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OWN Announces Fourth Season Renewal of Ava Duvernay Acclaimed Drama 'Queen Sugar'

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today it has renewed for a fourth season Ava DuVernay’s critically acclaimed original drama series “Queen Sugar,” from Warner Horizon Scripted Television, ahead of the extended 90-minute season three finale airing Wednesday, August 22 (10-11:30 p.m. ET/PT).

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Texan Whitney Mercilus throws Back to school bash

Returning 2 Learning at Lawson Middle School

Houston Texans Whitney Mercilus is returning to the field this season showing NO MERCI, and off the field he is assisting Houston Independent School District students as they are RETURNING 2 LEARNING. Mercilus is working through his foundation, The WithMerci Foundation, to provide underserved children with FREE haircuts, hair styles, schools supplies and vouchers for school clothes.

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Boris Johnson's burqa row proves Britain is having its own culture war

Thanks to Boris Johnson, the UK's recently resigned foreign secretary, British politicians and British media are talking about the burqa.

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New York Republican Rep. Chris Collins indicted on insider trading charges

Federal prosecutors in New York on Wednesday charged New York Republican Rep. Chris Collins, his son and another man with 13 counts of securities fraud, wire fraud and false statements stemming from an alleged insider trading scheme centered on an Australian pharmaceutical company.

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Need student loans? FAFSA now has an app

Americans will finally be able to apply for federal financial aid on their phones.

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A look at California's largest wildfires, by the numbers

2,139 structures damaged or destroyed. And nearly 36,000 residents evacuated.

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Rebirth of burned neighborhood offers hope to wildfire-weary Californians

The charred trees that dot the yards and sidewalks on Jenna Place remain as a reminder of last year's catastrophe, but the heaps of ash and twisted metal that once filled lot after lot are gone.

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Fourth suspect in XXXTentacion's killing turns himself in

The last man authorities were seeking in the killing of rapper XXXTentacion surrendered at his lawyer's office, Broward County authorities said Tuesday evening.

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5 things for August 8: Primaries, immigration, China, Puerto Rico, New Mexico

Poor Hawaii. Just as the 3-month-long volcano eruption slows down, a hurricane comes along. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Lawsuit claims 15 Houston gas stations sell Viagra-laced 'enhancement' pills

KPRC is reporting a lawsuit has been filed Monday claiming that 15 gas stations in the Houston area are selling “male enhancement” pills that contain undisclosed drugs including Viagra.

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Harris County Students Attend Houston Urban Debate League Summer Institute through CASE Debates

Thirty-four CASE Debates students joined other young debaters at the Houston Urban Debate League (HUDL) Summer Institute last week to develop their public speaking skills and learn more about the theory of debate. The CASE Debates students represented seven schools, three districts and two charter schools in Harris County.

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Cracker Barrel Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk by iHEARTMedia, Inc. Supports Women’s Health in Houston

In May of this year, the Cracker Barrel Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk by iHEARTMedia was announced to community leaders from local businesses, churches, professional groups and Houston City officials during a luncheon held at the iHeartMedia offices.

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Houston Fire Department Initiative Focuses on Firefighter Health and Safety

The Houston Fire Department has been awarded the 2017 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). It’s an award that will give the department the ability to protect firefighters and maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Due to the extremely busy emergency response system in Houston firefighters are exposed to vehicle fumes on a routine basis. When these vehicles are started, the exhaust infiltrates the living and sleeping areas of the fire stations that are staffed around the clock.

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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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Grammy Award-winning Superstar Lady Gaga to Launch Exclusive Las Vegas Residency at Park Theater Friday, December 28

Tickets for 27 Performances on Sale Monday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. PT; Citi Cardmember Ticket Pre-Sale Launches Thursday, Aug. 9 at 10 a.m. PT

Six-time GRAMMY Award-winner, Golden Globe Award-winner and Academy Award-nominated superstar entertainer Lady Gaga will launch her exclusive residency at Park Theater at the new Park MGM resort Friday, Dec. 28. Citi is proud to join Lady Gaga and Park MGM as the official credit card of this residency, presented in partnership by Live Nation and MGM Resorts International.

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Ohio special election and primaries in Kansas, Michigan, Missouri and Washington state: What to watch

Tuesday marks the final special election before November, and a reliably Republican seat is once again at risk of switching parties.

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Immigrant ordered deported after Justice Department replaces judge

Judge Steven Morley has overseen the immigration case of Reynaldo Castro-Tum for years. But last month when Castro-Tum was officially ordered deported, it wasn't Morley at the bench.

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Lombok earthquake death toll rises to 105 amid search for survivors

At least 105 people are dead after an earthquake rocked the Indonesian island of Lombok over the weekend, state media reported Tuesday.

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Earth at risk of becoming 'hothouse' if tipping point reached, report warns

Scientists are warning that a domino effect will kick in if global temperatures rise more than 2°C above pre-industrial levels, leading to "hothouse" conditions and higher sea levels, making some areas on Earth uninhabitable.

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Usain Bolt earns 'indefinite training period' with Australia's Central Coast Mariners

If Usain Bolt is going to make it as a footballer, as he is determined to do, his career will begin in Australia.