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The Gulf Coast beach of Galveston, Texas shot via helicopters from an altitude of bout 800 feet.

Galveston back 'up and running' for tourists, officials say

The beaches are beautiful and the island is wide open.

Pearson was arguably more responsible than anyone else for bringing authentic Texas-style barbecue to the New York City area.

This British hairstylist brought Texas barbecue to New York City

After visiting Lubbock, he was hooked on brisket.

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 1: Justin Verlander #35 and Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros celebrate on the field after the Astros defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the 2017 World Series at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB via Getty Images)

Houston Astros star snubbed from 100 greatest athletes list

Several local stars made the cut, but there was one glaring omission.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took a break from overseeing Houston's hurricane recovery to give a rousing speech at the Republican National Convention Wednesday night.

Greg Abbott RNC speech sparks border fears, nativist chants

Abbott spoke to an impassioned crowd of delegates holding "Mass Deportation Now" signs.

Massive restaurant group acquires Chuy's for $605 million

Chuy's, home of margaritas and Boom-Boom sauce, has been bought.

Houston Texans wide receiver Jacoby Jones, right, runs the ball past cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) and linebacker DeMeco Ryans (59) after a catch during Texans training camp at the Methodist Training Center Friday, Aug. 12, 2011, in Houston.

What DeMeco Ryans remembers most about ex-teammate Jacoby Jones

The former Texans and Ravens receiver died last weekend at 40 years old.

Texas women are facing more obstacles for their reproductive care new study says.

Texas almost ranked worst state for women's health outcomes

A new report shows Texas women's health care accessibility is worse than it was in 2006.

One of the 'Three Sisters' was knocked down by Hurricane Beryl in Montrose. Controversy now surrounds the real age of the tree.

Resident groups dispute age of 'Three Sisters' trees in Montrose

Houston's most heated road dispute now involves a tree age conspiracy.

Just add broth, then place the red funnel lid on top for a wild experience at Kazzan Ramen & Bar.

Houston diners to get first taste of volcano ramen

This spot boasts a steamy adventure for those who dare.

Catcher Martin Maldonado #15 of the Chicago White Sox in action against the New York Yankees during a game at Yankee Stadium on May 17, 2024 in New York City.

White Sox DFA Martin Maldonado. Is this the end of the road?

The veteran catcher shouldn't be forgotten as a key piece of Houston's dynasty.

Conn's Home Plus located on 19746 Interstate 45, in Spring. Friday, May 9, 2014.

Houston area furniture chain weighs dozens of store closures

Conn's is reportedly meeting with investors to get financing for a bankruptcy process.

Juvenile bull sharks are increasing in Texas estuaries due to a warming Gulf of Mexico, according to a new study.

Why there are 8 times as many baby bull sharks in Texas waters now

A similar trend has been observed off the coast of Alabama.

Post-Prime Day deals on 20+ products to shop before it's too late

Amazon Prime Day is over but these home, tech and audio deals are still available.

A graffiti tag under I-10 that reads 'Centerpointle$$' captures the city's fruatration with multiple power grid failures.

Can we all get together and sue CenterPoint?

The court system isn't exactly set up that way, Houston attorney Tony Buzbee said.

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Houston ISD campuses suffered 'significant damage' from Beryl, derecho

Astros pitchers Justin Verlander, Luis Garcia making slow progress

Despite Sunday's loss, Astros on upward trajectory entering All-Star Break

Astros' Mauricio Dubón ejected for first time after controversial call

Astros' Kyle Tucker will miss All-Star game to focus on second half of season

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