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Apple Tablet Could Cement Jobs' Legacy

Apple Is Rumored To Be Working On A Wireless Tablet That Would Serve As An E-Reader. The Device Could Be CEO Steve Jobs' Attempt To Boost His Legacy By Saving The Struggling Print Media. More

Going To The Office . . . In Second Life

As Recession-Minded Businesses Cut Back On Travel For Employees, Online Communities Such As Second Life Are Filling The Void. More Than 1,400 Companies And Agencies Now Use Second Life Avatars To Hold Virtual Meetings And Conduct Training. More

Q&A: How Design Can Change The World

The Title Of Warren Berger's Recently Published Book -- 'Glimmer: How Design Can Transform Your Life And Maybe Even The World' -- Is Ambitious. More

Google Releases Dashboard Tool

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If you're still clunking around the Web with the same basic browser you had a year ago, you could be missing out. An updated browser and a few plug-ins are free and easy to install.

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When you see news happen, share it instantly with the world on Click2Houston.com. Send video and photos directly from your cell phone to ishotnews@click2houston.com. More

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Slideshow: Viewers At Airshow

The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field last weekend. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out the viewers who visited the KPRC Local 2 booth. More

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Slideshow 2: Viewers At Airshow

The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2009. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out some of the viewers who visited the KPRC booth. More

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Slideshow: Viewers' Hot Shot Pictures 2009 Part 2

Viewers send their favorite pictures to KPRC Local 2 meteorologists to feature on air. Send your submission to hotshots@click2houston.com and watch Local 2 to see if it's picked. More

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- Pearland Brothers Die In Plane Crash
  A mother talks about the loss of her sons who died in a plane crash with their grandfather, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- 4 Bodies Found In Cleveland House
  A welfare check on a family in Cleveland leads to the discovery of four bodies in an apparent triple murder and a suicide.
- Hospital: Ft. Hood Shooting Suspect Awake, Talking
  A U.S. Army hospital spokesman says the man suspected in a deadly shooting spree at Fort Hood, Texas, is conscious and able to talk.
- Employee Found Dead In Business
  Police find a woman dead inside a northeast Houston business after customers couldn't find anyone at the front desk, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- Nidal Hasan, 9/11 Mosque May Be Link
  Meanwhile, whether Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan is associated with the Sept. 11 hijackers is something the FBI will probably look into, according to a law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity because the investigation is ongoing.
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- 2 Boys, Grandfather Die In Plane Crash
  Nov. 8, 2009: Grief counselors will help students in Pearland after two brothers died in a plane crash along with their grandfather. Lisa Baldwin reports.
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- Traffic Tie-Up To Impact Work-Week
  Nov. 7 2009: A traffic tie-up is expected to impact traffic into the work week.
- RAW VIDEO: See Liberty County Sinkhole
  May 8, 2008: A giant sinkhole in Liberty County is swallowing everything in its path, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- Officer Describes Fort Hood Firefight
  One of 2 police officers who confronted the alleged Fort Hood killer says he shot Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan before kicking the man's weapon away, handcuffing him and ending the nation's worst killing spree on a military base.
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- Fort Hood Victims From All Walks Of Life
  The 13 people killed when an Army psychiatrist allegedly opened fire on fellow soldiers at Fort Hood, Texas, included several people who shared the same profession as the alleged shooter. Here is a look at the victims.
- Slideshow: Viewers' Hot Shot Pictures 2009 Part 2
  Viewers send their favorite pictures to KPRC Local 2 meteorologists to feature on air. Send your submission to hotshots@click2houston.com and watch Local 2 to see if it's picked.
- Tragedy At Fort Hood
  A soldier opened fire at a U.S. Army base in Fort Hood, Texas, on Thursday, unleashing a stream of gunfire that left 13 people dead and 31 wounded.
- Slideshow 2: Viewers At Airshow
  The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2009. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out some of the viewers who visited the KPRC booth.
- Slideshow: Animals At Houston Zoo
  Check out the Houston Zoo for family fun for kids of all ages.

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- Healthy Living In Your 40s
  Your guide to looking and feeling your best.
- Manage Stress, Find Balance
  The idea of living a balanced life may seem like an oxymoron. Yet working toward balance and self-care is key to feeling in control and more joyful at home and work.
- Weight & Exercise: The Right Mix
  Being healthy is related to how well you take care of yourself. But it’s never too late! A woman can learn new, healthy habits at any age.
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- 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?
- Guide To Negotiating A Great Salary
  You can start laying the groundwork for your salary negotiation even before the first interview. Here's a step-by-step guide.
- Should You Say Yes To A Buyout?
  In today’s economy, the lure of a big-bucks buyout can be tempting, but before you say yes, take the time to understand what it will mean for you.
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  In the current job market, you'd better have your act together, or you won't stand a chance. Check yourself on these 10 basic points before your next interview.
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- Halloween Guide: Last-Minute Costumes, Candy & More
  Did You Miss One Of Our Eerily Awesome Halloween Stories This Week? Don't Worry, Here's Your Frugal Guide To The Horrifying Holiday.
- Car Dealers Protected From New Consumer Protection Agency
  A New Consumer Financial Protection Agency Would Have Broad Authority But Big Gaps With An Exemption For Auto Dealers.
- GM Extends Refund Program To Jan. 4
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- Winterizing Cars Doesn't Have To Break The Bank
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- Cheap Car Drives Like A Pricey One
  The Volkswagen Jetta is the best deal in town if you like the idea of a solid sedan or wagon with European flair.
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- Top 10 Real Estate Nightmares
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