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5 things to know for July 5: Shooting, Ukraine, Jayland Walker, Travel, Eiffel Tower

Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day.

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'People just falling and falling': Witnesses describe terror at Illinois parade shooting

Zoe Pawelczak's dad thought the repetitive pops ringing out at Highland Park's Fourth of July parade Monday morning were part of the show, she says. But she felt something was off.

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This photo of a kiss is a modern allegory for queer Black love

As D'Angelo Lovell Williams posed for a kiss with a former partner, Glenn, in front of the camera, their faces each obscured by the black silk cloth of a backwards durag, the photographer had a famous painting in mind.

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Philadelphia mayor says he's worried about other big events after 2 officers shot during a July Fourth event

Two police officers were shot during a July Fourth celebration in Philadelphia, authorities said.

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'Thor: Love and Thunder' doesn't rekindle the spark that 'Ragnarok' ignited

The impressive mix of tones and styles that director Taika Waititi pulled off in "Thor: Ragnarok" largely fizzles in "Thor: Love and Thunder," which isn't as funny as it wants to be, as stirring as it needs to be or romantic as it ought to be. Although well paced at just under two hours, instead of the hoped-for fireworks this comes a little too close to feeling like a post-Fourth of July dud.

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Kate Hudson's brother Oliver reacted to her topless Instagram pic

Kate Hudson went mermaid style for the Gram and her big brother wasn't down for it.

Veterans coping with PTSD suffer through trauma from July 4th fireworks

While thousands gather to enjoy fireworks to celebrate the birth of a nation, thousands of veterans who suffer with post traumatic stress disorder will stay indoors to avoid the fireworks.

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Suspect in custody after deadly Illinois July Fourth parade shooting

Hours after gunfire interrupted the Highland Park, Illinois, July Fourth parade, killing six people and wounding dozens more, police apprehended the man they believe was responsible.

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'Those are wartime injuries': Doctor describes the horrific scene at the Highland Park shooting

Dr. David Baum waited a minute after the shooting stopped at the northern Illinois Fourth of July parade he attended Monday, and then ran toward the victims. And what he saw, he said, was horrifying.

Clifford Tatum Named New Harris County Elections Administrator

By a vote of 5-0, Harris County now has a new elections administrator, and his name is Clifford Tatum. Judge Lina Hidalgo made the announced on late Tuesday evening. The five-member bipartisan Harris County Elections Commission will make the official appointment of Tatum once he moves to Harris County and becomes a registered voter.

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Alvarez Sparks Fourth Of July Celebration With Walk-Off Home Run

“It was definitely special,” said Alvarez. “My first walk-off in the Major Leagues, and obviously, being able to pull this one out is very special.”

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Drake has a nostalgic moment on stage with the Backstreet Boys

The Backstreet Boys had an on-stage visitor at their show in Toronto, Canada on Saturday night.

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Walk-Off Home Run By Rookie Jeremy Peña Helps Astros Secure Sweep Of Angels

“It was my first multi-homer game and to end it on a walk-off is unreal,” said Peñawho finished the game by going 4-for-5 at the plate. “It’s always fun walking it off. You get the win, and we get to go home. It was great.”

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Astros Hold Home Run Derby In 9-1 Blowout Of The Angels

“Maldonado made me look bad right there, hitting the ball straight center,” said Altuve, who followed up Maldonado’s home run with one of his own. “Not too many guys can go straight center.”

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Javier Shines In Back-To-Back Performances

“Confidence breeds confidence,” Baker said. “And confidence breeds success. That’s what he’s demonstrating. He has a calmness about him, especially for a young pitcher.”

Propel Center launches three-part Junior Music Executive Accelerator series to inspire HBCU students to become future music industry executives

Propel Center, in commemoration of Black Music Month, joined with five of Propel's institutional partners to successfully launch the first of the three-part C3 Series, an executive music industry pipeline program to promote music entrepreneurship in tech.

HOV/HOT Lanes to Open Weekends for Summer Pilot Program

The Express Lanes that help you avoid traffic on weekdays will soon be open seven days a week as part of a regional pilot mobility program approved by METRO's Board of Directors today. HOV/HOT (Express) Lanes managed by METRO will be open on weekends beginning Saturday, July 2 through Monday, Sept. 5. This includes the Fourth of July and Labor Day holidays. Weekend and holiday operations will follow the same schedule, occupancy requirements and tolls as weekdays.

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Tik Tok’s Top 5 Influential Pastor Dwight Buckner Jr Releases Third Book entitled Overlooked

America’s loved relationship counselor, pastor and author releases his highly anticipated Third book “Overlooked”

‘Overlooked’ is the newest digital literature penned by Tik Tok influencer Pastor Dwight Buckner Jr. Buckner created ‘Overlooked’ as a guide to learn healthy ways to manage rejection and feelings of ostracization, allowing the reader to unleash their internal greatness and defy naysayer’s expectations. In this digital literature, Pastor Dwight Buckner continues to advocate self-awareness, emotional management, and direct communication as major tools for rebuilding the most important person: yourself.

Jack and Jill Foundation Names STEM Global Action Founder Dr. Calvin Mackie and Dillard University President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough Inaugural Trailblazer Award Winners

Dr. Mackie & Dr. Kimbrough Honored for Contributions to Youth and Education

Dr. Calvin Mackie, founder of STEM Global Action and STEM NOLA, and Dillard University President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough, have been named Trailblazers of the year by the Jack and Jill Foundation for their outstanding work empowering students.

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New Sculpture Exhibit “Woman: Spirit of the Universe” Showcases the Journey to Equality

The Heritage Society hosts a women’s history exhibit by local artist

On Tuesday, July 5, a sculpture exhibit representing the collars that adorned the shoulders of historical women will be open to the public at The Heritage Society’s Museum Gallery at 1100 Bagby Street.