicans reject 3 election deniers for statewide office

On the same day a former aide to President Donald Trump's chief of staff testified about how Trump had wanted to join the throngs of his supporters at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, Republicans in Colorado on Tuesday rejected three election deniers running for statewide office.

League of Women Voters of Texas Responds to SCOTUS Overturning Roe v. Wade and Texas Trigger Law

On June 24, 2022, all abortion clinics in Texas stopped providing abortion services. This will have devastating consequences for Texas women.

Alley Theatre Receives $25 Million Matching Grant

In recognition of the largest gift in Alley history gift, the 615 Texas Avenue Theatre building will be named the Meredith Long Theatre Center.

Butch Mach, Alley Theatre Board Chair and Chairman of the Alley Theatre Vision for the Future Campaign, is pleased to announce that the Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre received a $25 million matching grant from an anonymous donor as part of the $80 million Alley Vision for the Future Campaign. This is the largest gift in the 75-year history of the Alley. In recognition of this gift, the 615 Texas Avenue Theatre Building will be named Meredith J. Long Theatre Center in honor of the Theatre’s longtime Chairman Emeritus who passed away on June 3, 2020.

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Disney’s Frozen North American Tour Welcomes Back Ryan McCartan as “Hans” for a Limited Run Beginning in Houston on July 12

Houston’s Limited Premiere Engagement Plays Thursday, June 30 – Sunday, July 17, 2022 at the Hobby Center

Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, is pleased to announce casting for the Houston engagement of Disney’s Frozen. From the producer of The Lion King and Aladdin, Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical, will play a three-week premiere engagement at the Hobby Center beginning Thursday, June 30, with performances playing through Sunday, July 17, 2022.

Traveling Vintage Market Is Back In Houston!

One of the nation’s most anticipated traveling fashion markets is back on the road for 2022! After surviving a daunting couple of years for live events, ThriftCon is set to grow its cultural footprint as the premier destination to shop secondhand finds. For one day only, guests will be able to scour through unending racks, bins and discounted piles to find the best deals in vintage and thrifted t-shirts, sneakers, hats, outerwear, dresses, accessories, homegoods, collectibles and much, much more — spanning every era from the 1950s all the way to modern releases.

July Fourth is for Fireworks, not Foodborne Illness

Pull out the grill and your red, white, and blue because the Fourth of July is here. This means gatherings, outdoor festivities, and good times with family and friends. As the meat sizzles on the grill, don’t let food safety fizzle out of your memory.

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Summer Programs Return to the Jackson State University College of Business

The Jackson State University College of Business welcomed high school and middle school students to campus for Uncovering the Possibilities of Accounting Careers (UPAC) and Financial Wellness Center summer programs in the month of June.

Youth Gathering to Bring 19,000 to Houston Next Saturday

Participants will meet under the theme “In All Things.”

From July 9–13, more than 19,000 high school students, adult leaders, volunteers and exhibitors will convene in Houston for The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s (LCMS) Youth Gathering at the George R. Brown Convention Center and Minute Maid Park. The LCMS has hosted its triennial Youth Gathering since 1980. This year, attendees from across the United States and at least seven other countries will come together to learn how Jesus Christ is “In All Things.”

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Announces Our 21st Season!!!!

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company returns to the stage in September 2022 with their 21st Season! Mildred’s Umbrella’s mission is to empower women in theater, and the company produces plays that are either written by women, or feature a mostly female cast. The season will include two productions by women never before seen on Houston stages.