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• Twin entrepreneurs to bring ‘Young Millionaires Series’ to Houston - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 23:25
  
  Twin entrepreneurs to bring ‘Young Millionaires Series’ to Houston  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• Sports Minute: Grimes leads No. 25 Houston in 76-43 win over Wichita State - KRGV

  09-02-2020 22:13
  Sports Minute: Grimes leads No. 25 Houston in 76-43 win over Wichita State  KRGV
  
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• Houston police officer wins UFC fight - KHOU.com

  09-02-2020 20:56
  Houston police officer wins UFC fight  KHOU.com
  
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• Houston County deputies involved in early morning shoot out - wgxa.tv

  09-02-2020 20:27
  Houston County deputies involved in early morning shoot out  wgxa.tv
  
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• Texas 21-year-old dies during Naval Academy physical readiness test

  09-02-2020 20:26 via chron.com
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A Navy midshipman died Saturday while taking a physical readiness test at the U.S. Naval Academy.
  The academy identified the midshipman Sunday as Duke Carrillo, 21, of Flower Mound, Texas. Officials said in a news release that Carillo collapsed during the 1.5-mile run portion of the Navy's semi-annual physical readiness test.
  Officials said initial responders provided exhaustive resuscitation efforts, then Carrillo was rushed to Anne Arundel Medical Center, where he w
  
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• High-performing Houston schools: How Project Chrysalis Middle School is closing the achievement gap in its classrooms - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 19:56
  
  High-performing Houston schools: How Project Chrysalis Middle School is closing the achievement gap in its classrooms  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• Ask 2: Is texting while driving illegal in Houston? - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 19:49
  
  Ask 2: Is texting while driving illegal in Houston?  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• AP Photos: Kids race llamas in Ecuador's highlands

  09-02-2020 19:42 via chron.com
  
  LLANGANATES, Ecuador (AP) — The tiny rider sat — well, was tied — atop the towering steed that would carry him to victory in the annual llama races at Ecuador's Llanganates National Park.
  Wellington Barrera, clad in a wool poncho, sheep-leather pants and a cowboy hat, was the only finisher in his under-3 category, bouncing 500 meters (1,640 feet) to victory.
  But two dozen children in other age groups also competed Saturday in an annual event meant to draw attention to the park'
  
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• Roughnecks win big in their XFL debut in Houston - KTRK-TV

  09-02-2020 18:28
  
  Roughnecks win big in their XFL debut in Houston  KTRK-TV
  
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• Here’s where to score a Mardi Gras king cake in the Houston area - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 17:57
  
  Here’s where to score a Mardi Gras king cake in the Houston area  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• Man in custody after fatal SW Houston shooting - Chron

  09-02-2020 17:23
  
  Man in custody after fatal SW Houston shooting  Chron
  
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• Woman injured in 100 mph wrong-way crash in downtown

  09-02-2020 16:53 via chron.com
  
  A woman impaled her pickup truck on a Metro bus stop early Sunday after driving the wrong way down a downtown Houston street at a high speed, according to police and witnesses.Bystanders reported seeing the woman speeding around 1 a.m. down Franklin Street and hearing a loud crash. The vehicle struck a bus stop at the intersection of Franklin and Austin streets downtown, near the Harris County Civil Courthouse.Witnesses said the woman appeared to have been driving at speeds near 100 mph.She appe
  
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• Man in custody after fatal SW Houston shooting

  09-02-2020 16:27 via chron.com
  
  A man was shot multiple times and killed Sunday morning in southwest Houston and another man has been detained in connection to the shooting, police said.
  
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• HCSO: Security guard shoots and kills customer at sports bar in North Harris County

  09-02-2020 15:54 via chron.com
  
  Authorities are investigating after a security guard discharged his gun into a group of several people at a sports bar on North Freeway.  According to Ed Gonzalez, a security guard was attempting to close the Ojos Locos Bar located at 15115 North Freeway, when one individual refused to leave the establishment.
  
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• Driver crashes into METRO bus stop in downtown Houston, officials say - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 14:02
  
  Driver crashes into METRO bus stop in downtown Houston, officials say  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• University of Houston opens free food pantry to students - KTRK-TV

  09-02-2020 13:03
  
  University of Houston opens free food pantry to students  KTRK-TV
  
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• Disturbing video shows security guard shooting inside sports bar in north Houston - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 12:52
  
  Disturbing video shows security guard shooting inside sports bar in north Houston  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• Celebrities at Toyota Center for UFC 247 - Chron

  09-02-2020 06:07
  
  Celebrities at Toyota Center for UFC 247  Chron
  
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• Somerset Green residents enjoy a lifestyle of convenience

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Today’s home buyers lead active lives and often desire the ease of stress-free, low-maintenance homeownership. Whether traveling the world or escaping for weekend, Somerset Green offers residents the convenience of lock-and-leave living.
  “We had been searching for a lock-and-leave home,” said former Bellaire residents Helen and Cal Leeke. “Many options inside the Loop were beautiful and had large windows, but they looked onto a neighbor’s roof or were in densely pop
  
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• Sandcastle Homes completes renovation of HomeAid project in the Third Ward

