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• Pipe bomb discovered during traffic stop in west Houston - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 21:58
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  Pipe bomb discovered during traffic stop in west Houston
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  Deputies discovered a pipe bomb during a traffic stop in west Houston on Wednesday, authorities said. Harris County Precinct 5 Constable's Office deputies pulled over two people – later identified as William Owens, 35, and Morgan Hesser, 36 – around 4 ...and more »
  
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• Pipe bomb discovered during traffic stop in west Houston

  26-07-2018 21:37 via chron.com
  The deputies also discovered crystal methamphetamine, marijuana and an illegal firearm, authorities said.
  
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• Images show emotional families being reunited after Trump separation

  26-07-2018 21:24 via chron.com
  Thursday marks the court-ordered deadline for the U.S. to reunite families separated under Donald Trump's zero-tolerance policy.
  
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• Bill sponsored by Ted Cruz would extend U.S. operation of Space Station

  26-07-2018 21:13 via chron.com
  U.S. operation of the International Space Station would extend to 2030 under a proposal introduced Thursday by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas who has called the Trump administration's plan to end federal funding for the orbiting laboratory by 2025 "foolish."
  
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• On TV/Radio: Astros ratings remain at record pace - Houston Chronicle

  26-07-2018 21:05
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  On TV/Radio: Astros ratings remain at record pace
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  In keeping with tradition after a return from an extended absence, we are totally eaten up today with a wall-to-wall edition of Four DVRs, No Waiting. Astros are hot programming. As of the All-Star Game break, Astros games on AT&T SportsNet Southwest ...
  
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• High-risk sex offender wanted after leaving halfway house in Houston - KTRK-TV

  26-07-2018 19:29
  High-risk sex offender wanted after leaving halfway house in Houston
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  Authorities are looking for a man who is considered a high-risk sex offender who left from a halfway house in Houston. Jerry Don Seib is wanted for a parole violation for a sex crime charge. Police said he left from the halfway house in the 10900 block ...and more »
  
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• Diet cheat day restaurants around Houston that won't disappoint - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 19:26
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  Diet cheat day restaurants around Houston that won't disappoint
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  Did you eat plain Greek yogurt for breakfast this morning? Salad greens and a hard boiled egg for lunch? Do you have a diet cheat day coming up this weekend? If so, these restaurants in neighborhoods across the Houston area are ready to serve you ...
  
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• BREAKING: Houston Astros Complete Trade with Angels for Martin Maldonado - The Crawfish Boxes

  26-07-2018 19:23
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  BREAKING: Houston Astros Complete Trade with Angels for Martin Maldonado
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  Just under one hour ago, Jeff Fletcher reported thatthe Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels agreed to a trade that sends veteran catcher Martin Maldonado to Houston and Astros prospect LHP Patrick Sandoval to the Angels.
  Gold Glove winner Maldonado to AstrosESPN
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• Houston MS-13 member on Texas 'most wanted' list evades arrest for over a year

  26-07-2018 19:08 via chron.com
  A year after Harris County police issued an arrest warrant for Carlos Gonzalez-Barahona, the wanted murder suspect and member of MS-13 is still on the run.
  
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• 'Godzilla' to stomp on Houston - Houston Chronicle

  26-07-2018 19:06
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  'Godzilla' to stomp on Houston
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  Few confuse Houston with Tokyo but the two cities will share one thing next Friday: Godzilla. Asia Society is hosting a free outdoor screening of the restored 1954 Japanese classic "Godzilla" on its lawn on Aug. 3 at 8:45 p.m. The evening is not just ...and more »
  
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• Northrop Grumman refuses to pay $800M in cost overruns for James Webb telescope

  26-07-2018 19:00 via chron.com
  Thursday was the second consecutive day of hearings on the James Webb Space telescope after NASA announced last month it would need an extra $800 million and until 2021 to complete telescope development. This request pushes the agency past the $8 billion development cap set by Congress in 2011, which means the project must be reauthorized in the agency's 2019 fiscal year budget.
  
