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About 2,000 truck drivers, warehouse workers and dock workers of Humble, TX-based U.S. Logistics Solutions were laid off from the jobs.

Houston trucking company abruptly lays off 2,000 workers

The company was owned by a North Carolina-based private equity firm.

Texas tops California as best state summer road trips

Despite the heat, Texas topped every other state on costs, safety and activities.

623 Pifer Rd is located in Memorial Villages in Houston, Texas. The property was on the market since late last year, but it appears it finally found a buyer after it was switched to Washington Ho's firm.

Washington Ho sells legendary Rockets player's lux mansion

The property was sold for $3.3 – $3.8 million, according to HAR.

Hooters' Galveston Island location opened in 2017 in a building that had previously housed several other restaurants.

Galveston's only Hooters closes, but residents aren't sad about it

Not everyone was sad to see the "waste of space" eatery go.

Texas A&M's Ryan Prager, right, sits with Hayden Schott as they watch Tennessee celebrate their 6-5 victory in Game 3 of the NCAA College World Series baseball finals in Omaha, Neb., Monday, June 24, 2024.

Texas A&M's comeback attempt falls short in CWS championship game

Tennessee beat the Aggies to secure its first national championship.

Texas A&M Aggies head coach Jim Schlossnagle during the post game press conference after the 2024 SEC Baseball Tournament game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Texas A&M Aggies on May 23, 2024 at the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium in Hoover, Alabama.

'Selfish': A&M coach gets heated over question about Texas job opening

"I think it's pretty selfish of you to ask me that question."

Fans across the nation have fallen in love with Jeff Kent's stoic reactions to his son Kaeden's inspired play in the 2024 College World Series.

Former Astros player's immense dad energy is taking over CWS

The former Astros infielder continues to thrill the Internet as his son plays Tennessee.

Jocelyn Nungaray was found dead in the 400 block of West Rankin Road on Monday, June 17, 2024.

Judge sets $10M bond for suspect linked to Jocelyn Nungaray death

DA Kim Ogg said prosecutors have not ruled out pursuing the death penalty.

With her recent purchase of the Dallas Mavericks and a string of hefty donations to Texas officials, Miriam Adelson is looking to grow her gambling empire in Texas.

Meet the woman placing big bets on Texas Republicans

The race to legalize gambling in Texas is largely a bet from one Las Vegas billionaire.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 21: People wait to speak during a Houston ISD Board of Managers meeting at the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Houston. 150 people signed up to speak at the meeting. (Jason Fochtman/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images)

Houston ISD administrator faces backlash for 'scoreboard' remarks

Orlando Riddick, a regional superintendent, is accused of behaving unprofessionally.

A for sale sign sits in front of a home in the Wimbledon Champions neighborhood in Spring, Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. Several homes in the area have been purchased by investors after Harvey and are in various states of repair from fully remodeled to currently in foreclosure. (Photo by Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images)

It takes more money than ever to own a home in major Texas metros

It now takes a six-figure salary to own a home in Houston

Blue Bell personnel Ricky Seilheimer stocks H-E-B freezers with Blue Bell products before 6 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 2015, in Brenham. ( Steve Gonzales / Houston Chronicle ) (Photo by Steve Gonzales/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images)

Blue Bell gives fans a chance to bring old flavors back to stores

The Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament runs June 24-28.

From wearable fans and cool-sleeping sheets to inflatable pools and misting systems, these picks will keep you nice and chill even without A/C.

8 products to help you stay cool without air conditioning

These creative solutions offer relief from extreme heat.

Fort Bend County's first Pride festival will take place August 11.

Texas' most diverse county finally gets its first Pride festival

"You should feel supported and loved and valued wherever you are."

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