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Money, Racism Major Factors in Death Among Houston Black Mothers

Death in childbirth is killing African-American mothers and babies in 10 Houston-area zip codes more than others, according to University of Houston researchers.

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Protests break out after Catalonia ex-leader Carles Puigdemont detained

Protests broke out in Barcelona Sunday after news that Catalonia's former separatist leader Carles Puigdemont had been detained in Germany.

Houston-Area School Declared Over 1,700 Active COVID Cases Less Than One Week After Session Started

One week or less after Houston-area schools started their sessions, the school district website reported over 1,700 active COVID-19 cases among their students.

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Announces Most Ambitious Fundraising Event in its History

BIG NIGHT (At the Museum), presented with YouTube, offers an unprecedented opportunity to witness today’s country music masters connecting with historic instruments.

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, in partnership with YouTube and the country music community, will stage the most ambitious digital fundraiser in the museum’s history, BIG NIGHT (At the Museum). Premiering at 8 p.m. CDT on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020, the program is free to view on the museum’s YouTube channel.

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Knowledge is Power: On Financial Literacy

It’s a simple concept, yet it is difficult to fully define. It’s an important goal, yet is a moving target. It’s an expected reality of most adults, yet it is not something that’s taught in primary or secondary schools. Financial literacy is mostly about knowledge, yet most people aren’t aware of the resources available to them.

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Martinville Drive Roadway Pavement Replacement Schedule

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin would like to announce that repairs are scheduled to begin along Martinville Drive today, January 8, 2018. The scope of work includes the replacement of existing pavement with new asphalt concrete pavement as well as ditch regrading. Construction is anticipated to be completed by early Spring 2019.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Calls on Harris County Officials and the Texas Secretary of State to Address Voting Irregularities and Ensure that All Who Can Vote Do Vote and All in Line to Vote be

Jackson Lee—“There are long lines at polling places throughout Harris County, which are being met with indifference and hostility from some voting officials. This conduct must stop immediately because it sends the message that their vote is not important. This is not consistent with the message that ‘every vote counts.’”

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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 3400 Bremond

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man found at 3400 Bremond about 5:50 p.m. last Friday (October 27).

Archeologists uncover hidden neighbourhood in ancient Maya city

Despite the ruins of Tikal being one of the most thoroughly studied archeological sites in the world, archeologists recently uncovered a hidden neighbourhood near the ancient Maya city.

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Melissa Noriega Backs John Whitmire for Houston Mayor

Melissa Noriega, Former State Representative and Former City Councilmember of Houston, officially endorses John Whitmire.

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Alabama NAACP to Protest Sessions Nomination Tuesday

NAACP President Cornell William Brooks to Join Protests at Sessions' Mobile, AL Office

NAACP President and CEO Cornell William Brooks will join with local Alabama chapters of the NAACP for a statewide protest of the nomination of Senator Jefferson Beauregard Sessions III for U.S. Attorney General.

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Free Workout Classes for Veterans On November 11th

Veterans Day is Saturday, November 11, and to show appreciation for our country’s brave service members, the Orangetheory Fitness studios in Houston will offer veterans a FREE workout any time from Saturday, November 11 until Sunday, November 12.

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Statement from Senator Miles on Council Member Larry Green

"I am shocked and saddened by the death of Council Member Larry Green. Council Member Green was an incredible leader and an advocate for the community. He worked to increase economic development and opportunities in his district, improve policing to keep families safe and over the past six months, on Harvey recovery. He was well-respected among community leaders, business leaders and the Texas delegation and worked hard to ensure Houston was in the best position possible for success.

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Space Center Houston’s Cosmic Spring Break Lineup Offers Incredible Experience

Touch a rare Mars meteorite, see where astronauts train, engineer a robot or have lunch with an astronaut during Space Center Houston’s Cosmic Spring Break, presented by the city of Webster March 11-19.

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The Story Behind Houston Attorney Adrian Patterson

Houston Style sat down with legal eagle Adrian Patterson to learn more about his path from humble beginnings to becoming Houston’s go-to attorney for public finance at Andrews Kurth Kenyon LLP. And there is no doubt he will be an integral part of Houston’s future for decades to come.

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Group Wants Houston to Remove Iconic Hermann Park Statue

The iconic statue of Sam Houston has been a focal point seen in Houston’s Hermann Park since 1925.

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HPD Reminds Citizens to Sign Up for 911 Emergency Profile System

Houston Police Assistant Chief Henry Gaw and members of the Houston Fire Department, representatives from Greater Harris County 911 and the Mayor's Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security urge citizens to create their own "Emergency Profile."

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An Interview with Houston Public Library Quarterly (HPLQ) Author Attica Locke

Houston native, Hollywood writer Attica Locke will discuss her latest award-winning mystery novel, Bluebird,Bluebird on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 6:30 PM to 8 PM in the Houston Public Library’s Julia Ideson Building Auditorium, 550 McKinney St., 77002. After the discussion, Locke will be joined by a Houston Chronicle guest reporter for a conversation followed by a book sale hosted by Brazos Bookstore and signing.

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Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale to Be Honored by Main Street Theater

The Big DO - February 2, 2018 - 3400 Main Street, 77002

Houston icon and hero Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale will be honored by Main Street Theater on February 2 at the theater’s fundraising event. The Big DO will raise money to support the theater’s far-reaching children’s education and outreach programs (impacting over 130,000 children in the Greater Houston Area yearly).

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30 Organizations Set to Compete for Their Next Hire on Thursday, July 15th

City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department and SERJobs Team Up for 4th Annual Career Opportunity Fair

The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department and workforce opportunity nonprofit SERJobs will host a career opportunity fair. Representatives from more than 30 employers and vendors are expected to participate and seek qualified candidates for hundreds of open positions and second-chance opportunities in a variety of industries, such as construction, education, hotel & restaurant, and medical, throughout the Houston area.