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• FBI looking for 'Hangover Heister' tied to two Houston bank robberies - KHOU.com

  26-07-2018 18:56
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  FBI looking for 'Hangover Heister' tied to two Houston bank robberies
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  HOUSTON -- The FBI Violent Crime Task Force hopes someone will recognize the suspect they are calling the “Hangover Heister.” He's accused of robbing two banks in west Houston on Wednesday. The first attempted robbery happened at about 3:10 p.m at ...
  
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• 'Highly probable' slaying of Houston doctor a targeted attack, police say - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 18:40
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  'Highly probable' slaying of Houston doctor a targeted attack, police say
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  It's "highly probable" the brazen slaying of a renowned cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center was a targeted attack, according to Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo. Dr. Mark Hausknecht, a Houston Methodist physician who once treated former President ...
  'High probability' Houston cardiologist was targeted, HPD chief saysKPRC Click2Houston
  'High Probability' Murder of George HW Bush's Former Doct
  
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• Texas inmate scales a moving police car in daring highway escape attempt

  26-07-2018 18:38 via chron.com
  A wild video showing a daring escape attempt of an inmate near Wichita Falls seems like something out of an action movie.
  
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• Houston-Area Girl, 16, Fatally Shot During Selfies With Gun - U.S. News & World Report

  26-07-2018 18:38
  Houston-Area Girl, 16, Fatally Shot During Selfies With Gun
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  Police say two men face charges after a 16-year-old girl was fatally shot as she and one of the suspects allegedly played with a gun while taking selfies at a Houston-area apartment. July 26, 2018, at 2:54 p.m.. Houston-Area Girl, 16, Fatally Shot ...and more »
  
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• Houston furniture store's suggestive billboard causes stir on social media - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 18:29
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  Houston furniture store's suggestive billboard causes stir on social media
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  A local furniture store outlet has been turning heads with its suggestive billboard at the intersection of Durham Drive and the Katy Freeway service road. The Dump Furniture Outlet, which opens three days per week, advertises its operating hours with ...
  
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• Downtown's Lyric Market light show soon to be one of the most-Instagrammed things in Houston

  26-07-2018 18:22 via chron.com
  Opening early next year, the Lyric Market will be another entry into Houston's growing food hall scene but its light show outside might be the real stunner.
  
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• Innovative Houston chef's new restaurant serves up the history of soul food one plate at a time - CultureMap Houston

  26-07-2018 17:50
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  Innovative Houston chef's new restaurant serves up the history of soul food one plate at a time
  CultureMap Houston
  Within the Houston city limits, only one restaurant serves a tasting menu: The Pass, Seth Siegel-Gardner and Terrence Gallivan's companion to Provisions. Even in the metro area, only two other restaurants, the avant-garde Eculent in Kemah and luxurious ...
  
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• Houston furniture store's suggestive billboard causes stir on social media

  26-07-2018 17:34 via chron.com
  A furniture store billboard at the intersection of Durham Drive and the Katy Freeway service road gets personal.
  
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• Blue Bell introduces new flavor: Key Lime Mango Tart

  26-07-2018 17:33 via chron.com
  Blue Bell announced its newest flavor of ice cream on Thursday.
  
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• Closing arguments set for Houston 'honor killings' death penalty trial - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 17:22
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  Closing arguments set for Houston 'honor killings' death penalty trial
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  Closing arguments are expected Thursday afternoon in the death penalty trial of a Jordanian immigrant who is accused of enlisting his wife and son in the fatal shootings of his son-in-law and his daughter's close friend in two “honor killings.” that ...and more »
  
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• 'Highly probable' slaying of Houston doctor a targeted attack, police say

  26-07-2018 17:11 via chron.com
  It's "highly probable" the brazen slaying of a renowned cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center was a targeted attack, according to Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo.
  
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• ‘Today’s research for tomorrow’s oceans:’ Saving Florida’s reefs one coral at a time

  26-07-2018 17:10 via chron.com
  In a world where a quarter of coral reefs are considered damaged beyond repair and two-thirds are under serious threat, one researcher is developing a replicable way to regrow reefs that are more resilient to changing water conditions.
  
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• Signs point to mortgage rates rising, making home-buying more expensive

  26-07-2018 16:19 via chron.com
  Mortgage rates, which have been in a rut the past couple months, began moving higher this week.
  According to the latest data released Thursday by Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate average rose to its highest level in a month. It grew to 4.54 percent with an average 0.5 point. (Points are fees paid to a lender equal to 1 percent of the loan amount.) It was 4.52 percent a week ago and 3.92 percent a year ago.
  The 15-year fixed-rate average inched up to 4.02 percent with an average 0.4 point. It
  
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• Houston highways named among the most dangerous in America

  26-07-2018 15:55 via chron.com
  Some of Harris County's highways have racked up a sizable body count between 2010 and 2016.
  
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• Sex offender on the run after fleeing Houston halfway house ... - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 15:28
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  Sex offender on the run after fleeing Houston halfway house ...
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  A high-risk sex offender is on the run after fleeing a halfway house in Houston, according to Crime Stoppers of Houston. Jerry Don Seib, 53, escaped from a ...
  High-risk sex offender wanted after escaping halfway house in HoustonKTRK-TVall 3 news articles »
  
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• Harris County medical examiner seeks help identifying body found in Buffalo Bayou

  26-07-2018 15:17 via chron.com
  The man has several identifiable tattoos.
  
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• Houston Artists and Musicians Come Together to Make Things Right for Ella Marie Goode - Houston Press

  26-07-2018 14:17
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  Houston Artists and Musicians Come Together to Make Things Right for Ella Marie Goode
  Houston Press
  Last year, Ella Marie Goode made a pivotal decision about her life. “I came out as a trans woman just over one year ago at age 37, a 'late bloomer' one might say,” she notes. Goode expected some challenges but believed those closest to her would stand ...
  
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• Man on the run after leading deputies on chase through Baytown

  26-07-2018 13:42 via chron.com
  A man is on the run after leading Harris County constable deputies on a high speed chase in Baytown Thursday morning, according to Metro Video.
  
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• Man accidentally shot in head while handling gun at Jacinto City motel

  26-07-2018 13:25 via chron.com
  A man was accidentally shot in the head while showing a gun off to several people in a Motel 6 near Jacinto City, police said.
  
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• Tow truck driver helps catch hit and run suspect near Cypress Station

  26-07-2018 13:16 via chron.com
  A woman was detained Thursday morning after she allegedly hit and critically injured a pedestrian with her car before leaving the scene, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
  
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• Man found shot in wrong-way car on Eastex Freeway

  26-07-2018 13:06 via chron.com
  Houston police found a wounded man in a car facing the wrong way on the Eastex Freeway Thursday morning.
  
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• Houston Texans News: July 26, 2018 - Battle Red Blog (blog)

  26-07-2018 13:05
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  Houston Texans News: July 26, 2018
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  Your one-stop shop for Houston Texans, local sports, and news from around the league for Thursday, July 26, 2018. By Jeremy_Brener@JeremyBrener Jul 26, 2018, 6:00am CDT. Share Tweet Share. Share Houston Texans News: July 26, 2018. tweet share ...
  
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• Houston City Council to discuss firefighter pay issue at meeting union calls 'improper'

  26-07-2018 13:00 via chron.com
  A Houston City Council committee will gather this morning to discuss the cost implications of a proposal that would grant firefighters the same pay as police officers of corresponding rank, a matter that could go before voters as early as November.
  
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• Iconic Memorial Hermann Medical Plaza changes hands - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 12:01
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  Iconic Memorial Hermann Medical Plaza changes hands
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  LaSalle Investment Management has added a fourth property to its Houston portfolio with the purchase of the prized Memorial Hermann Medical Plaza adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. The seller, a partnership of Mischer Healthcare, Memorial Hermann ...and more »
  
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• ‘Revenge porn’ law goes before Texas’ top criminal court

  26-07-2018 12:00 via chron.com
  A man was accused of intentionally sharing a nude photo and revealing the identity of the woman depicted, despite her expectation that the image would remain private. Now he’s taking his legal fight to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, arguing the law violates his right to free speech.
  
