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HISD makes significant improvement in key accountability scores

The Houston Independent School District earned a B from the Texas Education Agency’s academic accountability ratings for the 2021-2022 school year.

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Houston native serves aboard Navy warship

A native of Houston, Texas, is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile cruiser, USS Cowpens. Fireman Albert Abrego, a 2020 North Shore Senior High School graduate, joined the Navy two years ago.

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The Astros Deserve More National Attention. Why Hasn't It Happened?

Suppose pitching and Player of the Month honors don’t warrant the Astros being seen by their fans outside of Texas. Does winning games move the needle?

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The Light Park Will ‘Electrify the Night’ in Houston this Holiday Season

The Most Exciting Light Show South of the North Pole Opens November 4, 2022 in Katy and Spring

In the spirit of blazing new trails and making memories, The Light Park has announced that they will be opening their expertly-lit gates to holiday revelers and fun-seekers on November 4, 2022. “By opening a bit earlier in the season than most area holiday light displays, we can add more accessibility and early-bird options for our guests who come from near and far,” says Matt Johnson, Co-Creator of The Light Park, now celebrating its third year in the Houston area. “The best advice we can give our guests is to plan early and prepare to be awed by the seemingly countless lights across this wildly energetic drive-thru holiday park. While the lights go up, the prices stay down with early-bird pricing on pre-purchased tickets.”

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Around The Bases: Astros Sweep Three-Game Series Against The Mariners

Home Plate: Mr. 2,000 Manager Dusty Baker joined an elite club on Tuesday. He became the 12th manager in Major League history to win 2,000 games in his career. He also is the first African American to reach that accomplishment.

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Rookie Football Star Missing NFL Season Due to Leukemia Diagnosis

Some young men spend most of their childhood dreaming of playing in the NFL. Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III had similar dreams, but had those dreams sidelined due to an unseen illness. Metchie has been diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia — a rare form of the disease — and will not play the 2022 season, he announced Sunday. The Texans have officially placed him on the active/non-football illness list.

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Celebrity Chef Ja'Nel Witt Shares Talents at Black Chef Table Dinner, Sat. March 26th

Celebrity chef Ja’Nel Witt is the latest culinary talent to join the popular Black Chef Table series at Kulture restaurant in downtown Houston. Witt will serve as the head chef during a six-course dining experience on Saturday, March 26, at 7 p.m. at Kulture, located at 701 Avenida De Las Americas.

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Houston Welcomes Jurassic Quest Home as It Marks Its Decade Milestone – Secure Your Tickets Today

Walk among the dinosaurs as North America’s most popular, can’t-miss dinosaur adventure stomps into NRG Center, Dec. 8-10

Jurassic Quest® returns, offering Houston families a larger and more spectacular interactive dinosaur experience at the NRG Center from December 8-10.

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Joe V's Smart Shop By H-E-B: Innovating Shopping In Dallas with Fresh, Affordable Choices

The Dallas community welcomed the groundbreaking of the latest Joe V's Smart Shop by H-E-B, a novel concept in grocery shopping offering the freshest produce at the most competitive prices. Located at 4101 W. Wheatland Road, this marks the brand's confident step outside its Houston comfort zone, aiming for a grand opening in late summer 2024.

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Spend Your Weekend at Discovery Green!

Don't let your weekend be boring. Have some fun at Discovery Green!

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"Woven Wonders: Indian Textiles from the Parpia Collection" to Showcase at MFAH This Summer

An exquisite display of 80 textiles, spanning from the 14th to the early 20th century, will grace the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) from June 10 to September 4, 2023. This remarkable exhibition, curated from the private collection of Banoo and Jeevak Parpia, presents a captivating glimpse into the preeminence of Indian textile arts developed over a span of 600 years.

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Taste Kitchen + Bar Hosts 2nd Annual Uncle Nearest HBCU Old Fashioned Challenge: A Taste of History

Taste Kitchen + Bar is proud to launch "A Taste of History" campaign in support of the 2nd Annual Uncle Nearest HBCU Old Fashioned Challenge. This initiative celebrates Black History Month and aims to raise $1.4 million for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). From now until June 19, 2024, patrons can enjoy specialty cocktails while contributing to a meaningful cause at Taste Kitchen + Bar's downtown location.

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University of Texas System Regents announce plans to build UT Medical Center on site of Erwin Center

Nation’s top-ranked UT MD Anderson Cancer Center and flagship UT Austin to build new hospitals as part of project

Today The University of Texas System Board of Regents Chairman Kevin P. Eltife announced plans to launch a monumental healthcare initiative to accelerate and expand UT Austin’s burgeoning medical district into a world-class academic medical center for education, research and patient care. The University of Texas at Austin Medical Center will start with two new hospital towers -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and a UT Austin hospital. MD Anderson, the nation’s #1 cancer hospital, will expand its Houston footprint to Austin by building and operating a new, comprehensive cancer center, while UT Austin will build and operate its new specialty hospital.

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Vivian King: A Trailblazing Force for Equitable Justice Set to Transform Harris County's Legal Landscape

Vivian King is poised to make a significant impact in Harris County as the leading candidate in the upcoming runoff for the 486th District Court judge position. With a historic win on Super Tuesday, King commands the spotlight with her impressive credentials and unwavering commitment to justice.

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Houston Man Receives 55-Year Prison Sentence for Fatal Shooting Outside Gulf Freeway Club

In a landmark verdict, a 28-year-old man, Luis Alejandro Valencia, has been sentenced to 55 years in prison and a $10,000 fine for the brutal murder of Erik Villeda, a beloved husband and father of two. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, expressing gratitude towards the jury's decision, emphasized the necessity of justice in holding Valencia accountable for his egregious actions.

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One Migrant Who Died In Overheated Truck Was Former DACA Recipient

One of the undocumented migrants found dead in an overheated tractor-trailer in San Antonio early Sunday morning had been a recipient of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, officials said.

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Kate Spade's hometown reacts to her death

Designer Kate Spade was found dead Tuesday, but the Kansas City native's name and talent will live on in the metro and around the world.

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Man fatally shot while camping with his young daughters in California

A 35-year-old man camping with his young daughters was found fatally shot in a Southern California state park, authorities said. The man was identified as Tristan Beaudette of Irvine, California, Los Angeles County Assistant Chief Coroner Ed Winter said.

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Judge Lina Hidalgo Commits to Harris County

Lina Hidalgo’s strikingly small figure and bright-eyed Latina looks caused political handicappers to dismiss her at 27-years-old for most of 2018. However, that happens no more around Harris County, where in her second month as the top elected official in America’s third largest county, Harris County Judge Hidalgo oversees a $4.1 billion budget that employs more than 17,000 people.

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The battle is over: Campbell Soup and activist investor reach agreement

The vicious fight for control of Campbell Soup is over. For months, activist investor Daniel Loeb's hedge fund Third Point has been attempting to overhaul the soup company's board and install its own directors.