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As the Feb. 20 Review for FEMA’s Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) Program Approaches, Efforts Continue to Help Remaining Survivors Move to Permanent Housing

With tens of thousands of households already transitioned out of FEMA’s temporary hotel sheltering program, recovery officials are working to assist those still remaining as they move toward more permanent housing before the program eventually ends.

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Bill and Melinda Gates have been working on their divorce since 2019, WSJ reports

Bill and Melinda Gates have been in the process of getting divorced for two years, according to The Wall Street Journal.

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Frustration grows over fractured COVID-19 vaccine rollout

There’s growing frustration about the fractured COVID-19 vaccine rollout as we continue to deal with the pandemic. Thousands of shots are being given in the Philadelphia region every day, but it’s not enough.

Michelle Lujan Grisham leading contender to lead HHS, expected to be nominated

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is the leading contender to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, people familiar with the matter tell CNN, and is expected to be nominated for one of the most critical roles in President-elect Joe Biden's Cabinet.

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Mayor Turner joins local, state and federal leaders to call for equity in state's COVID-19 vaccine supply distribution

On Saturday, Mayor Sylvester Turner toured the Harris Health System's Settegast Community Health Clinic, where 600 high-risk and vulnerable people received the first shot of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine through a partnership with the Houston Health Department.

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Texas Department Of Criminal Justice To Resume In-Person Visitation

Beginning Monday, March 15, 2021, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice will resume in-person visitation at all units statewide. Visitors on official visitation lists may begin registering for Face 2 Face in-person visitation times starting Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. by calling the unit of assignment of the inmate they would like to visit. In coming days, the call-in scheduling system will be replaced by an on-line visit booking system.

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Jeff Gladney, Arizona Cardinals cornerback, dies at 25

Jeff Gladney, a cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals, died in a car crash Monday morning in Dallas, according to the team's official website.

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Kanye West dropped by Balenciaga

Fashion powerhouse Balenciaga has officially severed ties with Kanye West following a series of antisemitic posts and other controversial comments from the rapper, according to a report from Women's Wear Daily citing a statement from Balenciaga's parent company.

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Early and absentee voting ramps up as almost 7.3 million ballots cast in 2022 midterms

Nearly 7.3 million ballots have already been cast across 39 states, according to data from election officials, Edison Research and Catalist. Pre-election voting remains on pace with 2018, the highest midterm voter turnout in recent history, across the states where Catalist has data for both cycles.

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Search intensifies for California teen Kiely Rodni, who may have been abducted after a party

Friends, family and authorities are scrambling to find 16-year-old Kiely Rodni after she disappeared following a campground party in Northern California.

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Wreckshop Films Continues The Legacy of Highlighting Houston Talent With The Release Of Dirty 3rd Threequel “The Dirty 3rd: Next Generation” In Partnership With 7 Kings Entertainment, & 8 Queens Film

With over 25 years of celebrating Houston-based rappers, actors, and entertainers, Wreckshop Films(Wreckshop Records), is back and excited to announce the release of The Dirty 3rd: Next Generation soundtrack and movie starring NAACP Nominated Actor-Clifton Powell, Wreckshop Records CEO-Derrick (D-Reck) Dixon, Comedian-Chico Bean, Houston-Based Rapper-Propain, and Actor-Dakarai Akil. The film and soundtrack is in collaboration with 8 Queens Film & Media Productions, 7 Kings Entertainment,

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A Pennsylvania police chief was killed after he 'ran towards danger' pursuing a suspect

A police chief who ran after a fleeing suspect Monday was shot in the head and "made the ultimate sacrifice," Pennsylvania officials said.

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HCTX Voting: Elevating Election Excellence – Teneshia Hudspeth Empowers Election Clerks for November 7, 2023

In a dazzling display of proactive leadership, Teneshia Hudspeth, the indefatigable Harris County Clerk, orchestrated a momentous event earlier today. With unwavering determination and unwavering resolve, she deputized a cadre of diligent election clerks, setting the stage for a seamlessly executed transition and avert any potential disruptions or delays in the intricate choreography of the forthcoming November 7, 2023, election.

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Gospel Greats Vanessa Bell Armstrong and Tramaine Hawkins to Perform at Event to Commemorate Renaming of Kimble Park and Honor Local Activist

During Women’s History Month, Abounding Prosperity Inc. and the City of Dallas Host Dedication and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Honoring Irene H. Trigg-Myers’ South Dallas Park

In partnership with The City of Dallas, Abounding Prosperity, Inc. will host a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony in honor of the late, Ms. Irene H. Trigg-Myers, one of the founders of Abounding Prosperity, Inc., where the 1.2 acre Kimble Park will be renamed in her honor for her contributions to the Southern Dallas community. Commissioned by the City of Dallas as part of its effort to redress greenspace disparities and revitalize historically underserved neighborhoods, the name change and dedication ceremony will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Kimble Park, 2215 Warren Avenue, Dallas 75215. Dignitaries from the City of Dallas Park and Recreation Department, the Dallas Police Department Community Liaison, and other city officials will be in attendance to mark the celebration.

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New Mexico State men's basketball program is suspended over hazing allegations

New Mexico State University has suspended its men's basketball program over hazing allegations within the team, the school announced Saturday.

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Introducing IONNA: Revolutionizing EV Charging in North America

Get ready for a monumental shift in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure as IONNA, the high-powered EV charging network, officially begins operations in North America. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by seven major automakers including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, has received regulatory approval and is set to redefine the EV charging landscape across the continent.

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Get Ready to Vote: Harris County's First-Ever Joint Primary Elections Tomorrow, March 5!

Attention, Houstonians! Tomorrow marks a historic moment as Harris County hosts its inaugural Joint Primary Elections. With over 500 vote centers open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., voters have the opportunity to make their voices heard and shape the future of our community. Under the countywide polling place program, voters can cast their ballots at any vote center in Harris County. Check out www.HarrisVotes.com for a list of vote centers and wait times.

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Houston's New Era in Transit Leadership: Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock to Spearhead METRO as Board Chair

Houston Mayor John Whitmire has taken a pivotal step in transforming the city's transit system by nominating Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock to be the next Board Chair of the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Houston METRO), now officially with the green light from the City Council and METRO's board.

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Marijuana use during pregnancy linked to autism in babies, study says

In what they call the largest study ever done, researchers found using marijuana while pregnant may increase the risk that a child will develop autism.

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Are More Hollywood Hacks On The Horizon?

As studios and networks put their movies and shows into the hands of consumers on more platforms, they face the pressing challenge of how to keep their content out of the hands of hackers, according to Grady Summers, chief technology officer at information security firm FireEye.