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Fred White, Earth, Wind & Fire drummer, dead at 67

Fred White, a drummer for classic '70s superband Earth, Wind & Fire, has died, according to an Instagram post from his older brother and former bandmate, Verdine White. He was 67.

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'Surviving R.Kelly': Final installment examines trial and more details

"Surviving R. Kelly" raised awareness of the abuse allegations against the singer who is now serving time. On Monday night, the final installment of the docuseries began airing on Lifetime.

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Teenage pilot makes emergency landing near two-lane highway in California

A teenage pilot flying a single-engine plane with several family members on board made an emergency landing near a two-lane highway in the San Bernardino National Forest in California on Monday.

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Jeremy Renner is in ICU recovering from 2 surgeries after being injured in snow plowing incident

"Hawkeye" actor Jeremy Renner is recovering from surgery after suffering "blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries" in a New Year's Day snow plowing accident in Nevada, a spokesperson for the actor said.

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'The View' pays tribute to Barbara Walters

"The View" returned from its holiday hiatus to pay tribute to its creator, Barbara Walters, who died last week at 93 years old.

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Missouri is scheduled to carry out first US execution of an openly transgender person today

Missouri on Tuesday is scheduled to execute Amber McLaughlin, a transgender woman convicted of a 2003 murder, who has sought clemency from the governor in part because the jury at her trial did not vote for a death sentence.

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A Pennsylvania police chief was killed after he 'ran towards danger' pursuing a suspect

A police chief who ran after a fleeing suspect Monday was shot in the head and "made the ultimate sacrifice," Pennsylvania officials said.

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McCarthy faces make-or-break moment in vote to elect House speaker

House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy faces a make-or-break moment on Tuesday, as he seeks to lock down the support necessary to become the next speaker in a vote that could turn into a chaotic and contentious once-in-a-century floor fight.

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Holiday Spotlight: Faith-Based Non-Profit Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation Dedicates Sunday To Feeding The Homeless

Cypress-based non-profit dedicates their passion for the community to feeding and providing resources to the homeless, and financially supporting single mothers with kids that have medical conditions.

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Event Re-Cap: Leader Esteem's Highly Anticipated 2nd Annual Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award And Honorary Doctorate Graduation

Leaders Esteem's high anticipated event took place at the gorgeous San Souci Ballroom. Attendees and recipients traveled from all over the country to be apart of something so special.

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Local News Anchors Isiah Carey & Jonathan Martin Honored at Houston Museum of African American Culture Annual Champagne & Ribs Fundraiser

The Houston Museum of African Thousand kept the party going as American Culture (HMAAC) pop the champagne last night as they rolled out the red carpet for their annual Champagne & Ribs Fundraiser hosted by Houston's own, Grammy Award Winning Writer/Producer, Bryan-Michael Cox. The lavish night set out to raise funds for the Houston community to be able to continue to enjoy the museum free of cost, was a sold-out event for the first time since its start a couple years ago.

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Fort Bend ISD Partners with Harvest Methodist Church

Leaders from Fort Bend ISD and Baines Middle School officially held a ribbon cutting for a resource room at the school, made possible by an exemplary partnership between the campus and Harvest Methodist Church.

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HISD Police Department Launches Citizen Reporting Tool for Increased Safety and Accountability

In an effort to further build trust with the community, the HISD Police Department is implementing a new way for the public to report incidents.

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45th MLK Jr. Parade, Festival, & Weekend Celebrations

Mayor Sylvester Turner Chosen as 2023 Grand Marshal “Climbing the Mountain to a Better Future”

The Black Heritage Society, in partnership with the City of Houston, is having its 45th Annual Original MLK Jr. Day Parade & Festival on Monday, January 16, 2023, beginning at 10 a.m. The 45th MLK Jr. Parade is free to the public and is held downtown starting on Lamar @ Smith Street. The MLK 2023 theme is “Climbing the Mountain to a Better Future.”

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Robert B. Reich: Musk's Humongous Mistake

When Elon Musk bought Twitter for $44 billion, he clearly didn't know that the key assets he was buying lay in Twitter's 7,500 workers' heads.

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Twelve HISD Students Advance to Foley’s 27th Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition Finals

Finals scheduled for January 13 at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Christ

Twelve fourth- and fifth-grade students from Houston ISD elementary schools have been selected to advance to the finals for Foley & Lardner LLP’s 27th Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition in Houston. The finals are scheduled to take place on January 13, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Christ.

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Macy's Brings Fashion Designer Wish to Life, Collection Now Available

Macy’s and Make-A-Wish celebrate Macy’s annual Make-A-Wish letter writing campaign by welcoming 20-year-old Vivek to see his three-piece line for Sun + Stone in a fashion show

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AAMA Early Childhood Center to Host Christmas in the East End

Today, beginning at 4:45 p.m., the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans’ (AAMA) Early Childhood Center will host its annual Christmas in the East End holiday event at 6001 Gulf Freeway, Houston, Texas 77023. Families served by the AAMA Early Childhood Center will take part in festive holiday activities, a Gingerbread House-themed experience, and receive holiday gifts from the longstanding Houston-based nonprofit organization.

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Reaffirming Solidarity Between Blacks and Jews in America

I will not be silent on the issues of racial hatred, violence, and prejudice. I am speaking out publicly in support of the recent call by billionaire African American business leader and philanthropist, Robert F. Smith, to stand up against the resurgence of racism and antisemitism in America.

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What’s New for Toyota’s 2023 Sedans and Sports Cars

As Toyota’s lineup of vehicles continues to evolve, guests will still recognize the quality, durability and reliability they’ve grown to expect from the brand. Regardless of powertrain, guests will experience an impressive balance of efficiency and power across the vehicle segments.