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• Rice University launches financial technology boot camp

  26-08-2019 23:32 via chron.com
  Rice University's Glasscock School of Continuing Studies and Trilogy Education launched a 24-week, part-time boot camp for financial technology on July 22. This comes roughly one year after they launched a data analytics boot camp and three months after launching a cybersecurity boot camp.
  
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• Pasadena ISD instructor Region 4’s elementary teacher of the year

  26-08-2019 23:00 via chron.com
  Juliette Broussard, a fifth-grade science teacher at Schneider Middle School of Pasadena ISD, was recently named Elementary Teacher of the Year for Region 4. She also is one of six finalists to be the state’s teacher of the year.
  
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• Pasadena ISD instructor is Region 4’s elementary teacher of the year

  26-08-2019 23:00 via chron.com
  Juliette Broussard, a fifth-grade science teacher at Schneider Middle School of Pasadena ISD, was recently named Elementary Teacher of the Year for Region 4. She also is one of six finalists to be the state’s teacher of the year.
  
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• Houston Popeyes sign trolls Chick-fil-A. Plus, why Houston is ground zero for chicken wars

  26-08-2019 22:19 via chron.com
  A Houston Popeyes near Almeda Mall put up a sign designed to troll Chick-fil-A on Sunday. And the CEO of the conglomerate that owns Popeyes CEO reveals why Houston is ground zero for the 'Chicken Wars.'
  
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• Deadly hit-and-run collision in southwest Houston in December caught on camera

  26-08-2019 22:04 via chron.com
  New surveillance video shows the moment when a driver left an elderly woman for dead after an auto-pedestrian collision in southwest Houston.
  
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• Deadly December hit-and-run collision in southwest Houston caught on camera

  26-08-2019 22:04 via chron.com
  New surveillance video shows the moment when a driver left an elderly woman for dead after an auto-pedestrian collision in southwest Houston.
  
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• These goodies give you that Dr Pepper taste without the fizz

  26-08-2019 21:40 via chron.com
  Texans are proud to claim Dr Pepper as a local favorite,since created in the 1880s by Waco pharmacist Charles Alderton. It's still headquartered in Plano as part of the Dr Pepper Snapple Group.
  
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• Two Houston-Area Barbecue Restaurants Named As Best in the South - houstonfoodfinder.com

  26-08-2019 21:34 via houstonfoodfinder.com
  Two Houston-Area Barbecue Restaurants Named As Best in the South  houstonfoodfinder.comOut of 50 barbecue restaurants in the south named as the best by Southern Living, one in Spring and another in Tomball made the grade.
  
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• First Look: Houston Texans, preseason week 4 - therams.com

  26-08-2019 20:56 via therams.com
  First Look: Houston Texans, preseason week 4  therams.comWhat should you know about the Houston Texans heading into Thursday's game?
  
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• Houston Chronicle database tells the heartbreaking stories of homicide victims

  26-08-2019 20:15 via chron.com
  Friday marked the official launch of the Houston Chronicle's latest project: The Homicide Report.
  
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• University of Texas land near Houston's NRG Stadium is on the market (update) - Houston Business Journal

  26-08-2019 20:06 via bizjournals.com
  University of Texas land near Houston's NRG Stadium is on the market (update)  Houston Business JournalThe University of Texas System is looking to sell nearly 300 acres south of the Texas Medical Center and NRG Stadium in Houston.
  
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• GRAPHIC PHOTOS: Suspects killed and filleted endangered species of turtles, officials say

  26-08-2019 20:00 via chron.com
  An anonymous tip to Texas Game Wardens uncovered multiple people who were catching, killing and filleting endangered sea turtles on South Padre Island, officials said.
  
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• Amanda E. Dixon Neighborhood Library getting new building thanks to $1.6 million gift

  26-08-2019 19:23 via chron.com
  The public library has served Houston's Trinity Gardens residents since 1972, providing books and Wi-Fi. It was recently demolished in preparation for a new library with state-of-the-art technology.
  
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• Photos: Nigerian Cultural Parade & Festival creates true 'Naija' experience

  26-08-2019 18:58 via chron.com
  "Houston is more of a welcoming city," Anukwuem said of why Nigerians choose the Bayou City to call home instead of larger cities in the country.
  
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• Florida’s I Heart Mac and Cheese Will Open in Houston - Eater Houston

  26-08-2019 18:53 via houston.eater.com
  Florida’s I Heart Mac and Cheese Will Open in Houston  Eater HoustonFast-casual I Heart Mac & Cheese will open an inaugural area location.
  
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• 40-person brawl at water park started over beach towel

  26-08-2019 18:24 via chron.com
  Raging Waters was shut down early Sunday afternoon after a large fight that started over a beach towel nearly killed a man, officials said.
  
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• 'It's mommy's medicine': 'Missing' boy found at home, surrounded by heroin, police say

  26-08-2019 17:50 via chron.com
  A Pennsylvania woman is facing charges after the son she reported missing was found in her home, surrounded by drugs.
  
