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Airbnb.org offering FREE, temporary housing for Houston residents displaced by Hurricane Beryl
HOUSTON – It’s been a week since Hurricane Beryl roared through southeast Texas, knocking down trees, tearing down powerlines, and causing millions of Houston residents to be without electricity. Some residents still have not fully recovered and don’t have their lights back on. GOOD NEWS: Power restored...
Houston-area home sales decline for second consecutive month
Home sales declined for a second consecutive month while available homes increased. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) June marked the second consecutive month of declining home sales compared to 2023 levels, according to the Houston Association of Realtors' June market update. This sales slowdown also coincided with an increase in available homes, according to the report.
Former U.S. goalkeeper Tim Howard becomes part owner of MLS franchise after David Beckham
Tim Howard is a former U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) goalkeeper who represented the USMNT from 2002–17, earning 121 caps while competing in the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and 2014 and winning the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2007 and 2017. He also played in the MLS with...
Astros News: Luis Garcia pulled from rehab assignment, Caratini working toward return
The Houston Astros played themselves back into contention over the last month and a half, but there are several hurdles they are going to have to overcome if they are going to keep it up. There is still a lot of uncertainty around the returns of Kyle Tucker and Justin Verlander, and several Astros players have been feast or famine when it comes to actual production in 2024.
Why Texas’ mass power outages continue to happen
"Why Texas’ mass power outages continue to happen" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Louisiana native picks up Houston offer
Opelousas Catholic class of 2026 wide receiver Roderick Tezeno Jr. has received an offer from the University of Houston. Tezeno currently only has five offers. "I feel I can contribute greatly to their playing dynamic by making plays," Tezeno said. Head coach Willie Fritz personally recruited Tezeno. Tezeno will make a decision next year and has expressed that it doesn't matter if the school is close to home or not.
Fatal crash in Houston leaves two dead after high-speed collision
HOUSTON, Texas — Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 4900 Crane Street about 4:10 p.m. on Wednesday. The identities of the deceased males, both 44 years old, are pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. According to the Houston Police Department's Vehicular Crimes Division, Sergeant P. Lee and Officer N. Luu reported that the driver of a silver Ford Crown Victoria was traveling eastbound on Crane Street when he lost control of the vehicle, left the roadway, and struck a parked black Dodge Challenger. Both the driver and passenger were pronounced dead at the scene by responding Houston Fire Department paramedics.
Houston police investigate fatal shooting during robbery
HOUSTON, Texas — Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 6402 Mykawa Road around 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday. The identity of the 29-year-old victim is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, according to the Houston Police Department (HPD). HPD Homicide Division Detectives E. May and C. Sharp reported that HPD patrol officers responded to a shooting at the address and found an unresponsive man suffering from a gunshot wound. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.
Travis Scott's Cactus Jack Foundation Provides Hurricane Beryl Relief to 2,000 Families
The hurricane has left almost three million people without power in the Houston area. Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Foundation held an emergency relief drive for victims of Hurricane Beryl. On Tuesday, the non-profit partnered with the Houston Food Bank for the Hurricane Beryl Relief drive in Missouri City, Texas....
2024 UFL College Draft Breakdown: Houston Roughnecks
The Roughnecks took an interesting approach to yesterday’s UFL College Draft. Instead of claiming the rights to a majority of undrafted free agents who are currently under contract with NFL teams but face an uphill battle in making the regular-season roster, which is what all the other teams did, Houston drafted nine players who are not with any NFL team. While this means there is a higher chance these players will be available to join the Roughnecks next spring, it potentially sacrifices the quality of their draft class.
Houston man dealing with roof damage from Hurricane Beryl dropped from insurance company
HOUSTON – A northeast Houston man is considering taking out a loan to rebuild his roof after his insurance dropped him. Wilburt Cooper said his insurance company, Conifer, based in Michigan, dropped him after he refused to get a new roof. “They told me to put a new roof...
Community Fundraiser for Danny and Loretta Dupree at Church on the Rock
, Church on the Rock will be hosting a community fundraiser for Danny and Loretta Dupree, featuring a performance by The Karl Shiflett Band. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 6 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door for $10, and love offerings and donations are also welcomed.The fundraiser aims to support Danny's ongoing transplant journey. Earlier this year, Danny was hospitalized due to congestive heart failure, and his condition has been critical. His defibrillator fired off nine times, further weakening his heart. After intense testing, he has been deemed strong enough to proceed...
Wanted parolee arrested after peeking through window in Channelview
CHANNELVIEW, Texas — A wanted parolee was arrested after being caught peeking through a window in Channelview, authorities said. Evening shift deputies from Harris County Constable Precinct 3 responded to the 300 block of Magnolia Street regarding a suspicious person. According to a statement from Constable Sherman Eagleton's office, a caller reported that his neighbor had notified him about a male peeking through the windows of his residence.
‘Heck yeah, let’s go!’: How ‘Twister’ in 1996 inspired these North Texans to chase storms
TV meteorologists, forecasters and storm chasers in Dallas-Fort Worth credit the first “Twister” movie for stoking their love of weather ... and they can’t wait to see the new “Twisters” that hits theaters Friday.
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