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Lance McCullers Jr. Speaks Out on Death Threats Targeting His Kids After Tough Astros Start
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Lance McCullers Jr. Speaks Out on Death Threats Targeting His Kids After Tough Astros Start

Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. says he and his family have been targeted with death threats following his difficult return to the mound against Cincinnati. The team and MLB are now involved in the investigation.

Texas Renaissance Festival Must Be Sold, Judge Rules in $60M Legal Dispute
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Texas Renaissance Festival Must Be Sold, Judge Rules in $60M Legal Dispute

A Grimes County judge has ordered the Texas Renaissance Festival to be sold and awarded over $23 million in damages, ending a two-year legal battle over the iconic event.

Texas School Ratings Drop Under Stricter Rules, Houston-Area Districts See Mixed Results
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Texas School Ratings Drop Under Stricter Rules, Houston-Area Districts See Mixed Results

New state ratings show most Houston-area school districts slipped under Texas’s tougher accountability system, with no Harris County district earning an A.

Texas-Origin Measles Outbreak Breaks Records, Raising Summer Spread Concerns
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Texas-Origin Measles Outbreak Breaks Records, Raising Summer Spread Concerns

A significant measles outbreak originating in Texas has become the largest in the U.S. since 2000, surpassing the 2019 New York City outbreak and spreading to multiple states. Low vaccination rates are a key concern.

Chicago-Born Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV in Historic Vote
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Chicago-Born Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV in Historic Vote

In a historic first, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago was elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American to lead the Catholic Church. The 69-year-old addressed crowds in St. Peter’s Square, pledging to continue a unity, charity, and dialogue as the 267th pope.

Conclave Enters Second Day Without Decision on Next Pope
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Conclave Enters Second Day Without Decision on Next Pope

Black smoke again poured from the Sistine Chapel's chimney Thursday morning, signaling that the cardinals have not yet selected a new pope. The search for a successor to the late Pope Francis continues as the conclave enters its second day.

Houston Returns to One Pride Parade After 2024’s Split Celebrations
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Houston Returns to One Pride Parade After 2024’s Split Celebrations

Houston’s LGBTQ+ community will celebrate Pride Month with a single downtown parade in 2025, following a year of competing events. Pride Houston 365 will host the city’s only official celebration on June 28, as a rival group goes quiet.

Nancy’s Hustle Adds Monday Hours Amid Surging Popularity and Industry Praise
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Nancy’s Hustle Adds Monday Hours Amid Surging Popularity and Industry Praise

Starting May 5, beloved Houston restaurant Nancy’s Hustle will offer dinner service seven days a week, expanding access as demand surges and accolades pour in.

Cougars Cancel Texas A&M Matchup, Set to Debut Houston Blue Uniforms Next Week
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Cougars Cancel Texas A&M Matchup, Set to Debut Houston Blue Uniforms Next Week

Severe weather in Houston has canceled the Cougars’ final midweek game against Texas A&M. The game will not be rescheduled, and ticket holders will be contacted with the next steps.

Scattered Storms Monday, Severe Weather Threat Peaks Tuesday in Houston Area
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Scattered Storms Monday, Severe Weather Threat Peaks Tuesday in Houston Area

Scattered storms on Monday will give way to a more intense round of severe weather in the Houston area on Tuesday. Heavy rainfall, hail, high winds, and flooding are possible, especially north of the city.

Houston Police Secures Nearly $1B in Raises Over 5 Years Amid Budget Deficit
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Houston Police Secures Nearly $1B in Raises Over 5 Years Amid Budget Deficit

Houston police officers are poised for 36.5% pay raises and new perks under Mayor John Whitmire's $832 million contract, even as the city faces a major budget gap.

Severe Storms Slam Texas with Hail, Power Outages, and Flight Delays
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Severe Storms Slam Texas with Hail, Power Outages, and Flight Delays

A wave of severe thunderstorms battered Texas Friday, pelting Southeast Texas with baseball-sized hail and disrupting air travel statewide as heavy rain and damaging winds swept through major metro areas.

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