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'How do you shoot my baby?' Uvalde dad learned from daughter's friend that she was killed in...

Houston Chron.com 5/26 12:40P Ariana Garcia

Angel Garza, a medical aide, told CNN that he had arrived at the scene to assist when he made the heart-wrenching discovery.

Supreme Court to rule in gun case with US raw from mass shootings

Houston Chron.com 5/26 12:36P By JESSICA GRESKO, Associated Pr

The court's decision could be unpopular with the majority of Americans, polls say.

'Stop being a propagandist': Sen. Ted Cruz dodges questions from reporters about gun reform

Houston Chron.com 5/26 10:50A Ariana Garcia

Pressed by a Sky News reporter on why mass shootings like the one in Uvalde, Texas only occur in America, the junior senator bristled and ultimately walked away.

Report: Uvalde, Texas student laid on top of dying classmate to avoid being shot by gunman

Houston Chron.com 5/26 8:19A Dan Carson

New reports offer horrifying details from the Robb Elementary shooting, as experienced by a student in the classroom and the father of a survivor.

Investigation underway after inmate found dead inside Harris County Jail cell, HCSO says

Click 2 Houston 5/26 7:15A Brittany Taylor

An investigation is underway after an inmate was found dead in his single cell at the Harris County Jail, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. During a required...

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Pop-up farmers market coming to HISD’s Hattie Mae White building

Houston ISD (News) 5/25 9:40A HISD Communications

Nutrition Services Food and Agriculture Literacy Program will host a pop-up farmers market at the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center on Friday, June 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fresh peppers,...

Aldine ISD, METRO officials unveil new METRO bus stop designed by Eisenhower High School students

Aldineisd.org 5/24 3:55A Mike Keeney

Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney, Board President Randy Bates and Aldine ISD Trustees Dr. Viola M. Garcia and Connie Esparza joined former and current...

Senior Walk at Stovall

Aldineisd.org 5/20 6:02A Dylan Esquina

On Friday, May 13, 2022, nearly 200 Eisenhower High School seniors went back to visit their former elementary school, Stovall Primary, for a senior walk. Seniors walked the...

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announces $1 million grant for Booker T. Washington HS community science...

Houston ISD (News) 5/16 4:33A HISD Communications

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee visited Booker T. Washington High School on May 6 to announce a grant toward “The Vision” Community Statue Project. The $ 1 million in federal funding...

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Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 5/26 1:00A Craig D. Lindsey

This weekend offers plenty of opportunities to get your drink on, with a cocktail showdown, wine event at the Post Oak Hotel, and a non-alcoholic wine dinner. Work out a brewery, catch the symphony...

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...

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....

These are the 11 best Memorial Day events in Houston

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 5/24 1:00A Craig D. Lindsey

Houstonians can expect a wide array of events on this holiday of remembrance this Memorial Day weekend. Look for solemn observances, memorial events, WWII-themed activities, museum days, crawfish, and...

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North downtown brewpub's new owners craft new menu and fun events

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/26 8:20A Eric Sandler

A Houston brewpub has new ownership. Local Group Brewing has been acquired by Distincture Hospitality, a new group created by three craft beer enthusiasts. Initially opened in February 2020 just...

Meet the mastermind behind 3 Heights hotspots, plus latest food news

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/26 5:15A CultureMap Staff

On this week's episode of "What's Eric Eating," restaurateur Brian Doke joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss his career. After working alongside his brother at Tiny Boxwoods, Doke went...

Houston's best restaurant, chef, more star in 2022 Tastemaker Awards

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/25 4:47P Eric Sandler

Presenting the winners of the 2022 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards. This collection of restaurant industry professionals represents the best of Houston's dining scene. As a reminder, our judges' panel of...

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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...

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...

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Wealthy shoppers are splurging at Macy s. Low-income shoppers are pulling back at Walmart

Houston Style Magazine (Fashion) 5/26 7:34A CNN/Stylemagazine.com Newswire

Decades-high inflation is leading to a split in American consumers' behavior.

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...

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Haute Houstonians toast luxe new high-rise's artsy ambassador

Culturemap Houston Real Estate 5/26 9:00A CultureMap Create

As all of Houston eagerly awaits the arrival of its newest luxury high-rise, the Residences at The Allen, a major step has been made with regards to its design. Adrian Dueñas, CEO and partner of...

Orchard pilots cash-offer program for first-time buyers

Houston Agent Magazine 5/26 12:00A Lindsey Wells

Real estate startup Orchard recently launched a program designed to provide first-time buyers a competitive advantage when placing an offer on a home. The program, Buy with...

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...

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