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Retired conservative federal judge urges Supreme Court to disqualify Trump from office

A former conservative federal appellate judge is urging the Supreme Court to keep Donald Trump off the ballot, arguing the ex-president’s effort to cling to power after his 2020 election loss was “broader” than South Carolina’s secession from the US that triggered the Civil War.

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Gilbert Garcia Officially Declares Candidacy for Houston Mayoral Race

Today, Gilbert Garcia formally submitted his candidacy documents for the upcoming mayoral election in Houston. With a determination to bring about change within City Hall, Garcia has unveiled his comprehensive "Pledge to Houston," outlining his strategic initiatives for the initial 100 days of his tenure. The key areas of his commitment encompass public safety, transparency, infrastructure enhancements, and the eradication of "pay to play" practices.

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Disney and Mukesh Ambani create new India media giant with 750 million viewers

Disney is joining forces with Asia’s richest man to create a new media giant in India that says it will reach a domestic audience of more than 750 million people.

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Trump celebrates women's rights -- and attacks Michelle Obama

At an event aimed at highlighting the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote, President Donald Trump disparaged the country's most admired woman, Michelle Obama as "over her head" after she delivered a scathing, direct-to-camera speech criticizing him at the Democratic National Convention Monday.

Groundbreaking ASIAN AMERICANS Documentary Highlights Historical Fight For Education Equality, Asian American Groups Focus On Similarities To African American Fight For Equitable Education

Documentary Series Premieres May 11th and 12th During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

A new five-part documentary series, ASIAN AMERICANS, is set to air on May 11th and 12th on PBS stations nationwide. Asian Americans Advancing Justice, an affiliation of five civil rights organizations, is promoting the documentary as the most comprehensive look at Asian Americans in history and remarks on the similarities in the fight for education equality between communities of color.

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Unlawful and dangerous: UNC chancellor on 'Silent Sam' toppling

Protesters on Monday night toppled the controversial "Silent Sam" statue on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Bill Recognizing ‘Hidden Figures’ for Contributions to U.S. During the Space Race Headed to be Signed Into Law

U.S. Senators Kamala D. Harris (D-CA), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), along with U.S. Representatives Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) and Frank Lucas (R- OK), applauded the congressional passage of a bipartisan bill they introduced, along with hundreds of their colleagues, to award Congressional Gold Medals to Katherine Johnson and Dr. Christine Darden and to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medals to Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson.

Legendary Baltimore basketball player, comedian killed on city streets

Baltimore is mourning the loss of legendary basketball player and comedian Gerald Brown, who was shot and killed in the city over the weekend. The 34-year-old father of two grew up in the city, and he did sketch comedy and volunteered to coach basketball after becoming a legendary player in the city.

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Biden-Harris Administration Unveils Groundbreaking Strategies to Foster Diversity & Opportunity in Higher Education

Revolutionizing Higher Education: A Comprehensive Report to Propel Inclusivity and Diversity in the Wake of Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Decision

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Pfizer says most tornado damage to North Carolina plant was to warehouse facility, not manufacturing lines

Most of the damage from Wednesday’s tornado to a major Pfizer plant in North Carolina was to a warehouse facility, rather than areas that produce medicines, the drug giant said Friday.

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Ride for a Cause: Tour de Houston Presented by Apache Corporation Returns on April 7, 2024!

Explore Houston's Charm on Two Wheels While Supporting a Worthy Cause

Saddle up and join the excitement as the Tour de Houston presented by Apache Corporation gears up for another exhilarating ride on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Much more than just a bike ride, this beloved event serves as a cornerstone fundraiser for the Houston Parks and Recreation Department's RE-Plant Houston Program, embodying a spirit of community, health, and environmental stewardship.

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Why Black Wealth Matters in White America

… and what blacks must learn to survive this new economy

The general population, otherwise known as the 99%, have a love/hate relationship with wealth. They resent those who have it, but spend their lives attempting to get it for themselves, all the while self-sabotaging that effort in ways that are avoidable if they knew the rules of the rich. Yes, the rich have rules.

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Warmer Arctic Temperatures Are the 'new normal,' Report Finds

Arctic temperatures are continuing to rise while sea ice declines, a new report has found, with the region showing no sign of returning to its "reliably frozen" state.

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The Storm We’ll Never Forget

Five storms etched in Texans’ memory top the list as being among those as the most costly and deadly.

HISD Helping Hands

As we navigate uncharted territory with the impact of COVID-19, HISD is fully committed to supporting our students and families in need.

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The Local's Guide to Venice Beach

Hear someone say "Venice Beach" and visions of a not-yet-famous Jim Morrison soulfully crooning "Moonlight Drive" come to mind. But the artsy beachside neighborhood on the Westside of Los Angeles is more than the birthplace of the Doors.

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Mayor Sylvester Turner Joins Heritage Society to Announce UNESCO’s “Slave Route Project” Designation of Historic Houses as “Sites of Memory”

Mayor Sylvester Turner joined the Heritage Society and descendants of Reverend Jack Yates to make a memorable and significant announcement about three historic house sites located in Sam Houston Park.

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Houston's Space Odyssey: Commemorating the Great Space Race with Dr. Douglas Brinkley

Houston Style Magazine Invites You to an Unforgettable Luncheon Experience on May 1st, 2024

Prepare for a celestial journey through time as The Heritage Society invites you to the eagerly anticipated Houston Heritage Luncheon, taking place on May 1st, 2024, at The Briar Club. With renowned historian Dr. Douglas Brinkley at the helm, the event promises a captivating exploration of Houston's pivotal role in the iconic Apollo 11 moon landing, coupled with a celebration of The Heritage Society's 70th anniversary.

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Uber Suspended in Philippines After Showdown with Regulators

Uber has gone offline in the Philippines after the startup once again clashed with regulators.

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Fraternity’s Philanthropy Pays Big Dividends for Young Men, Community

When Shareef McDonald was 14 years old, his family was looking for something to steer him away from crime and violence in their Chicago community. Though Shareef was only in the 9th grade, he’d already lost classmates to homicide and feared a similar fate. Once he got connected to the Chicago Kappa League; his whole world-view changed. His grades improved, he earned scholarships to Ivy League schools and studied aboard. He graduated and now has a successful banking career.