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“The Adventures of Wrong Man and Power Girl!” by C. Alexander London, illustrated by Frank Morrison

You are a pretty super kid. Mom and Dad say that all the time because you’re kind, smart, and you always like to help others when they need an extra hand. Even so, there are times when you might help too much and in the new book “The Adventures of Wrong Man and Power Girl!” by C. Alexander London, illustrated by Frank Morrison, mistakes happen.

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“Grandma’s Purse” by Vanessa Brantley-Newton

What’s in the bag? It looks like it could be a surprise. Lots of things that come in a sack that size are good things. Maybe it’s a doll or a truck or a bar of chocolate. Maybe it’s a whistle or a puzzle. Or maybe, as in the new book “Grandma’s Purse” by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, it’s a whole lot more than that...

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“Soul Survivor: A Biography of Al Green” by Jimmy McDonough

Difficult. We all know someone like that, who could charitably be called a challenge. Someone who swims against the current, who rubs people the wrong way, who makes you growly. In the new book “Soul Survivor: A Biography of Al Green” by Jimmy McDonough, ruffled feathers can come from surprising places.

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“The Broken Road: George Wallace and a Daughter’s Journey to Reconciliation” by Peggy Wallace Kennedy with Justice H. Mark Kennedy

The path your parents first set you on is not the path you ended up taking. Somewhere along the way, you veered to the left or stepped to the right. You found your own groove, made your own decisions and made adjustments while you learned where you were going. And as in the new book “The Broken Road” by Peggy Wallace Kennedy (with Justice H. Mark Kennedy), it was essential to know where you came from.

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"Brave. Black. First." by Cheryl Willis Hudson, illustrated by Erin K. Robinson

Step right up. When you want to be first in line, that's what you have to do: get in place at the head, let everybody else queue behind you, and lead them forward. You might have to show them how it's done. You might have to show some responsibility. Or, as in the new book "Brave. Black. First." by Cheryl Willis Hudson, illustrated by Erin K. Robinson, you might have to take some big risks.

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“Her Own Two Feet: A Rwandan Girl’s Brave Fight to Walk” by Meredith Davis and Rebekah Uwitonze

On the day you took your first steps, your parents were very proud. They took pictures of you standing by yourself with a one-tooth smile on your face, and then they called Grandma and Grandpa to tell them you were walking! It was reason to celebrate and you walk now without thinking about it, but in the new book “Her Own Two Feet” by Meredith Davis and Rebekah Uwitonze, first steps aren’t always second nature.

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“Sisters” by Jeanette Winter

You caught it! The ball was thrown very high – so high that you lost it in the sky for a minute – and you weren’t sure how you’d do it, but your hands were out and you caught it. Just. Like. That. Some balls are meant to be thrown or batted, while some are meant to bounce. In the new book “Sisters” by Jeanette Winter, you’ll learn about two girls who don’t just hit a ball, they smash it.

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"Dark Was the Night: Blind Willie Johnson's Journey to the Stars" by Gary Golio, illustrated by E.B. Lewis

It's almost time for lights out. Just before that, though, you have a ritual: you wash your face, brush your teeth, put on your jammies, crawl into bed, and get a bedtime story. Then it's lights out until morning but before your good-night kiss tonight, ask for one last thing. Ask for "Dark Was the Night" by Gary Golio, illustrated by E. B. Lewis.

Shame on the Demagogues

On cue, like roaches crawling out of the woodwork in the darkness of night, the right- and left-wing demagogues emerged on television literally as innocent children and teachers were dying on the floors of a fourth-grade classroom in Uvalde, Texas.

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"She Raised Her Voice! 50 Black Women Who Sang Their Way into Music History" by Jordannah Elizabeth, illustrated by Briana Dengoue

Tap, tap, tap, tap. That's often the start of some good music. The sound of sticks hitting cymbals. The pat of a hand on a stomach or thigh, just keeping the beat. It's what your toes do when you're about to break out into a dance because the tunes are just so good. Tap, clap, tap, and read "She Raised Her Voice! by Jordannah Elizabeth, illustrated by Briana Dengoue.

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Slavery Remembrance Day Commemoration and Legislative Update Hosted by Congressman Al Green

Family, and friends are invited to the inaugural Slavery Remembrance Day Commemorative Breakfast and Legislative Update hosted by Congressman Al Green on Saturday, August 20th at 8:30 am CT at the Collective (formally the Power Center) in Houston, Texas. There is no admission cost to this historic event.

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Slavery Remembrance Day Commemoration and Legislative Update Hosted by Congressman Al Green

Congressman Al Green is inviting family and friends to the inaugural Slavery Remembrance Day Commemorative Breakfast and Legislative Update he is hosting on Saturday, August 20th at 8:30 am CT at the Collective (formally Power Center) in Houston, Texas. There is no admission cost to this historic event.

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East End District Steps Up Efforts to Identify Mobility and Safety Challenges Generated by Railroad Operations

The East End District is a unique business and residential community that offers significant throughput corridors accommodating freight rail movement and commercial and general motorist traffic. Four railroads converge as part of a complex commodity flow that also creates mobility challenges for those that live, work or travel through the area.

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Honoring the Heartbeat of Houston: Living Icons Memorial Unveiled for COVID-19 Victims at Quentin Mease

Houston Style Magazine celebrates the poignant dedication of "Liv- ing ICONs: A Tribute to Houston's COVID-19 Heroes" at Quentin Mease Health Center. This emotive art exhibit immortalizes nearly a thousand Houstonians lost to the pandemic with their images gracing the walls, symbolizing strength, community, and remembrance.

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What we know about the North Texas outlet mall gunman and his online posts

A gunman who killed eight people at a Texas shopping mall purportedly wrote online of his support for Nazi ideology, authorities said.

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Diane Rwigara: trial of Rwandan imprisoned opposition leader postponed

The trial of the jailed Rwandan opposition leader Diane Rwigara and her mother was postponed at Kigali's High Court on Monday.

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Minneapolis schools, teachers reach tentative deal to end strike

Minneapolis Public Schools reached a tentative deal with teachers Friday, ending a strike that officially started on March 8 and canceled school for 30,000 students, said Superintendent Ed Graff.

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Error by prosecutors prompts judge to dismiss charge against funeral director in alleged illegal cemetery

An error by Prichard prosecutors has prompted a judge to dismiss criminal charges against an Eight Mile man accused of operating a funeral home without a license.

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Illinois bar opening event linked to 46 Covid-19 cases, a school closure and hospitalization, CDC report says

A rural Illinois bar opening event in February was linked to a Covid-19 outbreak of at least 46 cases, a school closure and the hospitalization of a long-term care facility resident, according to a United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report.

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State Representative Ron Reynolds for the Week of April 17, 2017

Wednesday marked the 100th day of the 85th legislative session. As a proud member of 100 Black Men of America Houston Chapter, I was excited to have my fellow brothers here at the Texas Capitol to represent and advocate for "100 at the Capitol Day". 100 Black Men of America is a men's civic organization and service club whose stated goal is to educate and empower African-American children and teens.