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• Not your average school lunches: Here's some of the diverse dishes your kids are being served

  26-08-2019 17:24 via chron.com
  From traditional meals, such as chicken nuggets to culture-specific specialties, such as tamales, there's a food for everyone, Wiggins said.
  
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• Watch: Turkey Leg Hut staff help feed Houston's homeless in viral video

  26-08-2019 16:37 via chron.com
  Turkey Leg Hut staff decided to help feed some of Houston's homeless over the weekend in a video that has gone viral.
  
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• These are the 14 best food and drink events in Houston this week - CultureMap Houston

  26-08-2019 16:30 via houston.culturemap.com
  These are the 14 best food and drink events in Houston this week  CultureMap HoustonThere's a bunch happening in food and drink this week, a lot of clustered on Thursday. Those who are experts at double — and even triple — bo.
  
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• Houston officers charged in deadly botched raid - ArkLaTexHomepage

  26-08-2019 16:19 via arklatexhomepage.com
  Houston officers charged in deadly botched raid  ArkLaTexHomepage(KPRC) Two former Houston Police Department officers charged in connection with a deadly botched raid carried out earlier this year turned themselves in ...
  
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• Axe throwing hits the wall in Houston - Houston Chronicle

  26-08-2019 16:04 via houstonchronicle.com
  Axe throwing hits the wall in Houston  Houston Chronicle There are few activities that double as lightly competitive neighborhood get-together and skill-building set for the zombie apocalypse, but backyard axe throwing ...
  
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• Recovery continues in Houston area 2 years after Harvey hit - Raleigh News & Observer

  26-08-2019 15:17 via newsobserver.com
  Recovery continues in Houston area 2 years after Harvey hit  Raleigh News & ObserverIt's been two years since Hurricane Harvey swamped parts of the Houston area amid heavy rainfall and recovery continues including real estate development in ...
  
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• Domestic dispute led to massive fire at Haverstock Hills, suspect sought, officials say

  26-08-2019 15:05 via chron.com
  It is believed that London started the fire after a domestic dispute with his girlfriend, officials said.
  
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• Houston County physical education teacher arrested for child molestation - 13WMAZ.com

  26-08-2019 15:04 via 13wmaz.com
  Houston County physical education teacher arrested for child molestation  13WMAZ.comKATHLEEN, Ga. — A Kathleen middle school teacher was arrested Thursday for child molestation, according to Houston County Jail records. Director of ...
  
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• Houston teen shot while trying to sell Xbox, police say - WSOC Charlotte

  26-08-2019 15:01 via wsoctv.com
  Houston teen shot while trying to sell Xbox, police say  WSOC CharlotteA 17-year-old boy was shot by a group of men while trying to sell an Xbox in a Houston neighborhood early Monday, police said.
  
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• Insperity Chairman and CEO Recognized by Houston Business Journal as One of the Most Admired CEOs - Yahoo Finance

  26-08-2019 15:00 via finance.yahoo.com
  Insperity Chairman and CEO Recognized by Houston Business Journal as One of the Most Admired CEOs  Yahoo FinanceIt's an honor to be recognized among Houston's leading CEOs,” said Paul Sarvadi, Insperity chairman and chief executive officer. Sarvadi co-founded Insperity in ...
  
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• Does a hypothetical Kenneth Dixon to Houston trade make sense? - Baltimore Beatdown

  26-08-2019 15:00 via baltimorebeatdown.com
  Does a hypothetical Kenneth Dixon to Houston trade make sense?  Baltimore BeatdownThe Ravens are in an interesting spot with fourth-year running back Kenneth Dixon. Undoubtedly talented, Dixon finds himself on the roster bubble despite a ...
  
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• Trade tensions send gas prices down again - Chron

  26-08-2019 14:59 via chron.com
  Trade tensions send gas prices down again  ChronHouston drivers are still catching a break at the pump with gas prices falling for the fifth straight week in unusually low-price end to the summer. Average gas ...
  
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• James Harden party, Galveston sandcastle showdown highlight Houston's weekend scenes - Chron

  26-08-2019 14:04 via chron.com
  James Harden party, Galveston sandcastle showdown highlight Houston's weekend scenes  ChronThere was no shortage of fun - or sand - to be had this weekend in the Houston area. From a Rockets star's birthday celebration to a wild sandcastle competition ...
  
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• James Harden party, Galveston sandcastle showdown highlight Houston's weekend scenes

  26-08-2019 14:04 via chron.com
  There was no shortage of fun - or sand - to be had this weekend in the Houston area.
  
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• Teen shot trying to sell Xbox in southeast Houston

  26-08-2019 14:02 via chron.com
  The 17-year-old was shot twice in the arm as he attempted to sell his Xbox at the 5000 block of Clover just after midnight, Lt. Larry Crowson said.
  
