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Rice U. Expert Available to Discuss Ban On Transgender Service in the Military

As the public reacts to President Donald Trump’s July 26 Twitter announcement banning all transgender individuals from military service, Tom Kolditz, director of Rice University’s Doerr Institute for New Leaders and a retired brigadier general, is available to discuss the topic.

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Cleaning Service Helps Cancer Patients

It looks like a typical morning for the cleaning crew from Maids And Moore Cleaning Services of Conroe.

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Historic Healing America Tour Rolls Into Houston

Healing America is the brainchild of Nelson Campbell, the founder of PlantPure Nation. He and his father, famed author and researcher Dr. T. Colin Campbell considered by many to be the “Science Father” of plant-based nutrition and health, are bringing their historic and grassroots movement to communities all over America.

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George H.W. Bush's funeral and memorial services plan

The official schedule of memorial services for former President George H.W. Bush, who died late Friday at the age of 94, was released Saturday evening.

New Poll: 70% Supporting METRO’s Bond Initiative

Moving to the Future, the campaign to pass the METRO Proposition, a $3.5 billion bond initiative on the November 2019 ballot, announced the results of a new poll today: 70% of likely voters currently supporting the proposition; 23% oppose the measure; and 7% are undecided.

How This Taco Joint Will Win You Over With Its Backdoor Chicken

Don’t sacrifice quality and flavor over convenience. Velvet Taco offers all three with its Backdoor Chicken!

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H-E-B Holiday Meal Distribution

Drive-Thru Event part of H-E-B Feast of Sharing celebration December 3rd at Delmar Stadium

H-E-B will celebrate the holiday season by distributing 5,000 holiday meals as part of its annual H-E-B Feast of Sharing celebration.

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Jalen Green Trying To Follow In The Footsteps Of Steph Curry

That’s like a big bro. I was struggling a little bit in the G League, and he (Curry) sent me a voice message like, ‘Man, just keep shooting.’ I don’t know how many nights had been in that shooting slump, but I just kept shooting. He’s always giving me advice. I can hit him up whenever I need to.

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Houston Spotlight: The Al Rucker Foundation

Sometimes when the cards are stacked against you, you have to reshuffle the deck. For entrepreneur Al Rucker, shifting his cards has meant constantly evolving; becoming one of Houston’s most prominent entrepreneurs his chief goal.

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Rep. White Wants Texas Fathers’ Role Valued in Texas Law

Rep. James White, Houston native and former teacher at Third Ward’s Cullen Middle School, was elected to his fourth term last fall as the only African American to represent Texas’ Piney Woods in the Texas Legislature. Today he's fighting for Texas families with his House Bill 453.

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Bar-B-Que Cook-Off, Parade Kicks Off Rodeo Houston

Downtown parade kicks off Rodeo Houston

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A Change Was Necessary

Texans fire head coach and general manager Bill O’Brien

Sometimes change is necessary. Although it’s the one thing that scares a lot of individuals, the results of it can pay huge dividends. The Houston Texans are hoping that the latter is accurate.

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Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey, who sparked controversy between the NBA and China, to step down

Daryl Morey, who in October last year sparked controversy between the NBA and China with a tweet in support of pro-democracy protestors in Hong Kong, is stepping down as the Houston Rockets general manager.

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Despite ferocious winds, Hurricane Laura's rural path limited damage

Hurricane Laura is one of the most powerful storms ever to hit the US Gulf Coast, but its path avoided major cities such as Houston and New Orleans, causing less damage — to people and their towns — than initially feared.

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On the Road Again

Astros takes series from Rangers and head out West for a grueling road trip

Stop me if you have heard me say this before. Michael Brantley is good.

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The Roof Is On Fire

Arizona uses a torrid fourth inning to defeat Houston 14-7

What was setting up to be a beautiful comeback story for Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (1-1) quickly turned into a horror movie like the Nightmare on Elm. St. series with the bats of the Diamondbacks playing the role of fictional boogey man Freddy Kruger.

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Self-Confident

Rockets reserve guard Austin Rivers comes off the bench to score a career-high 41 in victory

The multi-platinum artist Beyonce had a huge hit back in 2009 named “Ego” and on the remix she added another multi-platinum artist in Kanye West. In his verse he said some profound lyrics that describe Houston Rockets backup point guard Austin Rivers perfectly.

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Alvarez’s return to the lineup wakes Astros bats up in victory over the Mariners

I have a friend that I have known for over 20-plus years of my life that I just refuse to lose any competitive events to. No matter if it’s video games, cards, board games, kick ball, etc. I am not losing. It must feel that way every time the Houston Astros (9-10) face the Seattle Mariners (7-14). The Astros used a strong first inning offensive outburst to defeat the Mariners 11-1 on Friday night at Minute Maid Park.

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NBC’s Last Comic Standing Star and Bestselling Author Turns Adversity Into Hilarity

Comedian and Harper Collins published author performs in Houston Oct 12 - 14 at Joke Joint Comedy Showcase

For many comedians, the irony of their craft is that they turn painful real-life situations into hilarious anecdotes on stage. Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams is certainly amongst those ranks. Her life story is so gripping that it led Harper Collins, one of the “Big Five” largest publishing companies in the United States, to publish her book in August 2017 under their Dey Street Books brand.

Congressman Al Green and Fort Bend County’s Ninth Congressional District Elected Officials Hosted PPE Donation Drive

On Thursday, April 16, 2020, Congressman Al Green, Fort Bend County Judge KP George, Missouri City Mayor Yolanda Ford, and Stafford Mayor Leonard Scarcella hosted a personal protective equipment (PPE) donation drive. They released the following statement: