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Spirited Holiday Tale Reveals Why Santa Is Never Seen

Soon, bells will be ringing and children will be singing, and they'll be plotting their plans for staying up late and catching Santa Claus as he eats the cookies off the plate. But as long as their eyes are open, no Santa will they see. How can this possibly be? Kids would like to know before the snow!

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'Black Panther,' 'Mary Poppins' join list of AFI honorees

A pair of major Disney-released blockbusters, "Black Panther" and the upcoming "Mary Poppins Returns," join "A Star is Born" and a mix of smaller movies in the American Film Institute's annual roster of the most outstanding achievements in film and television.

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Russell Crowe sells 'Gladiator' armor, jockstrap and more at 'divorce' auction

Russell Crowe is sharing mementos from his marriage -- for a price. The actor hosted a divorce-themed auction in Sydney on Saturday, which also happens to be his birthday and wedding anniversary.

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Why ESPN is going big on basketball

ESPN is doubling down on basketball content. For good reason. Millennials love basketball. About a quarter — 26% — of NBA fans are between the ages of 18-34, according to the Simmons National Consumer Study.

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Niecy Nash, Karrueche Tran & More Attend 'CLAWS' Screenings in Atlanta, DC, Houston

On Saturday, TNT and Bossip hosted sneak previews of the second season of the hit dramedy CLAWS in Atlanta, Houston and Washington, DC. Cast members in attendance were Niecy Nash, Carrie Preston, Jack Kesy and Jimmy Jean-Louis in Atlanta; Karrueche Tran and Harold Perrineau in D.C.; and Judy Reyes, Jenn Lyon, Dean Norris and Kevin Rankin in Houston.

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Colin Kaepernick Protest Inspires Author to Launch Book and Empowerment Summit For Black Men

Entrepreneur, author, radio and TV host, Coach Michael Taylor, will unveil his newest book, Shattering Black Male Stereotypes, at a free online empowerment summit scheduled for January 2018.

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Shotguns stolen from Palm Beach Zoo

Two specially modified shotguns and ammunition were stolen from Palm Beach Zoo sometime late Wednesday or early Thursday morning.

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Carol Burnett: An Evening of Laughter and Reflection Where the Audience Asks Questions

Carol Burnett, award-winning actress and best-selling author, is widely recognized by the public and her peers for her work on stage and screen, most notably The Carol Burnett Show. Named in 2007 by TIME magazine as one of "100 Best Television Shows of All Time," The Carol Burnett Show ran for 11 years, averaged 30 million viewers per week, and received 25 Emmy Awards, making it one of the most honored shows in television history.

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City of Houston Keynote Welcome Address During Small Business Expo Houston

Small Business Expo is proud to announce, “The City of Houston Welcome Keynote Address” at the Hyatt Regency Houston (Downtown) on Thursday, October 19th from 8am-9am.

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This 10-Year Old Black Entrepreneur Has Sold Her Patented Invention in All 50 States and Nine Countries

Elementary entrepreneur Gabrielle Goodwin has finally received the utility patent for her hair accessory invention GaBBY Bows. She and her mom, Rozalynn, applied for it when Gabrielle started her business at seven years old. The Double-Face Double-Snap Barrette solves the age-old problem of disappearing girls’ hair barrettes.

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HPD to Host Police Week Events

The Houston Police Department invites the community to observe and participate in National Police Week from next Monday, May 14, through Friday, May 18.

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Diamond Miner's Shares Crash as Tanzania Seizes Exports

Shares in a London-listed mining firm fell as much as 24% on Monday after officials in Tanzania prevented it from exporting diamonds from the east African country.

Donut Worry, Gourdough's Public House has you covered with a fun filled NYE Bash & New Year's Day Hangover Brunch on the Historic San Antonio Riverwalk

Buckle up San Antonio because Gourdough's Public House is ringing in the New Year twice. First up is the Gourdough's NYE Bash on the Riverwalk, followed by New Year's Day Hangover Brunch.

Gourdough's Public House Celebrates Family Friendly NYE Bash & New Year's Day Hangover Brunch in Austin

Buckle up Austinites because Gourdough's Public House is ringing in the New Year twice! First up is the Gourdough's annual Family Friendly NYE Bash, followed by New Year's Day Hangover Brunch.

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Seeking Black Teen Girls to Participate in Leadership Academy at Princeton University

Jacqueline Glass-Campbell, CEO of At the Well Conferences, Inc. (ATW), celebrates molding the masterminds of tomorrow with her unprecedented Ivy League summer enrichment program, At the Well Young Women’s Leadership Academy. It takes place July 19-July 31, 2020 at McCormick Hall, Princeton University. The application deadline is March 31, 2020.

No More Dodging Bullets: How The Worst Things In Life Can Lead To A New Perspective And Gratitude

Amy Herrig is the epitome of ‘beating the odds.’ Today, her life is great; she’s happily married, enjoys football, reading, and cooking gourmet meals for her family. But it wasn’t always this way. Since her teens, Amy has battled addictions, fought a 4-year lawsuit with the government that threatened to take everything she had–including her freedom–and triumphed over breast cancer. Amy emerged with a new outlook of gratitude and humility that has transformed her life.

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HISD @ H.O.M.E. distance learning plan provides essential resources for students online

The Houston Independent School District is launching HISD @ H.O.M.E. (Home-based Online Mobile Education), a distance learning plan to ensure students’ academic and non-academic needs are met as the district remains closed due to COVID-19 precautions.

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HISD @ H.O.M.E. Distance Learning Plan Provides Essential Resources for Students Online

The Houston Independent School District is launching HISD @ H.O.M.E. (Home-based Online Mobile Education), a distance learning plan to ensure students’ academic and non-academic needs are met as the district remains closed due to COVID-19 precautions.

Judge Rules That Lawsuit Challenging Boston Police Department’s Consistent Failure To Comply With Public Records Law May Proceed

In a case of first impression, a Suffolk Superior Court judge has ruled that a lawsuit challenging the Boston Police Department’s (BPD) pattern and practice of violating the Massachusetts Public Records Law may proceed. The lawsuit, brought by Lawyers for Civil Rights (“LCR”) and David Godkin from Birnbaum & Godkin LLP, alleges that BPD routinely fails to respond to public records requests in the timeframes required by law, and asks for a Court order mandating that BPD comply with the law in the future.

Houston Sauce Pit Vegan BBQ Food Truck Adding More ‘Pit Stops’ Around the City

The Houston Sauce Pit (HSP), the city’s first Vegan BBQ Food Truck, is adding more “Pit Stops” to its roving schedule each week!