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- Missing Man's Body Found In River
  The body of a missing Houston energy executive is found in the Mississippi River, and police say he apparently fell in, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- Girl, 2, Loses Battle Against Cancer
  A 2-year-old girl whose battle against neuroblastoma touched people across the nation has died, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- 2 Deputies Hurt; Suspect Kills Self
  A man with a history of mental illness kills himself after he fired shots that wounded two sheriff's deputies, investigators tell KPRC Local 2.
- Woman Found Dead In Motel Room
  A woman is found beaten to death in a motel room, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- City Worker Charged With Stealing Gas
  A city of Houston worker is fired after his arrest on charges of stealing gasoline from city gas pumps.
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- 2 Deputies Wounded In Shooting
  March 9, 2010: Two Liberty County sheriff's deputies are shot in the line of duty and the suspected gunman is dead. Mariza Reyes reports.
- How Did Bull Get Loose At Rodeo?
  March 8, 2010: A bull gets spooked at the rodeo and runs into the parking lot. Rodeo officials are taking steps to make sure that doesn't happen again. Phil Archer reports.
- Missing Man's Body Found
  March 9, 2010: The body of a missing Houston energy executive is found in the Mississippi River, and police say he apparently fell in. Courtney Zavala reports.
- 2 Teens Shot In Head While Driving
  March 3, 2010: A fight over a girl leads to two teenagers being shot in the head while driving. Ryan Korsgard reports.
- Caught On Camera: Bull In Parking Lot
  March 7, 2010: Some rodeo-goers get too close a view of a bucking bull when one gets loose and runs through the parking lot. Courtney Gilmore reports.
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- Slideshow: Tuesday's Forecast
  Is Tuesday going to be a washout? Check out our slideshow forecast to find out.
- Paris Goes Retro For Fashion Show
  Paris pulsed with retro energy, as the French capital's fall-winter 2010-11 ready-to-wear shows moved into day six with Giambattista Valli's feather-light display of 1960s elegance and a boho chic '70s collection from Kenzo.
- Slideshow: 2010 Rodeo Pictures
  Check out pictures from the 2010 Houston Rodeo pictures.
- Slideshow: Bull Loose In Parking Lot
  Some rodeo-goers get too close a view of a bucking bull when one gets loose and runs through the parking lot on March 7, 2010.
- Slideshow: Viewers' Hot Shot Pictures 2010
  Viewers e-mail pictures to hotshots@click2houston.com for KPRC Local 2 meteorologists to feature in their weathercasts. Check out some of your pictures.

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- Ace Your Interview’s Crucial First Moments
  Next time you're on an interview, keep in mind that the interviewer may be drawing conclusions about you before you've even gotten to the real interview.
- Six Answers Interviewers Need To Hire You
  During the typical job interview, you'll be asked a lot of questions. But do you really understand what the interviewer needs to know?
- Ten Tips To Boost Your Interview IQ
  Interviewing is a learned skill, and there are no second chances to make a great first impression. So study these 10 strategies to enhance your interview IQ.
- 7 Killer Cover Letter Mistakes
  Don’t ruin your chances of landing that new job by making easy to correct mistakes on your cover letter.
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- Earn Your Degree On Your Own Terms
  Finding it hard to juggle work and school? Find out how you can get a great education that fits your needs both inside and outside of the classroom.
- Learn To Set Goals For Higher Education
  Setting goals is an essential piece of the puzzle when it comes to making the most of your educational experience.
- Let Technology Help You In The Classroom
  By utilizing cutting edge technology in the classroom you can greatly enhance your educational experience and get a leg up on the competition.
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- Video: Going Green In The Kitchen
  The Way You Cook And Clean Up In The Kitchen Can Cost You Money And The Environment.
- Energy Tax Credits Tempt Homeowners
  New Federal Energy Tax Credits Trim Remodeling Costs. Which Home Project Is Right For You?
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  Find Out Which Items In Your House Could Last A Century, And Which Will Need To Be Replaced.
- 3 Tips To Snag The Appliance Rebate
  The Federal Energy-Efficient Appliance Rebate Varies By State, But These Three Hints Will Help You Get One.
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- 10 Ways To Avoid Divorce Disaster
  Lay The Groundwork Before A Split-Up To Avoid Having To Ratchet Down Your Lifestyle Too Much.
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- Real Estate 2010 -- Will It Be Better?
  There's little doubt that 2009 was a brutal year for many in real estate while for others it was a buying opportunity. What about 2010? Where are we headed?
- 6 Common Home Pricing Mistakes
  When selling a home, your pricing strategy can make or break your chances for a quick sale. Price your home right by avoiding these mistakes sellers often make.
- Staging Tips That Sell
  There is a lot you can do to get your home ready that doesn't cost much money; it just takes time and hard work.
- To Sell Or Not To Sell
  Due to the current market, should you sell or not. Should you act as your own agent?
- 5 Ways To Stop The Foreclosure Process
  Missed more than three mortgage payments, or your lender has filed a Notice of Default (NOD)? Even at this stage, there are 5 strategies to stop the foreclosure process.
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- How Do I ... Apply For Financial Aid?
  Here's A Guide To Applying For College Financial Aid By Using The Different Forms.
- Do Online Colleges Make The Grade?
  For-Profit Online Schools Have Hugely Rewarded Investors, But Tuition And Fees Run High.
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