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Governor Abbott Requests Major Disaster Declaration from White House

Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to President Trump requesting a presidential declaration of a major disaster in Texas based on the continued impact of COVID-19. This action follows on the heels of a series of proactive measures, including declaring a state of disaster for all 254 Texas counties on March 13, 2020.

2019 Academy Sports + Outdoors Texas Bowl to be Called By ESPN's Kevin Brown, Andre Ware and Alyssa Lang

The matchup between No. 25 ranked Oklahoma State University and Texas A&M University will kick off Friday, Dec. 27 at 5:45 p.m. at NRG Stadium and broadcast nationally on ESPN.

Mobile Mondays w/T-Mobile: Keeping Your Phone Clean

For all the things we touch throughout the day, we touch our phones more than anything else. And multiple studies have shown that our phones are germier than a toilet seat. Yuck. And on top of that, according to recent studies, Americans are checking their phones anywhere from about 50 to 100 times a day, and actually pressing and swiping more than 2,500 times per day.

Reward now $50K for help finding 8-year-old's killer

The total reward is now $50,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the shooting death of 8-year-old Secoriea Turner.

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Ralph Cooper Recognized at Harris County Commissioner Court for Being Inducted into Texas Radio Hall of Fame

To recognize a media legend who has kept Houston-area residents informed about sports and news for more than a half century, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis congratulated Ralph Cooper at Commissioners Court on Tuesday for his induction into Texas Radio Hall of Fame.

First-Ever Cadillac Grand Prix of Sebring Propels IMSA’s Return

2020 Cadillac CT5-V will serve as the pace car for IMSA’s second race back on July 18

Cadillac, a brand known for success and performance both on and off the racetrack, will serve as the title sponsor for the Cadillac Grand Prix of Sebring on Saturday, July 18 at Sebring International Raceway in Florida. The event will be the second race back for the 2020 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship series, following the WeatherTech 240 At Daytona on Saturday, July 4.

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Rice professor attracts grant to study magnetism

DOE Early Career award to physicist Ming Yi backs experiments on 2D materials

The Department of Energy’s Office of Basic Energy Sciences has awarded Rice University experimental physicist Ming Yi a five-year grant to explore the details of magnetism in two-dimensional materials.

Mayor Turner›s Proposed FY 2021 Budget Includes Tough Cuts, Preserves Public Safety and Maintains City Services

This week, Mayor Sylvester Turner presented his proposed FY 2021 budget closing a $169 million gap caused in part by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Comcast offers $31 billion for Sky, setting up showdown with Fox

Comcast has formalized its bid for European broadcaster Sky, a move that sets up a battle royale with rival US powerhouse 21st Century Fox.

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TWEF Launches “Seniors Disaster Preparedness Workshop” for Houston Communities Impacted by Hurricane Harvey

Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation’s (TWEF) has launched a Seniors Disaster Preparedness Workshop entitled “I Survived Harvey” to support Houstonians impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The workshop is being led by TWEF Ambassador Dr. Sherry Blake, a nationally renowned licensed clinical psychologist and advice columnist for Essence Magazine. The first Workshop will be held on June 12, 2018, in Kemah, Texas, reaching communities in need at schools, churches and community centers.

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McCain's last message read aloud as Washington returns to work without him

Republican Sen. John McCain had one more message for his fellow Americans. In a letter read by longtime aide Rick Davis on Monday, McCain encouraged Americans to unite around the ideals that connect them rather than focus on divisions. He also pointedly asked Americans to tear down walls rather than build them.

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Houston Texans vs. San Francisco 49ers Kick Off the Preseason in the State of Football Game

The Houston Texans will play the San Francisco 49ers this Saturday, Aug. 18 in the State of Football/NFL Play Football Game presented by Verizon. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. CT at NRG Stadium.

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Allstate and Tom Joyner Celebrate Family, Fun and Fellowship Labor Day Weekend at the 16th Annual Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion

The popular entertainment host partners again with the insurance company for the event’s 16th year, showcasing Concerts, Family Expo, Celebrities, and Seminars

Tom Joyner, host of the nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show®, and Allstate Insurance Company are celebrating the importance of family fun for every generation at the 2018 Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion®. The prominent event, now in its 16th year, will be held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, FL this Labor Day weekend August 30–September 3.

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Breathtaking And Empowering, Local Photographer Releases Skin Deep: The Skin I'm In, Beyond The Mask Vol. 2

Local Photographer Ferrell Phelps releases his second heart-warming, empowering and dynamic project entitled Skin Deep: The Skin I'm In, Beyond The Mask Vol. 2.

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OpenStax partner schools expected to save students $9.1M on textbooks

Students at nine U.S. colleges and universities that partnered with Rice University-based nonprofit publisher OpenStax last summer are expected to save $9.1 million on textbooks and other course material costs in the upcoming academic year.

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Cadillac Live Takes Online Luxury Shopping to the Next Level

Digital showroom launches in U.S., providing personalized car shopping experience and a unique way to explore Cadillac’s lineup

Part personal shopper and part interactive digital showroom, Cadillac Live launched today in the United States, expanding the reach of Cadillac’s uniquely immersive luxury-shopping experience to mobile devices and desktops across the country.

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An Interactive Conversation Focused on Black Men and Vulnerability Kicks off National Tour

Last month, filmmaker Brian Ellison, anthropologist Marlon Hall, and sculptor Anthony Suber launched a series of conversations focused on the black male experience in contemporary society called "The Black Man Project." Curated by Hall, the dinner series features a moving sculpture created by Suber with conversation centered around a documentary directed by Ellison, UnMASKulinity, debuting next year. The next discussion will take place on October 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Google Seattle Office.

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Moms' use of 'snus' tobacco linked to higher blood pressure in kids

Children whose mothers used snus — a type of powdered, smokeless tobacco popular in Sweden — during pregnancy had higher blood pressure by age 6 than children whose mothers did not use it, new research says.

Commissioner Goodell Joins Houston Texans Whitney Mercilus to Dine WithMerci for Down Syndrome

Texans DeShaun Watson and DJ Reader to be honored for their philanthropy work!

Houston Texans' Whitney Mercilus, a champion for community empowerment, known for showing NO MERCI on the field, but off the field, he is known for utilizing his platform to give hope and touch lives. Founder of the WithMerci Foundation, Mercilus work is focused on providing advocate services and financial support to families of children with disabilities and special needs.

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blink-182 And Lil Wayne Join Forces For Co-Headlining Summer Tour

Multi-platinum, award winning artists blink-182 and Lil Wayne announced they'll be hitting the road together for the first time ever on a co-headlining tour across North America this summer. Special guest Neck Deep will join on all dates. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 38-city outing will kick off June 27th in Columbus, OH and make stops in Toronto, Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping September 16th in Cincinnati, OH. The tour will see both artists playing indoors and outdoors in arenas and amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada all summer long.