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Rice University Faces $10 Million Hit from Trump’s Endowment Tax Increase

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Rice University Faces $10 Million Hit from Trump’s Endowment Tax Increase

Rice University could pay an additional $10.1 million annually under President Trump’s sweeping tax and policy bill, which dramatically increases taxes on wealthy university endowments — a move critics warn will slash funds for scholarships and research.

Houston Firefighters Deployed to Assist Rescue Efforts After Deadly Kerr County Flooding

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Houston Firefighters Deployed to Assist Rescue Efforts After Deadly Kerr County Flooding

As catastrophic floods devastate the Texas Hill Country, the Houston Fire Department has deployed teams to assist search and rescue efforts in Kerr County, where 13 are confirmed dead, and over 20 children are unaccounted for.

Houston Gears Up for Dazzling Fourth of July Celebrations Across the Region

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Houston Gears Up for Dazzling Fourth of July Celebrations Across the Region

With Independence Day just around the corner, cities and venues throughout the Houston area are preparing an exciting lineup of events to celebrate the Fourth of July. From parades and rooftop parties to concerts and massive fireworks shows, here’s where you can join the festivities on Friday.

Authorities Crack Down on Backyard Fireworks Ahead of July 4th Festivities

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Authorities Crack Down on Backyard Fireworks Ahead of July 4th Festivities

As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Houston authorities are reminding residents of the strict laws regarding fireworks, the steep fines associated with them, and safe ways to celebrate with dozens of festive events around the area.

Houston Chef’s Southern Cuisine Wows Beyoncé and Jay-Z During Cowboy Carter Tour

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Houston Chef’s Southern Cuisine Wows Beyoncé and Jay-Z During Cowboy Carter Tour

Beyoncé and Jay-Z treated themselves to a $1,000 culinary feast from Houston’s Taste Kitchen + Bar, giving high praise to the soulful southern dishes during their Cowboy Carter tour stop.

Clint Capela Returns to Rockets, Bolsters Houston’s Playoff Hopes

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Clint Capela Returns to Rockets, Bolsters Houston’s Playoff Hopes

With Clint Capela back in Houston, the Rockets gain a true rim protector to help navigate the Western Conference’s surge of dominant frontcourts.

Texas Families Face Uncertainty as Birthright Citizenship Policy Set to Take Effect

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Texas Families Face Uncertainty as Birthright Citizenship Policy Set to Take Effect

Texas families may soon face significant challenges obtaining U.S. citizenship for their newborns, following a Supreme Court ruling allowing a Trump-era executive order to end birthright citizenship to take effect in 30 days.

CenterPoint Slammed Over Storm Readiness as Hurricane Season Heats Up

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CenterPoint Slammed Over Storm Readiness as Hurricane Season Heats Up

As hurricane season intensifies, energy experts and critics are calling out CenterPoint Energy for lingering vulnerabilities in its infrastructure. After devastating storms like Hurricane Beryl and the 2024 derecho, many fear the utility’s slow progress could leave millions without power when the subsequent storm strikes.

Pride Festival Draws Crowds Downtown as Houston Prepares for Annual Parade

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Pride Festival Draws Crowds Downtown as Houston Prepares for Annual Parade

Houston’s LGBTQ community gathered downtown Saturday afternoon for a lively Pride Festival at City Hall, setting the stage for the city’s 47th annual Pride Parade later in the evening.

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Show Pauses as Singer Gets Stuck in Flying Car

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Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Show Pauses as Singer Gets Stuck in Flying Car

Beyoncé’s much-anticipated “Cowboy Carter” homecoming concert in Houston hit a brief snag Friday night when her iconic flying car stalled mid-air, leaving the superstar suspended as fans watched anxiously.

Texas Woman’s Highway Standoff Ends Peacefully After Hours-Long Negotiation

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Texas Woman’s Highway Standoff Ends Peacefully After Hours-Long Negotiation

A 64-year-old woman caused a tense standoff on Interstate 45 near Houston Thursday after crashing her car, pulling out a gun, and sitting in a lawn chair in the highway, prompting hours of closures before negotiators resolved the situation peacefully.

Tropical Disturbance in Gulf Raises Houston Rain Chances Sunday

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Tropical Disturbance in Gulf Raises Houston Rain Chances Sunday

A tropical disturbance in the Bay of Campeche may briefly strengthen before moving into Mexico early next week, boosting rain chances in Houston on Sunday but posing no significant threat to Texas.

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Rice University Faces $10 Million Hit from Trump’s Endowment Tax Increase

Houston Firefighters Deployed to Assist Rescue Efforts After Deadly Kerr County Flooding

Houston Gears Up for Dazzling Fourth of July Celebrations Across the Region

Authorities Crack Down on Backyard Fireworks Ahead of July 4th Festivities

Houston Chef’s Southern Cuisine Wows Beyoncé and Jay-Z During Cowboy Carter Tour

Clint Capela Returns to Rockets, Bolsters Houston’s Playoff Hopes

Texas Families Face Uncertainty as Birthright Citizenship Policy Set to Take Effect

CenterPoint Slammed Over Storm Readiness as Hurricane Season Heats Up

Pride Festival Draws Crowds Downtown as Houston Prepares for Annual Parade

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Show Pauses as Singer Gets Stuck in Flying Car

Texas Woman’s Highway Standoff Ends Peacefully After Hours-Long Negotiation

Tropical Disturbance in Gulf Raises Houston Rain Chances Sunday

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