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Hey Houstonians. After a few storms, seems like we have a few more to go.

However, don't let that stop you from getting a free Chick-fil-A sandwich after Alex Bregman's home run last night.

Stay safe out there, folks.

Asha Gilbert, Audience Editor

asha.gilbert@houstonchronicle.com

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How Mike Miles went from Army Ranger to HISD superintendent

Houston ISD's Mike Miles is the face of one of the largest educational transformations attempted in this country and his success or failure won't be apparent for years. A close study of what led him to this point may give Houston an indication of what is in store for HISD in the years to come. Also: Read continuing coverage of the first year under Mike Miles' leadership.

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Southeast Texas, hail possible

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Southeast Texas until 6 p.m. Large hail and damaging winds are possible.

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft launch suddenly scrubbed

A computer scrubbed NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test on Saturday less than 4 minutes before its launch from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

Portrait of John Esteban Catano Molina at the ice rink in the Memorial City Mall, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, in Houston. John Esteban always dreamt of figure skating but there were no ice rinks in his hometown in Colombia. The 17-year-old moved to the U.S. with his parents a few years ago. He found himself at the ice rink at The Galleria and tried skating. He even taught himself to ice skate, practicing multiple times a week. Now he's doing double jumps with the encouragement of local coaches. As the Winter Olympics gets under way on Friday, there are many young people like Esteban with Olympic-like dreams - in a sport in which Black and Latino skaters are few - but they need support.

Photo by: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer

What Mayor Whitmire is missing about immigrants at the Galleria

The mayor faced criticism this week for saying that undocumented Gulfton residents would not be welcomed in the Galleria. What he missed in his message is that the Galleria is an aspirational place, especially for people seeking the American dream.

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A Texas city ranked in top 5 places to raise a family in the U.S.

A Texas city has been listed in the 2024 Top 5 Places to Raise a Family by Wallet Hub while Houston ranked low in comparison but tied for best attractions.

The 1874 Guest House, a historic property in Galveston, reopens this weekend as a Gilded Age meets European antiques inn with no detail overlooked.

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Historic, pink Galveston mansion reopens this weekend as a boutique hotel

The inn sits on a double lot with a 5,000-square foot main house and 500-square foot carriage house.

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Texas defendant killed himself before jury acquittal

Robert Eugene Hawes maintained his innocence but didn't live to hear that the jury had decided to acquit him, his lawyer said.

Hongdae 33 will be offering a BOGO specialfor Father's Day.

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Top spots to eat, drink and celebrate Dad in Houston this Father's Day

Houston restaurants are offering special Father's Day menus with barbecue, Mexican cuisine and more.

Houston Astros Alex Bregman (2) celebrates his home run with Jake Meyers (6) during the fourth inning of an MLB baseball game at Minute Maid Park on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Houston.

Photo by: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer

How to claim free Chick-fil-A sandwich after Alex Bregman's home run

Alex Bregman is the second Astros player this season to hit a home run off a Minute Maid Park foul pole, which means it's time for free sandwiches again.