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Prince Edward, Archie and Lilibet granted new royal titles

When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex had their first child, Archie, he wasn't granted a royal title. It's not clear whether one was offered by Queen Elizabeth II and refused, or not offered at all. But it raised eyebrows.

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NFIB Jobs Report: Small Businesses Report Record High Levels of Job Openings

Nearly half of small businesses have job openings they can’t fill

Forty-seven percent (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in the current period, according to NFIB’s monthly jobs report.

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Tucker Carlson's airing of security footage spills into January 6 criminal court cases

A lawyer representing one of five Proud Boys members on trial for seditious conspiracy asked a federal judge to throw out the case Thursday, saying that federal prosecutors hid "plainly exculpatory" US Capitol security footage played on Fox News host Tucker Carlson's show.

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Family Caregivers in Texas Provide $41 Billion in Unpaid Care to Loved Ones

Latest AARP research attaches $41 Billion value to the estimated 2.9 Billion hours of unpaid care that family caregivers provided in 2021.

The unpaid care provided by the 3.1 million caregivers in Texas is valued at $41 billion, according to new state data available in AARP’s latest report in the Valuing the Invaluable series. This is a $6 Billion increase in unpaid contributions since the last report was released in 2019. The report highlights the growing scope and complexity of family caregiving and highlights actions needed to address the many challenges of caring for parents, spouses, and other loved ones.

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The Ensemble Theatre is Serving Up the FLAVOR with ‘CLYDE’S!’

Right on time for Women’s History Month, The Ensemble Theatre’s next production, ‘CLYDE’S,’ showcases the talents and contributions of amazing female artistry. Written by Pulitzer Prize winning Playwright Lynn Nottage, ‘CLYDE’S’ is one of the most popular plays in the country. ‘CLYDE’S’ debuted on Broadway in 2021 and instantly became a favorite amongst theatre patrons and critics alike, going on to receive the Tony Award for Best Play in 2022.

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The Bacon Ranch McCrispy is Coming to McDonald’s in the Greater Houston Area Starting 3/13

The McDonald’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich quickly became a fan-favorite when it first hit US menus in 2021. And now, this beloved sandwich is joining some of the brand’s most iconic menu items – McNuggets®, McMuffin® sandwiches and McFlurry® desserts – with a fresh new name: McCrispy™.

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1 dead, 9 injured after what appears to be the 'result of a large crowd pushing' at a concert in Rochester, New York

A 33-year-old woman is dead and nine others are injured "as a result of a large crowd pushing" during a concert Sunday night in Rochester, New York, police said.

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4 US citizens missing in Mexico were there for medical procedures and targeted by mistake, US official says

Four US citizens who were assaulted and kidnapped in northeastern Mexico on Friday are believed to have been targeted by mistake, a US official with knowledge of the investigation told CNN, adding the Americans were in Mexico for medical procedures, according to receipts found in their vehicle.

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Borris L. Miles Statement on TEA Takeover of HISD

“I have been voicing my unwavering opposition to the potential state takeover of Houston Independent School District (HISD) for years. The situation at HISD that initiated the takeover has changed drastically. From the voters overturning the board of trustees to improving academic performance district-wide, HISD is on a new track of success.

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House Republicans introduce 'Parents Bill of Rights' aimed at oversight in education

House Republicans have introduced a bill aimed at increasing so-called parental rights in the classroom, continuing to emphasize an issue that has emerged as a central party platform.

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Elizabeth Holmes gave birth to her second child and wants to delay her prison sentence

Elizabeth Holmes, the former CEO of Theranos convicted of defrauding investors, is seeking to delay the start of her 11-year prison sentence because she has "two very young children" to be with.

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Michigan AG says she was among those targeted in threat to kill Jewish members of state government

A Michigan man allegedly threatened on social media to kill Jewish members of the Michigan government, the FBI said, and state Attorney General Dana Nessel says she was among those targeted.

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Racial homeownership gap larger now than a decade ago

While more Americans own homes today than a decade ago and the rate is increasing across all races, the gap between Black homeownership rates and that of any other race or ethnic group is even larger now than in 2011, according to a new analysis by the National Association of Realtors.

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Alex Murdaugh's defense begins to deliver closing arguments in his murder trial

Alex Murdaugh's defense began to deliver closing arguments in his murder trial on Thursday as they seek to raise reasonable doubt about whether he killed his wife and son in 2021.

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It’s International Recue Cat Day Best Friends Animal Society Offers Tips on How to Help Cats in Your Community

Did you know that Thursday, March 2 is International Rescue Cat Day? To commemorate the day Best Friends Animal Society, a leading animal welfare organization working to end the killing of cats and dogs in America’s shelters by 2025, wants to celebrate a milestone in cat lifesaving during 2022.

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Top awards and honors bestowed by Society for Range Management

Texas A&M faculty, alumna and students among recipients

Texas A&M AgriLife and Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences faculty, students and alumna were recognized for their positive impact in the field of rangeland science, as well as academic skill at the international Society for Range Management conference held Feb. 12-16 in Boise, Idaho.

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Jackson State University needs community votes to win Retool Your School grant

Jackson State University is aiming to secure up to $150,000 in a campus-improvement grant sponsored by Home Depot’s annual Retool Your School program.

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UGA star Jalen Carter responds after police say he was racing another car that crashed. The other driver and a teammate were killed

University of Georgia star defensive lineman Jalen Carter -- projected as a top pick in the NFL draft next month -- faces charges of reckless driving and racing in connection with a crash that killed teammate Devin Willock and team employee Chandler LeCroy, Athens-Clarke County police said.

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cullud wattah at Stages February 10-March 31

After appearing at The Public to widespread acclaim, this gorgeous, emotional play makes one of its first appearances outside New York at Stages. Winner of the 2021 Smith Blackburn Prize, cullud wattah follows three generations of Black women living through the current water crisis in Flint, Michigan. It’s been 936 days since Flint has had clean water. A third-generation General Motors employee, Marion is consumed by layoffs at the engine plant.

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Houston native Jenn Rossi makes a go of it selling Texas wines through The Cause Urban Winery, winning awards along the way

Proceeds from sales of the four wines go to four Houston charities

A passion for wine and winemaking, an entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for charity motivated Houston native Jennifer (Jenn) Rossi to start The Cause Urban Winery (The Cause) in 2019, which is now offering four Texas wines and winning major awards. Rossi’s hard work and dedication have paid off, with 2023 proving to be an award-winning year, notching silver and bronze medals in prestigious competitions. The impressive awards list includes: