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Infrastructure plan: $33M to clean up hundreds of oil wells

Houston Chron.com 5/25 6:37P By JANET McCONNAUGHEY, Associate

20 wells in Texas would be included in the plan.

Bodycam video shows Houston cop shoot, kill man holding zipped bag

Houston Chron.com 5/25 6:04P Jay R. Jordan

Police initially said the man was holding a bag containing a gun, but newly released footage shows the bag was closed.

Beto O'Rourke gives impassioned speech asking Texans to stand up to state leaders after Uvalde...

Houston Chron.com 5/25 5:55P Dan Carson

After being thrown out of a Wednesday press conference led by Gov. Greg Abbott, the former El Paso congressman asked 'all Texans of good conscience' to demand change in the...

Hours after Uvalde school shooting, Gov. Greg Abbott attended a fundraiser 300 miles away

Houston Chron.com 5/25 5:41P Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribun

A spokesperson for Abbott said he had previously committed to the event but all campaign-related activities are postponed until further notice.

Texas bar seeks to punish AG Ken Paxton for election lawsuit

Houston Chron.com 5/25 5:11P By JAKE BLEIBERG, Associated Pre

Paxton also faces a trial over long-delayed state fraud charges and a separate FBI investigation.

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Texas troubadour Robert Earl Keen storms into Houston on final tour

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 5/25 4:48A Hannah J. Phillips

The road, it seems, does not go on forever, and the party -- at least the live one -- is wrapping up for legendary Texas songwriter Robert Earl Keen. In January 2022, the he announced his decision in...

It’s Time to Make a Splash! Typhoon Texas Opens Summer Waterpark Season Saturday, May 28

The Katy News (Arts/Entertainment) 5/24 9:18A Sheryl Birch

Typhoon Texas will celebrate the first splash of the 2022 waterpark season with a full weekend of fun starting Saturday, May 28 along with its “Welcome Back Beach Bash” signature event on Monday, May...

Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra To Perform Free Family Concert At George Memorial Library’s Outdoor...

The Katy News (Arts/Entertainment) 5/24 9:17A Sheryl Birch

FBSO Fort Bend County Libraries will present a free, musical performance, “ Doodles for Orchestra ,”  by the  Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra , on Saturday,  June 4 , from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, in the...

UH stages marvelously monstrous musical with can't-miss killer plant

Culturemap Houston Arts 5/24 8:20A Holly Beretto

In a first-ever, full-scale collaboration between the University of Houston's students and faculty from its Moores School of Music and the School of Theatre & Dance, the university presents the...

Art of Banksy draws up immersive Houston event with signature secrecy

Culturemap Houston Arts 5/24 4:55A Alex Bentley

Street artist Banksy has always been known for his secrecy, and Houston will get a taste of that when the new immersive art exhibition, Banksyland, comes to the city for a brief stint, August 12-14....

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Houston's oldest family-owned grocery store announces imminent end

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/25 9:22A Eric Sandler

Houston's oldest family-owned grocery store will soon close its doors. Rice Epicurean Market announced it will close its remaining location in Briargrove at the end of July. Located at 2020 Fountain...

Houston's 11 best chefs showcase city's world-class + diverse dining

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/24 10:35A Eric Sandler

The 11 finalists for the CultureMap Tastemaker Awards Chef of the Year are a distinguished group. The James Beard Foundation selected five of this year's nominees as semifinalists for its Best Chef:...

The Inside Scoop on a Top Chef Taping

Houston Food Finder 5/24 7:29A Ryan Kasey Baker

Ever wonder what it’s like to be a guest during the controlled mayhem of Bravo s long-running cooking competition show, Top Chef ? As a writer for Houston Food Finder, I had the good fortune of being...

Austin’s Award-Winning Bar Nickel City to Open Third Texas Location in Houston

Eater Houston 5/24 7:29A Brittany Britto Garley

Nickel City’s Houston location will feature a patio bar with a focus on rum. | Robert J. Lerma/EATX Unlike the other outposts, Houston’s Nickel City will emphasize rum in its cocktails Austin’s Nickel...

Everything You Need to Know About Dining and Drinking at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Eater Houston 5/24 4:54A Brittany Britto Garley

George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston offers a variety of dining options that can spice up any layover and make sure you’re satisfied before your flight. | Shutterstock As travelers return...

Related: Where to Eat At William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) Eater Houston

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint Review

Color and Chic 5/24 10:28A Quincy

Part of my job is sharing the best beauty products on the market with you, and after testing countless foundations, the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint remains one of my holy grail. It’s basically a...

Texas jewelry star Kendra Scott debuts dazzling new engagement rings

Culturemap Houston Fashion 5/24 6:47A Hannah J. Phillips

Already a go-to for wedding jewelry essentials, Austin-based Kendra Scott is expanding into a new category with the introduction of The Engagement Collection by Kendra Scott. This launch is the second...

