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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Calls Upon President to Support H.R. 4268, ‘Gun Safety, Not Sorry Act’ Extending Background Check Waiting Period to 7 Days

Jackson Lee: “Americans are demanding action to prevent the recurrence of mass carnage in our schools, places of worship, workplaces, and public spaces that results when military-style weapons like the AR-15 are obtained by mentally unstable persons. My Gun Safety Not Sorry Act imposes a common-sense 7-day waiting period on the purchase of such weapons and is regarded by Newsweek as the legislative proposal most likely to win passage in the Congress and be signed into law.”

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Rep. Ron Reynolds - Week of April 24, 2017

There are less than 30 days left in this 85th legislative session. As we head down the home stretch, I remain focused and committed to passing bills that support the priorities that majority of Texans care about: education, economic empowerment & development, healthcare, and criminal justice reform to name a few. I am also committed to helping kill bad bills that are divisive and not in the best interest of helping Texans. I urge you to stay engaged with me as we follow the progression of bills in their last stages.

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Biden-Harris Administration Unveils Groundbreaking Strategies to Foster Diversity & Opportunity in Higher Education

Revolutionizing Higher Education: A Comprehensive Report to Propel Inclusivity and Diversity in the Wake of Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Decision

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Join the Dance for a Cause: Sipping PositiviTea's Online Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast cancer affects millions of women every year and has a devastating impact on families and communities. In honor of International Women’s Month & National Hope Month, Sipping PositiviTea is hosting an online fundraiser to provide hope to breast cancer patients and care givers during the month of April. Sipping PositiviTea's 30 Days of Hope Campaign Empowers Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors.

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Xi Alpha Omega AKAs Joins the Houston Rockets for a Night of Celebration - Pearls and Basketball

The excitement was high at the recent Houston Rockets vs. the Denver Nuggets and the members of Xi Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated were part of the celebration in big numbers. Over 65 members had a enjoy a night that combined sisterhood, fun, pearls, and, of course, basketball.

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Bar 5015 Presents the ‘I am My Own Boss’ KIDpreneur’s Expo to the Houston Community in Hopes of Building Future CEOs

Bar 5015 is a black-owned business located at 5015 Almeda that is committed to providing opportunities to the community. The premier lounge and bar is widely known for their food, chill and relaxed ambiance, and stellar brunch.

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Rockets “Dynamic Duo” earns All-NBA Honors

Although the Houston Rockets did not complete their ultimate goal of winning an NBA Championship this year, on Wednesday their two superstars were awarded with some very high praise. The NBA announced their All-NBA teams and the Rockets James Harden (First Team) and Russell Westbrook (Third Team) were announced as two of the top-15 players in the league.

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Event Center Hosts Wedding Planner Competition to Celebrate Grand Opening

CC AT Morgan Falls Event Center is celebrating their grand opening by hosting a "Wedding Planner" competition featuring the most esteemed wedding planners in Houston, Texas. This event is tailored for couples who are recently engaged and married and are seeking to get wedding themed inspiration or those who simply need guidance on how to choose the right wedding planner for their special day. This event will feature celebrity event planners, chefs and a host of other vendors who will design unique love themes throughout the venue.

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Pacific Poké Opens First of Many Hawaiian Restaurants in Texas in Houston's Galleria Area

Pacific Poké is set to open December 17th, 2018, bringing Hawaiian cuisine to Houstonians in the Galleria area. Pacific Poké will serve the current trend-setting poké bowls, along with a variety of cooked Hawaiian items.

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Mayor Turner Appoints New Director of Communications

Mayor Sylvester Turner has appointed Mary Benton as the new Director of Communications effective immediately. Benton brings valuable years of experience in media relations, strategic communications, crisis communications, and social media strategy.

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Ted Cruz, Jimmy Kimmel to face off in one-on-one basketball game to benefit charity

Sen. Ted Cruz will face off against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel in a game of one-on-one basketball Saturday, with the proceeds to benefit two Houston-based charitable organizations, the comedian announced Monday night.

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Neighborhood Restoration Center Harvey Recovery Fair - August 18

August 18 Harvey Recovery Fair will connect residents to services

The City of Houston and community partners BakerRipley and Memorial Assistance Ministries operate 14 Neighborhood Restoration Centers (NRCs) at locations throughout Houston to offer guidance and support to residents in need of Harvey recovery assistance. The centers are staffed with case managers who consult with residents to assess their needs, help them prepare a recovery plan, and connect them to needed services and resources.

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The Story of King Josiah

Feature Film a Highlight of Houston Convention

The account of young King Josiah, found in the Bible, is a compelling story for both children and adults today. As a boy, Josiah becomes the king of Israel and almost immediately faces threats to his kingship. Does he give in to the bad influences or does he stand up for what he knows to be right? Josiah’s story is brought to life in this year’s feature film at the "Love Never Fails"! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

This Holiday Shopping Card Offers 20 Percent Discount at Over 550 Participating Greater Houston Retailers

One Hundred Percent of Card Sales Benefit the American Cancer Society

Shop, save money and save lives through the purchase of The Holiday Shopping Card, which takes place, October 24 – November 3, 2019.

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Kroger and Burns BBQ Team Up to Unveil On-Site Restaurant Inside Houston Kroger Store With Mayor Turner This Saturday

It all started in 1973 when Roy Burns Sr. started off his small local business venture selling barbecue to the Acres Home community in Houston, Tx. Today, Burn's Original BBQ (and sister restaurant Burns Burger Shack) are Texas staples that people come from all over the world to taste. Due to the overwhelming love of Burns Original BBQ, people have demanded that the BBQ hotspot cater their events, big and small, and they have for years. The Burns family is committed to helping their community as they provide scholarships, free food, and host community events yearly.

Congressman Al Green, Who Secured Over $90 Million for Brays Bayou, Celebrates Completion of Project Brays

On Thursday, May 26, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement: “The Brays Bayou Federal Damage Reduction Project, also known as Project Brays, is a $480 million joint effort between the Harris County Flood Control District and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to reduce flood damage along the Brays Bayou watershed. Project Brays is the largest project of its kind to date in the Houston area. It has helped mitigate severe flooding by widening 21 miles of Brays Bayou, repairing or replacing 32 bridges, as well as expanding four flood and stormwater retention basins that will collectively hold 3.5 billion gallons of water.”

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Houston Resident Launches Fundraising Campaign to Help Domestic Violence Survivors

Support this fundraising campaign to provide resources and safe spaces for survivors of domestic violence.

Houston Health Department Offering COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Six Months and Older

Under the recommendation of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), close to 20 million children 6 months through 5 years of age may receive their first dose of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine.

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Cast of 'Heartstopper' sings Whitney Houston against anti-LGBT protesters in viral video

The cast of Netflix's same-sex love story "Heartstopper" celebrated London Pride with a Whitney Houston dance party as they faced off with anti-LGBTQ protesters.

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The Open House With Realtor Falyn Davis

Welcome back to The Open House. It’s the beginning of a new month, meaning new opportunities to sell your home. According to the Houston Association of Realtors, almost 3,000 homes sold last week. Meaning, Houston’s real estate market is super hot!