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Meet Culinary Specialist Seaman Brian Sullivan

Culinary Specialist Seaman Brian Sullivan, from Houston, assigned to the world's largest aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, grills chicken in the forward galley, Aug. 24, 2023.

HISD offers meals at no cost to students

Students registered to attend HISD schools receive free meals through USDA program

Houston ISD announces its policy that this school year, healthy meals will be offered every school day to all students at no cost. Typically, a student’s household must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

HISD to double extra-duty pay for teachers providing academic tutorials

To recognize the importance of eliminating pandemic-related learning loss, the Houston Independent School District is doubling extra-duty pay for teachers providing academic tutorials for students.

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Sailors Perform Daily Maintenance On USS Ronald Reagan

Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Cody Lawrence, from Houston, checks a liquid-cooling fluid make-up unit in the hangar bay aboard the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), while in-port Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Aug. 30, 2023.

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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 215 Sunnyside Street

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 215 Sunnyside Street about 9:10 p.m. last Friday (Jan. 5).

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Super Bowl LI Cheat Sheet: 5 Things Non-viewers Should Know

Did you really miss the Super Bowl Sunday night? If so, that's too bad, because you missed a lot -- and you're probably going to hear about it at work on Monday. Fortunately, we've got you covered with a list of highlights so you can save face:

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Mayor Sylvester Turner Post-Memorial Day Op-Ed

The global pandemic has created a new normal for everyone. It’s hard to adjust to following the public health recommendations from medical professionals and accept the daily incon- veniences necessary to stay safe from the coronavirus.

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Synthetic cells make long-distance calls

Rice scientists' circuits help bacteria quickly pass signals to an entire community

The search for effective biological tools is a marathon, not a sprint, even when the distances are on the microscale. A discovery at Rice University on how engineered communities of cells communicate is a long step in the right direction.

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Alexandra del Moral Mealer Sworn Into METRO Board of Directors

Today Alexandra (Alex) del Moral Mealer was sworn in as the newest member of the METRO Board of Directors. The ceremony took place in the METRO Boardroom with Harris County Commissioner Tom Ramsey administering the oath. Alex was appointed to represent a group of 14 smaller cities that are within METRO's service area.

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Ellis Leads Harris County Democrats Into Office

Rodney Ellis in one of his first acts as County Commissioner hosted a formal inaugural event at NRG Stadium Monday, January 2nd featuring Mayor Sylvester Turner administering a celebratory oath of office to Ellis, DA Kim Hogg, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Tax Assessor Ann Bennett Harris and 30 judges and constables in the largest Harris County Democrat stampede to office in decades.

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The Ensemble Theatre Presents Regional Premiere “The Green Book”

A Story Inspired by Victor Green’s The Negro Motorist Green Book

The Ensemble Theatre presents the regional premiere of The Green Book, written by award-winning author Calvin Alexander Ramsey and directed by award-winning director Shirley Jo Finney with Opening Night and Media Reception Thursday, November 14, 2019, 6:30 p.m. 3535 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002.

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Passion: Texans Hold Joint Practices As They Prepare for Their Second Preseason Game

I remember playing basketball in a league for an older gentleman. No, it was not a senior league for those who like to make fun of my age. As we are warming up, one of my teammates gets into it with a player from the other team. It got so heated that the teams had to be separated and my teammate was ejected before the game even started. That one gesture had us so fired up that we ended up blowing the other team out. His passion drove us to step our game up another level.

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AAMA Welcomes Interim CEO While Celebrating Growth and Performance Across the Greater Houston Region

AAMA, the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans, announces senior leadership promotions while celebrating elevated performance at AAMA's George I. Sanchez Charter Schools. Daisy Morales will serve as interim CEO, while Adolfo Melara becomes President and Superintendent, and Debbie Ortiz becomes COO.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Street Olympics Board Members to Host Final Event Featuring 1,200 Youth Athletes Competing in Street Games like Hula Hoop, Jump Rope and Foot Races

Games Help Improve Youth’s Confidence, Self-esteem and Leadership Abilities

Youth athletes from 55 agencies participating in the Harris County Street Olympics Summer Games will vie for medals on Friday, August 5 at the Final Event, which features exciting competition in so-called street games hosted by the nonprofit organization and Commissioner Rodney Ellis.

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Rockets' Jalen Green is Ready to Shed the "Rookie" Label

The media huddled around the Houston Rockets practice facility microphone, still laughing about rookie Alperen Sengun’s favorite English phrase he learned during his first year in the United States. Another young man walks in with a massive smile on his face and greets everyone in his presence.

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Visit CIityCentre to Shop, Dine, and Experience Something New!

Houston-based Midway, a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, is pleased to announce that CITYCENTRE and its dynamic lineup of tenants are providing guests with new offerings and promotions through June 30, 2023. The premier mixed-use destination for upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment is elevating the experience for everyone visiting or living at CITYCENTRE.

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Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Delights Cookie Fans with Mega Drop Events

The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) has ushered in the much-anticipated cookie season with a series of exhilarating Cookie Mega Drop events across the Houston area. Beginning on Jan. 31 and culminating with the first day of sales on Feb. 10, these mega drops epitomize the spirit of teamwork and excitement as scouts eagerly prepare to share their delectable treats with the community.

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Solving the Problem of Sleep In Hospitals

When Dr. Joseph Schlesinger's mother was in the hospital, it was hard to speak with her by phone above the beeps and blips of medical devices. It was even harder for her to get some shut-eye.

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Jerry Philips named Political Advisor for Texas for Biden-Harris Campaign

I’m pleased to forward the announcement of the selection of Jerry Philips (my executive director when I co-chaired the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee) as Political Advisor for Texas for the Biden-Harris Presidential Campaign.

Applications Being Accepted for This Year’s Bird City Texas Program

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Audubon Texas are now accepting applications for the Bird City Texas Program’s (BCT) community certification. Communities selected each year must meet certain criteria showing how their city is working to protect birds and their habitat.