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January 16, 2024

🏙 Whitmire halts convention center deal

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The skyscrapers of downtown Houston rise above the restored neo-classical 1910 Harris County Courthouse in downtown Houston, Texas.

Whitmire halts downtown hotel-convention center development deal

The deal was first introduced during former Mayor Sylvester Turner's administration.

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Hector Neris #50 of the Houston Astros reacts after striking out Jose Caballero #76 of the Seattle Mariners with the bases loaded in the eighth inning at Minute Maid Park on July 08, 2023 in Houston, Texas. 

Is a top Astros reliever about to join the Rangers?

The right-handed reliever drew the eye of two World Series contenders this winter. 

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Stock photo: Empty school classroom, exercise books and pens on table.

Houston-area school districts cancel classes due to freeze

Schools are closing Tuesday as a hard freeze thickens across southeast Texas.

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Gov. Greg Abbott and state officials have begun warning residents to prepare for subfreezing temperatures as a cold front looms over the state of Texas. ERCOT (The Electric Reliability Council of Texas) and the Public Utility Council have assured residents that the power grid will remain stable amidst freezing conditions.

UPDATE: ERCOT asks Texans to conserve energy again Tuesday

The appeal does not indicate the grid is experiencing emergency conditions—yet.

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Freezing cold weather is hitting the Houston region soon, and Houston Public Works is once again warning residents not to drip their drip their faucets and prepare ahead this weekend. 

Houston warns residents 'not to drip' faucets in upcoming freeze

Should you drip? Or should you not drip? The city strongly urges you to NOT trickle.

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A selection of meats at Truth BBQ.

UK writer stunned by Texas portions, 'phenomenal' Houston food

Truth BBQ, Lucille's, and Asia Town were among Jess Austin's favorites during a recent Texas trip. 

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Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens is wrapped up by Sheldon Rankins #98 of the Houston Texans during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Texans set for divisional round showdown with AFC's top team

Two of the NFL's most dynamic QBs will take the field in Baltimore this weekend.

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A general view of a Houston Astros hat prior to game one of the American League Division Series between the Houston Astros and the Tampa Bay Rays at Minute Maid Park on October 04, 2019 in Houston, Texas. 

Astros eye team's next big bat with international signings

Houston added nine prospects when the international signing period opened Monday afternoon.

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INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: Taylor Sheridan speaks onstage during Day 3 of the 2023 Stagecoach Festival on April 30, 2023 in Indio, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Stagecoach)

10 Texas ranch owners ranked among biggest landowners in U.S.

'Yellowstone' creator Taylor Sheridan ranked among the nation's largest land holders.

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The striped bark scorpion is the most commonly found scorpion species in Texas. 

Scorpion invasion alert in Texas: what homeowners should know.

An expert explains how to prevent the stinging pests from entering your home. 

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Jimmie Ward of the Houston Texans leads a huddle prior to a game against the Cleveland Browns at NRG Stadium on Dec. 24, 2023 in Houston.

You can stream Browns vs. Texans for less than $6

You've got a couple of good, cheap options for watching this playoff clash.

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