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Monday AM March 22nd, 2010
by: Ed Mayberry
A survey shows that 75 percent of high-net-worth individuals will not be cutting back on their charitable spending, in spite of the economy. Ed Mayberry reports.
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Where Have All the Barcodes Gone?
March 22, 2010    
by: Laurie Johnson


Technology under development through Rice University could eliminate the need for checkout lines at the grocery store. As Laurie Johnson reports — Rice's nanotube research is part of an international effort to change the way retail stores track and sell inventory.
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Are Charter Schools Better?
March 22, 2010    
by: Bill Stamps


Charter schools have grown in popularity in recent years as parents look for ways to improve their child's educational experience. But just how much of a difference can a school make? A University of Houston professor researched the issue and has some interesting findings. Bill Stamps has more.
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Metro Board Nominee Wants New Transparency
March 19, 2010    
by: Jack Williams


A local transportation blogger and engineer says he's excited about the potential of bringing positive change to metro after his nomination to the transit agency's board by Mayor Annise Parker. Jack Williams reports.
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Rodeo to Hit Milestone
March 19, 2010    
by: Pat Hernandez


They are pricey pork futures at the rodeo. Nationwide economic woes do not deter record prices paid for the Junior Market Barrow Grand and Reserve Grand Champions. In fact, officials at rodeo Houston say this year's run will wind up setting an all time record for attendance. Pat Hernandez has more.
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Bauer Business Focus: John Bowen
March 19, 2010    
by: Ed Mayberry


The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo pumps millions of dollars into the local economy. On this week's "Bauer Business Focus," Ed Mayberry talks with John Bowen, the dean of the Conrad Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management, about the economic impact of the rodeo.
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Mayor Annise Parker Urges Washington to Save the Shuttle Program
March 19, 2010    
by: Eric Niiler


Federal Officials say that the privatization of space flight will not result in long term economic harm, but Houston Mayor Annise Parker disagrees. Eric Niiler reports from Washington.
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Study Examines Regional Transit
March 18, 2010    
by: Wendy Siegle


It's a blueprint for how Houstonians may move in the future. Local planners are examining the region’s transit options as part of a year-long study. From the KUHF NewsLab, Wendy Siegle has the story on what the planners will be looking at and how the public is giving its input.
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Car Burglars Aren't Off on Spring Break
March 18, 2010    
by: Pat Hernandez


Houston Police have a message for airport travelers headed out of town for spring break. Car thieves will be staying behind watching your vehicles left at the airport. Pat Hernandez has more.
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Census: So Easy Everyone Can Do It
March 18, 2010    
by: Bill Stamps


By now most people should have received their census form in the mail. In the past, the form was longer and more detailed, but this time they've made it shorter and simpler to be sure that everyone is counted. For this report, Bill Stamps filled out his census and tells us what to expect.
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UT Medical Students Get “Matched”
March 18, 2010    by: Carrie Feibel

With Congress pushing for health care reform, many would-be doctors know that their profession is facing some big changes. Still, the uncertainty hasn’t taken the joy out of one of medical school's most important rituals: Match Day. Carrie Feibel joined fourth year students from the University of Texas at Houston.
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Medical Clinic at Houston Rodeo Works Behind the Chutes, Tending Hurt Cowboys
March 18, 2010    
by: Carrie Feibel


Ranching is a rough industry, so it makes sense that rodeo is a rough sport. Concussions, sprains and fractures are everyday occurrences. At the Houston Rodeo, a medical team stands ready with ice, tape and bandages. Health, science and technology reporter Carrie Feibel paid a visit to find out just how dangerous rodeo really is.
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Group Files Complaint Against Houston Zoo
March 17, 2010    
by: Bill Stamps


An animal rights group has filed a complaint with the Federal Government against the Houston Zoo. The group In Defense of Animals says the zoo is knowingly breeding elephants that will contract the herpes virus and most likely die. Bill Stamps has more.
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