Court clears way for HISD takeover.

Plus: Woodlands man jailed in Russia. Runner's dream is back on track. Paxton is sued over ballots. Watering hole might be a total loss.

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View in browser NEW YEAR SALE: Get 3 Months of the Local News Source You Need for Only 99¢. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top stories around Houston today:   Court clears way for HISD takeover. The school district could face a state takeover after the Texas Supreme Court removed a temporary injunction that paused the trial.      Baylor Medicine has a spot in the Helix. The school will serve as the anchor tenant of the Dynamic One building, occupying 114,000 square feet for labs and startup companies.   Thumbs: What's next on Shaq's menu? Shaquille O'Neal gets a thumbs up for proving he's a man of his word. "If Georgia beats TCU, I'll eat frogs." Also: Dan Patrick relegates the press to the peanut gallery.   Framber Valdez gets a big raise with the Astros. The pitcher will earn $6.8 million in 2023 after agreeing to the salary figure and avoiding arbitration with the team.   Kite festival celebrates the sun. Makar Sankranti pays homage to the Hindu solar deity, Surya, and marks the movement of the sun to the northern hemisphere.    Sponsored Content   The FlexiSpot E7 Pro Plus Standing Desk is a great option for small spaces In today's day and age of at least partial remote work for most people, the need for a comfortable and quality home workspace is as prevalent as ever. No longer is an un-ergonomic chair at the dining table acceptable now that your at-home work situation is likely long-term.                 GET 3 MONTHS OF THE LOCAL NEWS SOURCE YOU NEED. Unlimited Digital Access for Only 99¢ Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2023 Hearst Communications