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AP source: Jerami Grant to be traded to Portland by Detroit

A person with knowledge of the situation said the Detroit Pistons have agreed to trade Olympic gold medalist Jerami Grant to the Portland Trail Blazers, with the biggest part of the return being a first-round pick in the 2025 draft.

Russia Goes After British MP’s Son for Killing of Chechen Commander in Ukraine

via YouTube/The Telegraph Russia’s National Guard has confirmed that a Chechen commander was killed in a bloody firefight with foreign volunteers in Ukraine—and they singled out the son of a British lawmaker as one of those responsible.Ben Grant, a 30-year-old former Royal Marine and the son of Helen Grant, a Conservative MP and Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s special envoy on girls’ education, joined British and U.S. servicemen fighting Russian forces in Ukraine back in March, telling British me

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Coweta man sentenced in “worst child molestation case” judge had ever seen

He was sentenced to five consecutive life terms plus 60 years.

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DC Chi Pie is heaven sent: Deep dish pizza with a local touch

The Capitol Heights pizzeria proved to be a higher calling for the family-run business.

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VIDEO: Catching up with artist Grant Manier

Grant Manier is an artist living with autism who turns recycled paper into works of art. Manier has appeared many times on KPRC 2 and Houston Life. On Thursday, Manier and his mother Julie Coy provided an update on Manier’s battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Biden to host White House wedding reception for granddaughter

Biden's eldest granddaughter will get a wedding party at perhaps the most exclusive venue in the US.

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Autopsy report for death row inmate John Marion Grant — who convulsed and vomited during his execution — reveals new information about his execution

Oklahoma's lethal injection protocol is highly controversial, with critics saying it causes unnecessary suffering.

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Chicago man held on $2 million bail accused of shooting pregnant woman in DuPage County

A South Side man was ordered held on $2 million Friday after being accused of shooting an 8-month pregnant woman on Route 83 in Willowbrook, officials said in a news release.

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Israeli soccer coach Grant accused of sexual harassment

Israeli soccer coach Avram Grant has been accused in a new investigative report of sexually harassing multiple women.

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Oklahoma executes man for killing 2 hotel workers after his firing squad request is denied

"Yo, God, I got this," Donald Grant said while lying strapped to the gurney, delivering his last words.

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Two broadcasters body-shamed girls during a high school basketball game. They were fired on the spot.

The incident quickly sparked outrage in the small rural community, drawing hundreds of social media comments.

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2 men on Oklahoma's death row ask for execution by firing squad over lethal injection

One of the men's attorneys told the judge that they have agreed to chose to be executed by firing squad as a way to delay their upcoming lethal injections.

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Oklahoma death row inmates seek firing squad as alternative

An attorney for two Oklahoma death row inmates facing executions in the coming months offered firing squad as a less problematic alternative to the state’s three-drug lethal injection.

Best restaurants in D.C.: Tom Sietsema’s 7 favorite places to eat in December 2021

A toast to some favorite newcomers, as well as a few tried-and-true performers.

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A joyful noise: Contemporary Christian music

Christian rock is as old as rock 'n' roll itself. Amy Grant, and the duo For King and Country, Joel and Luke Smallbone, talk about performing in a contemporary genre to spread the Word.

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Thom Brennaman: Criticism of on-air apology shows there's 'a lot wrong in this world'

Thom Brennaman: "I've said to my wife ... this is gonna be the best thing that ever happened to us because somebody's gonna ... give us a chance."

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This home was turned into Hogwarts over Halloween weekend and we’re obsessed

Grab your wand, cloak and a Nimbus 2000, because we’re taking off on a broomstick ride to Hogwarts.

Oklahoma Tortured John Grant to Death Because He Wouldn’t Commit Suicide

In the pursuit of killing its own citizens, this country has created a bestial regime.

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Doctors question sedative dose used in Oklahoma execution

Medical experts say it's unclear why an Oklahoma inmate began convulsing and vomiting after the first of three drugs used to execute him was administered.

Oklahoma death row inmate convulsed, vomited during lethal injection, witness says, as state resumes executions

John Marion Grant's death came hours after the U.S. Supreme Court lifted a stay of execution and formally ends a six-year hiatus in Oklahoma following concerns over a string of botched lethal injections.

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Oklahoma Resumes Executions, Kills Inmate For 1998 Slaying

Oklahoma have resumed lethal injection executions after a six-year hiatus. The state executed inmate John Marion Grant for a stabbing death in 1998.

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Oklahoma Resumes Executions, Kills Inmate For 1998 Slaying

Oklahoma have resumed lethal injection executions after a six-year hiatus. The state executed inmate John Marion Grant for a stabbing death in 1998.

