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'Forever thankful for our hardworking crews': Turner’s office lauds cleanup efforts after tornadoes
After tornadoes ripped through Houston on Jan. 8, Mayor Sylvester Turner was quick to offer praise to Houston City Works for their quick response to clean up after the storms left the city in shambles.
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'We're excited for Houston to be the epicenter of this trend': Moringa company Base 3 Farms finds success in Houston
Base 3 Farms is based in Houston, growing and selling Moringa. Moringa is often described as a "superfood" and can be very useful for a person's diet.
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Houston experiences warmest December in 88 years
Last month, Houston logged the warmest December on record since 1933.
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'Daddy, I've been hit': Four-year old niece of George Floyd injured in a shooting at her Houston home
On Jan. 1, George Floyd's four-year-old girl niece was wounded in a shooting that occurred in southwest Houston.
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King: Houston's pension plan report results are 'jaw-dropping'
In the last few weeks, the City and two of its pension plans (Police & Fire) have issued their annual reports as of June 30 last year. The results are jaw-dropping.
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'He sought to build bridges': Turner remembers Desmond Tutu
The passing of the South African cleric who fought against that nation's systematic segregation policies leaves the world with many lessons, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said in a social media post.
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Astroworld victim honored by Running Game Clothing: 'Madison Runs Game'
A young woman killed in the crowd surge at the Astroworld Festival last month was honored by the local sports clothing store she frequented.
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'I have no doubt Scott feels remorse': Family of youngest Astroworld victim declines Travis Scott's offer to cover funeral expenses
The family of the youngest victim in the Astroworld Festival tragedy that occurred last month declined to accept an offer from rapper Travis Scott to pay for funeral expenses.
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'It's just a really important community for us': Buff City Soap opens West Houston location
Offering a unique shopping experience, Buff City Soap, a plant-based home and personal care brand franchise, continues its rapid growth across the United States as new stores get set to open in greater Houston over the next few months.
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The political posturing of Lina Hidalgo
With four candidates dueling it out in a Republican Primary to replace her and with rumors of a primary challenge, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is attempting to silence critics who have long criticized her over her lack of urgency to address Harris County’s burgeoning crime issue. This week, Hidalgo launched the Harris County Safe Program, a $2.6 million crime reduction initiative.
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How much will the Build Back Better bill cost?
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released its estimate of the effect of the Democrats’ proposed “human infrastructure” bill, referred to as the Build Back Better legislation (BBB), on the federal deficit.
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Three Houston companies cited for 'transforming the way our city does business'
Three Houston companies recently made Deloitte's list of fastest-growing tech companies for 2021.
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'Congrats to my former boss': Kamin congratulates Landrieu on Biden admin appointment
Houston City Councilwoman Abbie Kamin took to social media in congratulating her once boss, former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu's appointment to the Biden administration.
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Thanksgiving parade returns to 'heart of downtown' Houston after absence due to COVID-19
The Thanksgiving Parade is returning to Houston this year.
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Man arrested after threatening to blow up Minute Maid Park
Houston Police arrested a man who allegedly threatened to blow up Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros, during the American League Championship playoff series, the Houston Chronicle reported.
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Houston ready to welcome World Cup 2026
Houston is vying to host FIFA World Cup games in 2026 as the U.S., along with Mexico and Canada, welcome the coveted tournament.
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Turner joins groups calling for 'end to domestic violence'
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner joined several community members Oct. 7 to highlight National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
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'I just love being here and I want to be here for a while': Rockets guard Porter Jr. says team 'potentially' saved his life
Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter, Jr. believes the team "potentially" saved his life after acquiring him in January, according to a report by the Houston Chronicle.
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'The broken system allowed that man to make bond': Suspect in post-Astros game road rage shooting resulting in teen's death released on bond
A man charged with fatally shooting a 17-year-old boy in July after an Astros game has been released on bond, according to an ABC 13 report.
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'We will complete the mission I first embarked on in 2019': Congressional runner-up Hunt announces bid for proposed Houston congressional district
Wesley Hunt, a United States Army combat veteran, has recently announced his intention to run for Congress a second time in the newly proposed Houston congressional district, according to a report by the Texas Tribune.