Obama set to become 44th U.S. president in historic oath
A feature tracks Barack Obama journey from Hawaii and Indonesia to Chicago and Harvard, ending with his inauguration as the nation’s 44th president. It recalls key moments, mentors, and influences that shaped his rise from state politics to the White House. Kellman’s interview notes show Obama’s early interest in civil rights and social change as he sought to empower Chicago’s South Side communities.
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New York
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South Side
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Columbia University
Lee College freshman Josh Micheaux shines in Kilgore win
Roy Champagne admires Josh Micheaux a 6-foot-6 guard from Fort Bend Elkins, son of Phi Slama Jama founder Larry Micheaux. Micheaux led Lee College with 14 points in a 65-59 victory at Kilgore, adding four rebounds and three steals as he paces Region XIV with 4.8 steals per game while averaging 13.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 4.2 assists this season.
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Josh Micheaux
Lee College
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Larry Micheaux
University of Houston
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Kilgore College
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Baytonians react to Obama’s historic election
Baytown residents share mixed views as Barack Obama becomes the 48th president and first African American to hold the office. Chris Baba expects little personal change while Ruth Mescall wishes for national relief and Charlene Salas calls it an optimistic improvement. Dave Hamilton says his family feels good as they leave a Baytown shopping center. Siblings Victoria Miranda and Nicholas Wukasch are noted as part of the same family.
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Dave Hamilton
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Miranda
Nicholas Wukasch
Obama Becomes First Black President At Historic Inauguration
Barack Obama stood at the White House threshold as tens of thousands gathered in Washington to witness history. The 47 year old former senator would take office at noon Tuesday during an economic crisis and ongoing wars, urging Americans to unite in service and echoing Dr. King on the national holiday.
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University of Washington
Betty Bryant
Summertime reopening planned for UTMB Level 1 trauma center
UTMB aims to restore its Level 1 trauma center by summer, a move lauded as relief for Harris County which now relies on Ben Taub and Memorial Hermann. Ben Taub President David Lopez and experts note the need for 24 hour on call coverage across two Level 1 centers for a region near 5 million people. UTMB vice president Ben Raimer said the center would first restore its trauma services in a phased plan discussed with a House committee.
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David Lopez
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