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Oklahoma Resumes Executions, Kills Inmate For 1998 Slaying

Oklahoma have resumed lethal injection executions after a six-year hiatus. The state executed inmate John Marion Grant for a stabbing death in 1998.

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Oklahoma resumes executions, kills inmate for 1998 slaying

Oklahoma executed a man Thursday for the 1998 stabbing death of a prison cafeteria worker, the state’s first lethal injection following a six-year moratorium. John Marion Grant, 60, who was strapped to a gurney inside the execution chamber, began convulsing and vomiting after the first drug, the sedative midazolam, was administered. Several minutes later, two members of the execution team wiped the vomit from his face and neck.

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Federal appeals court temporarily halts executions of John Grant and Julius Jones in Oklahoma

The two men filed a lawsuit with other inmates challenging Oklahoma's lethal injection protocols.

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Federal appeals court temporarily halts executions of John Grant and Julius Jones in Oklahoma

The two men filed a lawsuit with other inmates challenging Oklahoma's lethal injection protocols.

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Three Florida teens killed a classmate with a knife and a sword in a surprise attack, police say

The Florida teenagers were arrested for allegedly killing 18-year-old Dwight "DJ" Grant.

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Miramar teen was ambushed in an apartment stairwell, stabbed and beaten to death, police say

On the day of the murder, three teens gathered at a playground. They wore black. Two of them, a boy and girl, had latex gloves, do-rags and COVID masks to hide their identities. The third teen was the seducer, her job to lure an 18-year-old into a stairwell and ultimately to his death by the promise of sex. Christie Rubee Parisien, 17, and Jaslyn Smith, 16, both of Miramar, and Andre Dexter ...

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Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust declares critical incident

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust says there is "unprecedented demand" on services.

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Ohio mom becomes a minister in a minute, then signs religious exemptions for anti-mask families

Kristen Grant says she hasn't broken any rules. School officials say she exploited a loophole. Who is this 37-year-old mom?

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Houston Newsmakers: Houston attorney ‘a driving force’ behind tribute to Lyndon B. Johnson

Houston Newsmakers: Houston attorney ‘a driving force’ behind tribute to Lyndon B. Johnson

Ed Asner: Lou Grant and Up actor dies aged 91

He'll be remembered for his roles as TV newsman Lou Grant and the lead voice role in Pixar hit Up.

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Naked man watched woman undress and tan at Planet Fitness in South Carolina, cops say

Planet Fitness initially revoked the woman’s membership. Then came a closer look at surveillance footage.

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AP source: Grant accepts Olympic bid, pushes US roster to 12

USA Basketball now has a full 12-man roster for the Tokyo Games, after Chicago’s Zach LaVine and Detroit’s Jerami Grant accepted invitations Wednesday to join the team that will try to win the program’s fourth consecutive Olympic gold medal.

‘The Mayor of Harlem’ celebrates Bill Robinson as dance superstar, as well as social activist

Trio of tap stars has directed and choreographed the new documentary, on-demand through June 3 as part of the Joyce Theater’s digital season.

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Court declares Texas man innocent after DNA cleared him

HOUSTON (AP) — A Houston man who had been convicted in a 2010 fatal stabbing but was...

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Five Oregon counties vote to move to Idaho in bid to escape Democrats

‘I understand why many people want to be Idahoans,’ governor Brad Little says, describing move as ‘within the realm of possibility’

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Court declares Texas man innocent after DNA cleared him

A Houston man who had been convicted in a 2010 fatal stabbing but was later eliminated as the killer by DNA evidence was declared innocent on Wednesday by Texas’ highest criminal court. The ruling by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals came after a new analysis of DNA found on the victim’s fingernails pointed to Lydell Grant’s innocence. Grant was convicted in the death of 28-year-old Aaron Scheerhoorn, who was stabbed outside a Houston bar.

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KPRC 2 Insiders invited to join event with local eco-artist Grant Maniér

Get ready to flex your creative muscles.

Hammond man charged with shooting at woman with AR-15 rifle

Grant pulled out an AR-15 rifle from his back seat and put in on his lap, telling the woman he knew who she was, who her friend was, and who her brother was, according to the probable cause affidavit. The woman managed to get out of the car and started running toward the apartments, because she knew someone who lived there, charges state.

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Man pleads guilty in 2019 fatal shooting of Illinois state trooper

Christopher R. Grant, who lived at the home where the warrant was being served, has been charged with murder in Hopkins’ death and is awaiting trial. Grant and Stewart engaged in a day-long standoff with East St. Louis police, Illinois State Police, the SWAT team and other law enforcement before they surrendered.

