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John Whitmire's Triumph and the Dawn of Transformative Leadership

John Whitmire, since November 15 last year, remains steadfast in his commitment to revitalizing Houston.

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Macy's Stock Surges Amidst Buyout Buzz

Shares of Macy’s soared more than 17% early Monday on a Wall Street Journal report that the iconic 165-year old retailer closely associated with the holiday season might itself be bought.

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Alabama officer on leave after video shows her using stun gun on handcuffed Black man

An officer in a small city in western Alabama was placed on administrative leave after video surfaced showing her using a stun gun on a handcuffed Black man last week. The video, posted by a witness, starts with a White female officer from the Reform Police Department and a Black man handcuffed on the ground on the side of a road on December 2. It is not publicly known what happened before the video started and authorities have not identified the man or the officer involved in the interaction, though both are named in an arrest complaint provided to CNN by the man’s attorney. Attorney Leroy Maxwell, Jr. said the man in the video is his client, 24-year-old Micah Washington. Maxwell said before the video begins, Washington was on the side of the road changing a tire when the officer, identified in the arrest complaint as Dana Elmore, approached him and asked for his identification. Maxwell said after initially telling the officer no, Washington gave it to her but took out his phone and started recording. Maxwell claims that is when the officer first used her stun gun on Washington and then handcuffed him when he was on the ground.

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Final Call To Voters For Houston's Decisive City Elections, Dec. 9th

This Saturday, December 9, 2023, marks a pivotal day for Houston as election polls, open from 7 am to 7 pm, invite voters to conclude the heated run-off elections. The positions up for grabs include the mayoral seats for Houston and Bellaire, the Houston City Controller, and council seats for Houston and Baytown. Up until Monday, an impressive count of over 107,000 Houstonians have already cast their ballots, in-person and by mail.

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Fort Bend County Judge KP George, Lucille's 1913, and Kendleton City Host Annual Community Harvest

Fort Bend County Judge KP George, in collaboration with Lucille’s 1913 and the city of Kendleton, is set to host the third Annual Community Harvest on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

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Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence

Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence showcases Kehinde Wiley’s new, monumental body of work created against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, the murder of George Floyd, and the global rise of the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Jose,Espada Ascends As Houston Astros' New Helmsman: The Dawn of a Dream-Filled Era

In a move that sends waves of excitement across the Space City, the Houston Astros have turned to a familiar face, Joe Espada, elevating him from the role of bench coach to the esteemed position of manager. This strategic decision champions continuity and heralds a new chapter for a team already steeped in glory.

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Voters Spoke: Climate Action is Here to Stay

This month’s election results should be a wakeup call to any politician who had been unsure of Americans’ desire for robust climate action and support for a green economy. In states and counties that are red, blue, and everywhere in between, voters favored forward-looking candidates who embraced both the need for and the economic benefits of aggressive climate action.

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John Whitmire and Sheila Jackson Lee Go Head-to-Head in Run Off

John Whitmire won 43 percent, almost avoiding the Saturday, December 9 run-off. After 50 years as a Legislator from Houston Whitmire won big on his way to city hall. Celebrating at the Marriott Marquis with African American and Hispanic icons on his stage he hammered his crowd that he is ready to go to the mayor’s office today but first he has one more election.John Whitmire won 43 percent, nearly avoiding the Saturday, December 9 run-off. After 50 years as a legislator from Houston, Whitmire secured a significant victory on his path to City Hall. He celebrated at the Marriott Marquis with African American and Hispanic icons on his stage, passionately addressing his supporters. He declared his readiness to assume the mayor's office, but first, there's one more election to win.

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Serena Williams, Kim Kardashian and more red carpet looks from the CFDA Awards

On Monday night in New York City, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) presented its annual Fashion Awards at the American Museum of Natural History. It’s one of the biggest events of the year for industry insiders and creatives, as the ceremony aims to promote US designers on a global stage.

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Execs ignored the damage Instagram does to teens, Meta whistleblower tells Congress

Meta’s top executives, including CEO Mark Zuckerberg, ignored warnings for years about harms to teens on its platforms such as Instagram, a company whistleblower told a Senate subcommittee on Tuesday.

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Gilbert Garcia Emerges Victorious in ABC13/TSU Mayoral Debate

Gilbert Garcia Shines in ABC13/TSU mayoral debate, rejects controversial crime plan and advocates for public transportation, emerging as top choice for positive change in Houston.

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Steel Mills Can Steal from the Least Powerful

U.S. Steel gave birth to Gary, Indiana in 1906. The city, named after a chairman of the corporation’s board, started as housing for steelworkers. The Gary Works opened in 1908 and for most of the 20th century was the largest steel mill in the world; it’s still the largest in this country.

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Rustin

He was the man behind the man. Martin Luther King’s chief lieutenant. Why is he only getting attention now?

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Great Gobbler Thanksgiving Week at Children's Museum Houston

Fall into Thanksgiving with a fun week stuffed with interactive activities at Children’s Museum Houston! Nov. 20 to 26

Fall into Thanksgiving with a fun week stuffed with interactive activities at Children’s Museum Houston! Nov. 20 to 26 Open Monday! Closed Thanksgiving Day Sponsored by H-E-B

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Meet the Cast of the New Tuts Musical, The Ugly Xmas Sweater Musical!

Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is excited to introduce you to the stellar cast of Houstonians in the world premiere of The Ugly Xmas Sweater Musical, a brand-new musical.

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Suspect in fatal shooting of judge has been found dead, sheriff’s office says

A man suspected in the fatal shooting of a Maryland judge has been found dead, officials announced Thursday.

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Disney Animation Grants Fans’ “Wish” with Early-Access Screening Nov. 18

All-New Musical Comedy to Play in 750 Theaters Coast-to-Coast Ahead of its Nov. 22 U.S. Opening

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SPARK Week Celebrates 40 Years of Transforming Houston School Parks

In an exciting endeavor to rejuvenate and enhance community spaces, the SPARK School Park Program is thrilled to announce the upcoming SPARK Week, taking place from November 13th to 17th. This celebration marks a significant milestone in their journey, as they embark on a mission to build or "re-SPARK" 40 school parks in the Greater Houston area, all part of their remarkable $10 million campaign.

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The Burial

It’s an unlikely paring. A 75-year-old, southern white boy and a flashy ambulance-chasing Black lawyer. But it works. It’s them against big business. Davids versus Goliath. An ancient tale that never grows old.