Business Casual Attire for Women

Color and Chic 5/19 1:14P Quincy

A lot has changed since early 2020, including the standards for workwear. If you’re not already back in the office, you likely will be soon, which is why I wanted to do a business casual attire for...

How Lori Harvey Dropped Her Michael B. Jordan weight

Houston Style Magazine (Fashion) 5/16 8:54A Style Magazine Newswire

When Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey started dating in 2020, Harvey gained 15 pounds. She calls it her "Micheal B. Jordan" weight. Her clothes didn't fit, and she was not...

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A Rockets Trade Scenario with every Lottery Team

Houston Rockets 5/25 6:39A Clutch

The 2022 NBA Draft is less than a month away and the Rockets, holding picks #3 and #17, are likely burning up the phone lines to understand their trade options. Houston is likely fine to take...

Podcast: Is Paolo Banchero in Houston’s future?

Houston Rockets 5/22 11:51A Dave Hardisty

The Rockets had the worst record in the league in 2021-22 but ever since the NBA changed the lottery odds in 2019, that just doesn t mean as much for your chances of getting...

Houston-based app aims to score with golfers of all skill levels

Culturemap Houston Sports 5/19 8:22A CultureMap Create

The game of golf got its start in 15th century Scotland, but a 21st-century app can help you show off new and improved skills on your favorite courses in Houston and beyond. Golf Live gives instant...

Rockets will pick third in the 2022 NBA Draft

Houston Rockets 5/17 8:35A Clutch

From the end of the season to the lottery has felt like an eternity, but we now know where the Houston Rockets will be picking. The Rockets will pick 3rd in the 2022 NBA Draft...

Fort Bend softball regional semifinals playoff pairings

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 5/17 12:00A By Ryan Dunsmore rdunsmore@fbher

The following are the Fort Bend regional semifinals softball playoffs pairings:

Related: Fort Bend baseball regional quarterfinals playoff pairings Fort Bend Herald (Sports)

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Douglas Elliman announces Houston senior executive manager of sales

Houston Agent Magazine 5/25 10:47A Lindsey Wells

Luxury real estate firm Douglas Elliman Realty recently appointed a new senior executive manager of sales for Houston, according to a report by the Houston Chronicle. James...

New River Oaks midrise from prominent developer opens doors to buyers

Culturemap Houston Real Estate 5/25 10:25A Steven Devadanam

One of Houston's most prolific developers has taken another step in making its latest Inner Loop project a reality. Randall Davis Company announced an on- site sales gallery for London House,...

HAR: Low inventory, high prices remain a concern for Houston real estate

Houston Agent Magazine 5/25 9:52A Lindsey Wells

A new report by the Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR) revealed a slight year-over-year increase in new Houston listings for the week ended May 23. According to HAR s...

Which Houston suburb has the hottest real estate market?

Houston Agent Magazine 5/24 12:25P Emily Mack

With suburban home value growth surpassing that of urban homes, the most popular areas appear to be outside the city. According to Zillow , all 10 of its current top markets...

'Floating' Galveston Bay home with historic pedigree lists for $3.75M

Culturemap Houston Real Estate 5/24 9:52A Holly Beretto

Imagine waking up and looking out across a panoramic view of Galveston Bay from a bedroom that feels like it's floating above the sea. That's every day at 16502 Bayfront Dr., in a stunning home that's...

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10 Benefits of Natural (Non-Toxic) Deodorant

Health Fitness Revolution (Houston Fitness Blog) 5/24 11:05A Health Fitness Revolution

Not taking a look at the ingredients in a product is something we all do, especially with deodorant. Everyone sweats, whether it be a lot or a little, deodorant is something...

Millennial Entrepreneur on Working with Sommer Ray & Tackling the Taboo of Sexual Wellness

Houston Style Magazine (Health) 5/24 9:29A Style Magazine Newswire

Attorney, co-founder of Imaraïs Beauty (by Sommer Ray), millennial entrepreneur Felicia Hershenhorn is making a serum for sex AKA Play Primer (available July 2022) that’s as...

Walmart apologizes for selling Juneteenth ice cream

Houston Style Magazine (Health) 5/24 8:56A CNN/Stylemagazine.com Newswire

Walmart's attempt to commemorate Juneteenth with a new ice cream didn't go over so well. The company is apologizing for selling "Celebration Edition: Juneteenth Ice Cream,"...

Coca-Cola is discontinuing Honest Tea

Houston Style Magazine (Health) 5/24 8:52A CNN/Stylemagazine.com Newswire

First Coca-Cola cut Tab, Odwalla and Zico coconut water. Now, Honest Tea is getting axed.

The quest for longer-lasting Covid-19 vaccines

Houston Style Magazine (Health) 5/24 5:54A CNN/Stylemagazine.com Newswire

As waves of new coronavirus variants circulate the globe, one thing has become clear: human immunity against the virus fades over time.

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