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6th Annual Houston Humanitarian Awards Honors

Shaquille O’Neal, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, 13 Others

Many gathered for an evening to honor some of the biggest hearts in Houston and across the country at the 6th Annual Houston Humanitarian Awards. The awards gala was held at the beautiful Royal Sonesta Houston with an abundance of safety precautions in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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OPINION: Don’t Leave Hispanic Businesses Out Of COVID-19 Recovery, For Houston’s Sake

“Hispanics Represent More Than $53 billion In Annual Spending Power, Which Is Just Short Of A Quarter Of Total Consumer Spending In The Region.” – Dr. Laura G. Murillo

The pandemic caused by COVID-19 has created an economic challenge unlike any other in our lifetime.

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The Dow and S&P 500 zoom higher as Wall Street predicts Joe Biden will win

The Dow and S&P 500 were up on Monday, one day before Election Day, when Wall Street expects Joe Biden will win the presidency and Democrats will retake the Senate and maintain control of the House.

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US imposes new restrictions on Chinese diplomats

US-based senior Chinese diplomats will be required to seek US government permission to engage in a number of routine activities, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday -- the latest escalation amid worsening tensions between Washington and Beijing.

A candy maker is giving away a candy factory in a nationwide treasure hunt

A quirky candy maker has launched a nationwide treasure hunt, sending sugar mavens into a frenzy. They'll need to pay to play for the ultimate prize -- one of his candy factories.

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Harry Shearer appears critical of 'Simpsons' decision to stop White actors voicing non-White characters

Harry Shearer voices multiple characters on "The Simpsons" -- including a Black doctor -- and has some thoughts about White actors voicing non-White characters on the long-running animated series.

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Protests break out after Catalonia ex-leader Carles Puigdemont detained

Protests broke out in Barcelona Sunday after news that Catalonia's former separatist leader Carles Puigdemont had been detained in Germany.

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Trump On Las Vegas Massacre: 'An act of pure evil'

President Donald Trump used a solemn address from the White House on Monday to call for unity in the aftermath of the deadliest mass shooting in modern US history, calling the massacre an "act of pure evil."

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Coke could make a move into cannabis-infused drinks

Coca-Cola is considering a move into the growing market for cannabis-infused drinks.

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'A Quiet Place' leads box office, as horror keeps making noise

Another weekend, another No. 1 finish by a horror movie at the box office -- in this case, "A Quiet Place," a taut, niftily constructed exercise in tension starring and directed by John Krasinski, who's joined in the tiny cast by his wife, Emily Blunt.

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28 Adult Learners Inducted Into National Adult Education Honor Society After Overcoming Hardships, Showing Compassion

Hardships, perseverance and acts of kindness distinguished 28 adult learners ages ranging in age from 16 to 60 as they were inducted into the National Adult Education Honor Society on Thursday.

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On Tax Cuts, Trump Is the Modern Day JFK

How sad is it that the party that brought us John F. Kennedy's tax cuts, economic growth and higher wages is now the party that puts redistribution ahead of prosperity.

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Neighbor who tried to revive Austin victim calls bombing 'most traumatic thing in my life'

Sean Philips had just woken up and was sitting on his couch when he heard the blast that would take his neighbor's life.

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Congress Week Ahead: Republican Plans for Tax Reform Faces Key Senate Vote

The Republican push for a broad tax overhaul faces a critical test this week as senators must approve a budget bill that would clear the way for tax reform to pass the Senate with just GOP support.

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Who Is Most At Risk of Breast Cancer?

Like all disease, breast cancer does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, identity or even social status. Still, according to experts, some are at more risk than others.

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The Family of Howard E. Butt, Jr. Donates $1 Million to Coastal Bend Disaster Recovery Group Fund

Funds donated in honor of the late Howard E. Butt, Jr. to support Hurricane Harvey Recovery Efforts

The family of the late Howard E. Butt, Jr., today announced a $1 million donation to support Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts in the hardest hit areas along the Gulf Coast.

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Remains of soldier returning home after nearly 70 years

The remains of a Michigan soldier are returning home Thursday after going missing 68 years ago. Army Sgt. 1st Class Harry Harkness went missing in 1950 during the Korean War and was presumed dead. He was 22-years old.

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North Korea Fears; Hurricane Irma; Brexit Vote

1. North Korea fears ease: Global stock markets are rising and gold prices are falling as investors shrug off continued tensions over North Korea.

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The U.S. Has Been Hit by Two Giant Hurricanes. Here's the Financial Toll

One monster hurricane can cause serious economic damage. So what happens when two massive storms hit the U.S. within two weeks of each other?

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Elvin Franklin Jr. Looking Out for the Underserved of Houston

Never forget from whence you came was a principle that a young Elvin Franklin Jr. learned at church. It is a lesson that has not only stuck with him but motivates him for what he does daily, help the underserved.