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Richmond man a recordholder for most video games collected: 'Some of my most precious memories include videogames and their experiences with family and friends'
By John Suayan | Dec 22, 2022
A suburban Houston man has amassed a vast collection of video games that has earned him the attention of the people responsible for Guinness World Records, Houston FOX affiliate KRIV reported.
Houston Zoo announces passing of longtime resident primate Rudi Valentino: 'Over the years, he won the hearts of countless volunteers, guests and staff'
By John Suayan | Dec 22, 2022
The Houston Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its longtime resident orangutans, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Astros retain outfielder Brantley on one-year deal: 'Welcome back, Uncle Mike!'
By John Suayan | Dec 22, 2022
The Houston Astros have retained the services of outfielder Michael Brantley by inking him to a one-year deal, per a report on the team’s website.
ERCOT's Vegas: 'There’s a low probability scenario where there’s very high peak load and extreme outages'
By John Suayan | Dec 22, 2022
Approximately six months after many questioned whether it was prepared for scorching summer temperatures, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is under scrutiny again, this time for its ability to soldier through another potentially dangerous blast of cold weather.
Uncle of missing TAMU student: 'We want him back, we want him back home with us'
By John Suayan | Dec 21, 2022
A League City man and his family have appealed for assistance in the search for his 22-year-old nephew, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Hidalgo: 'Have all of the preparations by midday Thursday when the front comes through'
By John Suayan | Dec 21, 2022
While Harris County leaders have urged residents to get ready for the arrival of an arctic blast that’s expected to send the mercury into the teens, they expressed confidence that the Christmas holiday weekend won’t be anything like 2021’s Winter Storm Uri, Houston FOX affiliate KRIV reported.
Scott: 'Election audit demonstrates how Texas' measures can and should be used'
By John Suayan | Dec 21, 2022
The Texas Secretary of State's Office (SOS) has published the second and last phase of the agency’s full forensic audit on Monday of the results from the 2020 general election, a press release said.
Texas Children's Hospital on annual Christmastime event: 'There’s nothing like seeing the joy on our patients’ faces'
By John Suayan | Dec 20, 2022
Texas Children’s Hospital (TCH) brought Christmastime cheer to its patients on Friday, with some guests on respite from the nonstop hubbub at Santa’s Workshop on the North Pole lending a helping hand, according to Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Turbulence rocks Houston-bound flight, five sent to hospital: 'We’re grateful to our crew for their efforts to ensure the safety of our employees and customers'
By John Suayan | Dec 20, 2022
An international United Airlines (UA) flight from Rio de Janeiro to Houston’s George Bush International Airport (IAH) encountered unexpected turbulence, causing at least five people aboard to suffer injuries, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Turner on arctic blast: 'Please wrap your outdoor pipes, protect your plants and pets'
By John Suayan | Dec 20, 2022
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner advised residents on Sunday to take certain precautions ahead of an arctic blast that’s forecasted to descend upon Texas ahead of the Christmas holiday weekend.
Houstonians celebrate Argentina World Cup triumph: 'We are going to be the ones telling our kids who Messi was'
By John Suayan | Dec 19, 2022
Houston’s now on the clock to get ready to help host the 2026 World Cup, but for a cadre of Argentina fans in the soccer-crazed Bayou City, there’s no hurry for the next four years to fly by.
North Shore quest to repeat ends in title game loss to Duncanville: 'We have much to be proud of'
By John Suayan | Dec 19, 2022
Galena Park North Shore’s quest to secure a second consecutive Class 6A state championship came to an unsuccessful end on Saturday as the previously undefeated Mustangs fell to the Duncanville Panthers, per a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Hidalgo on departing chief of staff: 'I'm so proud [and] grateful for him'
By John Suayan | Dec 19, 2022
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo’s chief of staff announced that he intends to vacate the position until a little after the start of next year, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Nonprofit head: 'We want to increase the awareness of safety protocols at major venues, major events'
By John Suayan | Dec 16, 2022
One of the families of the Astroworld victims is working to make sure others don’t suffer the same fate as their loved one, per a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Katy RB Davis to keep Mississippi State pledge in memory of Leach: 'Truly a blessing to know he was watching me'
By John Suayan | Dec 15, 2022
Like the entire sports world, Katy Tigers senior running back (RB) Seth Davis was saddened by Mississippi State (MSU) head coach Mike Leach’s passing on Monday at the age of 61.
Bun B eyes 2023 opening of first Trill Burgers brick and mortar: 'We've been working hard to find the right location ... I think we found that location'
By John Suayan | Dec 15, 2022
Famed Houston rapper Bun B has announced that the inaugural brick and mortar version of his widely popular smash burger concept will open to the public next year, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Hackers interrupt court Zoom sessions with pornographic content: 'The entire huge screen got taken over by it'
By John Suayan | Dec 15, 2022
The Harris County courts were apparently the targets of hackers on Tuesday who interrupted virtual sessions by inserting pornographic videos, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Somber vigil marks second anniversary of Landry disappearance: 'Lord, we just ask that you lead us to Jason'
By John Suayan | Dec 14, 2022
Family, friends and supporters of a 21-year-old Texas State University student who went missing two years ago as he was going home to Missouri City for the holidays held a vigil in the San Antonio-area community where his vehicle was discovered, Houston CBS affiliate KHOU reported.
Olajuwon on NBA accolade bearing his name: 'Great basketball teams are defined by their ability to defend'
By John Suayan | Dec 14, 2022
The National Basketball Association’s (NBA) accolade for the regular season’s best defensive player has been named after arguably the greatest Houston Rockets player ever, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Ex-Weber primary opponent arrested, charged with threatening lawmaker: 'We are aware of the situation and appreciate law enforcement's involvement'
By John Suayan | Dec 14, 2022
A former primary opponent of U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) has been accused by federal authorities of threatening the Houston-area lawmaker’s life, Houston-based media outlets reported.