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CNN Exclusive: DHS rejects plan to protect election officials from harassment as midterms loom

The Department of Homeland Security's cybersecurity agency this summer turned down a multimillion-dollar proposal to protect election officials from harassment ahead of the midterm elections, multiple people familiar with the matter told CNN.

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Hertz and GM Plan Major EV Expansion

Hertz plans to order up to 175,000 EVs from GM over the next five years Hertz to offer Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac and BrightDrop EVs across multiple vehicle categories Deliveries of Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV expected to begin in the first quarter of 2023

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From Most Improved To Among The Best: Mitsubishi Motors Ranks Second In Reputation’s ‘2022 Automotive Report’

In just three years, Mitsubishi’s customer experience ranking climbed from 17th to second among mass-market automotive brands in key industry report

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The Latin Recording Academy Announces 23rd Annual Latin Grammy Awards Nominees

"Pa mis muchachas," "Castillos de arena," "Envolver," "Pa’lla voy," "Ojitos lindos," "Pegao," "Tocarte," "Provenza," "Vale la pena," "La Fama," "Te felicito" and "Baloncito viejo" nominated for Record Of The Year

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Dickey’s Retail Expansion Reaches the Aloha State

World’s largest barbecue concept’s pork ribs now available for purchase in Puerto Rico, Hong Kong and Hawaii

No matter where you are in the world, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit wants to bring Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ to you. Now, by popular demand, Dickey’s is proud to say aloha to the Hawaiian Islands with their pit-smoked ribs!

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Houston Recognized as One of America’s Best Cities in 2022

The city climbs up six spots from 2021 ranking, achieving high marks for diversity, culture, education and its expansive culinary scene

Houston has once again garnered global attention as one of the best places to live, work, invest, and visit, according to the 2022 list of America’s Best Cities. Earning the No. 11 spot among 100 cities named, the country’s fourth largest city made notable gains from its previous ranking, in addition to receiving a new moniker as “America’s stealthy powerhouse on the rise.”

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As book bans mount, literary stars are championing libraries and literacy

Readers and educators across America are observing Banned Books Week by exploring restricted books and supporting their authors -- whether they are newly added to the ever-growing list of challenged works, or classics that have drawn controversy for decades.

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Mayor Turner Honors Literacy Advocates at Breakfast, Announces Astros Manager Dusty Baker as New Literacy Ambassador

Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Mayor's Office for Adult Literacy (MOAL), along with the Houston Public Library (HPL), hosted the return of a signature charity event, the 2022 Mayor's Literacy Breakfast: A Salute to Adult Literacy. Erica Simon, ABC13 Houston Anchor/Reporter served as the event’s Mistress of Ceremonies.

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Hyundai Motor and UNDP to Present 'for Tomorrow' Documentary in close proximity to the United Nations General Assembly in New York

*The feature-length film shines a light on the challenging journeys of five grassroots innovators around the world who embody the belief that ‘anyone can be an innovator and build a more sustainable future’ *It premiered at the Lincoln Center in New York City in close proximity to the United Nations General Assembly *It is narrated by Star Wars actor Daisy Ridley, directed by An Tran, and executive-produced by Elliot V. Kotek *It will be released on YouTube and available to view on Amazon Prime Video in select countries

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Queen Elizabeth’s Legacy Through the Lens of Colonialism and Black Lives

Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy isn’t necessarily complicated, but filled with enough ambiguity and action and inaction, that it might be easy to understand why people of color might view her different that the adoring throng mourning outside of Buckingham Palace. The longest-reigning British monarch’s history on race will forever exist as part of her legacy.

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Accountability: An Insurrectionist Removed From Office

A New Mexico judge has done the country a big favor. Judge Francis Mathew upheld a little-known provision of the U.S. Constitution and removed a public official for participating in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. I hope other judges have the courage to follow his lead.

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2023 Cadillac LYRIQ Debuts, Heralding an All-Electric Future

Production model sets a bold new course for the brand. Reservations open in September.

Today marked a pioneering moment for Cadillac that illuminates the brand’s future and resets the fundamental notions of luxury motoring. The production debut of the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ is the culmination of a century of innovation and the beginning of a great new era. With testing of Cadillac’s inaugural electric luxury SUV running ahead of schedule, the brand announced that customers may place order reservations beginning in September 2021, with initial availability starting the first half of 2022.

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Mayor Turner and Bun B to host Trill Burgers Pop-Up at Houston City Hall

Family-Friendly Event Promises Great Food and Fun

The City of Houston and Bun B’s Trill Burgers are proud to share more details on the upcoming burger pop-up at Houston City Hall on Sunday, Sept. 18.

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Lil Nas X Joins Riot Games As President of League

Today, Riot Games announcedToday, Riot Games announced that Lil Nas X has come onboard as the new President of League of Legends ("League"), one of the most-played competitive games in the world. In this role, starting with the 2022 League World Championship (“Worlds”), the genre-defying rapper, singer, and songwriter will be responsible for creating explosive musical moments, an ingenious League champion skin, and a spectacular live Worlds performance for the 180+ million monthly players and fans in the League universe.

