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DOJ watchdog report finds chronic failures by Bureau of Prisons contributes to deaths of hundreds of inmates

Chronic failures by the Bureau of Prisons contributed to the deaths of hundreds of federal prison inmates, the Department of Justice’s Inspector General said in a blistering report released Thursday.

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Kansas City shooting believed spurred by personal dispute, law enforcement officials say; 2 juveniles among 3 detained

Kansas City police have detained three people – two of them juveniles – in connection with Wednesday’s shooting after the Chiefs’ Super Bowl celebration rally, Police Chief Stacey Graves said Thursday.

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‘The Space Race’ brings an out-of-this-world perspective to Black History Month

The annual influx of Black History Month programming yields an out-of-this-world documentary in “The Space Race,” which recognizes pioneers in integrating the space program, the resistance they faced and even the Soviet Union preceding America in sending a person of color into orbit. From the title to the execution, this National Geographic presentation has the right stuff.

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Medication abortion via telehealth is as safe/effective as with a clinic visit

Research has long found that medication abortion is safe and effective, but a new study shows that to be true even when the patient gets the medicine through a telehealth appointment.

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Blinding headlights are mostly an American problem - why?

Imagine if you could drive at night with your high beams on all the time, bathing the road ahead in bright light but without ever blinding other drivers.

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Investigators search for what motivated a shooting that left 1 dead and more than 20 wounded at Chiefs Super Bowl celebration

Police are working to figure out who opened fire and why after they say one person was killed and more than 20 wounded at the end of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory rally Wednesday, sending fans in red jerseys running for cover as law enforcement swarmed the area, confetti still blowing in the wind.

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Student faces attempted murder charges in alleged plot to carry out school shooting - classmate raises concerns

A high school student in California was arrested and is facing attempted murder charges in a plot to carry out a shooting on campus that was uncovered after a classmate expressed concerns the teen was “fixated on school shootings and had access to weapons,” police said.

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Museum Celebrates Black Art Houston Weekend with Free Admission Day and Program On Sunday, February 18

Join Holocaust Museum Houston (HMH) in celebrating Black History Month with a special event as part of Black Art Houston Weekend. On Sunday, February 18th, HMH will open its doors for a free admission day, allowing visitors to explore its permanent galleries and the featured exhibition, The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection. Thanks to the generosity of Shell USA, guests can enjoy this immersive experience without any cost.

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5,200 years ago, ‘Vittrup Man’ violently died in a bog ; now, researchers know his story

About 5,200 years ago, a man’s life ended violently in a peat bog in northwest Denmark. Now, researchers have used advanced genetic analyses to tell the unexpected story of “Vittrup Man,” the oldest known immigrant in Denmark’s history.

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Starbucks/Bank of America partner for new ways to earn rewards

Starbucks customers who use a Bank of America card will now get additional cash back for their purchases as part of a new partnership between the two companies.

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Kim Ogg Champions Victims' Rights at the ACLU District Attorney Candidate Forum

Houston an empowering evening for justice and reform, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg stood firm on her record of innovative accomplishments at the ACLU District Attorney Candidate Forum. As she addressed a room of engaged citizens, Ogg highlighted her administration's success in spearheading diversion pro- grams aimed at reducing recidivism and strengthening community safety.

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Big Polluters vs. Our Kids

Far too often, big polluters feed us the lie that we have to choose between clean air or a healthy economy. Last week, the Biden-Harris administration made a big move that shows Americans do not have to choose. The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) released updated protective air quality standards that will save both lives and money.

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Houston Style Magazine Presents: Super Tuesday – A Call to the Polls! Houston, the Stage is Set for Early Voting on Super Tuesday

The heart of democracy beats stronger this Tuesday, February 20, as Early Voting commences in Texas and 14 other proud states across our nation. This pivotal moment in our presidential election process is not just about delegate counts; it's a vibrant showcase of local democracy in action, with numerous crucial nominations at stake.

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Houston Celebrates Empowerment at AAMA’s Inaugural Galentine’s Day Fundraiser – Te AAMA

The Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans (AAMA) marked a new tradition with its first ‘Te-AAMA’ Galentine’s Day Fundraiser Luncheon. Held at the prestigious Junior League of Houston, the event, which lasted from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., was not just a gathering but a vibrant celebration of empowerment, solidarity, and the community’s unwavering support for AAMA’s vital programs.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson in no hurry to address foreign aid request; others weigh re-writing Senate-passed plan

Speaker Mike Johnson is telling his House Republican Conference members that he is not rushing to respond to a bill sending aid to Ukraine and Israel, as GOP lawmakers weigh their options for how to handle the Senate-passed package.

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House Intel Chairman announces ‘serious national security threat,’ sources say relates to Russia

House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner has made intelligence around a “serious national security threat” available to all members of Congress to review. Two sources familiar with the matter and a US official tell CNN the threat is related to Russia.

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Houston Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Child Molestation

District Attorney Kim Ogg Vows Justice

Sherman Lee Johnson, 66, received a 25-year prison term without parole for sexually abusing children, confirmed by Harris County DA Kim Ogg, who emphasized the severity of his crimes

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Riding the Wave of Innovation: Tesla Model Y Takes the Crown

The year, 2023 marked a pivotal year for the automotive industry, with the Tesla Model Y establishing itself as the undisputed champion of global vehicle sales.

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Hit-and-Run Leaves National Guardsman with Traumatic Brain Injury; Mother Feels Forgotten After a Year

A hit-and-run crash left an army national guardsman fighting for his life. Now, one year later, his mom feels alone in her ongoing battle to care for him. The Nightteam’s Heather Walker has tonight’s 7 Investigates.

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Smoking’s effects on immune system can last years

Smoking tobacco is so harmful to the body that it changes a person’s immune system, leaving them vulnerable to more disease and infection even years after they’ve quit, a new study found.