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Cole takes a bite out of the Big Apple

Astros defeat the Yankees to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven ALCS.

New York, NY- It was very “Cole” in the Bronx tonight as the Houston Astros (2-1) took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven ALCS after defeating the New York Yankees (1-2) by a score of 4-1. Starting Astros pitcher Gerrit Cole (1-0) threw seven shutout innings while striking out seven more and helped Houston regain home-field advantage against New York.

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Flash flood risk grows for coastal Texas and Louisiana as Tropical Storm Nicholas takes aim

Tropical Storm Nicholas is making its way toward Texas and Louisiana, threatening to drench the region for much of the week and flood some communities.

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Is your small business missing out on big opportunity?

5 myths about winning City of Houston contracts

This may surprise you, but in the past fiscal year, more than $587 million, or 36.2 percent, of the $1.6 billion awarded by the City of Houston to companies for goal-oriented construction, professional services, and goods & services contracts, was awarded to certified minority, women, and small business enterprises (MWSBE firms).

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Witness the Thrill: Houston Astros vs New York Yankees 2024 Season Opener!

Get set for a season starter like no other! The Houston Astros are primed to launch their 2024 campaign with an epic showdown against the legendary New York Yankees. This electrifying clash is slated for the earliest season opener in Astros history on March 28th at the iconic Minute Maid Park — an event not to be missed.

Faith & COVID: Staying Grounded In and Activating Your Faith

Where is your level of faith? At this moment, if you had to rate your faith on a scale from 1(lowest) to 10(highest), what would that number be? Take a minute and ponder those questions. My level of faith can vary; however, I keep the faith through consistently staying grounded in who I am and in whose I am, according to the Word of God.

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Virginia Tech marks 10 years since deadly rampage

Ten years after a stunning rampage on the Virginia Tech campus, family and friends of those slain returned to the school in the rolling hills of Blacksburg on Sunday for a Day of Remembrance.

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Women in Jazz Association, Inc. presents Ladies of Smooth Jazz

featuring Althea Rene, Jazmin Ghent and Pamela Hart with The AZUL Experience and Percussionist James Fenner

The Ladies of Smooth Jazz concert features international smooth jazz and gospel recording artist Jazmin Ghent, the “Flawsome” flutist Althea Rene and Austin’s Lady of Jazz Pamela Hart. These talented musicians will captivate you collectively and individually. Each dynamic performer delivers a mixed genre of jazz, soul, R&B, and funk. Presented by Women in Jazz Association, Inc., these ladies, supported by The AZUL Experience and percussionist James Fenner, are going to tell the whole story and take you on a fantastic musical journey. This project is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department and a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts.

Fall/winter medicine cabinet essentials

Health and nutrition expert Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., CNS says you may want to change how you prepare for cold and cough season

Have you ever noticed that when there’s a bug around your office, not everyone gets sick? Somebody is out for 10 days, someone else for a half day and some people don’t even get sidelined at all? Think about it. They’ve all been exposed to the same germ. So, why does this happen? Part of the reason may be how they stock their fall/winter medicine cabinets.

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Donald Trump buried a climate change report he doesn't believe

President Donald Trump's views on climate change are very, very well established.

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Addiction could stem from ancient retrovirus, study suggests

An ancient retrovirus that predates modern humans may explain why people suffer from addiction, scientists have said.

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EPA cracks down on deadly air pollution with new rule – not strong enough, experts say

The US Environmental Protection Agency has finalized a key update to the federal air quality standard for fine soot – a step toward reducing deadly air pollution that’s been over a decade in the making.

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This isn't a car crash. This is one of the best senior pranks cops ever saw

Seniors at a Wisconsin high school pulled off what police are calling one of the best senior pranks they've ever seen.

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No Cozy Reunion

James Harden and Jeff Green use big offensive nights to defeat former team in Game 1

If there was any heart felt feelings towards the organization that drafted Rockets All-Star guard James Harden and NBA veteran forward Jeff Green you could not tell once they took the floor in their first-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2020 NBA Playoffs in Orlando. The Rockets defeated the Thunder 123-108 to take the first game of the best-of-seven series.

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City Hosting Visitors Center Grand Opening to Promote Tourism & Black History Month Celebrations of Music, Art, Culture & Education

The “Show Me City” will mark two community unity milestones on Friday, Feb. 9 and Saturday, Feb. 10 with the grand opening of the state-of-the-art Visitors Center and the commemoration of the Fourth Annual Black History Month Celebration of Culture & Music.

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Valentine’s Day 2018: Spa Retreat Day for the One You Love

Does your sweetheart need a day of rest, relaxation, and perhaps a little pampering? Does your sweetheart need a day of rest, relaxation, and perhaps a little pampering?

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Renovation Pros Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin Return to HGTV In New Series 'Two Steps Home'

In a new eight-episode limited series, home renovation and real-estate experts Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, best known for their earlier HGTV series Going for Sold, guide clients through the daun

In their new HGTV series Two Steps Home, Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, hosts of the earlier HGTV series Going for Sold, take a two-step approach as they help clients through the challenging process of selling their home and buying a new one that perfectly fits their needs.

5 Things You Don’t Want to Miss this Summer at Five Nine Lounge

Five Nine Lounge, the bar and hookah lounge, announces new hours and renovations

Those looking for a great time this summer won’t want to miss checking out Five Nine Lounge, located at 11786 S. Wilcrest Drive in Houston. The bar and hookah lounge is known for providing a great atmosphere for those looking to chill, have a few drinks, and enjoy their evening. Now, with some of the changes they have made, this fourth year of them being in business is slated to be their best so far. The lounge offers the ideal atmosphere for hookah enthusiasts who want to enjoy the age-old tradition.

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Texas Inmates Relocating From Hot Prison to Temporary Facilities

After a years-long legal battle, about 1,000 inmates will literally catch a break from the infamous Texas heat. On Wednesday, inmates held at the Wallace Pack Unit, a state prison about 75 miles northwest of Houston, will temporarily be moved to air- conditioned facilities.

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Mayor Turner Honors Gymnast with “Simone Biles Day”

Mayor Turner officially declared Tuesday, Nov. 27 as "Simone Biles Day" and presented the gymnast with a proclamation and key to the City of Houston.

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Supreme Court Rejects Texas Case On Gay-marriage Benefits

The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to overturn a Texas ruling that raised questions about the rights of couples in same-sex marriages.