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• Breaking down current news topics of the Houston Astros. - SportsMap Houston

  26-08-2019 14:00 via houston.sportsmap.com
  Breaking down current news topics of the Houston Astros.  SportsMap HoustonGoing into the final month of regular-season games for the Houston Astros, they have plenty to look forward to. Between expanding rosters and a race to the best ...
  
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• How To Spend A Beyoncé Themed Weekend in Houston - Essence

  26-08-2019 13:58 via essence.com
  How To Spend A Beyoncé Themed Weekend in Houston  EssenceThe city of Houston is almost synonymous with Beyoncé. Rightfully so — Queen Bey put the city on the map in terms of global exposure. Take for example, she ...
  
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• Inside Houston’s Newest Migrant Shelter For Unaccompanied Teens - Houston Public Media

  26-08-2019 13:44 via houstonpublicmedia.org
  Inside Houston’s Newest Migrant Shelter For Unaccompanied Teens  Houston Public MediaAdvocates, teachers, even presidential hopefuls have rallied against a migrant shelter east of downtown Houston, calling it a baby jail and a prime example of ...
  
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• Man covered in blood, machete cuts knocks on neighbor's door, officials say

  26-08-2019 13:34 via chron.com
  The victim, in his 40s, had injuries from a machete and cuts to different parts of his body, including a "pretty serious wound to his neck," Fisher said.
  
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• Houston Texans: studs and duds from Preseason Week 3 loss vs. Cowboys - Toro Times

  26-08-2019 13:30 via torotimes.com
  Houston Texans: studs and duds from Preseason Week 3 loss vs. Cowboys  Toro TimesThe Houston Texans didn't fare so well in Week 3 of the NFL preseason against the Dallas Cowboys.
  
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• Passco Finds a Jewel in Houston Suburbs - Multi-Housing News

  26-08-2019 13:15 via multihousingnews.com
  Passco Finds a Jewel in Houston Suburbs  Multi-Housing NewsAttracted by Greater Houston's expanding employment and growing population, Passco Cos. purchased Boterra Bay Apartments located in Baytown, Texas, ...
  
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• Texas appeals court affirms $6.4 million verdict against Memorial Hermann - Chron

  26-08-2019 13:00 via chron.com
  Texas appeals court affirms $6.4 million verdict against Memorial Hermann  ChronAn appeals court upheld a Harris County jury verdict awarding a well-regarded Houston heart surgeon $6.4 million in damages after Memorial Hermann Health ...
  
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• Houston Texans News: August 26, 2019 - Battle Red Blog

  26-08-2019 13:00 via battleredblog.com
  Houston Texans News: August 26, 2019  Battle Red BlogYour one-stop shop for Houston Texans, local sports, and news from around the league for Monday, August 26, 2019.
  
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• Houston American Energy Announces Agreement to Participate in New San Andres Drilling Program - Yahoo Finance

  26-08-2019 12:30 via finance.yahoo.com
  Houston American Energy Announces Agreement to Participate in New San Andres Drilling Program  Yahoo FinanceHOUSTON, Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE American: HUSA) today announced that it has signed an agreement to ...
  
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• Protect Your Dog From the Heat - Houston Press

  26-08-2019 12:00 via houstonpress.com
  Protect Your Dog From the Heat  Houston PressHappy National Dog Day! In that spirit, let's talk going outside. Unless you're one of those people who have taught their dogs to use a litter box, your canine ...
  
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• China lets currency sink - Chron

  26-08-2019 11:25 via chron.com
  China lets currency sink  ChronBEIJING (AP) — China allowed its yuan to sink Monday and U.S. President Donald Trump said the two sides will talk "very seriously" about their war over trade ...
  
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• 'Not there yet:' Two years later, Houston, county lag behind state in Harvey recovery efforts - KTRK-TV

  26-08-2019 11:13 via abc13.com
  'Not there yet:' Two years later, Houston, county lag behind state in Harvey recovery efforts  KTRK-TVThe Texas GLO celebrated its 100th home built for Harvey storm victims across the state, but in Houston the city is barely celebrating its first.
  
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• At least 18 sickened from carbon monoxide at Houston complex - KAMR - MyHighPlains.com

  26-08-2019 11:07 via myhighplains.com
  At least 18 sickened from carbon monoxide at Houston complex  KAMR - MyHighPlains.comHOUSTON (AP) — Authorities say at least 18 people were treated after a carbon monoxide leak at a Houston area apartment complex. KTRK-TV reports that the ...
  
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• Lion’s share of TechnipFMC split expected to remain in Houston - Houston Chronicle

  26-08-2019 07:00 via houstonchronicle.com
  Lion’s share of TechnipFMC split expected to remain in Houston  Houston Chronicle Less than three years after it was created by a merger valued at $13 billion, TechnipFMC said Monday that it will split into two publicly traded companies, with ...
  
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