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TEA official at pre-HISD takeover public meeting: 'This is a temporary intervention'
By John Suayan | May 19, 2023
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) held a public meeting on Thursday in which it fielded questions about its upcoming takeover of the Houston Independent School District (HISD), according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Baker on earlier than expected return of Altuve: 'He hasn't had a bunch of hits, but he feels good'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve’s much-awaited return – once thought to occur in the middle of the summer – could happen any day now, with the team’s upcoming home series against the lowly Oakland Athletics the purported first instance the 33-year-old face of the franchise could see the field.
Turner spokesperson on chances of Houston landing beleaguered Coyotes NHL franchise: 'The mayor's very supportive of professional sports in our city'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
The Arizona Coyotes’ failure to earn voter approval for a new arena has purportedly placed Houston on the list of cities that could become the next host to the long-suffering National Hockey League (NHL) franchise.
Aldine official on middle school backpack ban: 'Our decision was not taken lightly'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
A Houston-area public school district has implemented a backpack ban for its middle school students, per reports from Houston-based media reports.
Waste Management's Fish: Mazzarella 'well positioned to lead our board and provide invaluable guidance to management'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
Houston-headquartered Waste Management (WM) announced on May 9 that Kathleen M. Mazzarella is the new chair of its board of directors, according to a press release.
Rice think tank survey: 'Extreme economic turbulence' post-COVID triggers worry among Houstonians
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
A think tank at Rice University released its annual survey on Monday, and it revealed mounting frustrations Houstonians have with crime and the economy.
Airline, nonprofit host tour for aging foster youth 'to see the many different avenues of possibility in the aviation industry'
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
A Chicago-based legacy airline that has a hub at George Bush International Airport (IAH) is opening doors for those in foster care who are on the verge of legal age.
President of new UH intramural hockey club: 'It’s absolutely amazing how much support we’ve received'
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
Houston is more known for its religion-like obsession with football, but the University of Houston (UH) will soon be home to a hockey team.
Rockets after missing out on top selection: 'We're picking fourth and 20th in the 2023 NBA Draft'
By John Suayan | May 16, 2023
The Houston Rockets’ future remains unclear as the team failed to secure the No. 1 overall pick in the National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft Lottery for the third consecutive year.
'We’re getting bigger in Texas': San Francisco-based driverless ride-share company brings operations to Houston
By John Suayan | May 16, 2023
A San Francisco-based rideshare company specializing in driverless vehicles is set to conduct business in Houston, according to a report from Houston FOX affiliate KRIV.
Turner: TEA commissioner 'should confirm or deny' purported selection of Houston superintendent
By John Suayan | May 16, 2023
With the Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board of Education having met for the last time before the Texas Education Agency (TEA) replaces it with a slate of its appointees from the community, the state responded on Sunday to a social media post from Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner claiming a new superintendent has been named.
Marathon 'deeply saddened' by employee death in Texas City refinery fire
By John Suayan | May 15, 2023
A fire at a Marathon refinery in Texas City on Monday claimed the life of one worker, the Ohio-based petroleum refining, marketing and transportation company said, per Houston media reports.
Crenshaw on addressing border situation post-Title 42: 'I plan to do everything in my power to make this a bipartisan effort'
By John Suayan | May 15, 2023
Like his fellow Republicans, U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Atascocita) believes the recent end of Title 42 will exacerbate the ongoing situation at the country’s southern border with Mexico, Houston FOX affiliate KRIV reported.
Ryans on Texans' lack of nationally televised games in 2023: 'We have to go out and earn our right to be in those prime-time moments'
By John Suayan | May 15, 2023
While the Houston Texans’ hiring of DeMeco Ryans as head coach and the selections of former Ohio State University quarterback C.J. Stroud and University of Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. are perceived as positives for a franchise that’s seemingly stuck in a rebuild, they weren’t enough to convince the National Football League’s (NFL) schedule makers to put the team in a coveted primetime matchup.
'Our hearts are broken': Allen victim who protected son during chaos had Houston roots
By John Suayan | May 12, 2023
One of the eight victims of the Allen Premium Outlets mass shooting had connections to the Houston area, per a report from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) ABC affiliate WFAA that was run by sister station Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Tempur Sealy's Thompson on $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm: 'We are excited by the long-term growth prospects for our global vertically integrated company'
By John Suayan | May 12, 2023
The U.S.’s biggest bedding retailer has been acquired by the world’s largest mattress manufacturer, according to media reports.
Texans on 2023 regular season schedule: 'H-Town, it's [going to] be a party'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2023
The Houston Texans unveiled the schedule for their first season with head coach DeMeco Ryans on Thursday.
Creighton: New conservative college at UT-Austin 'will be a leader in research, education and policy based on free markets and individual liberty'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2023
The University of Texas (UT) System Board of Regents approved an item on May 4 that seeks to create a new conservative-leaning college at the flagship campus in Austin.
Iron 24 founder on grand opening of Lake Jackson branch: 'Another major step in our continued expansion across the nation'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2023
Houston-based fitness franchise Iron 24 Fitness + Recovery held a grand opening celebration for its third Greater Houston area location on Saturday, per a press release.
Stone on Smith, Eason landing on NBA All-Rookie Team: 'They are very aware that all the hard work and all the real success lies ahead'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2023
Two members of the Houston Rockets’ 2022 National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft class earned spots on the All-Rookie Second Team on Monday.