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Houston Endowment awards PVAMU with $1.5M grant to help increase hiring of qualified teachers of color

HOUSTON – The Houston Endowment awarded Prairie View A&M University with a $1.5 million grant to help increase the hiring of qualified teachers of color, according to a release. The foundation invested the grant into PVAMU’s Whitlowe R. Green College of Education to support the university’s educator preparation program. Its goal is not only to increase more qualified teachers of color but also to help prepare those educators for long-term success. The grant is part of the $20 million in funds Houston Endowment awarded to several Houston-area organizations that are committed to making racial equity and social justice in Houston a reality. “The grant will help enhance the quality and distinctiveness of programs and services to best prepare students for careers as accomplished educational professionals.”

Abbott, TEA offers $1,500 grants for students with cognitive disabilities impacted by COVID-19

The Supplementary Special Education Services (SSES) program allows eligible families of children to qualify for $1,500 to be used in the SSES marketplace. Priority will be given to Texas families receiving income assistance and to families that have documented financial needs. AdFollowing the submission of an application, eligible families will receive an email to create their SSES marketplace account through ClassWallet. “The SSES program provides crucial academic resources to students with cognitive disabilities and will help close the educational gap caused by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Abbott in the release. “I urge eligible Texans to apply for this funding so that the State of Texas can partner with them and provide more support to Texas students.”

Grant available for Texas families with special education students: What you need to know

Applications are being accepted for the Supplemental Special Education Services grant for Texas students with significant and complex disabilities.

Airplane’s wheel plunges from sky, landing in Jefferson Park family’s yard. ‘Thank God it was a small plane, but it’s really surreal.’

At approximately 6:19 p.m., O’Hare airfield operations was notified that a plane landing on Runway 28Center was sending off a considerable amount of sparks from the landing gear on the left side of the aircraft, according to an emailed statement from the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).

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OPRF High School investigating ‘Zoom bombing’ incidents where racist, anti-Semitic language was used during classes

“I hope you can see racism and bigotry at OPRF High School will not just dissipate if you sweep it under the rug,” Grant said. “Racism and bigotry at the school level must be met face-to-face. Hate crimes must be approached with absolute clarity and straightforwardness that is transparent to the student body, parents, staff, administration and the community at large. OPRF has failed at taking these measures and still exhibits a desire to minimize and manage incidents. Marginalized students have an incredible amount of knowledge and methodology and best practices for fighting injustices the adult staff should take a cue from.”

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Houston’s only lesbian bar Pearl Bar will stay in business thanks to the “Queer to Stay” business grant

HOUSTON – Houston’s only lesbian bar is now a recipient of a grant that will allow them to stay in business. In a news release Tuesday, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), in partnership with SHOWTIME announced Pearl Bar and several other bars in the U.S. as recipients of the “Queer to Stay" grant, which supports LGBTQ+ businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. “It has been a hard road getting through this, but between our community and this ‘Queer to Stay’ initiative, we are excited to open slowly starting this weekend,” Pearl Bar said on its Instagram account on Tuesday. As businesses are widely affected by the pandemic due to events such as Pride Month being canceled, widespread revenue losses were reported. “We deserve to spend our money where we are treated with respect and welcomed from the moment we walk in the door," said bar owner Julie Mabry in a statement.

Despite DNA evidence, Texas court asks for more evidence before exonerating Lydell Grant from 2010 murder

HOUSTON The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals requested additional evidence in the Lydell Grant case on Wednesday. He was convicted and spent nearly a decade in prison before the Innocence Project of Texas helped get the DNA evidence retested. After Grant was released from prison, Carter confessed to the Houston Police Department, and DNA evidence tied him to the crime. The Innocence Project of Texas, who represents Grant, said they provided the TCCA with Carters confession tape more than two months ago. The Innocence Project argues, if it had been, he would have never been charged in the first place, let alone be convicted.

Amy Grant Shares Photos After Open Heart Surgery

Amy Grant has shared gripping photos taken after she underwent open heart surgery, noting something supernatural pulled her through the experience. Amy.Grant revealed she had a heart condition in February, and that she had been asymptomatic despite having the condition since birth. She added that she would be spending the summer swapping concerts and camping trips for taking care of her heart. Since February is heart health awareness month, I want to send a shout out to my doctor, John Bright Cage. RELATED CONTENT:Amy Grant Undergoes Heart Surgery to Correct Rare ConditionEXCLUSIVE: Amy Grant Talks Comeback AlbumMick Jagger Gives Update on His Health in First Interview Post-Heart Surgery

Amy Grant has open heart surgery to fix heart condition

NASHVILLE, Tenn. A publicist for Amy Grant says the contemporary Christian singer had open heart surgery on Wednesday to fix a heart condition she has had since birth. Doctors discovered Grant had a heart condition called partial anomalous pulmonary venous return (PAPVR) during a routine checkup. Grant, who is married to country singer Vince Gill, is six-time Grammy winner with well known crossover pop hits like Baby, Baby, Every Heartbeat and That's What Love is For."

