February 18, 2026

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The Impact of Robert Duvall on Film

[Photo: IMDb] If you’ve seen headlines on social media announcing, “Robert Duvall Dies At 95,”  It was with a heavy heart that Luciana, his wife, shared the news with the world on Monday, Feb. 16 on Facebook, that Robert Duvall had passed away. In her poignant announcement, she lovingly described

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University of Houston-Downtown and HISD Enter Historic Partnership

The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is joining forces with the Houston Independent School District (HISD) in support of the district’s mission to increase its number of graduates attending college. UHD will guarantee college admission to every eligible HISD senior through its groundbreaking Guaranteed Admission Program, the first of its kind

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National News

[Photo: Instagram] With deep sorrow, it is announced that The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a significant figure in the Civil Rights Movement and a renowned protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 84. Mr. Jackson, who devoted his life to advancing equality...

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[Photo: IMDb] If you’ve seen headlines on social media announcing, “Robert Duvall Dies At 95,” It was with a heavy heart that Luciana, his wife,

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On Friday, February 13, 2026, Congressman Al Green will present a symbolic check for $500,000 to support Harris County Constable Precinct 7 in their combating

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By: Bill King Until Saturday night, the Texas Senate District 9 had been represented by a Republican for over 30 years. In 2022, Kelly Hancock

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The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is joining forces with the Houston Independent School District (HISD) in support of the district’s mission to increase its number

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