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Opened in 1883, Galveston's Beach Hotel initially turned heads all over the South but had a troubled history.

How Galveston's first great beach hotel met a horrific end

Maybe you know how this one ends.

Ed Young steps down as pastor of Second Baptist Church

The powerful leader helmed the Houston megachurch since 1978.

People walk near the entrance to a Walmart store on May 14, 2024 in Miami, Florida. Walmart announced that it will eliminate several hundred corporate jobs and relocate most of its remaining remote office staff.

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Tteokbokki at Dooki in Houston's Asiatown.

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Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik during an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 in Houston.

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Two have died and others have been rescued from strong currents in Galveston, according to reports.

2 drowned, dozens rescued from Galveston waters this weekend

Island beach patrol is warning visitors of strong currents.

The most common shark species in Texas are bull sharks, tiger sharks, sandbar/brown sharks, blacktip sharks, bonnetheads, and Atlantic sharpnose sharks.

How much should Texas beachgoers worry about shark attacks?

There are about 20 species of sharks in Texas coastal waters.

A general view of the field before the game between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros during Game 3 of the ALCS between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

Spec's has a new controversial partnership with the Rangers

Houstonians are heated over the store's new alliance.

4D photogrammetry model of USS Harder (SS 257) wreck site by The Lost 52. The Lost 52 Project scanned the entire boat and stitched all the images together in a multi-dimensional model used to study and explore the site.

Decorated Texan commanded US submarine found in South Pacific

The World War II watercraft sank 16 ships during its lifespan.

A half-dozen oysters at Dorado's in Surfside Beach.

Driving up the Texas Gulf Coast to eat all of the good seafood

My mission was to dine well ... and not get overheated.

Mosquitoes are increasing in population lately, which can raise the likelihood of West Nile virus infection.

How much should Houston worry about West Nile virus discovery?

Texans already have to think about itchy bites.

The Port Aransas beach can be crowded, but there's plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the sun.

Our guide to Port Aransas attractions, from beach to birding

This great Texas summer destination has so much to uncover.

The Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 combines the best features of a highly-effective air purifier with a sleek, bladeless fan design.

Save $130 on this Dyson air purifier that doubles as a fan

Breathe easier this summer with cool, clean air — and this deep discount.

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