As Silicon Valley orders everybody to shelter in place, tech execs navigate barking dogs, screaming kids and Zoom calls

At lunchtime on Wednesday, Grant laid out cans of soup for everyone and made the kids heat up their own portions. Then it was back to work, which for Grant meant seeking out a quiet spot somewhere in her house. "Now we're inviting everyone we work with to our home on a daily basis and kids are there. "Were reimbursing employees for office equipment expenses, making sure people are comfortable at home and being flexible around schedules." "She had three screaming kids behind her while she was trying to ask questions," Webb said.

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Man convicted of 2010 Montrose murder to be freed on bail as new DNA evidence comes to light

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A Houston man serving life in prison for murder is scheduled to be released from prison on bond Tuesday based on new DNA evidence in the case.Lydell Grant was sentenced to life in prison after he was found guilty for the 2010 murder of Aaron Scheerhoorn outside a bar in Montrose.In 2018, the Innocence Project of Texas retested DNA evidence from the case and found that Grant wasn't a match to the killer.Now, the state is re-investigating the case. "The highest responsibility of a prosecutor is to see that justice is done," Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said. "To accomplish that end, our Conviction Integrity Division and Houston police are working methodically to determine how the DNA discovered under Scheerhoorn's fingernails got there, and whether the new evidence exonerates Grant of Scheerhoorn's murder, notwithstanding the eyewitness identifications of the individuals at the scene of the crime. "His favorite is sweets. A personal pan of peach cobbler and beef enchiladas.

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Keanu Reeves Adorably Holds Hands with Alexandra Grant -- Everything We Know About Their Rumored

Keanu Reeves walked the blue carpet holding hands with artist Alexandra Grant at the LACMA Art + Film Gala in Los Angeles, California, on Saturday. The same year, they posed together on the red carpet at the UNAIDS Gala during Art Basel 2016 in Basel, Switzerland. Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant attend the UNAIDS Gala during Art Basel 2016 on June 13, 2016 in Basel, Switzerland. Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant pose by their book 'Ode to happiness' at le Grand Palais in Paris, France, on Nov. 10, 2017. RELATED CONTENT:Paula Abdul Addresses Keanu Reeves and Simon Cowell Dating RumorsKeanu Reeves Has Already Read the 'Matrix 4' Script and Says It's 'Very Ambitious!'

Man convicted of murder still in jail after DNA test clears him

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Lydell Grant was sentenced to life in prison for a crime he said he didn't commit. It ended with Grant remaining in custody.The prosecutor questioned whether the office had received a writ filed by the defense, who showed one had been filed. His family and friends left the courthouse without the reunion that they had expected Wednesday. "We know he's innocent, and we're gonna fight to the end," said his aunt, Kitsye Grant. What I feel bad for is the mother of the young man, the victim.

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Convicted killer still in jail after DNA test clears him

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Lydell Grant was sentenced to life in prison for a crime he said he didn't commit. It ended with Grant remaining in custody.The prosecutor questioned whether the office had received a writ filed by the defense, who showed one had been filed. His family and friends left the courthouse without the reunion that they had expected Wednesday. "We know he's innocent, and we're gonna fight to the end," said his aunt, Kitsye Grant. What I feel bad for is the mother of the young man, the victim.

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Convicted killer still in jail after he is cleared by DNA test

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Lydell Grant was sentenced to life in prison for a crime he said he didn't commit. It ended with Grant remaining in custody.The prosecutor questioned whether the office had received a writ filed by the defense, who showed one had been filed. His family and friends left the courthouse without the reunion that they had expected Wednesday. "We know he's innocent, and we're gonna fight to the end," said his aunt, Kitsye Grant. What I feel bad for is the mother of the young man, the victim.

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Wounded El Paso hero reunited with CBP agent who saved his life

Though his mom is "a gun-wielding grandma," she made the unusual decision Saturday morning to leave her Smith & Wesson .38 Special at home, since they were "just going to Walmart," Grant said. As his mother hustled to safety at the back of the store, Grant decided he would try to deter the shooter. Reunited with Grant a day later, Sifford said: "We bonded out there, and I'm just happy to see he's doing well." "If I could trade my life for that little girl's life I saw killed, I would do it in a second," Grant said. My life is almost over, so I would have traded my life for that life any day of the week.

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