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Nancy Pelosi just trolled Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Again.

Nancy Pelosi didn't get to where she is without learning how to troll with the best of them. And in an interview with USA Today released Monday, the speaker of the House again turns her gaze to the most famous/infamous freshman House member in recent memory: New York's Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue Gala Pulls Out All of the Stops for Young Texas Artists’ 35th Anniversary

Quintessential celebration of classical music with a Texas twist raises $100K for the nonprofit

The Young Texas Artists (YTA) Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue gala on March 9 was jam packed with one phenomenal moment after another, including a performance by members of the iconic Kilgore College Rangerettes and a visit from Honored Guest Ron Losby, CEO of Steinway & Sons, who flew in from New York to celebrate the occasion of YTA’s 35th anniversary.

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NAACP Troubled by Black Church Burnings in the South

Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP, made the following statement in response to recent outbreak of Black church burnings:

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Commends Mayor Sylvester Turner on the Introduction of the Houston Peace Plan for Youth

Jackson Lee: “Mayor Turner’s initiative is a compelling endeavor that protects against violence, promotes good health for youth and provides opportunities for youth.”

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Delta Sigma Theta, Harris County DA’s Office Host #NotMeToo Seminar

HOUSTON AWARENESS + ACTION = SOCIAL CHANGE

The Bay Area Houston Alumnae (BAHA) Chapter of Delta Sigma Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Harris County District Attorney Office Sex Crimes Division presents: #Not ME TOO, A Conversation Between Sisters, Women, and Friends!

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MoneyLIVE - Financial Literacy and Scholarship Event for Students

Event promotes education and understanding of various financial concepts

Alliance Financial Ministries, Inc. will host its 7th annual one-day student financial literacy event. This FREE event is for high school students who desire to learn about and prepare for their financial future. MoneyLIVE is a fun interactive, event designed to educate students and engage students in a variety of real-life financial situations in which they have to make decisions.

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Sisters Network® Inc. to Host 9th Annual National African American Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run

Funds raised benefit the Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP)

Sisters Network® Inc. (SNI), the only national African American breast cancer survivorship organization in the United States today announced over 5,000 participants are expected to walk/run on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 8:00 a.m., at the 9th Annual Stop the Silence National African American Breast Cancer 5K walk/run. The event will be held at the Discovery Green Park, 1500 McKinney, Houston, TX. 77010.

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H-E-B Seeks Experienced Drivers in Greater Houston

Hiring continues at one of Texas’ best places to work

H-E-B continues to innovate and grow throughout the Lone Star State with plans to expand its roster of truck drivers. Interested and qualified drivers are invited to the Friday, April 12th event at Houston community College Campus located at 555 Community College Dr, Houston TX 77013. Doors are open 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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Another state raises the legal age for buying tobacco and e-cigarettes

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation on Sunday that raises the legal age for purchasing cigarettes, e-cigarettes and other tobacco products from 18 to 21.

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Trump is removing US Secret Service director

United States Secret Service director Randolph "Tex" Alles is being removed from his position, multiple administration officials tell CNN.

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African-Americans More Likely to Be Misdiagnosed with Schizophrenia

African-Americans with severe depression are more likely to be misdiagnosed as having schizophrenia, according to a new Rutgers study.

Is Breast Cancer everybody's business?

My fight against breast cancer began in 1986 when my sister, Mabel was airlifted to a London hospital for an expensive surgery that could not save her dear life–she died of metastatic breast cancer.

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Pageant World Is More Than What’s Seen at Miss Ultimate Beauty of America

Misconceptions of beauty pageants are plentiful. Lots of beautiful women standing at a perfect angle with bountiful curls, precisely applied make-up, wearing the most intricate of materials awaiting the perfect score from someone who knows absolutely nothing about who they really are.

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New Houston Based Internet Show Takes to the Airwaves

Marcus Davis is adding to his resume with the career of talk show host. The political savvy Houston native is known for his political views just as much as he is known for his well fish and grits and fish and grits.

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Macy’s Invests in New Beauty Tech

Macy's is doubling down on the beauty business this year. On a recent earnings call with analysts, the retailer's executives noted that the brand will be investing more in the category this year.

Rev. William A. Lawson Immortalized in New Interfaith Ministries’ Plaza

Archbishop Joseph Fiorenza, Rabbi Samuel Karff and Reverend William A. Lawson have become to be known as Houston’s very own “wise men” according to Martin B. Cominsky, CEO of Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston.

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The Unsung Hero: Eric Gordon Is An Intricate Part of the Rockets Success This Season

With less than a week left in the 2018-19 NBA season, the Houston Rockets are looking to secure the number three seed in the Western Conference playoffs. If the cards fall right they may even be able to move up behind the Golden State Warriors for the number two spot if the Denver Nuggets have a couple of setbacks and Houston wins out. The Rockets needs to stay in that spot to avoid an early matchup with the 2018 NBA Finals champs Golden State Warriors.

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Amazon Is Slashing Prices of Whole Foods

Amazon has trained its Prime members to expect low prices. So naturally those shoppers have been reluctant to dish out for expensive groceries at Whole Foods.

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Beto O'Rourke Kicks Off Campaign for President in Houston

Beto O'Rourke officially kicked off his run for president Saturday from downtown El Paso, his hometown, promising “a campaign for America, for everyone in America.”

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Houston Could Feel More Like Central Mexico In 60 Years

It’s about to get warmer in Houston for a very long time. And, no, we’re not talking about the impending summer months.