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Interview: Dr. Cam Hill Talks 'Staying Focused' Ahead Of The Highly Anticipated Leaders Esteem 2nd Annual Event

Houston's own Dr. Cam Hill discusses what to expect at the 2nd Annual Leaders Esteem Honorary Doctorate Graduation & Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony.

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Interview: Dr. Abenaa Bailey Chimes In On The Event Of The Year With Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University

In an interview ahead of the Leaders Esteem event of the year, Dr. Abenna Bailey sheds light on what it takes to be a leader and provides spiritual motivation for those seeking inspiration.

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CNN begins layoffs in what CEO says will be a 'gut punch' to the network

CNN on Wednesday informed employees that layoffs had commenced, a move that is expected to impact hundreds of staffers at the global news network and mark the deepest cuts to the organization in years.

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Houston native prepares Thanksgiving dinner aboard USS Paul Ignatius

U.S. Navy Counselor 1st Class Lavonne Rollins, from Houston, Texas, prepares Thanksgiving dinner aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), Nov. 24, 2022.

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State Sen. John Whitmire announces he will run for Houston mayor in 2023

Whitmire, the longest-serving member of the Texas Senate, will first run for reelection to the chamber in 2022 before his mayoral run the following year.

State Sen. John Whitmire, the longest-serving member of the Texas Senate, announced Wednesday night he will run for Houston mayor in 2023.

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Lone Star Flight Museum Jet Setter’s Ball

Jet Setters BallRaisesNearly$650,000 for Lone Star Flight Museum’s Exhibits and STEM Education Programs and Celebrates the Golden Age of Air Travel

The Lone Star Flight Museum (LSFM)was electrified with glowing lights and great dance music while guests dressed in fabulous creative cocktail attire, celebrated the museum’s successes and big plans for 2023. The annual fundraising event was attended by generous Houston donors and supporters who contributed to raising nearly $650,000 to support STEM-related programs and the museum’s educational mission and exhibits. The event was underwritten by the James C. & Teresa K. Day Foundation.

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Five officers charged following New Haven man’s paralysis

Five officers involved in the paralysis of a New Haven man who was in the back of a police van have been charged, according to state police.

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Sheriff’s Office Receives Grant Award from U.S. Department of Justice COPS Office to Embed Crisis Counselors in Dispatch

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office was recently awarded a $349,616 grant by the Community-Oriented Policing Services Office, U.S. Department of Justice, to implement Crisis Intervention Teams. The Sheriff’s Office will embed crisis counselors in its Emergency Communications center to assist call takers and dispatchers with crisis calls.

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46th Annual Legislative Conference

The National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) 46th Annual Legislative Conference will convene November 29 through December 3 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Comcast Texas partnered with the City of Houston, SERJobs to launch a $150,000 digital navigators pilot program that will serve hundreds of residents in Acres Homes, Kashmere Gardens, Magnolia Park-Ma

On Friday, November 18, Comcast announced that trusted tech experts, or digital navigators, will soon be dispatched to help shrink the digital divide in four of Houston’s historically under-resourced neighborhoods: Acres Homes, Kashmere Gardens, Magnolia Park-Manchester and Sunnyside. Their mission will be to give free one-on-one support to hundreds who want to get online and make the most it. The digital navigators pilot program is a partnership between Comcast Texas, the City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Complete Communities and SERJobs.

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Legacy Made Simple Teaching Families How to Leave Behind Generational Wealth

Right at the tip of the holiday season, author Dr. Gena Jones releases her new book, “Legacy Made Simple: The simple way to leave a legacy without the guesswork.” and it’s available on Amazon.com, MyLegacyMadeSimple.com, and in bookstores today!

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HoustonISD Classes Resume Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

All HISD schools, offices and facilities will resume normal operations Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

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Alley Theatre Kicks Off Multi-City Regional Theatre Co-Production of Lauren Yee’s Cambodian Rock Band

Under Chay Yew’s direction, this production is electric, darkly funny while revealing a haunting part of history

The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre and Artistic Director Rob Melrose announce the cast and creative team of Cambodian Rock Band. The Signature Theatre Production of Cambodian Rock Band is co-produced with Berkeley Repertory Theatre, ACT Theatre/5th Avenue, and Center Theatre Group. Cambodian Rock Band is by Lauren Yee, featuring songs by Dengue Fever, and directed by Chay Yew and runs from January 20 – February 12, 2023.

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Notice of Public Hearing to Discuss Harmony Public School State Financial Accountability Rating

As part of the December 10, 2022, Board of Directors Regular Meeting, Harmony Public Schools (HPS) will hold a public hearing to discuss the HPS Schools’ 2021-2022 Financial Integrity Rating Systems of Texas (FIRST) accountability ratings.

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University of Houston and Photon Auto to Open New Electric Vehicle Concepts Exhibition at Houston’s Mashburn Gallery

16 Projects, including eight electric vehicle models, to explore the best exterior and interior design for a new generation of luxury electric vehicles.

On Friday, December 2, 2022, Photon Auto Inc. and the University of Houston’s Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design will celebrate the opening of a new and innovative Electric Vehicle Concepts Exhibition at the university’s Mashburn Gallery.

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Is your small business missing out on big opportunity?

5 myths about winning City of Houston contracts

This may surprise you, but in the past fiscal year, more than $587 million, or 36.2 percent, of the $1.6 billion awarded by the City of Houston to companies for goal-oriented construction, professional services, and goods & services contracts, was awarded to certified minority, women, and small business enterprises (MWSBE firms).

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Everyone from the vet to the barber is hiking prices. And there's no relief in sight

When Teri Byrd opened her 4 Paws Veterinary Clinic in Vashon, Washington, four years ago, her sights were set on growing the business.

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Deshaun Watson will return to play for the Cleveland Browns Sunday after serving 11-game suspension

For the first time in two years, embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson returns to the field for the Cleveland Browns Sunday after serving an 11-game suspension.

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City of Houston Lifts Boil Water Notice

TCEQ Confirms Tap Water Is Safe to Drink

The City of Houston has lifted the boil water notice that it issued Sunday, November 27th. Customers no longer need to boil water before drinking, cooking, and making ice. Water quality testing submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has confirmed that tap water meets all regulatory standards and is safe to drink.

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HISD Schools Closed Due to Boil Water Notice

HISD SCHOOLS CLOSED DUE TO BOIL WATER NOTICE

Due to the Boil Water Notice issued by the City of Houston Sunday evening, all Houston ISD campuses and facilities will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 29.