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Harris Health Sees Virtual Care Success in the Midst of Coronavirus Response

As the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19 disease wreaks havoc on our community and healthcare system, telemedicine and virtual care have quickly become important tools to safely treat patients and contain the spread of infection at hospitals and health centers. In response, Harris Health System has conducted nearly 20,000 virtual visits since mid-March using its enhanced Virtual Care Program.

Artists, Activists, Labor & Civil Rights Leaders Pen Letter of Support To Latino Community After El Paso Shooting and ICE Raids

America Ferrera, Eva Longoria, Diane Guerrero, Alex Martinez Kondracke, Mónica Ramírez, and Olga Segura, Along With Jennifer Lopez, Gina Rodriguez, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Carmen Perez, Anthony D. Romero, Wilmer Valderrama, Zoe Saldana, Salma Hayek Pinault, Ricky Martin, Rosario Dawson, Diego Luna, Dolores Huerta, Sandra Cisneros and More Sign Letter Published in the New York Times, El Nuevo Herald, La Opinión, and El Diario

Donald Trump has some *deep* thoughts on Medina Spirit

The big news in the sporting world over the weekend was that Medina Spirit, the surprise winner of the Kentucky Derby, had tested positive for an anti-inflammatory drug that is often used to mask injury or ease joint pain in thoroughbred racehorses.

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Fully vaccinated people can travel at low risk to themselves, new CDC guidance says

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday released a highly anticipated update to travel guidance for people who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19, eliminating some testing and quarantine recommendations.

NBC Public Health Analyst: Invest in Our Children Now for the Sake of Our Country’s Future

NBC public health analyst, pediatrician and activist Dr. Irwin Redlener has a powerful message for all of us: too many American children face insurmountable obstacles that keep them from achieving their dreams, and this “reflects a moral failure” and threatens our country’s economic viability and international influence going forward.

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Ruth E. Carter: Shining the Light on Superheroes

Imagination would have us believe that superheroes are fictional characters in capes, masks, and elaborate costumes with superhuman powers that either come to destroy or save life.

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Common Grounds Is a Testament to the Power of Film to Change Hearts and Minds

Soil. It’s where our food comes from and the foundation of all life on land.

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Winter’s first major winter storm set to hit the eastern US with heavy rain and potentially significant snow

A major winter storm is setting up to thrash much of the eastern US this weekend with heavy rain, strong winds and potentially the first significant snow of the season.

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January 6 investigators recommended a contempt charge against Steve Bannon. Here's what that means.

Members of the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the US Capitol have shown they're willing to pursue criminal contempt referrals against witnesses who refuse to comply with the panel's subpoenas.

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5 Things for Wednesday, June 14: London Building Fire, Jeff Sessions, Georgia Inmates

There's tough news coming out of London this morning, so let's get straight to what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Isolated, Trump Embraces New York Friends -- And Instincts

President Donald Trump, who has struggled to find friends and navigate the ways of Washington, appears increasingly at home when surrounded by one distinct group: His fellow New Yorkers.

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7 missing as deadly California wildfire continues to grow

At least seven people were still missing in Shasta County, California, as shifting winds, dry fuel and steep drainages helped the monstrous Carr Fire engulf almost 100,000 acres by Sunday night, authorities said.

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Salute to Houston's Own Slim Thug

Slim Thug has been running things like a “Boss” for the past twenty years. Coming on the scene in 1998 to catch the ear and eye of DJ Michael “5000” Watts and joining the “Swisha House” family, Slim’s legacy was set to become one of the most well known and respected rappers in the game. From that date to the present, he has dominated the rap game in Houston from his first freestyle to birth a clothing collection, beer line, e-Cigar, construction company, foundation, and constantly give back to the community that helped him rise to the top. He credits Houston for giving him that entrepreneurial spirit. The city stands to salute this Houston legend with all the rights and privileges thereof.

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Festival shooter Santino Legan legally purchased his rifle in Nevada. Here's what else we know about the 19-year-old

Authorities say Santino William Legan killed three people, including a 6-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl, at the Gilroy Garlic Festival with a rifle he legally purchased three weeks ago in Nevada.

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For decades he didn't give up trying to ID a boy and his killer. The obsession paid off just before this detective retired

For years Maj. Tim Horne had a box under his desk he'd bump his leg into almost every day.

John Fetterman has been off the campaign trail since May. As Senate race with Oz heats up, he's eyeing a full comeback

John Fetterman will continue his soft return to the campaign trail on Thursday, attending a fundraiser in Philadelphia two months after a life-threatening stroke sent him to the sidelines of one of the most closely-watched Senate contests in the country.

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Grand jury testimony of Pence aides brings Justice Department January 6 probe into Trump's White House

The move by the Justice Department to bring two top aides to former Vice President Mike Pence in front of a federal grand jury is the most aggressive public step taken yet by prosecutors investigating the plots to subvert the 2020 election.

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Black History Month: A Guide to Houston's African American Landmarks

Black History in the Bayou

Black history is layered throughout Houston — you just have to be open to exploring. In a city lauded for its cultural diversity, it should come as no surprise that Houston neighborhoods provide storied pockets that explore African American’s plight, perseverance, and progression throughout history. From green spaces rooted in Emancipation celebrations to arts venues that fostered sounds of soul, these nine Houston African American landmarks are a must-visit during Black History Month and beyond.

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Justice Department Softens on Texas Voter ID Law

The US Department of Justice has dropped its long-standing opposition to a key aspect of Texas' voter ID law.

White House testing czar disputes Trump on key reasons behind Covid case surge

Admiral Brett Giroir, the White House's coronavirus testing czar, said Wednesday that coronavirus cases are surging because the virus is spreading and that the US can control the pandemic, disputing President Donald Trump that cases are surging because of increased testing.