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The Return of the Poll Tax in Florida?

Until 2018, Florida -- the state vital to the presidential victories of George Bush and Donald Trump -- deprived one in 10 voters, and 2 in 10 African Americans, of the right to vote with a constitutional provision banning felons from voting, even after they had fulfilled their sentences.

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Beyond the Rhetoric: Veterans Deserve Better Educational Opportunities

As a veteran who served my country, I feel strongly that others who serve are entitled to leave the military with an education and get further educated so they can advance in civilian society. It’s one of the most important things we can do to support the men and women who would die to protect us.

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H-E-B Names Quest for Texas Best Finalist

10 Texas Companies Head to the Final Judging Round

More than 500 Texans threw their hats into the ring submitting 564 products to H-E-B’s 2022 Quest for Texas Best competition. From coffee, cleaners, and confections, to salsas, salamis, and seasonings, H-E-B’s Business Development and Sourcing Managers reviewed a host of products for potential placement on store shelves. H-E-B is pleased to announce the top 10 contestants, who will present their products for final judging on August 24th at Dallas’ Fair Park.

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Inaugural Mix-MATCH: A Mixed Arts Festival Presented by MATCH

A Celebration of Houston's Vibrant Arts Community

Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston (MATCH) is thrilled to announce the first-ever Mix-MATCH: A Mixed Arts Festival, set to take place on Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 10 AM until 10:30 PM. This exciting event will be held at the MATCH, located at 3400 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002.

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Smithsonian American Art Museum Releases 10 New Digital Comics Exploring the Lives of Women Artists Represented in Its Collection

The Smithsonian American Art Museum has published 10 new digital comics, each celebrating a woman artist represented in the museum’s permanent collection. The trailblazing artists featured in the 2023 set of the series “Drawn to Art: Tales of Inspiring Women Artists” are Laura Aguilar, Tanya Aguiñiga, Emma Amos, Chitra Ganesh, Barbara Jones-Hogu, Sister Gertrude Morgan, Miriam Schapiro, Lilly Martin Spencer, Wendy Red Star (Apsáalooke/Crow) and Consuelo Jimenez Underwood. This latest group of comics marks the third installment of the museum’s online series since launching in 2021.

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Smithsonian American Art Museum Releases 10 New Digital Comics Exploring the Lives of Women Artists Represented in Its Collection

The Smithsonian American Art Museum has published 10 new digital comics, each celebrating a woman artist represented in the museum’s permanent collection. The trailblazing artists featured in the 2023 set of the series “Drawn to Art: Tales of Inspiring Women Artists” are Laura Aguilar, Tanya Aguiñiga, Emma Amos, Chitra Ganesh, Barbara Jones-Hogu, Sister Gertrude Morgan, Miriam Schapiro, Lilly Martin Spencer, Wendy Red Star (Apsáalooke/Crow) and Consuelo Jimenez Underwood. This latest group of comics marks the third installment of the museum’s online series since launching in 2021.

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Why a terminally ill young woman has changed her mind about living

To face each day, Claire Wineland undergoes hours of breathing treatments. It's a reality of living with cystic fibrosis she's come to accept.

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Texas Bowl Gridiron Legends Class of 2017 Announced

The Texas Bowl Committee has selected the 2017 Class of Gridiron Legends, the Bowl announced today. The honorees will be introduced at the 2017 AdvoCare Texas Kickoff game on September 2 and will be inducted to the Gridiron Legends at a special pregame ceremony during the Texas Bowl game at NRG Stadium on December 27.

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UBS will cut 3,000 jobs in Switzerland as it absorbs Credit Suisse

UBS expects to shed around 3,000 jobs in Switzerland to help it cut $10 billion in costs as it undertakes a sweeping overhaul following its emergency rescue of Credit Suisse earlier this year.

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Black History Month: A Guide to Houston's African American Landmarks

Black History in the Bayou

Black history is layered throughout Houston — you just have to be open to exploring. In a city lauded for its cultural diversity, it should come as no surprise that Houston neighborhoods provide storied pockets that explore African American’s plight, perseverance, and progression throughout history. From green spaces rooted in Emancipation celebrations to arts venues that fostered sounds of soul, these nine Houston African American landmarks are a must-visit during Black History Month and beyond.

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California Wildfires Have Destroyed 1,000 Structures ... And Counting

In a hopeful sign, thousands of firefighters were making headway Tuesday against the vast Thomas Fire in Southern California, with winds decreasing to 15 to 25 mph and the Santa Ana wind event beginning to wane.

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Trump defends Saudi Arabia as accusations mount over journalist disappearance

President Donald Trump has defended Saudi Arabia as accusations mount over its de facto ruler's close links to the men who apparently killed a journalist in the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul.

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These are the House Republicans running for speaker

The high-stakes race for House speaker enters a new phase this week, with a slate of new candidates vying for the gavel following Rep. Jim Jordan’s exit from the race.

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What to watch for in Tuesday’s elections

Abortion rights are on the ballot Tuesday as Americans head to the polls for state and local races that will set the stage for next year’s presidential election.

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How Potential 2020 Democrats Are Honing Their Foreign Policy Chops

It wasn't hard for generals to prepare for Sen. Elizabeth Warren's first question at the Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. "Gen. (David) Goldfein, would a significant reduction in funding to the State Department and other non-defense security agencies and programs make the Air Force job of defending America easier or harder?" Warren asked the Air Force chief of staff in June.

New Texas A&M AgriLife Report Provides Details On Coronavirus Food Assistance Program

Much-needed aid announced for agricultural producers greatly affected by COVID-19

The Agricultural and Food Policy Center at Texas A&M University in College Station has released a new report providing details and insights into the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

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The legend is building for Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence

Still just 19 years old, Trevor Lawrence isn't eligible for the NFL draft until 2021. But right now, he might be the best college football quarterback since Peyton Manning, who happens to be Lawrence's idol.

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3D guns: Untraceable, undetectable and unstoppable?

Not long ago, it was the stuff of science fiction, but now US officials and lawmakers are grappling with a new reality -- the ability for citizens to print firearms at home.

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Gun violence has killed at least 1 rapper every year since 2018

It's happened again: America wakes up to news that a hip-hop star was fatally and senselessly shot. This time, the rapper is Takeoff of Atlanta's platinum hit machine, Migos, who was slain early Tuesday in Houston, according to a source close to the group.

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7 takeaways from Tuesday's shocking January 6 hearing

The House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, Capitol Hill insurrection reconvened Tuesday for a hastily scheduled hearing, featuring blockbuster testimony from Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson.