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Rep. Al Green displays letter tied to suspicious powder found at downtown Houston federal building
U.S. Rep. Al Green displayed a letter Monday that was linked to an envelope containing an unknown white powder that was found at a federal building in downtown Houston. Green addressed reporters and members of the public Monday afternoon, displaying the letter and expressing frustration about the incident. "Yes, I am upset," Green said.
Texas A&M fans flood Kyle Field end-zone teaser with joke designs. The real reveal is Saturday
Formula 1 NASCAR IndyCar MotoGP Yahoo Racing is powered by Motorsport Network, providing expert reporting, analysis, and insider access across the world’s top racing series. Texas A&M fans flood Kyle Field end-zone teaser with joke designs.
Houston police arrest teen in connection to fatal shooting of Westbury senior athlete LePaul Warren Jr.
Houston police have arrested a person of interest in connection to Friday's fatal shooting of LePaul Warren Jr., a 17-year-old senior athlete at Westbury High School. Houston police announced the arrest Friday night without naming the person. LePaul was fatally shot Friday morning near the campus in southwest Houston. His aunt, Latasha Warren, confirmed his identity to the Chronicle Friday afternoon. "I hate that this happened to my nephew," Latasha Warren said.
University of Houston investigates Thursday video confrontation of faculty member on campus
Follow University of Houston investigates Thursday video confrontation of faculty member on campus Tanya Babbar, Ralph Green Thu, September 10, 2026 at 8:20 PM EDT File: Students on the University of Houston campus, Tuesday, May 19, 2026. (Raquel Natalicchio/Houston Chronicle) The University of Houston is investigating videos involving an adjunct faculty member after a social media influencer was seen in the videos walking into a large classroom and and confronting the faculty member.
Fire damages rooftop insulation at Houston Methodist's Centennial Tower
The Houston Fire Department responded Friday to a rooftop fire at Houston Methodist's Centennial Tower in the Texas Medical Center. Houston Methodist said rooftop equipment caught fire and damaged a small section of insulation. No injuries were reported, and the hospital said the fire posed no ongoing risk to patients, visitors or employees. The 26-story tower is under construction and scheduled to open in 2027.
Fire damages rooftop insulation at Houston Methodist's Centennial Tower
The Houston Fire Department responded Friday to a rooftop fire at Houston Methodist's Centennial Tower in the Texas Medical Center. Houston Methodist said rooftop equipment caught fire and damaged a small section of insulation. No injuries were reported, and the hospital said the fire posed no ongoing risk to patients, visitors or employees. The 26-story tower is under construction and scheduled to open in 2027.
Popular Houston breakfast restaurant Frank's Grill on Mangum Road closes temporarily after weekend fire
Follow Popular Houston breakfast restaurant Frank's Grill on Mangum Road closes temporarily after weekend fire Mon, July 20, 2026 at 7:53 PM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A sign for Frank's Grill is seen at a location at 5901 Clinton in Houston. A popular Houston breakfast restaurant will be temporarily closed after it was damaged in a fire over the weekend.
Texas Hill Country communities face catastrophic flooding again. Here's how to help
Follow Texas Hill Country communities face catastrophic flooding again. Here's how to help Thu, July 16, 2026 at 5:19 PM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Pedernales River floods near Old Kerr Highway on Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Fredericksburg, Texas.
LULAC fundraiser for family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo reaches $100K after fatal Houston ICE shooting
Follow LULAC fundraiser for family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo reaches $100K after fatal Houston ICE shooting Updated Wed, July 8, 2026 at 3:42 PM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. GoFundMe created by LULAC for family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
Dave and Buster's announces opening date for Sugar Land location
Ralph Green Thu, June 11, 2026 at 10:31 PM UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The reimagined shuffleboard area at Dave & Buster's in Shenandoah. (Shot Maker Media/Photo courtesy Dave & Buster's / Shot Maker Media) Dave and Buster's has announced it will open in Sugar Land on June 15. The $5.5 million entertainment venue at 19892 Southwest Freeway will be the fourth in the Houston area.
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Paxton opens probe of maker of Alani Nu energy drink months after teen's death was linked to caffeine
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating the maker of energy drink Alani Nu eight months after the death of a Texas girl was linked to high caffeine intake. Florida-based Celsius Holdings sells fitness and energy drinks under the Celsius brand and also owns Alani Nutrition, maker of Alani Nu. Paxton said his office will examine whether the maker of Alani Nu misled consumers about the safety of its products for children and teens.
Free Fishing Day returns to Texas on June 6. Here's what to know.
Free Fishing Day is this week, and everyone across Texas will be allowed to fish for free. This year, the day falls on Saturday, June 6, and allows Texans to fish in any public waterway without a fishing license. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will offer resources on its website leading up to Saturday for anglers of all skill levels and ages.
White Castle, one of the oldest hamburger chains, breaks ground on first Texas location
White Castle announced breaks ground on its 3,430-square-foot Dallas-area location at Grandscape in The Colony. (Courtesy of White Castle ) One of the world's oldest hamburger chains will soon open a restaurant in Texas. White Castle announced it has broken ground on its 3,430-square-foot Dallas-area location at Grandscape in The Colony, about 30 minutes from downtown Dallas.
Pizza Hut goes back in time with 1990s-style dining rooms. Here's where to find them in Texas
One of the nation's oldest pizza chains is bringing nostalgia back to its dining experience. Yum! Brands, owner of Pizza Hut and several other major fast-food chains, announced that Pizza Hut will revive its 1990s dining room design, including red cups, checkered tablecloths, pizza-themed lamps and the signature red roof. The company said in a news release that customers at 155 Pizza Hut restaurants across the United States will be able to experience the return of these classic dining rooms.
Why Houston gas prices fell by more than 8 cents, and why relief may not last: GasBuddy
People fill up their tanks at a gas station at Hadley and Smith in the Midtown area of Houston, Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. (Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle) Gas prices in Houston dropped over Memorial Day weekend as the U.S. and Iran appeared to be moving toward a peace deal, but an industry analyst says that Monday's strikes underscore the situation's unpredictability, which has been driving swings in oil markets for months.
Lone Star Flight Museum breaks attendance record with massive Fleet Week Houston turnout
The museum debuted Space Gallery in early 2023, which provides visitors a better understanding of what it was like for astronauts on the Space Shuttle to train, live and work while in space. (Lone Star Flight Museum) The Lone Star Flight Museum welcomed more than 10,000 visitors for Fleet Week Houston in April.
Do Houston buses run on Memorial Day? What to know about Metro schedule changes for buses, rail
Memorial Day is Monday, and Metro schedules will operate with a few adjustments. On Monday, May 25, Houston Metro local bus, METRORail and curb2curb service will run on a Sunday schedule. Metro Park & Ride service will not operate Monday, but the 500 Downtown Direct will run on a Sunday schedule. RideStores and Lost & Found will be closed. The customer service call center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., while METROLift, RideStores and all Metro HOV/HOT lanes will be closed.
Houston's fitness scene is growing with new wellness events, gyms and run clubs
High-tech gyms, trendy run clubs and booming facilities centered on wellness and recovery are turning Houston into a fitness hub where there's something tailored for a variety of lifestyles. Athletes gather on Saturday mornings in the blazing Houston heat for run clubs such as Zone Fitness Training, or ZFT, and Soul Ties Run Club, while others test out their favorite warehouse gyms or popular Pilates studios such as Solidcore and Sweet + Soul Studios.
ICE plans, hotel bookings and Main Street opening: Latest on Houston's World Cup preparations
An official World Cup 2026 ball is seen during a news conference in Houston, Thursday, May 15, 2025. (Kirk Sides/Houston Chronicle) U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement won't be present at 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Houston, according to Tommy Calabro, chief safety and security officer for Houston's World Cup host committee. Agencies involved in security talks agreed that they wanted all visitors to the games to feel welcome, Calabro said at a Monday media briefing.
Black on the Block comes to Houston this weekend at NRG Park. Here's what to know about the pop-up festival.
A popular California-based pop-up festival that promotes Black businesses will return to Houston this weekend. Black on the Block, the traveling marketplace festival founded in 2021, makes a stop in Houston from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday at NRG Park's Green Lot. The Houston event will feature live music, vendors, food, and time for guests to network. General admission tickets are $18.15.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Nationwide pizza recall may be first of several tied to dry milk powder, officials say
Ralph Green A pizza recall is the first of what U.S. health officials expect to be several announced for products made with dry milk powder that may be contaminated with Salmonella. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a recall this week for Mama Cozzi breakfast pizzas. The pizza products, sold at Aldi grocery stores, were flagged because they contain FDA-regulated dairy ingredients that could be contaminated with Salmonella.
Houston's Dancing with the Silver Stars proves dancers can bring down a house at 55+
The YMCA of Greater Houston hosted its annual Dancing with Silver Stars event Wednesday at the Bayou City Event Center. In its 14th year, the event is known as a day of dancing and friendly competition for dancers 55 and older. Carol Kern with the M.D. Anderson Family YMCA dance team watch others compete during the Dancing with the Silver Stars event at the Bayou City Events Center Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Dean's Downtown closing to make way for new concept ahead of FIFA World Cup
Popular Houston bar Dean's Downtown will close Sunday after 13 years. (Submitted by Ralph Green) Popular Houston bar Dean's Downtown will close Sunday after 13 years to make way for a new bar concept. Bobby Stark, one of those who leased the space and opened Dean's in 2013, said the bar at 316 Main will close Sunday. The property is owned by Jim Pirtle and Melissa Bosch, and Pirtle's children will open the new bar before the FIFA World cup.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Dean's Downtown closing to make way for new concept ahead of FIFA World Cup
Ralph Green Popular Houston bar Dean's Downtown will close Sunday after 13 years to make way for a new bar concept. Bobby Stark, one of those who leased the space and opened Dean's in 2013, said the bar at 316 Main will close Sunday. The property is owned by Jim Pirtle and Melissa Bosch, and Pirtle's children will open the new bar before the FIFA World cup . Stark said it was a mutual decision to close, with just two years left on its current lease.
Brothers arrested and charged after 17-year-old's death at Houston party in February
Lights from a police car are pictured in this file photo. (Courtesy photo/Getty Images) Two brothers are in custody and charged in connection with the death of a teenage girl at a party in February. Brothers Enrique Aguilar, 19, and Romeo Aguilar, 18, were arrested and charged in the death of Mariah Alatorre, 17, who was fatally shot Feb. 14 at a large party on Dagg Road in Houston. The brothers were booked into the Harris County Jail, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday on X.
The Offspring lead singer Dexter Holland is coming to Space Houston this April
Dexter Holland, lead vocalist and guitarist for The Offspring, on stage at BottleRock Napa Valley festival in Napa, California. (Rachel Bujalski/Special to The Chronicle) The Offspring's Dexter Holland is coming to Space Center Houston in April. Space Center Houston announced that Holland, lead singer of the punk rock band, will speak at its Thought Leader Series in Houston on April 30. Holland, known for his singing and guitar work, is also a molecular biologist.
Fleet Week Houston begins April 15. Here are some events you can attend starting Tuesday
Fleet Week is approaching as multiple U.S. Navy vessels and more than 1,000 sailors head to the Houston area for eight days. From April 15-22, Houston will serve as a host city for Fleet Week as part of the celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary.
Joel Osteen joined Logan Paul's "Impaulsive" podcast and talked about his lifestyle and Ye
Pastor Joel Osteen takes a moment as his siblings remember their mother, Dolores ‘Dodie' Osteen, during her memorial service at Lakewood Church in Houston, Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. (Jason Fochtman/Houston Chronicle) Houston pastor Joel Osteen joined Logan Paul's "Impaulsive" podcast to discuss allegations about his "lavish lifestyle." Osteen, senior pastor of Lakewood Church, has drawn attention over the years for the church's large-scale production style and online speculation about his lifestyle.
Billy Bob Thornton's band, The Boxmasters, plans Texas tour stops including 2 sold-out Tomball shows
Billy Bob Thornton is shown in 'Landman.' (Emerson Miller/Paramount+) 'Landman' star Billy Bob Thornton's band, The Boxmasters, is coming to Tomball this summer to perform for two sold-out shows at Main Street Crossing. The band announced its 2026 tour last month, with more than 40 dates, including the two Tomball shows on July 6 and 7. The band's website shows both performances are sold out.
Walmart Dino Nuggets are fine, USDA says, after false positive lead test Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy
Ralph Green The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has lifted a public health alert for Walmart Dino Nuggets. On April 1, FSIS issued a public health alert for Walmart's Great Value dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets with a "Best If Used By" date of Feb. 10, 2027, produced by Dorada Foods, because of possible traces of lead. Originally, the alert warned customers about affected 29-ounce bags sold at Walmart with lot code 0416DPO1215.
Walmart Dino Nuggets are fine, USDA says, after false positive lead test
Great Value dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets are cleared after USDA says a lead test produced a false positive. (Courtesy of DSHS) The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has lifted a public health alert for Walmart Dino Nuggets. On April 1, FSIS issued a public health alert for Walmart's Great Value dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets with a "Best If Used By" date of Feb. 10, 2027, produced by Dorada Foods, because of possible traces of lead.
New 60,496-square-foot Dick's Sporting Goods planned in Tomball with $6.6 million price tag
Dick's Sporting Goods reopened as Dick's House of Sport in Katy on Friday, July 7, 2023. (Claire Goodman/Staff Writer) Dick's Sporting Goods is planning a new location in Tomball, according to a state filing. The company recently registered plans for a 60,496-square-foot location at 25569 State Highway 249, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing says. The $6.6 million project is expected to begin in June 2026 and be completed Jan. 1, 2027, according to the TDLR record.
Former retired KPRC meteorologist and radio host Frank Billingsley explains why he's retiring
Frank Billingsley helped create the radio program he is now leaving. (Al Torres ) When news broke that Frank Billingsley was retiring as host of Houston Public Media's "Hello Houston" show, the next question was why. Billingsley addressed his departure on the air Thursday and said the decision to retire had been on his mind for a while. He said he plans to spend the rest of his "go-go" years in retirement with his husband.
These 10 McDonald's items, including McChicken and McDouble, soon will cost less than $3
McDonald's will introduce a new under-$3 menu along with a $4 breakfast meal deal this month. Starting April 21, customers will be able to take advantage of McDonald's under-$3 menu, which includes at least10 items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Items include several McDonald's favorites, such as the Sausage McMuffin, Sausage Biscuit, McChicken and McDouble. The chain will continue the promotion by spotlighting popular items at lower prices.
'Jesus Jesus Jesus' gathering takes over Manvel for 9 nights with worship and 10,000-drone show
Thousands of drones are lighting up Manvel nightly this week as a worship event called 'Jesus Jesus Jesus' builds toward a 10,000-drone show. 'Jesus Jesus Jesus' is a free, nine-day worship gathering held during Holy Week from March 27 to April 5 at 6911 Masters Road. Food and festival grounds open nightly at 5:30 p.m., performances begin at 6 p.m., and drone shows start at 9 p.m., organizers said on social media.
Tunnel to Towers will bring 9/11 steel beam to Houston on national anniversary tour in May
Firefighter walks through the rubble of the World Trade Center after it was struck by a commercial airliner in a terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2001. (New York Daily News/NY Daily News via Getty Images) A national nonprofit's "Steel Across America" tour will come to Houston next month, bringing a steel beam recovered after the World Trade Center was destroyed on 9/11.
ICE agents check traveler IDs at IAH and Hobby as Bush Airport lines top 4 hours again
Caroline Wilburn, Sondra Hernandez, Ralph Green Federal immigration officers were seen checking travelers' IDs at security checkpoints at both George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport Friday morning, as officials say they expect passenger volumes to remain high .
‘Yellowstone' spinoff drops first ‘Dutton Ranch' teaser to air in May: 'Welcome to Texas'
Forrie Smith, an actor on Yellowstone, at the PetSet gala in Houston. (Gary Fountain/Contributor) "Yellowstone" fans and Texans have been buzzing about the show's new spinoff since it was announced last year that the series would be based in Texas, specifically in Ferris, a town along Interstate 45 south of Dallas. Now it's been announced the show will premiere May 15 and stream exclusively on Paramount+.
Houston rapper hints at partnership with viral pitmaster Mr. Tendernism
Close-up of barbecued brisket at Hazy Barbecue restaurant in Danville, California, June, 2024. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) (Smith Collection/Gado/Gado via Getty Images) Viral barbecue personality Mr. Tendernism, known on social media for "fall-off-the-bone" meat videos, may be setting up shop in Houston.
