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TxDOT supports Austin bat habitats
HOUSTON (KIAH) – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to install an additional 18 artificial roosts or “bat boxes” at the Walnut Creek Bridge along I-35 in Austin to offset the impact of construction on a pair of bridges that once offered cozy crevices to the Brazilian free-tailed bat – one of the 32 bat species found in Texas.
ABS Grants AIP for CLS Wind's Offshore Wind Installation Technology
Classification society ABS announced it has awarded approval in principle (AIP) to Houston-based CLS Wind for its innovative wind turbine assembly system. The patented elevator style assembly system promises easier, safer and faster wind turbine and nacelle installation and maintenance, without the use of large cranes and heavy-lift barges or vessels.
Texans running back Dameon Pierce 'fun to watch' at camp
One year after being named a Pro Bowl alternate as one of the top rookie running backs, Pierce was relegated to a complementary role behind Devin “Motor” Singletary -- cheered on his teammate while his numbers have taken a hit.
Hurricane Beryl clean-up: How to help trees survive storms
Houston - So many of our yards are littered with downed and damaged trees after Hurricane Beryl. You may wonder which ones can be saved? And how can you help your trees survive a storm?. We talked with Barry Ward, Executive Director of Trees for Houston, a nonprofit dedicated to...
Houston on Alert for Week-Long Deluge, NWS Predicts Up to 7" Rain Amid 90-Degree Heat
Houston residents are bracing for an inclement weather streak, with the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasting a relentless sequence of showers and thunderstorms for the week ahead, possibly persisting beyond the weekend. According to the latest forecast, the city will face a high near 90 degrees today with an 80% chance of precipitation and potential heat index values soaring as high as 102 degrees before the downpours begin in earnest after 1 p.m.
Charles Seo shines in Haydn’s Cello Concerto at outdoor Houston Symphony concert
The Houston Symphony completed a five-concert series at Miller Outdoor Theatre Saturday evening. Beginning with their annual July 4 “Star-Spangled Salute,” the series continued unabated on July 12 after Hurricane Beryl struck the Houston area on July 8. Many took advantage of the temperate weather this evening and...
Through the years: Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s background, career history in politics
HOUSTON – Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s death over the weekend came as a shock to many, just a few months after she announced her recent pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Now, we reflect on her life as an honorary Houstonian and as an overall community servant. Jackson Lee had undoubtedly...
10 Cougar returnees expected to contribute again in 2024
The Cougars are only abut a week away from the start of Fall Camp. Here are 10 returning contributors expected to contribute again in 2024. The Houston Cougars are coming off of a rough 2023 season which saw them struggle to a less than impressive 4-8 record and just two wins in their first season in the Big12 Conference. The underwhelming season ed to the dismissal of then head coach Dana Holgorsen and led the Cougars to bring in head coach Willie Fritz.
Wet pattern all week, possible flooding
HOUSTON (KIAH) – Widespread storms are likely every day this week as we’re stuck in an active weather pattern. There will be plenty of available moisture for these storms to work with, and some could be slow moving, which means street flooding is possible. Scattered storms are likely...
Houston Astros at Oakland A's odds, picks and predictions
The Houston Astros (52-47) and Oakland A's (39-62) begin a 3-game series Monday. First pitch from Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum is scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's lines around the Astros vs. A'sodds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: Astros...
La La Land Kind Cafe now open in Upper Kirby
The third Houston location for the U.S.-based coffee shop chain La La Land Kind Cafe is now open in the Upper Kirby area. (Courtesy La La Land Kind Cafe) The third Houston location for the U.S.-based coffee shop chain La La Land Kind Cafe is now open. A grand opening...
Rockets' Reed Sheppard has taken Summer League by storm
Taken with the third overall pick by the Houston Rockets, former Kentucky star Reed Sheppard has already impressed NBA fans and analysts with his shooting and his playmaking. Sheppard played the first three games in Vegas alongside Cam Whitmore, last year's Summer League MVP. However, after Whitmore was shut down following the Rockets’ loss to the Pistons on Monday night, Sheppard has shouldered much of the offensive burden for the otherwise barren Rockets roster. Receiving wide acclaim for his first two performances, Sheppard’s debut against the Lakers showcased his incredible accuracy from behind the three-point line and his defensive prowess. He tallied...
Texans QB C.J. Stroud excited to play with ‘brother’ Cade Stover
A quarterback must form strong bonds with his receivers if he plans to have everyone on the same page. Some relationships are formed during the early days of training camp. Others are created back in college and only grow once at the professional level. For Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and rookie tight end Cade Stover, it’s more so the latter. While no longer in Columbus, the duo plans to make a similar impact as the one left at Ohio State. “Me and Cade are brothers,” Stroud said of Houston’s fourth-round pick earlier this week. “Somebody who I had the chance to play with...
Rockets’ First-Round Pick Comes Clean About Contract Extension
With reports that the Houston Rockets are unlikely to offer max contract extensions to 2021 draft picks Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun, the Rockets could find themselves without two of their best scorers in the near future. “We are waiting. My managers are negotiating with them,” Sengun tells Turkish journalist...
Texas' Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation
Andy Wine thinks most children can understand the Golden Rule: talking over your peers is rude, insulting others is mean, and don't hurt people.In short, Wine said it's common sense.That's why the 43-year-old parent of two, who is an atheist, finds it appalling that the Texas Education Agency wants to incentivize public schools to teach the Golden Rule as a core value in the Bible.Wine is a member of the Freethinkers Association of Central Texas, a social organization of religiously unaffiliated people."We teach kids to be nice to each other and to share," Wine said. "You don't need to bring...
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