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Alert #5: METRO Bus Service to Remain Suspended Through Wednesday Morning

Hazardous road conditions are forcing METRO bus services to remain suspended through the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. With overnight temperatures expected to stay well below freezing, driving conditions will continue to be treacherous.

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Alert #6: Limited METROLift Service to Resume

METROLift service will be available for essential trips only starting at noon today. Due to uncertain road conditions, it is still possible METROLift will not be able to reach certain areas to pick up patrons. Expect some delays as drivers exercise extreme caution. Customers should call 713-225-6716 to schedule trips. Requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

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Rep. Shelia Jackson-Lee, Rep. John Lewis Host Townhall On Criminal Justice Reform

With civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) in attendance, a townhall on criminal justice reform Wednesday became the center for a larger discussion about one of the more troubling civil issues facing America currently.

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Backstage At The 63rd GRAMMY’s: DaBaby Describes His Reaction To Being Nominated For 4 GRAMMYs

The 2021 GRAMMY Awards show performer lineup will also include performances from Black Pumas, Cardi B, Brandi Carlile, DaBaby, Doja Cat, Mickey Guyton, Haim, Brittany Howard, Miranda Lambert, Lil Baby, Chris Martin, John Mayer, Post Malone and more.

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Deer Park Native Earns Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

Chief Fire Controlman Christopher R. Johnson from Deer Park, Texas, earned a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for professional achievement while serving as Division Seven Warrior Challenge Program Scout for Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio from October 2019 to August 2022. NTAG San Antonio’s Commanding Officer, CDR. Stephanie Simoni presented the award with command members present in support of Johnson.

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Miola Donahue Laws 103rd Birthday Car Parade Celebration

Miola Donahue Laws, a native Houstonian, where she has spent her 103 years up to date. She attended Blackshear Elementary (one of only three black elementary schools at the time) and graduated from Jack Yates High School, where she was recently honored as one of the matriarchs of her class of 1937. She married Hubert Laws, Sr., and together they had eight children: Blanche Laws-McConnell (former church minister of music and general manager of Angelus Funeral Home in Los Angeles, California), Hubert Laws, Jr. (international classical and jazz musician/flutist), Johnny Laws (veteran, retired postal worker, and vocalist), Eloise Laws Ivie (vocalis

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Brandy is back as Cinderella in new 'Descendants' movie for Disney+

Twenty-five years after she first played the role of Cinderella, Brandy is stepping into her glass slippers again.

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Here's why Maryland's primary results may not be known for days

It may take a few days, or even longer, to determine who will win Maryland's various primaries on Tuesday -- and that's because of how the state counts mail-in ballots.

Alley Theatre Hosts Young Actor Auditions for A Christmas Carol

Calling all young actors ages 5 to 13 to be considered for Rob Melrose’s magical new adaptation of the heart-warming holiday classic

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By. OTT, a Rosé for the Summer Season

Stay summertime cool with By.OTT Rosé.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis Condemns Voter Suppression Tactics by Shadowy Group with Partisan Ties

Residents Encouraged to be Vigilant

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis warns residents to be aware of a potential voter suppression group that had canvassers knocking on doors attempting to coerce voters into sharing personal information and signing legal affidavits.

TSU Receives Grant from the Baker Hughes Foundation

Texas Southern University has been selected as one of four Historically Black Colleges and Universities to receive a $125,000 grant from the Baker Hughes Foundation for the 2021-22 academic year. The grants, totaling $800,000, are part of the Foundation’s long-running mission to promote education and opportunity in the communities where Baker Hughes employees live and work. The funds will help provide financial support for a wide variety of scholarships, technological infrastructure, career readiness and curriculum development programs.

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Solid Waste Management Department Collection and Facility Schedule for July 4th, 2023

Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make residents aware of the collection and facility schedule changes for the upcoming Independence Day federal holiday.

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Fort Bend County Judge Hosts AAPI Festival Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Culture

Fort Bend County Judge KP George's Office is proud to announce the second Annual AAPI Festival, a vibrant celebration of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Culture. This event aims to unite the community together through food, performances, history, art, and education.

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Harris County DA's Office: 75-Year-Old Houston Child Molester Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

A 75-year-old child molester has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old in 2011, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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Solid Waste Management Department Collection and Facility Schedule for Juneteenth

Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make residents aware of the collection and facility schedule changes for the upcoming Juneteenth federal holiday.

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Chlöe Bailey headlines Tina Turner tribute at CNN’s ‘Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom’ concert

CNN's second annual "Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom" concert was set for Monday night and was broadcast from Los Angeles' historic outdoor Greek Theatre in Griffith Park.

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Velvet Taco Announces Round Rock Location Opening October 2023

Brand Brings Unique, Chef-Driven Tacos to Round Rock Community

Velvet Taco, the acclaimed taco chain recognized for its wide-ranging and globally influenced menu, is thrilled to share the news of its latest location, set to open in Round Rock, TX in October 2023. The new restaurant will be located at 2131 N. Interstate Hwy 35 Round Rock, Texas 78664 and promises to be a popular destination for families, food enthusiasts, and taco lovers alike. This opening marks the 29th location in Texas, showcasing the brand's remarkable triumph throughout its home state.

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J-SUEDE brings home the gold from the Dance Team Union Regionals in Birmingham

The Jackson State University Elite Dance Ensemble (J-SUEDE) brought home the first regional championship in the program's history. J-SUEDE claimed the first-place title in the Birmingham College Hip-Hop Division of the Dance Team Union Regionals.

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District Attorney Ogg to Announce Progress in Homicide Convictions

Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, accompanied by Leticia Ybarra, the mother of murder victim Jessica Perez, and members of the Harris County District Attorney's Office Homicide Division, is set to host a news conference providing a comprehensive update on murder and capital murder convictions.