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The top-paid City of Houston employees of 2023.

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Houston salary database for city employees: Who makes the most?

The City of Houston's top-paid employee made $333K in 2023 – and it may not be who you think. Here's a look at what every city worker gets paid.

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This map shows the Storm Prediction Center's severe storms outlook for Monday. The area in orange along and east of I-45 indicates the area where severe storms are most likely through Monday evening, with tornadoes being the main risk through about 4 or 5 p.m. Following the tornado risk, damaging winds could be possible along a line of storms between 5 and 7 p.m.

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Tornado risk increases in Houston area: Incoming storms could affect CFP game day in Houston

A powerful storm system is pushing through Houston on Monday and it could bring the risk of damaging winds, large hail and even a few tornadoes on game day.

Social Card for Meet the Editor event with Kelly Ann Scott

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Meet the Chronicle's new editor-in-chief at a live event

Kelly Ann Scott joined the Chronicle in October 2023 from Alabama Media Group, where she served as editor-in-chief and vice president of content.

King cake at The Acadian Bakers in Houston.

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Where to find Houston's favorite king cakes ahead of Mardi Gras this year

With Mardi Gras just around the corner, Houston restaurants and bakeries are selling king cakes that speak to the New Orleans mantra: laissez les bons temps rouler ("let the good times roll").

The western half of the state will be cooler than normal with the rest of Texas pretty seasonable. NOAA and The Climate Prediction Center has updated their latest January outlook with equal chances of near normal temperatures.

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What kind of winter weather can Texas expect in January?

January comes with all kinds of winter weather, but this month looks wetter than normal with seasonable temperatures.

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, County Judge Lina Hidalgo and Harris County Public Health Executive Director Barbie Robinson announced the county could launch a guaranteed income pilot program.

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Harris County's low-income residents can apply soon for chance at $500 monthly assistance

Low-income families in Harris County can apply soon for a chance to receive $500 monthly payments – no strings attached – for a period of 18 months.

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Singer-songwriter Willie Nelson didn't live in Houston long but he did write 'Nite Life' here.

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Texas musician and icon Willie Nelson is having a moment. Again.

Texas musical and cultural icon Willie Nelson seems to be popping up everywhere these days. He has a new documentary, book and hall of fame induction.

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The Pasadena Convention Center will undergo a $50 million renovation project. The city is projecting a late 2025 completion.

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Pasadena Convention Center will undergo $50M renovation

The Pasadena Convention Center, home of the city's rodeo and other major events, hasn't had a major overhaul since 1982.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) visits with fans after clinching a playoff spot with a 23-19 win over the Indianapolis Colts during an NFL football game Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Indianapolis.

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5 things we learned about Texans against Colts and to watch against Browns

Texans' run defense took a step back against the Colts and offense needs another receiver to step up for C.J. Stroud against Cleveland in playoffs.

The College Football Playoff National Championship trophy is shown in the Chronicle Studio on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024 in Houston.

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Houston bars and restaurants to watch the CFP title game at

On Monday, several bars and restaurants across the Houston area will host watch parties for the College Football Playoff Championship Game.

Built in 1981, the 20-story office tower at 1010 Lamar will see an upgrade before Harris County consolidates several departments into the office tower.

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Harris County launches renovation of downtown office tower it bought for $26 million

Harris County will invest millions into renovating a 20-story office tower and parking complex where it plans to consolidate multiple county offices in downtown Houston.

Juan Chavez handles baggage as is comes off an aircraft upon landing at George Bush Intercontinental Airport on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, in Houston. Passengers may see delays or cancellations because of severe winter weather and the grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 planes in the second week of January.

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Are you flying soon? Be prepared for potential delays and cancellations

Passengers may see flight delays and cancellations because of severe winter weather and the grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 planes.

The 24K gold tossed tender sandwich has Carolina gold-tossed chicken tenders and white American cheese on Jalapeño cheese bread.

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24K nachos? Aramark adds food items sprinkled with gold flakes for National Championship game

Aramark has added two items sprinkled with gold to concession stands for the National Championship game: the 24K gold tossed tender sandwich and 24K nachos.