Houston rapper Monaleo cancels remaining "Who Did the Body" tour dates after emergency surgery
Houston rapper Monaleo has canceled the remainder of her "Who Did the Body" tour after undergoing emergency surgery this week. The rapper announced Friday that she is canceling the remaining 12 shows on her tour, including the March 6 Houston date. "This is the hardest decision I've had to make in my entire career," Monaleo wrote on X. "I gave everything I had to every city, every crowd, every night.
Chicago wing spot Harold's Chicken & Sports Bar opens on Washington Avenue in Houston
A sports bar featuring a Chicago-based wing menu is opening in the former Clutch Bar location on Washington Avenue in Houston. Harold's Chicken & Sports Bar is expected to open this weekend on Washington Avenue, a road that's seen several bar closures recently, including Clutch. Harold's Chicken & Sports Bar is owned and operated by Houston-based Provaré Restaurant Group Hospitality and will serve Chicago-style chicken wings.
Six Flags to sell 7 locations including its Galveston waterpark location in $331M sale
Six Flags Entertainment Corp. has agreed to sell seven parks, including Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston, for $331 million to the Kansas-based real estate investment trust EPR Properties as the company reshapes its portfolio. SIX FLAGS OPEN: Six Flags Over Texas opens for the 2026 season Saturday. Here's what's new at the park. The announcement this week comes after multiple parks closed in recent years, and some remaining parks reported lower attendance.
RodeoHouston's Black Heritage Day to see 135K people. Why it's such a powerful tradition.
Black Heritage Day at RodeoHouston is expected to draw a bigger crowd than last year, as a day of exhibitions and student performances culminate in a live show from a Houston-raised Grammy winner. For decades, Black Heritage Day has been a rodeo staple, celebrating Black Western culture as the three-week event gets underway. This year, Black Heritage Day is March 6. The event will include school performances, entertainment and exhibitions.
Megan Thee Stallion makes Broadway history as Zidler in 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical'
Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion is stepping into another entertainment lane this spring. The Houston native will join the Broadway production "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" in the role of Harold Zidler for an eight-week run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in New York, according to People. She will be the first female-identifying performer to play the role, the outlet reports. She will make her Broadway debut March 24.
Megan Thee Stallion makes Broadway history as Zidler in 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical'
Ralph Green Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion is stepping into another entertainment lane this spring. The Houston native will join the Broadway production "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" in the role of Harold Zidler for an eight-week run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in New York, according to People . She will be the first female-identifying performer to play the role, the outlet reports. She will make her Broadway debut March 24.
Meet Hennifer, the massive 8-foot disco-ball chicken to debut at this year's RodeoHouston
Hennifer, 115-pound, 8-foot disco ball chicken outside of United Airlines plane at Denver International Airport. (Courtesy of Lauren Young) Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo line dancing may be in the spotlight this year after a new addition arrived this week. As rodeo-goers head to the event's designated barbecue area, they will be greeted by the Chicken Shack BBQ tent's newest addition: Hennifer.
Cardi B to perform in Houston next week for 'Little Miss Drama' tour. Here's what tickets are selling for.
Rap superstar Cardi B will stop in Houston next week on her "Little Miss Drama" tour, with resale tickets starting at $251, according to AXS. The artist, who drew a crowd at a Cypress Walmart last year during a meet-and-greet, will perform at Toyota Center on March 4. As Cardi B continues to make headlines for her tour performances, ticket prices may rise. This week, the lowest-priced resale ticket on AXS is $251. The highest-priced ticket listed is $1,251 for Section 108, Row 13. As of Feb.
Security waits remain low as TSA PreCheck stays open and Global Entry halts at Houston airports
Travelers pass through a TSA checkpoint at Hobby Airport in Houston, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. (Kirk Sides/Houston Chronicle) Wait times at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints at Houston's two airports remained low Monday morning a day after TSA PreCheck screening was halted and then opened and the Global Entry program was suspended.
Interstate 10 lanes will be closed this weekend for Houston Avenue bridge repairs
Drivers traveling on Interstate 10 this weekend will face major delays as all eastbound lanes will be closed near the Houston Avenue bridge, which will undergo repairs. The Houston Avenue bridge will also be closed, the Texas Department of Transportation said in a news release. The closures will start at 9 p.m. Friday and reopen at 5 a.m. Monday, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
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