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AFT’s Weingarten on Betsy DeVos’ Title IX Announcement

AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement responding to Betsy DeVos’ announcement today on Title IX:

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Celebrities Give Back to Houston Small Businesses in Harvey Relief Effort

$10,000 Awarded to Small Business Owners Affected By Hurricane Harvey

In response to the Hurricane Harvey tragedy, the Texas Black Expo, a nonprofit organization, has partnered with Emmy Award-winning producer, entrepreneur and Houston native Rushion McDonald (“Steve Harvey,” “Family Feud,” “The Jamie Foxx Show”) to raise emergency micro-funding for small businesses affected by the storm.

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Philando Castile Fund Aims to Feed Children in Need, Wipe Out School Lunch Debt and Keep His Legacy Alive

Over and over again, it has been proven that Philando Castile was a kind hearted and loving man. One thing that he often did as the cafeteria supervisor at J.J. Hill Montessori in St. Paul, MN was paid for the lunch of students who were unable to do so. “No child goes hungry so we ensure that every student has breakfast and also lunch whether they can pay or not,” Stacy Koppen, Nutritional Services Director for St. Paul Public Schools (SPPS) told WCCO.

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Venus Williams, Sloan Stevens and Madison Keys All Advance to U.S. Open Quarterfinals

For the first time in U.S. Open history, three black women have advanced to the quarterfinal round; and, in this case, they all happen to be American. As of Monday, Venus Williams, 37, Sloane Stephens, 24, and Madison Keys, 22, are all vying for the Tiffany-engraved trophy. Oh, and it’s all going down at a stadium named for African-American tennis legend, Arthur Ashe.

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53rd annual Austin Trail of Lights announced for Dec. 9-23

Austin's most delightful holiday attraction is back for its 53rd year; announces activities and event calendar

The 53rd annual Trail of Lights powered by H-E-B has been announced for Saturday, Dec. 9 and will run through Saturday, Dec. 23.

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Astros Foundation & Aramark partner with Salvation Army for Hurricane Relief Effort

Partnership will provide 5,000 hot meals daily for relief workers via Salvation Army trucks #AstrosHarvey

The Astros Foundation and Aramark are partnering to provide the Salvation Army with 5,000 hot meals daily for hurricane relief workers for a 10-day period from Sept. 5-14. The meals will be prepared at Minute Maid Park and transported to several different communities by Salvation Army trucks.

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Houston Furniture Bank Prepares for Post-Harvey Furniture Needs

An Estimated 25,000 to 100,000 Families in Houston will Need Furniture for their Homes in the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

As hundreds of thousands in the Greater Houston region prepare to begin the arduous work of recovering and rebuilding their lives after the devastation left by Hurricane Harvey, the Houston Furniture Bank is preparing to answer the call of an estimated 25,000 to 100,000 impacted families. That means many will need the most basic of furniture to start rebuilding. And the Houston Furniture Bank is here to help.

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Axwell /\ Ingrosso Launches New Web App to Build Your Own Album

Axwell /\ Ingrosso have launched their own Spotify app available now via the duo’s website. The ‘More Than You Know Playlister’ app utilizes Spotify’s API to allow fans to create their own Axwell /\ Ingrosso album, choosing from the full collection of their back catalog and exclusive track-by-track interview video footage with the duo. The resulting album can then be exported as a Spotify playlist, or viewed as an extended album-length video, tailor made using each track’s official video.

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"A Concert for Charlottesville" An Evening of Music and Unity at the University of Virginia's Scott Stadium

Performers include host Dave Matthews Band, Pharrell Williams, Justin Timberlake,Chris Stapleton, Ariana Grande, Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes, The Roots, Cage the Elephant

In response to the recent events in their hometown of Charlottesville, VA, Dave Matthews Band will host an evening of music and unity that will be FREE for members of the Charlottesville and University of Virginia communities through an online request process. The event - produced by Live Nation, Starr Hill Presents and the University of Virginia - will take place on Sunday, September 24, at UVA's Scott Stadium in Charlottesville.

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Venus Williams Wins Thriller to Set Up All-American Semifinal Against Sloane Stephens

Venus Williams is the definition of longevity. It was 16 years ago that the 37-year-old won the last of her two US Open titles and now the American is two victories away from securing what would be a remarkable success in New York.

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Civil Rights Groups Criticize Trump Justice Pick Ahead of Hearing

The questioning could be intense for President Donald Trump's pick to head the Justice Department's civil rights division, as Eric Dreiband's nomination goes before the Senate judiciary committee Wednesday.

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How Much Trouble Is Bob Menendez Actually In?

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez goes on trial today in a federal court in Newark, New Jersey, on charges of bribery in regard to his relationship with a campaign donor. Menendez has, from the start, insisted that he is totally innocent. But how much legal peril is Menendez actually in? I reached out to Thomas Cooke, a former assistant state's attorney and assistant public defender in Maryland and a longtime member of the Georgetown University faculty.

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5 Things for September 6: Irma, DACA, Sen. Menendez, Iran, Health & Height

Looks like we might get flying cars (and electric ones at that!) after all. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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China Willing to 'pay a price' for Stronger North Korea Sanctions

China is willing to take the economic hit of greater sanctions on North Korea, a top official said Monday, as Washington continues to pressure Beijing on the issue.

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Houston Teams and Athletes Step Up for Hurricane Relief

Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander says he'll up his donation to those affected by Hurricane Harvey to $10 million. He had already pledged $4 million but announced the increase Tuesday.

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Houston Rockets Selling for Huge Price

The Houston Rockets are being sold for a ton of money. Tilman Fertitta agreed to buy the team for a reported $2.2 billion from current owner Leslie Alexander, according to the Houston Chronicle.

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Trump's 'fire and fury' Rhetoric Met With Defiance By Kim Jong Un

While triggering global geopolitical shockwaves, North Korea's nuclear test also represents a flagrant personal challenge to President Donald Trump and his strategy of escalating the showdown with Pyongyang with explosive rhetoric.

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What Is a Hydrogen Bomb and Can North Korea Deliver One?

North Korea says it has successfully tested a hydrogen bomb, raising fears it is getting closer to achieving its goal of a nuclear-tipped intercontinental missile.

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JJ Watt's Harvey Relief Pushes Higher Still: Beats $10 Million Goal

JJ Watt is a force on the field. His skills extend to fundraisers. The Houston Texans defensive end has been raising money to help victims of Hurricane Harvey and on Thursday he surpassed his latest goal of $10 million.

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Statement from Senator Miles on HB 1774 Regarding Hurricane and Flood Insurance

"Over the past few days, the Greater Houston area received a disastrous amount of rain that caused extreme severe flooding. As the rain begins to cease and the water recedes, I pray for those directly impacted. As with previous disasters and floods, we will get through this as we have always done.