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Binki headlines Rice’s KTRU Outdoor Show March 30

University’s 32nd annual free and open musical festival is hosted by its student-run radio station

For over three decades, KTRU-LP 96.1 FM, Rice University’s student-run radio station, has hosted a springtime music festival on the tree-lined campus that’s free and open to the public. KTRU’s 32nd annual Outdoor Show March 30 will once again take place all afternoon and into the evening on the grassy Central Quad off Alumni Dr. and features a diverse array of acts from around the country.

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As flu tapers off, Covid-19 again shows signs of a winter spike

First, the respiratory virus season brought us RSV to worry about, and then came influenza. Now, Covid-19, which had taken a back seat to those viruses, is once again becoming a menace, and health officials are urging people to stay vigilant.

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Natural Hair the Movie is an Answer to Chris Rock’s ‘Good Hair’

Grind Over Matter Films is currently in production on a new documentary film entitled Natural Hair the Movie. “People say to us, when we talk about our movie, that it reminds them of Chris Rock’s movie Good Hair. Even though we like his movie, this film is different because it provides a solution to where Good Hair left off,” says Reginald Titus Jr., the Director and Executive Producer of Natural Hair the Movie. “We respect the fact that Chris Rock was able to get the conversation started.”

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Phoebe Robinson could be your new BFF

Phoebe Robinson is U2's biggest fan, a worshipper of all things Oprah, and someone with an unapologetic love of "the Aidan years" of "Sex and the City."

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No. 1 Houston survives OT upset scare after dramatic buzzer beater from No. 9 Texas A&M with Sweet 16 now set

The No. 1 seeded Houston Cougars survived an overtime upset scare in the men’s March Madness after the No. 9 seed Texas A&M Aggies hit a dramatic buzzer-beating three-pointer at the end of regulation on Sunday.

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Measles outbreak in central Ohio ends after 85 cases, all among children who weren't fully vaccinated

A measles outbreak in central Ohio that sickened 85 children has been declared over, officials at Columbus Public Health announced Sunday. None of the children died, but 36 were hospitalized.

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IVF Births Account for 2% of US Newborns: Here's What You Need to Know

Talk to a group of 100 people born in the United States, and chances are two of them were born as the result of in vitro fertilization, said Dr. Zev Williams, director of the Columbia University Fertility Center.

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What the bombs mailed to the Clintons, Obamas and CNN could tell us about their maker

The bombs sent to prominent Democrats and CNN were simple but functional, and there are signs whoever was behind the attempted attacks didn't know much about making bombs or disguising them, experts say.

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Examination of the substance in Brittney Griner's vape cartridges violated Russian law, defense expert says

The examination of the substance contained in vape cartridges that WNBA star Brittney Griner's carried at a Moscow airport in February did not comply with Russian law, a defense expert testified Tuesday in her high-stakes drug-smuggling trial.

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Commissioner Ellis’ Request for Harris County to Join SB4 Lawsuit with Other Texas Cities Declined by Commissioners Court

Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Tuesday asked Harris County to join other Texas counties and cities in a lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 4, the “show-me-your-papers” legislation, but the other Commissioners declined to get involved in the legal challenge. During the regular Commissioners Court meeting, Commissioner Ellis made a motion asking Harris County to join the lawsuit, but there was no second to it, meaning no vote was taken on the agenda item.

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Tornado Watch Until 1 p.m. For SE Texas

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1 p.m. Tuesday for Austin, Brazoria, Calhoun, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Grimes, Harris, Jackson, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Walker, Waller, Washington & Wharton counties.

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Promoter Blames ISIS For Absence Of Future, Snoop Dogg, & More From His Super Bowl Event

A Super Bowl promoter is trying to blame ISIS for his failed event this past weekend.

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Harden Carries Rockets To Game 1 Win Over Westbrook, Thunder

In Game 1 of the marquee matchup between teammates-turned-MVP frontrunners Russell Westbrook and James Harden on Sunday night, the latter walked away victorious.

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Congressman Gene Green Responds to President Trump’s Address to Congress

Congressman Gene Green (TX-29) released the following statement following President Trump’s address to joint session of Congress:

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Food Drive Thursday in Galveston

Food Drive Thursdays continue this week, offering guests a chance to save money on admission to Festival of Lights while helping those in need.

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Latino Voters Are Making the Democrats Sweat

Democrats see their fortunes rising with constituencies they’ll need to run up big victories in the midterm elections. They expect to do especially well with suburban women, even non-college-educated women, and are optimistic about millennials and a decent turnout by African-Americans. They’re concerned, however, about Latinos, especially men.

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Federal Appeals Court’s Ruling Upholds Most Of Texas’ ‘Sanctuary Cities’ Law

A panel of three U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals judges ruled that most of the state’s immigration enforcement legislation, Senate Bill 4, can remain in effect while the case plays out, handing a victory to Gov. Greg Abbott and Republican supporters of the legislation.

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Diamond Griffith Earns Miss Black Harris County Title

Diamond Griffith earns Miss Black Harris County title and will represent the county in the Miss Black Texas Pageant.

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Texas Congressman Beto O'Rourke Stands Up for NFL Players Who Take a Knee During National Anthem

Rep. Beto O'Rourke, the Democratic nominee running in the 2018 Texas Senate race against Republican Ted Cruz, has taken a stance in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Re-Entry Program Gives Ex-Offenders a Fighting Chance

More than 150,000 men and women are incarcerated in Texas. Upon release, those who’ve made retribution often find themselves in circumstances that are akin to punishment.