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As the world begins its vaccination push, delayed rollouts draw criticism and concern

Political leaders are promising that mass vaccination campaigns will see life return to normal, as a more contagious variant of the coronavirus spreads across dozens of countries, adding urgency to the race to end the pandemic.

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Tempers continue to flare in Sacramento days after shooting of black father

Tempers and emotions flared in Sacramento on Tuesday as the brother of an unarmed black man killed by police interrupted a City Council meeting and protesters again blocked the entrance to an NBA arena nearby.

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Delayed, lost or damaged luggage: What you should do

It’s enough to give anyone already on edge about how to handle possible flight delays and cancellations yet another reason to pop an antacid or two: the prospect of delayed, lost or damaged baggage.

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Don't serve Girl Scout cookies with a side of shame

It's Girl Scout cookie season again, which means young female entrepreneurs are outside your favorite stores and community centers selling you the latest flavors and old favorites.

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Can the AC filter in your home, office or local mall protect you from Covid-19?

When New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced last week that malls in New York could not reopen until they installed high-efficiency particulate air filters capable of trapping the virus that causes Covid-19, Harvard environmental health researcher Joseph Gardner Allen was thrilled.

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New child tax credit payments start this week. Here's how the IRS is trying to make sure the neediest families don't miss out

Melinda Williams, a married mother of five, didn't think her family qualified for the child tax credit since they don't earn enough to file income tax returns. So the New York City resident didn't pay much attention to Congress' historic increase of the benefit earlier this year.

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5 Things for Monday, June 19: London Attack, Warship Collision, Iran, Trump

London wakes up to another terror attack involving a vehicle. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Black Americans Living Longer, But Racial Gap Remains, CDC Says

When it comes to the overall health of black Americans, there's good news and bad news, according to a report released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday.

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Initiated by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation enterprise, a National Day of Racial Healing on January 17 Will Help Americans Heal and Overcome Deep Racial Divisi

Just five days before inauguration of Donald Trump as the country’s 45th President, millions of Americans on January 15 will celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For many, memories of the civil rights icon revolve around his momentous “I Have a Dream” speech from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, calling for an end to racism and to the expansion of economic opportunities.

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An actress lived for decades in this New York City apartment -- for $28 a month

New York City is hugely expensive. But until March of this year, one woman was lucky enough to occupy a two-bedroom apartment in Greenwich Village -- one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods -- for the astonishing rent of $28.43 a month.

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We're entering year two of the pandemic. Here's what happens next

Our global coronavirus nightmare is entering its second year, and we're hanging on the best we can.

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President Donald J. Trump's State of the Union Address

Less than 1 year has passed since I first stood at this podium, in this majestic chamber, to speak on behalf of the American People -- and to address their concerns, their hopes, and their dreams. That night, our new Administration had already taken swift action. A new tide of optimism was already sweeping across our land.

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RodeoHouston to Reveal Custom, World-Class Concert Stage in 2018

For the first time in over 30 years, RodeoHouston will debut a new rotating concert stage on opening day, Feb. 27, 2018. Designed and fabricated by TAIT, the leading producer of live entertainment equipment in the world, the stage will feature the latest technology to boost concert presentation and fan experience.

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Congressman Al Green Calls for the Impeachment of President Trump

On Monday, May 15, 2017 Congressman Al Green (TX-9), released the following statement:

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Oliver Stone's Putin Interviews to Air on Showtime

The filmmaker's extensive meetings with the Russian leader get a June premiere, running over four consecutive nights.

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Fact-Checking Trump's Claims On Media Terror Coverage

The Trump administration playing defense a day after President Trump falsely claimed the media isn't reporting on terror attacks. Trump made the claim in his first speech to troops Monday.

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Teen In Need Of Heart Receives Heartwarming Honor

A brave teenager got a big honor Monday from none other than the brave men and women in blue.

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ACLU Condemns Rep. Biedermann’s Muslim Loyalty Oath

The ACLU of Texas responded today to a letter sent by state Rep. Kyle Biedermann, R-Fredericksburg, to Muslim leaders in Texas demanding they “renounce, repudiate, and oppose” radical interpretations of Islam with an open letter of its own. In a full-page ad in the San Antonio Express-News, the ACLU of Texas condemned Rep. Biedermann’s Muslim loyalty oath as an affront to the First Amendment principles of free speech, free exercise of religion and free association.

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Tamron Hall Quits NBC After Megyn Kelly Replaces Her On ‘Today’

NBC said Wednesday that news anchor Tamron Hall is leaving the network, the first casualty of its decision to sign Megyn Kelly away from Fox News Channel.

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A Helping Hand

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban helps former NBA player Delonte West during his time of need

On Monday billionaire owner of the Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, went to personally pick up former NBA player Delonte West from a gas station in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area according to TMZ. West was seen earlier last week holding a sign on nearby street corners and individuals reported he did not look in the best of health. TMZ also reported that some family members were concerned that West is battling a drug addiction and wanted him to seek help, to which Cuban has said he will pay for.