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Council Member Dwight Boykins Explains the Reasons Behind his Decision to Tag Agenda Items at City Council
"At City Council, a "Tag" is a procedural matter that allows any Council Member to delay an agenda item to allow more time to discuss that specific item or to engage in a broader public policy debate of importance to all Houstonians and the future of our city.
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Beyoncé celebrates her twins turning 4
Beyoncé celebrated her twins' birthday with a loving tribute on her website. The superstar singer posted a message on her website Sunday for Rumi and Sir Carter, 4, writing, "What's better than 1 gift... 2," Bey wrote on the homepage. "Happy birthday Rumi & Sir."
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Tim McGraw's commitment to Christmas decor is impressive
Oh, Christmas tree! Tim McGraw's Christmas tree just put everyone else's to shame. The country star showed off his family's impressive tree on Instagram while sitting on top of an equally massive ladder.
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Beyoncé shares an emotional tribute to her late fan, Lyric Chanel
Beyoncé shared an emotional video montage on Saturday to pay tribute to her late superfan, Lyric Chanel.
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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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'Shark Tank' star Daymond John, DJ Spinderella and more honored for mentoring youth
You know Daymond John as a powerhouse entrepreneur as well as a judge on "Shark Tank" and DJ Spinderella as part of the groundbreaking female rap group Salt-N-Peppa, but behind the scenes, they are busy giving back.
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Rodeo Awards $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Awards Houston-Area Technical Schools with $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials awarded several Houston-area community colleges and technical institutions with $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year.
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grandson at 713 Music Hall (10/3)
Platinum-selling alt-rocker grandson will be hitting the road in support of Bring Me The Horizon’s American tour. The tour will make a stop at 713 Music Hall on Monday, October 3rd.
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'Days of Our Lives' to stream on Peacock in end-of-an-era move
One of television's longest-running soap operas will no longer have a home on broadcast TV.
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Fidel Castro's daughter endorses James Franco playing her father
James Franco as Fidel Castro has at least one advocate. Alina Fernández, daughter of the former Cuban dictator who died in 2016, has told Deadline she supports Franco playing her father in the forthcoming independent film "Alina of Cuba."
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Moody Gardens to Host 37th Annual Mardi Gras Ball for Special People
Jazz around the world with a free family-friendly Mardi Gras Ball
This year, Moody Gardens Mardi Gras Ball for Special People will feature a cool jazz theme “Around the World,” which incorporates Mardi Gras celebrations from around the globe. Entertainment will include music by a DJ and live performances. Guests, who are encouraged to dress up in their jazz soul costumes, will also enjoy food, crafts, dance, and costume contests. Attendees can also take pictures in front of multiple backdrops and with costume characters.
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Texas Legislative Black Caucus Statement Condemning TEA Takeover of HISD
"This is an overreach by the state on this academic issue and will be a total loss of local control over the education of over 194,000 students at 276 campuses. Ultimately, we need to be focusing on the best ways to help serve our students and teachers, and taking the helm of HISD is not the best way to move forward. The Texas Legislative Black Caucus completely condemns"
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Grammy Awards relocate to Las Vegas and move to April
The Grammy Awards have a new date and location. CBS and the Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the music event will take place in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3, one week after the Academy Awards. The ceremony was originally going to occur later this month in Los Angeles, but it was postponed due to the pandemic.
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Jennifer Hudson is an EGOT winner
The "Respect" star joined the elite EGOT club. An EGOT is an artist who has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and a Tony Award in their career.
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“PARTY ON THE PLAZA” MUSIC SERIES RETURNS TO AVENIDA HOUSTON
Party on the Plaza, a live music series produced by Houston First Corp. and presented by Champion Energy, will be making its way back to Avenida Houston this Friday, April 8!
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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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Hip-Hop Icon Luther "Uncle Luke" Campbell Enjoys Football Field Unveiling
The City of Miami Parks and Recreation dedicated The Luther Campbell Football Field in honor of Luther "Uncle Luke" Campbell for his significant contributions to the community of Liberty City, Miami, and its youth for the past thirty-one years through the Liberty City Optimist Club of which he is co-Founder.
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HCA Houston Healthcare Hospitals Nationally Recognized for Focus on Patient Safety
Three facilities receive an ‘A’ for the Fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast and HCA Houston Healthcare West have earned an “A” for the fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care.
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Rapper and activist Killer Mike arrested on misdemeanor battery charge after Grammy wins
Rapper and social activist Killer Mike was arrested Sunday evening near the site of the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on a night when he took home three of the coveted statues.
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Parkland school massacre six years later
It's been six years since the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland and parents of the victims continue to make changes to make schools safer.