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The network America relies on celebrates Hispanic Heritage today and every day

Verizon honors the Hispanic community with free calling to Latin America, exclusive events and on-going access to device financing for new to the country customers

Hispanic Heritage month is officially observed starting today, September 15th, through October 15th, but Verizon recognizes and celebrates the contributions of the community every day, all year long. There are 62 million people of Hispanic descent living in the United States, including Verizon’s Hispanic employees, customers and the communities we serve and we make it a priority to provide the best value, offers and experiences to them all year round.

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Multiple Grammy Award-Winning Recording Artist and NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington Sets New Standards with Upcoming CD, Books, Groundbreaking Installation, and Film

Three-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist and NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington releases her 11th career album, new STANDARDS vol. 1, set for release on Friday, September 16. Today, Hal Leonard and Berklee Press will introduce Carrington’s debut and one-of-a-kind book, New Standard: 101 Lead Sheets by Women Composers. Curated and edited by Carrington, New Standards highlights compositions that are supplementary and alternatives to the “jazz standards” canon that has served students, teachers, and professionals throughout the development of jazz music.

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Hyundai Motor Puts XCIENT Fuel Cell Electric Trucks into Commercial Fleet Operation in California

*Hyundai Motor secures $3.5 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) to put five XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks into operation in California *Hyundai Motor will work with First Element Fuel (FEF), the largest operator of hydrogen-refueling stations in the U.S., to deploy trucks to transport hydrogen *Five XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks to replace FEF’s diesel trucks for hydrogen transportation as partners work to establish hydrogen value chain in California

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Follow the Stampede: Detroit Auto Show Returns with All-New Mustang Reveal and Must-Have Ford, Lincoln Showcases

*Detroit Auto Show returns for the first time in over three years, with the global debut of the all-new, seventh-generation Ford Mustang® at The Stampede on Sept. 14 *Ford to showcase must-have lineup of electric and gas-powered vehicles, including F-150 Lightning®, Mustang Mach-E®, Bronco®, Bronco Sport, Maverick® and more *Lincoln lineup to feature new 2023 Corsair® premium compact SUV fresh off its Sept. 12 reveal, as well as the Lincoln Star™ and Model L100 concepts that evolve the brand’s Quiet Flight design for the future *Ride in a Bronco SUV at the Built Wild® Drive Track or experience the near-instant acceleration of F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E at the Built to Electrify track; mixed and augmented reality displays dive into topics like EV lifestyles and how to take advantage of Ford’s advanced connected vehicle features

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Jeep® Brand Celebrates 30 Years of Legendary Grand Cherokee 4x4 Capability and Premium Design With Debut of 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe 30th Anniversary Edition at 2022 Detroit Auto Show

*The most awarded SUV ever – the Jeep® Grand Cherokee – commemorates three decades of fun, freedom and adventure with the introduction of the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe 30th Anniversary edition *With more than 7 million vehicles sold since the Grand Cherokee’s initial debut, the 30th anniversary Grand Cherokee celebrates the growth of the premium SUV over the past three decades, when it first broke onto the scene by crashing through a window at Cobo Hall *Today, the Grand Cherokee lineup has evolved into an entire family of vehicles, including the new three-row Grand Cherokee L, the two-row Grand Cherokee and first-ever electrified Grand Cherokee 4xe, which delivers 56 MPGe and 25 miles all-electric range *Grand Cherokee has been proudly built in Detroit for 30 years, first launching at Jefferson North Assembly Plant in 1992, then at the all-new Detroit Assembly Complex - Mack Plant in 2021 *Company honors commitment to Detroit, hiring nearly 3,300 Detroiters to work at Mack *Special-edition Grand Cherokee 30th Anniversary pairs 4xe electrification with legendary Jeep 4x4 capability with unique blacked-out exterior details, sleek interior accents and amenities, plus several standard safety and security features *Orders for the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe 30th Anniversary edition will open later this year at a U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $4,700 for the package *The special-edition Grand Cherokee 4xe will be on display at the 2022 North American International Auto Show in Detroit Sept. 17-25, 2022

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Chevrolet Introduces 2023 Tahoe RST Performance Edition with More Horsepower, Handling and Speed

*Motorsports-inspired and pursuit-rated performance enhancements offer balance of exhilarating performance with true SUV capability and comfort *Chevrolet Performance induction and exhaust systems increase output of the 6.2L V-8 to 433 horsepower and 467 lb-ft of torque — increases of 13 hp and 7 lb-ft over the current RST’s available 6.2L engine, giving it more horsepower than any other Tahoe *Fastest retail Tahoe with 0-60 mph in 5.78 seconds, top speed of 124 mph on the test track and better stopping distance with 60-0 mph braking in 133 feet1