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C.J. Gardner-Johnson injury update: Texans’ safety ACL intact with further tests ongoing, per report Houston Texans safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson was carted off the practice field Thursday with a lower leg injury that initially raised concerns about his knee. Tests have since confirmed his ACL is intact, but further evaluations are scheduled to determine the full […]
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is advocating for a ban on using SNAP benefits to purchase soda and other sugary drinks in several states including West Virginia, Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas. This policy has sparked a debate on whether such restrictions promote healthier lifestyles or unfairly restrict the choices of low-income […]
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As the new school year approaches in Houston, many school districts are preparing for changes due to a new Texas law banning cell phone use for students in grades K-12 during school hours. The law, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott in June, allows districts to decide on cellphone use during extracurricular activities and storage options […]
The pastor of a southwest Houston megachurch will soon be back behind the pulpit, following his early release from prison last year. KirbyJon Caldwell returned to Windsor Village Church Last Sunday. His return to Windsor Village Church on Sunday comes nearly a year after his early release from prison last year. Pastor Caldwell was transferred […]
A recent survey of Harris County voters conducted by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs revealed strong support for using public funds to renovate major sports and entertainment venues. The majority of voters are excited about potential new attractions, such as a theme park, WNBA and NHL teams, and World Cup games […]
Big news from Houston’s own Shipley Do-Nuts! Our favorite spot for fresh donuts and kolaches has a new owner—Levine Leichtman Capital Partners just took over from Peak Rock Capital. This iconic brand, pushin’ nearly 90 years, has grown into a powerhouse with over 375 stores in 14 states. Under Peak Rock, they crushed it, hittin’ […]
Some homeowners in Houston are facing foreclosure threats due to payment recording issues after their mortgages were transferred to new loan servicers. Despite making timely payments, homeowners are receiving default notices and past-due notices, causing distress and fear of losing their homes. The Harris County Housing Authority and homeowners have been working to resolve the […]
The Houston Texans open the 2025 Training Camp,with seven practices that are free and open to fans, Training camp officially kicked off on Wednesday, July 23, as the Texans prepare for the upcoming season. There are countless new faces on the offensive line with the deaparture of left tackle Laremy Tunsil. Left tackle Cam Robinson, swing tackle Trent Brown, left […]
A new $22 million bridge and elevated trail system will soon make it easier for hikers and bikers in Uptown Houston to access Memorial Park. The 350-foot suspension bridge is part of a 2-mile extension connecting the Uptown hike-and-bike trail to Memorial Park’s primary trails. Construction is set to begin in spring 2026 after the […]
Our Houston Texans Selected Jayden Higgins with the No. 34 overall selection in April’s 2025 NFL draft and made history by signing him to a fully guaranteed, four-year rookie contract. This contract is now causing quite a stir for NFL front offices across the league. A lesson for those unfamiliar with NFL rookie deals: players drafted in […]
Many airports have updated their TSA security processes to include biometric technology and facial scans as part of the ID verification process, but this step is optional. At the Orlando International Airport (MCO), travelers can opt out of facial recognition technology without losing their place in line. The TSA agent will identify you with your […]
