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Nov 07 2025SPORTS

Houston Texans Expand Their Sports Empire with Volleyball Team

Houston is getting a new professional women's volleyball team. The Houston Texans' sister company, Lone Star Sports & Entertainment, has bought the team. This team is part of League One Volleyball, also known as LOVB. The league has teams in other cities like Atlanta, Austin, Madison, Salt Lake City, and Omaha. Los Angeles will join in 2027. The Houston team will pla...

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Food Lines Return to Houston as SNAP Benefits Stall

Houston is seeing a familiar sight: long lines of cars waiting for food aid. This time, it's not due to a pandemic, but because of uncertainty around SNAP benefits. The Houston Food Bank set up a large distribution site at NRG Stadium to help families in need. People started arriving before sunrise, hoping to secure food for their families. Angelina Alonzo was one o...

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Oct 19 2025EDUCATION

Houston's Energy Day Festival Ignites Young Minds

Houston's Energy Day Festival marked its 13th year with a bang, drawing in students, families, and educators eager to dive into the world of STEM. This annual event, held at Sam Houston Park, transformed learning into an exciting adventure. The festival, organized by the Consumer Energy Education Foundation, ran from 11 a. m. to 3 p. m. , offering a day packed with i...

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Jun 23 2025SPORTS

Kevin Durant's Fresh Start in Houston: A Chance to Shine

Kevin Durant, a basketball legend, has moved to the Houston Rockets. This is a big deal because Durant has had a career full of ups and downs. He's played for many teams and had some great moments, but also some tough times. Durant is known for his incredible skills. He can shoot like a guard and play like a big man. He's won many awards and has been one of the best...

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Jun 22 2025SPORTS

Kevin Durant Swaps Suns for Rockets:A New Era Begins

Kevin Durant is on the move. The Houston Rockets have acquired the superstar forward from the Phoenix Suns in a significant trade that has shaken up the NBA landscape. This deal is a big step for the Suns' general manager, Brian Gregory, who is looking to redefine the team's identity. Gregory, previously a college basketball coach, was promoted to his current role...

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May 04 2025SPORTS

The Young Guns Aim for Victory in Crucial Game 7

The Houston Rockets face a pivotal moment in their playoff journey with a Game 7 showdown against the Golden State Warriors. The stage is set for a thrilling matchup, where the younger Rockets team will test their mettle against experienced Warriors players like Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The Rockets, with an average age of 26, have shown remarkable resilience...

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May 04 2025CRIME

Houston Night Turns Deadly: Family Gathering Ends in Gunfire

A peaceful family gathering in Houston turned into a nightmare. A single fatality and fourteen injuries were the result of a shooting that took place at a party. It all began when an uninvited person was asked to leave the party. The uninvited guest left but returned fire as he was leaving the scene. Some of those at the party also fired back. The shooting occur...

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May 03 2025SPORTS

The Rockets' Surprise Victory: A Game 7 Showdown

The Houston Rockets pulled off a stunning upset against the Golden State Warriors in Game 6, securing a spot in the Game 7 showdown. This victory was a testament to the Rockets' resilience and strategic play, especially considering they were the younger team, playing on the road, and facing elimination. The Warriors, known for their big-game experience, seemed to fal...

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Apr 14 2025SPORTS

A Young Life Cut Short: The Tragic End of Kyren Lacy

Kyren Lacy, a former football star at LSU, met a tragic end in Houston. He was only 24 years old. Lacy was found dead in his car after a high-speed chase with police. It was determined that he died by suicide, leaving behind a complex web of circumstances. Lacy's life took a dark turn after a fatal car accident in Louisiana. He was accused of causing a crash that ki...

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Apr 08 2025SPORTS

Houston's Heartache: A Season of What-Ifs

Houston's basketball team had an incredible run, but their season ended in heartbreak. They lost the national championship game to Florida by just two points. The final score was 65-63, a result that left the Cougars and their fans devastated. The Cougars had been on an incredible streak, winning 18 games in a row since February. They had not lost a game in regulati...

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