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Rockets Alperen Sengun Makes Lakers Pay For Playing 'Small Ball'

“First of all, it’s a big honor for me,” Sengun said about playing against James. “It’s a big memory, a big moment. I was excited before the game because I knew I was going to play against him, I knew I was going to match up with him. And all these years, I watched him since I was a kid.”

ICYMI: Texas State Representatives United in Support for Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher for Re-Election

Over the past three weeks, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) has announced she earned the endorsements of State Representatives in Texas who represent portions of Texas’ Seventh Congressional District, now and in the future: Ann Johnson (HD-134), Jon Rosenthal (HD-135), Gene Wu (HD-137), Garnet Coleman (HD-147), and Hubert Vo (HD-149), demonstrating united support from leaders in the region.

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Camp For All and Howard Hughes Unite for Annual Over The Edge Event: A Thrilling Rappelling Experience in The Woodlands

Camp For All, a cherished nonprofit dedicated to providing barrier-free camp experiences for nearly 9,000 individuals with challenging illnesses or special needs, is gearing up for its annual Over The Edge fundraiser and rappelling event in The Woodlands, Texas. Scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024, this exciting event is made possible through the generous partnership with Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH), showcasing the remarkable community spirit of Houston.

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Black Violin to Bring “Classical Boom” Style to Houston

“Black Violin upends cultural and musical stereotypes…an unexpected blend of classically trained musicianship and hip-hop beats and inventiveness.” —The Miami Herald “Their music will keep classical music alive for the next generation.” —NPR

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Stafford Middle School Math Teacher Celebrates 35 Years With SMSD

Yolanda Kelley taught Seventh Grade Mathematics at Stafford Middle School when it opened in 1983, and she will teach at the new state-of-the-art, three-story Stafford Middle School when it opens next year.

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King family calls for MLK Day of demonstrations to pressure Biden, Democrats on voting rights

Members of the King family are calling for the national holiday that honors civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to be a day of action as activists try to apply ultimate pressure on President Joe Biden and Senate Democrats to pass voting rights reform before it’s too late.

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How protected are we against Covid-19? Scientists search for a test to measure immunity

In 2010, doctors told Ben Sobieck, now 37, that his kidneys were inexplicably failing. Shortly after, he had a kidney transplant and started on the lifelong medications that weaken his immune system to keep his body from rejecting the donor organ. They never figured out what caused Sobieck's kidney failure. But a decade later, he confronted another threat to his health: the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Celebrating the Life of Lestine Goode

Lestine Goode was a devote Christian, family man, and most importantly, my daddy. He ran the race and fought the good fight but sadly succumbed to his illness. He was laid to rest on July 24, 2019, after having a funeral worthy of the distinguished man he was. Read more about the man who not only taught me lessons to live by but also to many other children across the city under his tutelage.

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H-E-B Expands 94th Houston Store Presence with Katy Park: A New Era of Grocery Shopping Excellence

H-E-B, the beloved Texas grocery chain, has just opened its doors to the Katy community with a sparkling new store, Katy Park H-E-B, located at 24924 Morton Ranch Drive. As the 94th gem in the Houston area, this 117,000 square foot marvel is a shopping paradise offering a vast array of products and services, making it the go-to destination for quality, variety, and value.

Congressman Al Green and Colleagues Send Letter to President Trump Condemning Anti-Asian Discrimination and Violence Linked to COVID-19

On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Congressman Al Green and several of his congressional colleagues sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump condemning anti-Asian discrimination and violence linked to COVID- 19. Congressman Green, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chairwoman Judy Chu (CA-27), and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement:

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Deadly Accident on Gulf Freeway

ABC13 is reporting a deadly accident on the Gulf Freeway this morning. Police are on the scene of a deadly accident involving a person who was hit on the freeway in southeast Houston.

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The Houston Astros statement today’s shooting at Santa Fe High School:

The Houston Astros have released the following statement regarding today’s shooting at Santa Fe High School:

Houston ISD honors Educators of the Year

The Houston Independent School District will honor its teachers and principals at an Educators of the Year banquet on Friday, May 13 at the Hilton Americas hotel.

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Appeals court upholds Harvard's affirmative action policy

A Boston-based US appeals court has rejected a challenge to Harvard's affirmative action policy brought by a group representing Asian Americans who claimed the school discriminated against them as it favored Black and Hispanic applicants.

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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity

As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.

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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity

As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.

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The Weirder Side of Obesity: Genetic Forms of Besity Are Rare Yet Numerous

While scientists have been aware of about two dozen genetic conditions that can cause obesity, a new study published Monday in the journal Obesity Reviews finds there are many more.

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The college admissions scandal is all about inequality, too

Of course there's a way to buy your way into college, thought everyone who ever wondered how an admissions board separates one kid from another.

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Study finds state legislatures are dominated by White men

State legislatures are majority White and male, and are especially lacking in representation for first- and second-generation immigrants, according to a new report from New American Leaders, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping naturalized citizens or their children run for elected office.

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Trump Drops 220 Spots On The Forbes Billionaires List

President Donald Trump is the nation's first billionaire president -- but he's not as rich as he used to be, according to the Forbes 2017 Billionaires List published Monday.