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• Pet of the Week: Here are the BARC animals that need homes now

  26-07-2018 12:00 via chron.com
  Looking for a pet? Dozens of neglected and abandoned animals being cared for at the BARC Animal Shelter need a home.
  
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• Upcoming Houston Food Events: Baja Life and Wurstfest - Houston Press

  26-07-2018 11:06
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  Upcoming Houston Food Events: Baja Life and Wurstfest
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  Mark your calendars, because you don't want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: All 146 locations of Fuzzy's Taco Shop will be channeling the beaches of Baja with summer-inspired menu items available now through Sunday, September 2.
  
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• Houston Texans 53-Man Roster Prediction, Version 1.0 - Houston Press

  26-07-2018 11:03
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  Houston Texans 53-Man Roster Prediction, Version 1.0
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  Predicting a team's 53-man roster 24 hours into training camp is obviously an exercise fraught with inherent inaccuracy risk. Certainly, injuries can undermine the accuracy of what you're about to read, but history also tells us that there will be a ...
  
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• Closing arguments set for Houston ‘honor killings’ death penalty trial

  26-07-2018 07:00 via chron.com
  Closing arguments are expected Thursday afternoon in the death penalty trial of a Jordanian immigrant with 12 children accused of killing his son-in-law and his daughter’s close friend in two alleged “honor killings.”
  
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• 5 suspected armed robbers captured in Houston after chase - Chron.com

  26-07-2018 06:22
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  5 suspected armed robbers captured in Houston after chase
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  Authorities captured five armed robbery suspects Wednesday after a "foot chase" in north Houston, the Harris County Sheriff's Office stated on social media. The robbery happened Wednesday afternoon at the 3900 block of Aldine Mail Route near Mount ...and more »
  
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• The Best Meals and Deals for Houston Restaurant Week - Thrillist

  26-07-2018 06:19
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  The Best Meals and Deals for Houston Restaurant Week
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  Not only does August usher in unbearably scorching heat, it also brings a way to charitably eat. The 2018 Houston Restaurant Weeks runs from Wednesday, August 1 through Labor Day, Monday, September 3, offering you the chance to dine on prix fixe ...
  
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• 5 suspected armed robbers captured in Houston after chase

  26-07-2018 06:16 via chron.com
  Authorities captured five armed robbery suspects Wednesday after a "foot chase" in north Houston, the Harris County Sheriff's Office stated on social media.
  
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• Sex offender on the run after fleeing Houston halfway house

  26-07-2018 06:05 via chron.com
  A high-risk sex offender is on the run after fleeing a halfway house in Houston, according to Crime Stoppers of Houston.
  
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• Sex offender on the run after escaping Houston halfway house

  26-07-2018 06:05 via chron.com
  A high-risk sex offender is on the run after escaping from a halfway house in Houston, KRPC reported.
  
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• Report: Sex offender on the run after escaping Houston halfway house

  26-07-2018 06:05 via chron.com
  A high-risk sex offender is on the run after escaping from a halfway house in Houston, KRPC reported.
  
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• Thief uses screwdriver to make off with truck in north Houston - KTRK-TV

  26-07-2018 05:31
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  Thief uses screwdriver to make off with truck in north Houston
  KTRK-TV
  In less than 25 seconds, a crook broke into and made off with a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado in north Houston. In video of the theft near the area of I-45 and Gulf Bank, you can see a white truck pull up in front of the victim's home and a man quickly hop ...
  
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• FBI searching for bank robber near Hunters Creek Village in Houston

  26-07-2018 04:36 via chron.com
  Authorities are looking for a man accused of robbing a bank Wednesday afternoon in west Houston.
  
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