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A shift in how we build commercial buildings could be a boon for East Texas
Read full article: A shift in how we build commercial buildings could be a boon for East TexasGlobally, mass timber construction projects are expected to reach more than 24,000 by 2034. So far, at least 134 mass timber projects are in progress or completed in Texas. The first such project was a six-story office building in downtown San Antonio.
More schools are adopting 4-day weeks. For parents, the challenge is day 5
Read full article: More schools are adopting 4-day weeks. For parents, the challenge is day 5Hundreds of school systems around the country have adopted four-day weeks in recent years, mostly in rural and western parts of the U.S. Districts cite cost savings and advantages for teacher recruitment.
Family speaks on frustration after innocent Philadelphia woman was put in jail, despite authorities in Harris Co. admitting she’s innocent
Read full article: Family speaks on frustration after innocent Philadelphia woman was put in jail, despite authorities in Harris Co. admitting she’s innocentThe Harris County District Attorney’s office says it’s done its part to make things right, but tonight Julie Hudson’s family says they’re only interested in hearing that their innocent loved one has been released from jail, and so far that hasn’t happened yet.
Ph.D. student falsely accused of robbery in Webster released from Philadelphia jail; officials speak out on ‘mistaken identity’ arrest
Read full article: Ph.D. student falsely accused of robbery in Webster released from Philadelphia jail; officials speak out on ‘mistaken identity’ arrestIt’s a case of mistaken identity out of Webster, Texas that landed an innocent woman in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania behind bars for a robbery she never committed.
McConaughey, Kunis among People mag’s ‘People of the Year’
Read full article: McConaughey, Kunis among People mag’s ‘People of the Year’Matthew McConaughey, Mila Kunis, Jennifer Hudson and “Abbott Elementary” creator and star Quinta Brunson have been named People magazine’s 2022 “People of the Year.”.
McConaughey, Kunis among People mag's 'People of the Year'
Read full article: McConaughey, Kunis among People mag's 'People of the Year'Matthew McConaughey, Mila Kunis, Jennifer Hudson and “Abbott Elementary” creator and star Quinta Brunson have been named People magazine’s 2022 “People of the Year.”.
Joey Logano wins at Phoenix to earn 2nd NASCAR championship
Read full article: Joey Logano wins at Phoenix to earn 2nd NASCAR championshipJoey Logano won his second NASCAR championship to give Roger Penske two titles in the same season with a victory in Sunday’s winner-take-all finale at Phoenix Raceway.
LIST: Here are some family-friendly places to take the little ones on Halloween this Monday
Read full article: LIST: Here are some family-friendly places to take the little ones on Halloween this MondayAll the little ghouls and goblins will be outside searching for the sweetest treats this Halloween, and we want to ensure they enjoy it in the safest way possible.
Hudson Hornet added to National Historic Vehicle Register
Read full article: Hudson Hornet added to National Historic Vehicle RegisterSince 2014, 30 vehicles have been added to the National Historic Vehicle Register, a program created in partnership with the U.S. Dept. of the Interior and Library of Congress.
Apartments called ‘deplorable’ by residents back up to code; Community leaders, activists provide school supplies for those families
Read full article: Apartments called ‘deplorable’ by residents back up to code; Community leaders, activists provide school supplies for those familiesBig changes are happening at the Sterlingshire Apartments in northeast Houston.
Mother accused of shooting kids’ father after he showed up with current girlfriend during child drop-off charged in incident: HPD
Read full article: Mother accused of shooting kids’ father after he showed up with current girlfriend during child drop-off charged in incident: HPDA mother, upset that the father of their two children had his current girlfriend in the car during their arranged child drop off, shot the father Sunday night, according to Houston police.
NYC concert lineup: Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jennifer Hudson
Read full article: NYC concert lineup: Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jennifer HudsonNew York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon and Jennifer Hudson will headline an August concert in Central Park marking the city’s comeback from the coronavirus pandemic.
Legion official resigns over censored Memorial Day speech
Read full article: Legion official resigns over censored Memorial Day speechThe head of an American Legion post in Ohio has stepped down after organizers of a Memorial Day ceremony silenced a speech about freed Black slaves honoring soldiers after the Civil War.
Audio cut in speech on Black people’s role in Memorial Day
Read full article: Audio cut in speech on Black people’s role in Memorial DayOrganizers of a Memorial Day ceremony in Ohio turned off the featured speaker’s microphone when a former Army officer began recalling how freed Black slaves honored fallen soldiers after the Civil War.
EXPLAINER: How Ohio's Vax-a-Million lottery will work
Read full article: EXPLAINER: How Ohio's Vax-a-Million lottery will workWith the first drawing for Ohio’s Vax-a-Million lottery system scheduled for May 26, state officials announced major changes to the process Monday, including an opt-in only entry and verification process.
Man sentenced to life in prison for murder of Dallas woman
Read full article: Man sentenced to life in prison for murder of Dallas womanProsecutors say a man was sentenced to life in prison Thursday after pleading guilty to killing a 22-year-old Dallas woman as she went to celebrate her birthday with friends.
How to get help with mental illness in Houston
Read full article: How to get help with mental illness in HoustonAngelina Hudson said she knows firsthand the struggle and the journey to get help. Long before the pandemic disrupted daily life, she struggled to cope with caring for her son Quentin, who was born severely autistic. ASK 2 LIVE: Join tonight’s Ask 2 Live discussion about mental health amid the pandemicIt changed Hudson’s life. In January, before the pandemic took hold, NAMI logged just 186 responses by phone or email to people needing help. It operates a crisis hotline for people who are in danger of hurting themselves or others, and an information line for all things COVID-19.
Parents, are you doing enough to keep your kids safe online?
Read full article: Parents, are you doing enough to keep your kids safe online?Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat … it can be tough to keep all the social media channels straight. And then you throw in texting, e-mail, the Cloud -- phew. It’s one thing to maintain a personal Facebook account. But when you try to stay on top of all the apps on your child’s or teenager’s phone? It can feel like a full-time job.