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US Rep. Castro to Discuss US-Latin American Relations at Rice’s Baker Institute March 26

U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio, will discuss the role of the United States in Latin America at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy March 26.

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Trump-Kim Meeting Could Make War Less Likely

Donald Trump is taking a lot of heat for his snap decision to talk face to face with Kim Jong-un of North Korea. His aides caution that the meeting may never take place, that concrete conditions must be met for it to happen.

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Dressed to Kilt Premieres in Houston to honor Jim “Mattress_Mack” McIngvale

The most prestigious Scottish fashion show in the world, Dressed to Kilt (www.dressedtokilt.com), will honor Houston’s Man of the Year, Mr. Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale during a celebrity filled show celebrating country cool looks "From the Scottish Highlands to Houston." The show is Saturday, April 7, 2018 and will serve as the official opening of the new Million Air Houston facility at Hobby Airport, and the largest private jet hangar in TEXAS .

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Longtime Trump aide fired over security clearance issue

President Donald Trump's longtime personal aide John McEntee was fired and escorted from the White House on Monday, three sources with knowledge of the matter told CNN.

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Father Reunited With Teenage Daughter After Nine Years Apart

There was a joyous reunion on Sunday between a Shrewsbury father and his two children after nine years apart. “It was hard. It was definitely hard,” said Roger Brown.

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Bus carrying band students from Texas crashes near the Alabama-Florida line, shutting down I-10

At least one person was killed when a bus carrying Houston-area band students drove into a 50-foot ravine in Baldwin County, Alabama, on Tuesday morning, Sheriff Huey Hoss Mack said.

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UK could pull Russia's RT off the air

UK regulators could revoke the license of Russian state-backed television network RT after Moscow was linked with the attempted murder of former double agent Sergei Skripal.

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Deadly package bombings put Austin on edge

A series of deadly package bombs in Texas' capital has shaken residents' confidence in one of life's more routine actions -- opening a delivery at home -- as scores of people have called police in the past day to express suspicion about something they've received.

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The Senate Will Vote to Make Credit Freezes Free for Everyone

After the massive data breach at Equifax, consumer advocates called on Congress to make credit freezes free. Now, six months later, the Senate is set to pass legislation that would do just that. The provision is tucked into a broader bill that would roll back regulations on banks created by Dodd-Frank.

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3 Deadly Package Explosions in Austin Appear Connected, Police Say

Three explosions that occurred when people picked up packages outside their residences appear to be connected, Austin, Texas, city Police Chief Brian Manley said Monday at a news conference.

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Alexa Wants to Be Your New Co-worker

Alexa isn't content being a stay-at-home voice assistant. It wants to join the workforce. Amazon has been working with businesses and developers to bring Alexa into the office. The company launched Alexa for Business in November. It's already being used in some offices, including WeWork's co-working spaces.

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Cajun Heritage Fest Hosts Wayne Toups & Royal BluGarou

The Cajun Heritage Fest 2018 is going to be a rip-roarin' good time, just like it always has! Headlining the show this year is Wayne Toups & Royal BluGarou! Also hitting the stage during the day will be the ever popular Jamie Bergeron & the Kickin' Cajuns, Travis Matte and the Kingpins, and Donovan Bourque. There will be lots of beer, lots of crawfish, and lots of Cajun music, so if you like any one or two of the three this is the place to be on April 7th!

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Crown Royal to Give Away up to $20,000 Worth of Lyft Rides to Help Rodeo Attendees Get Home Safely

o Inspire Exceptional Generosity, the Canadian Whisky Brand is Teaming Up With Lyft to Fund Ride Discounts during the Final Weekend of the Houston Rodeo

As part of Crown Royal’s Live Generously and Life Will Treat You Royally initiative, the Canadian whisky brand is ensuring Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show attendees are celebrating responsibly and making it home safely by joining forces with Lyft to provide rides for rodeo-goers 21 and over.

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Honey Shine, Inc. Founder and CEO Tracy Wilson Mourning Announces New VP of Operations and Board Members

Dr. Wendy Ellis, formally of WNBA’s Chicago Sky, brings 15 years of experience to Honey Shine, Inc.

After an intense and extensive search, Honey Shine, Inc. founder and CEO Tracy Wilson Mourning selected Dr. Wendy Ellis as Vice President of Operations and Executive Director. Dr. Ellis comes with more than 15 years of non-profit development and fundraising experience.

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When a School Walkout Made a Huge Difference

On May 3, 1963, more than 800 black children in Birmingham, Alabama, skipped school. That morning, local DJ "Shelley the Playboy" Stewart served up some coded patter, confirming that the plan was on as scheduled. "Kids, there's gonna be a party at the park," he said. "Bring your toothbrushes because lunch will be served."

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Williams Sisters Meet in Indian Wells

Serena and Venus Williams won't be meeting in a grand slam Monday and their match won't be a final, either. But when the siblings face off under the lights in Indian Wells, California, it will still be a hugely significant occasion for the Americans who have combined to win 30 majors and transcended tennis.

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Governor Abbott Appoints 12 to Governor's Commission for Women

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Estela Avery, Tina Yturria Buford, Starr Corbin, Karen Harris, Amy Henderson, Karen Manning, Imelda Navarro, Rienke Radler, Jinous Rouhani, Catherine Susser, and Laura Koenig Young, and appointed Nathali Parker to the Governor's Commission for Women for terms set to expire on December 31, 2019.

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Kroger Brings Chef-Designed Prep+ParedÔ Meal Kits to 37 Select Houston Area Stores

Menu selections include eight freshly prepared recipes and require no subscription

What’s for dinner is no longer a question with Kroger’s new Prep+ParedÔmeal kits now available in 37 select Houston area Kroger stores. Kroger offers eight varieties of fresh entrees that are 100 percent measured, prepped and ready to cook. The kits are skillet to plate in 20 minutes or less – one of the shortest prep times for any meal kit on the market.

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DeVos Struggles to Answer Basic Questions About Schools in Her Home State

Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos stumbled her way through a tense interview on CBS's "60 Minutes" Sunday night, struggling to answer some basic questions about schools in her home state of Michigan and admitting that she does not "intentionally" visit underperforming schools.

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After Bruno Mars Is Accused of Cultural Appropriation, Black Celebrities Come to His Defense

Bruno Mars found himself caught in a heated debate about cultural appropriation over the weekend after an activist accused the "24K Magic" star of being a culture vulture profiting off of traditionally black music.