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10 hidden gems in Houston's suburbs, from a construction-themed park to a funeral museum

Though Houston is famed for its diverse and lively atmosphere, its surrounding constellation of suburbs have some unique destinations that give the big city a run for its money.

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Sihem Fekih-Soibinet, 39, watches over her son Isaac Soibinet, 1, as he looks out the window of their home on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Spring. Corentin and Sihem have been juggling working remotely from home and caring for their 1 year old son after his daycare recently closed abruptly.

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Houston daycares lose federal funds, face 'child care cliff' closures

With federal funds drying up and a looming 'child care cliff,' many Houston parents have been left stranded after their childrens' daycare suddenly shut down.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud throws a football while warming up before an NFL preseason football game against the Miami Dolphins Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, in Houston.

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Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud unlikely to play vs.Titans after missing third straight practice

The Texans QB must pass a five-step process that includes a contact practice and a non-contact practice on different days, and he hasn't done either as of Friday morning.

Andiron steakhouse in Houston utilizes live fire cooking.

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7 Houston food trends to expect in 2024 from industry experts

The high cost of dining out is driving some of the trends. Between national culinary forecasts and what we've heard from Houston chefs, this is what's in store for next year.

Students walk outside The Rock Math + Science Center between classes at The John Cooper School on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023 in The Woodlands. As The Woodlands' John Cooper School begins its 35th school year, it is embarking on a 10-year strategic plan that includes a new athletic facility and visual arts center. The private school broke ground on the new athletic building in August.

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What to know about the top private schools in Houston suburbs, from tuition to Niche rankings

From The Woodlands' John Cooper and religious academies from Pasadena to Katy and Spring, here are Niche's top 10 private schools in Houston's suburbs.

A primary focus of Proposition A is the complete rebuild of Clements High School on the current school's athletic fields.

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Former Clements High School teacher arrested on warrant for sex trafficking

A former Clements High School teacher was arrested Wednesday on a Georgia warrant accusing him of sex trafficking.

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Chef Ho Chee Boon poses for a photograph at Empress by Boon in San Francisco on Friday, June 4, 2021. Empress by Boon is set to open June 18 with a modern Cantonese tasting menu. The restaurant takes over the top floor of the legendary Empress of China space on Grant Avenue,

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H-Town's fanciest Asian restaurant for dim sum and sushi is coming to the Med Center

Molihua will be the first of three concepts by chef Ho Chee Boon to open inside the Blossom Hotel.

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Korben Vaughan hugs Santa during the third annual

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Memorial Hermann Woodlands center hosts third annual 'sensory-friendly Santa' event

For the third year in a row, TIRR Memorial Hermann The Woodlands hosted a "sensory-friendly Santa" event for children with autism or sensory related issues.

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Woman killed, 3 children injured in southeast Houston, police say

Investigators have a man in custody in connection to the fatal shooting, which they say might be a case of domestic violence.

Boaters traverse Lake Conroe, Thursday, July 13, 2023, in Conroe.

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12 reasons to visit Montgomery County in 2024, from boating and camping to shopping and wine

With serene natural resources, bustling shopping and entertainment districts, exciting restaurants and rich historic charm, there's plenty to explore in Montgomery County.