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Texan Voters Unsure If State Can Tackle Power Grid Issues, Survey Says

Latest Survey Shows Texan Voters Want Weatherization/Winterization of Electric Grid But Doubt Legislated Policy Will Deliver

When Winter Storm Uri hit, many Texans lost power from February 14-20, resulting in losses of lives and economic activity, and damages to their homes that for some are still not completely repaired. Now, four months later as demand for electricity has increased at the start of the summer amid tight supply, Texans continue to prioritize improvements to the power grid, albeit with doubt as to whether the Texas Legislature and Governor can get the job done.

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Stages Announces 2022-2023 Season

45th Season includes 5 world premieres, celebrates Stages’ signature intimacy and scope

Stages’ 2022-2023 Season showcases local artists and draws from a range of communities and traditions to share stories with big impact and heart

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Boss Babes Who Pray Shuts Down Houston #Recap

The 2022 “Boss Babes Who Pray” Conference (A two day event for Christian business women and executives; held in 3 cities, two continents and two countries) kicked off March 15th 2022, in Houston, Texas.

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How major companies handle and botch public relations crises

Over the past several days, two major American companies found themselves facing public relations disasters. A fatal engine failure aboard a Southwest flight left the airline scrambling to ensure passengers that its planes are safe. And Starbucks was in the spotlight after two black men were arrested while waiting for a friend.

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Traveling to France during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to France, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Texas Ranks High Nationally for Women-owned Businesses

Great news for women in business in Texas! Recent studies indicate women-owned businesses are the most successful in Texas.

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Local Teen Headed to the Grammys

Musicians dream of going to the Grammy's, and at 17 years old, Alexandria DeWalt gets to live out that vision this February. T

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Mardi Gras Flash Mob Ends With Marriage Proposal

A young man used Mardi Gras and a dance routine during his marriage proposal in Galveston over the weekend.

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Chemical Leak Causes Evacuation At TSU Science Building

Several HFD vehicles are on the scene of an evacuation at the Texas Southern University Science Building due to a chemical leak.

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Trae tha Truth Hits the Road to Bring Relief to Hurricane Victims

Trae tha Truth and the Relief Gang are on the road headed to the Carolinas to give assistance to the victims of Hurricane Florence.

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Noose Photo Stirring Up Controversy in Harris County

A photo of Harris County Constable candidate Ken Jones has resurfaced on the Internet causes a lot of controversy.

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State Leaders to Debate Nixing Daylight Saving Time in Texas

State lawmakers will debate the merits of daylight saving time in a legislative hearing.

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Dr. Austin A. Lane Appointed to Texas Children's Hospital Board of Trustees

Dr. Austin A. Lane, president of Texas Southern University (TSU), has been appointed to serve on the Texas Children’s Hospital Board of Trustees. Ranked 4th nationally among all children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, TCH is a leader in pediatric and women’s health.

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Texas Dioceses to Release Names of Clergy Credibly Accused of Sex Abuse of Minors

From Diocese of Beaumont - Bishop Curtis Guillory, SVD, joined other Texas bishops today in announcing their decision to release names of clergy credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors.

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HoustonISD Classes Resume Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

All HISD schools, offices and facilities will resume normal operations Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

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LL Cool J and a Host of the Culture's Biggest Icons Set to be Honored at The 5th Annual Urban One Honors in ATL

Today, Urban One is taping the 5th annual URBAN ONE HONORS in Atlanta, GA. The two-hour telecast will premiere on Monday, January 16, 2023, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, on TV One and Cleo TV, a division of Urban One and will be hosted by R&B singer and actor, Tank. The televised event heralds the accomplishments of individuals who have made extraordinary contributions in entertainment, media, music, education, and the community.

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Lexus UPTOWN Honors Hollywood Celebrates Legacy of Black Comedians

Actors/Comics Cedric the Entertainer and Deon Cole Among Those Being Recognized for Breaking Barriers in Hollywood

On March 8 at the Sunset Room Hollywood, Lexus and UPTOWN Magazine will collaborate once again -- this time to proudly honor the contributions of Black comedians to American culture, arts, and entertainment. The event coincides with the 50th anniversary of hip hop (2023), as Guy Torry's iconic documentary "Phat Tuesdays: The Era of Hip Hop Comedy," explores the intersection of the music genre and Black comedy during a significant time in the 1990s.

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4 People Found Dead in Basement in New York

New York authorities are investigating the deaths of four people after the bodies were found in a basement apartment in Troy a day after Christmas.

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Ecuador’s most notorious gang leader lived ‘like a king’ while locked up; his jailbreak shines light on country’s lawless prisons

With its four-piece bathroom suite, queen-size bed and mini fridge, the untidy prison cell of the notorious leader of the Los Choneros gang, José Adolfo Macías, could have been in a hotel instead of one of Ecuador’s largest prison complexes.

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Ex-NC State Basketball Star Charles Shackleford Found Dead

Police in North Carolina say former North Carolina State basketball star Charles Shackleford has been found dead in his home. He was 50.