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Community Corner: Emancipation Park: An Historical Treasure of Houston

Tired of feeling captive, a group of former slaves utilized their resources and talents to raised $1,000 to buy 10 acres of land in Houston 147 years ago to create a space where they could just be free. The space would become Emancipation Park, the central hub of generations coming together with a sense of community. Passing years has seen the park at its ups and downs causing it to be revitalized in 2006 by TIRZ7 and again this year with a $33 million renovation.

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Houston Area Jobs: H-E-B and Joe V’s Smart Shop are Hiring

H-E-B and Joe V’s Smart shop are hiring immediately: H-E-B is hiring for the following positions: Overnight stocker, day- time stocker, checker and bagger.

Free COVID-19 testing in Kingwood

The City of Houston's Health Department and Office of Emergency Management has partnered with the Texas Division of Emergency Management to provide Free COVID-19 testing. Appointments are required.

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Men’s March Madness: Everything you need to know about national championship game between UConn/Purdue

History beckons for both UConn and Purdue in the national championship game on Monday.

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Masters start delayed amid bad weather at Augusta National

The start to The Masters has been delayed and patrons will be admitted to the first major of the calendar later than expected due to bad weather at Augusta National, organizers said.

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Why Trump's Visit to Capitol Hill Could Get Tense

President Trump faces huge personnel and policy decisions while visiting the Hill this week to push tax reform. His upcoming trip to Asia could be ... complicated. And will he push for a new Fed Chair to replace Janet Yellen?

Trump's former press secretary details his mysterious 2019 hospital visit in behind-the-scenes look at his White House

Former President Donald Trump's secret visit to Walter Reed in 2019 appeared to be for a routine colonoscopy, according to Stephanie Grisham, Trump's former press secretary and first lady Melania Trump's chief of staff.

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Why Biden really doesn't want to cancel his overseas trip

It happens to every American president: a trip abroad gets derailed when crises are unfolding at home.

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Civil Rights, Housing, and Community Development Organizations Urge HUD to Maintain Critical Fair Housing Tool

Seventy-six national civil rights, faith-based, affordable housing, and other organizations have voiced their strong opposition to the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s sudden decision to effectively suspend the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) regulation.

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Chinese Billionaire Sues Social Media Accounts Over 'malicious rumors'

One of China's richest men is taking legal action against "rumormongers," accusing them of spreading fake news about him and his company.

Boris Johnson has split from his top scientists on coronavirus

There was a time when Boris Johnson claimed his government was following the science at every step of its plan for dealing with the coronavirus.

Trump takes last swipe at Affordable Care Act before Election Day

The Trump administration took another step to weaken the Affordable Care Act with Election Day looming, approving Georgia's controversial request to make fundamental changes to its Obamacare exchange.

New Report Shows State Rep. Sarah Davis has Consistently Voted Against Hurricane Relief for Her Houston-Area Constituents

Sarah Davis Votes for Her Own Political Benefit Over the Needs of Her Constituents

Yesterday, a report published by the Texas Signal shows State Rep. Sarah Davis’ voted against helping storm survivors like those impacted by 2017’s Hurricane Harvey as she racked up campaign donations from groups like Texans for Lawsuit Reform.

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Commissioner Ellis, Mayor Turner Announce Precinct One’s Commitment to Spend up to $10 Million on Pedestrian and Bike Improvements

Projects Within City of Houston Will Improve Mobility and Protect the Environment

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced on April 16 that Precinct One will commit to spend up to $10 million for one year on pedestrian- and bike-safety improvements on Houston streets in Precinct One.

Governor Abbott Announces Emergency Waiver Of Federal Match Requirement For Victims Services Grant Recipients

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that his Public Safety Office (PSO) will provide a one-time emergency waiver of the federally required cash or in-kind match contribution required for the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and STOP Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant funds. This waiver follows an unprecedented match waiver process recently initiated for states by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime and Office on Violence Against Women.

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Coca-Cola will sell Dasani in aluminum cans and bottles

Coca-Cola is giving Dasani a green makeover to help meet its environmental goals and boost interest in its biggest water brand.

Business Betrayals: Protecting Yourself From Workplace Treachery

Betrayal in business can come in many forms. A supervisor who gives specific directions for a project, then lays the blame squarely on you when things go awry. An employee who fails to inform you of a high-end client’s unhappiness, leaving you blindsided and feeling the CEO’s wrath when the client cancels a contract.

Big Tech hearings; More bank earnings; Ryanair's Max problem

1. Tech grilling: It's an important day in Washington for Big Tech

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Mayor Sylvester Turner Makes It Official: He’s on the Ballot!

Mayor Sylvester Turner filed his paperwork today to appear on the ballot for a second term in the November 5 city election. Today is the first day that candidates can file.

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Democrats Unveil Bill to Expand Protections Against Workplace

A group of Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday are unveiling sweeping legislation to strengthen and expand federal protections aimed at preventing workplace harassment and discrimination nationwide.