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How is the Texas power grid holding up? Get live updates from our ERCOT tracker.

Confused about how to determine the health of the Texas power grid? You're not alone. That's why our newest tracker takes a live look at the grid's health.

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The Harris County Civil Courthouse is seen, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, in Houston.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman/Staff Photographer

Katy 'revenge porn' victim awarded $1.2B in lawsuit against ex-boyfriend

The lawsuit alleged her ex-boyfriend breached her personal and work computer accounts, impersonated her in fraudulent financial activity and shared intimate images and videos of her online after they broke up in 2020.

The long-awaited opening of Bun B's Trill Burgers smashburger restaurant is over. The restaurant at 3607 S. Shepherd in Montrose will open at 11 a.m. on June 2. Shown: Trill Burgers' Vegan OG Burger.

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Bun B's Trill Burgers will open new location in NRG Stadium for Houston Texans games

The smashburger sensation will be available at four concession stands at NRG Stadium for the Houston Texans' 2023 NFL season.

Antonio Armstrong Jr., walks into the 178th District Criminal Court for his capital murder trial on Monday, June 12, 2023 in Houston. Armstrong is accused of killing his parents in 2016.

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Lawyers reach closing arguments in third Antonio Armstrong Jr. trial

Jurors will begin deliberating two weeks of evidence from Antonio Armstrong Jr.'s third capital murder trial aimed at determining whether he shot and killed his parents as they slumbered.

A view of the Flagship Hotel in Galveston Thursday afternoon as workers begin restoration of the beachfront hotel which suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Alicia, August 25, 1983.

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Readers share memories of Hurricane Alicia, 40 years after it made landfall in Texas

We asked subscribers to the Bayou City History newsletter for some of their memories of Hurricane Alicia. Here are some of their recollections.

The Southwest Region champion Little League team from Needville, Texas, rides in the Little League Grand Slam Parade in downtown Williamsport, Pa., Monday, Aug. 14, 2023. The Little League World Series baseball tournament, featuring 20 teams from around the world, starts Wednesday, Aug 16, in South Williamsport, Pa. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Photo by: Gene J. Puskar, Associated Press

A history of every Houston-area team to make it to Little League World Series

Needville is just the 16th team from the Houston area to make it to Williamsport. Here's how they all did.

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Lizzy McGee poses for a portrait Monday, July 17, 2023, in the Cockrell Butterfly Center at the Houston Museum of Natural Science in Houston. She said she really enjoyed spending time in the butterfly exhibit. She also said she plans to start a Texas-themed amusement park.

Photo by: Jon Shapley, Staff Photographer

Houstonian behind new theme park TexasLand idea is a boot-wearing Texas fanatic

TexasLand, a Texas-based theme park, is the idea of Lizzy McGee, a sixth-generation Houstonian who is passionate about Texas stories. She is determined to open the park in 2026.

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I Know The Owner is a new bar/restaurant in the Heights

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This cool new bar in the Heights, I Know the Owner, serves up summer vibes

Even before you order, you're presented with a complimentary welcome shot of a frozen daiquiri. Just as if you know the owner.

Houston Astros' Framber Valdez delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

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Astros insider: What's wrong with Framber Valdez?

Framber Valdez has a 5.59 ERA in his six starts since the All-Star break -- and that includes his no-hitter. He has given up eight home runs during this stretch compared to 11 all last season.

Home construction continues near Conroe ISD's Christopher J. Hines Elementary, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, in Spring.

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Rapid development has Montgomery County districts prepping for more schools, bond elections

Montgomery County school districts are planning for more bond elections as regional growth continues to attract more homeowners and businesses.

A colony of Mexican free-tailed bats exit their shelter at sunset, Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, in Huntsville.

Photo by: Marie D. De Jesús/Staff Photographer

Texas cave bats are dying from a fungal disease. Experts warn other species may be next.

The Texas bat population is dwindling in size as a result of white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease. It is killing cave bats, particularly in central Texas.