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Vivica Fox Returns to the Stage in Je'Caryous' Two Can Play That Game the Play

The original movie was met with rave reviews, instantly becoming a fan favorite and ultimately a cult classic. Over the years, the media has lauded it a “turning point in movie history” and a “game changer.” It is the movie “Two Can Play That Game.” It was also hailed as “opening the door for a generation of black entertainers” including Academy Award winning actress Mo’Nique, heartthrob Morris Chestnut, Grammy Award Winning Artist Bobby Brown and TV and movie stars Vivica A. Fox, Anthony Anderson and Gabrielle Union, who all starred in the original movie and have gone on to achieve great success in their careers. Now, an adaptation of the hit movie will be hitting the stage and touring across the country.

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Trump Warns North Korea: US Military 'locked and loaded'

President Donald Trump further escalated his rhetorical standoff with North Korea Friday morning, suggesting the US was ready to respond with military force should the rogue nation "act unwisely."

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New Orleans Flooding and Pumping System Crisis By the Numbers

Louisiana's governor has declared a state of emergency in New Orleans as officials and residents scrambled in the aftermath of last Saturday's heavy storm that left hundreds of homes and businesses flooded.

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RC’s Tex Mex Kitchen Opens in Sugar Land Neighborhood

There is no place like home especially when it comes to the people we know, the places we go, and the food we enjoy. After 23 years of working for one of the largest restaurant chains in the state of Texas, Ronnie Curnan decided to embark on his own restaurant journey. However, he’s keeping it close to his home in Sugar Land.

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Football Is Back In Houston

At last, the wait is over. Football is back. The Houston Texans opened the preseason against the Carolina Panthers in the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday night (8/9/17). As is the case with most NFL preseason games, the Texans’ primary goal was to evaluate some of their younger talent and shake the rust off the veterans.

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Houston Health Department to Mark National Health Center Week with Free Child Immunizations, Four-day Health Fair

The Houston Department of Health will offer free child immunizations and highlight many of the services at its health centers as part of National Health Center Week.

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METRORail Work Prompts Bus Shuttles

METRO will make improvements along all three light rail lines, which will impact evening travel this weekend. The scheduled work is necessary to ensure METRO can continue to provide reliable light rail service to customers.

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With Rockets, Opportunity for Ownership Representative of Houston

It feels like yesterday that businessman Leslie Alexander bought an “upstart” Rockets team for $85 million before the team’s historic 1993-1994 season.

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5 Things for August 11: North Korea, McConnell, New Orleans, Opioids, Taylor Swift

Been busy? Just now realize a big solar eclipse is coming? Don't worry; here's our guide for slackers. And here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Back-to-School: HCDE Provides Tips to Keep Children Safe in the Digital World

Technology and digital devices are ingrained in our children's daily life from an early age. With the increase in cyberbullying incidents over the past 10 years, many parents worry about the safety of their child in the digital world. Harris County Department of Education's Digital and Virtual Learning Manager David McGeary provides safety tips to help keep children from harm and become positive digital citizens.

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The 11th Annual Austin Ice Cream Festival Is Almost Here This Saturday, Aug. 12

The 11th annual Austin Ice Cream Festival presented by H-E-B is just around the corner this Saturday, Aug. 12 and what a better way to cool down this summer than a day at the beautiful Fiesta Gardens along Lady Bird Lake. The family-friendly festival will start at 11 a.m. and end at 10 p.m. and feature various activities throughout the day for all ages, such as frozen treat sampling from local and national brands, savory local food trucks and adult beverages.

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Redd Superfood Energy Bars Launch in Houston

Portland, Maine-Based Company Gives Space City a Boost of Clean Energy

Redd, a line of delicious vegan energy bars, launched in Houston this month. Redd bars are carefully designed to provide sustained, positive energy. Packed with all-natural superfoods, proteins, and vitamins, Redd bars have something for everyone, from foodies, to fitness fanatics, to workers on the go.

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Brightwood College in Friendswood to Launch New Medical Office Specialist Program Aug. 14

Brightwood College in Friendswood is pleased to announce the launch of its new Medical Office Specialist program beginning Monday, Aug. 14, 2017 at its campus located at 3208 Farm to Market Road 528. The Medical Office Specialist training is designed to prepare students for administrative support roles in healthcare settings. The program, through its unique curriculum, equips students with administrative training and business-related skills rather than clinical expertise, allowing students to develop the skills specific to the needs of local healthcare providers.

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Houston Faith Leaders Join Forces to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer Fatalities Among African American Women

According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among African American women, due to factors such as late diagnosis and long intervals between mammograms. Of even more concern is the fact that the mortality rate from breast cancer is 40% higher in African American women than Caucasian.

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Lunch and Learn with The Women Investors Network Expanding the Knowledge of Professional Women Working in Real Estate

Join female strategists for a dynamic event powered by Mercedes-Benz of Houston Greenway on Thursday, August 10, 2017, at the Royal Sonesta hotel.

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East End Improvement Corporation Announces 2017 Street Fest

The East End Improvement Corporation (501c3) has kicked off the planning for the 2017 East End Street Fest. This colorful, annual Houston community festival will be free of charge and it promises to continue to draw crowds to Houston’s birthplace.

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The 10 Senate Seats Most Likely to Switch Parties in 2018

The GOP's Senate recruiting challenges -- failing to land candidates in some states, attracting too many candidates in others, while two vulnerable incumbents are also targeted from within -- mean the party faces a long list of internal battles. Only after those are settled can the GOP fully turn its attention to unseating Senate Democrats in the 2018 midterm elections.

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5 Things for Wednesday, August 9: North Korea, Opioid Epidemic, African Politics

Global markets are wobbling this morning as tensions between the US and North Korea heat up. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Assets of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Sold for $15.3 Million

Houston based private equity firm ZT Wealth recently announced that they have exited their portfolio entity ZT Restaurants, L.P. for $15.3 million, implying an EBITDA multiple of 7.19x. In this liquidity event, ZT Restaurants, L.P. sold its assets of world-renowned Quick Service Restaurants brand, Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen. ZT Restaurants, L.P. partners will make over a 25% return in addition to their original investment. The investment has generated an IRR of over 23%, which includes 10% cash on cash distributions during the investment life cycle.

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Lawsuit: Female Recruits for Nebraska State Patrol Subjected to Sexually Invasive Exams

She thought she was going in for a routine pre-employment physical check-up.