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Renovation work has been completed on a HomeAid Houston project for Agape Development. HomeAid, a 501(c)(3) charity of the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA), partnered with custom builder and GHBA member Sandcastle Homes, to make improvements to Paris House, a 950-square-foot house that was converted into an office and counseling center for Agape Development. The enhancements will provide a more modern space for day-to-day operations and provide a place for work placement assistance an
  
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• Realtor View: Get the lowdown on homeowners associations (HOAs)

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  If you plan to buy a home or condominium this year, keep in mind that the property may be governed by a homeowners association, or HOA. More than 63 million people live within communities that are overseen by HOAs, according to the Community Associations Institute. That means 24 percent of U.S. homes are part of community associations.
  Many buyers appreciate the benefits provided by HOAs, but the mandatory dues and covenants, conditions and restrictions (CCRs) occasionally rub some people the wr
  
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• Realtor of the Week: Suzie Davis enjoys managing clients’ properties

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Bernstein Realty is a multi-service real estate boutique, and one of its many services is property management by experienced professionals.
  “We take great pride in our excellent reputation, built on more than 25 years of experience, and do all we can to ensure that the landlord/tenant relationship operates smoothly. We handle all aspects of property management, including tenant procurement, credit checks, employment and rental history verification, make-ready preparations, rent collection,
  
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• On the Move: Minor improvements can go a long way when selling home

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  As the old adage goes, “You only have one chance to make a first impression.” This rings especially true for people who have a home to sell. This is why real estate professionals often recommend that homeowners make certain minor improvements before putting their homes on the market.
  This can be particularly important for home sellers who are relocating, since they typically need to move a bit more quickly than someone who is moving in-town.
  So, when making home improvements, it&rsqu
  
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• Local suppliers, vendors step up for GHBA’s Benefit effort

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Dozens of companies have stepped up to ensure a Greater Houston Builders Association Benefit home is built at little cost by donating materials, labor and services to its construction.
  HistoryMaker Homes has recruited these companies and has completed its Alder plan in Sierra Vista, a Land Tejas community. Proceeds from the sale of the home will be donated to two local charities, HomeAid Houston and Operation Finally Home.
  Since the project began, nearly $12 million has been raised.
  Vendors dona
  
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• GHBA Remodelers Council: Houston Remodelers Council receives national awards

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  On Jan. 25, the Greater Houston Builders Association’s (GHBA) Remodelers Council was honored to receive three national awards, and a member was inducted into the Remodeling Hall of Fame by the Washington, D.C. based National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), at an event held during the International Builders Show in Las Vegas.
  Dan Bawden, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP, of Legal Eagle Contractors, was inducted into the NAHB Remodeling Hall of Fame. He has an award-winning, 40-year career in remode
  
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• Condo Life: Privacy, security not a problem with condo living

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Privacy and security, no matter where you live, are important aspects of a comfortable secure lifestyle, but especially when it comes to condominium residences where homeowners often partake in the lock-and-leave advantage.
  With a street-level structure, residents can be comfortable knowing building management considers all situations when it comes to providing top security features for their homeowners.
  Full security
  Residents can rest easy knowing it’s not uncommon to find a variety of s
  
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• Beachtown offers walkable, timeless community in Galveston

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Beachtown is a hidden oasis located on the eastern tip of Galveston Island. The community is situated on one of the only non-eroding and non-driving beaches on the island and is surrounded by an 800-acre nature preserve and lagoons to the north.Additionally, Beachtown is in proximity to downtown Galveston; UTMB; and the Historic Strand District, which is ideal for shopping and dining.Beachtown is a community by the firm of Duany Plater-Zyberk (DPZ), creators of Seaside and Rosemary Beach, and ma
  
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• BBB on Homes: Water quality is crucial for every home

  09-02-2020 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Americans enjoy one of the best supplies of drinking water in the world, due in large part to strict regulations and standards.
  Even so, a water system may meet all of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) safe water standards and still have problems consumers might find objectionable.
  Some homes may suffer from a type of correctable water problem that is not regulated. Each problem can bring its own unpleasant effects into a home. Rusting and corroded pipes, clothing stains, bad-tas
  
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• Solomon: XFL is off and running in Houston - Houston Chronicle

  09-02-2020 04:17
  
  Solomon: XFL is off and running in Houston  Houston Chronicle
  
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• UFC president Dana White labels Houston as a 'fight town' - KTRK-TV

  09-02-2020 03:19
  
  UFC president Dana White labels Houston as a 'fight town'  KTRK-TV
  
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• Johnson Scores 33, Nicholls Tops Sam HoustonJohnson Scores 33, Nicholls Tops Sam Houston - The New York Times

  09-02-2020 02:02
  
  Johnson Scores 33, Nicholls Tops Sam HoustonJohnson Scores 33, Nicholls Tops Sam Houston  The New York Times
  
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• Much Needed Houston Win - SportsMap Houston

  09-02-2020 01:54
  
  Much Needed Houston Win  SportsMap Houston
  
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• Space Center Houston hosts hundreds of teachers from all over the globe for space exploration conference - KPRC Click2Houston

  09-02-2020 01:49
  
  Space Center Houston hosts hundreds of teachers from all over the globe for space exploration conference  KPRC Click2Houston
  
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• UFC 247: Official scorecards from Houston - MMA Junkie

  09-02-2020 01:47
  
  UFC 247: Official scorecards from Houston  MMA Junkie
  
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• Houston Rockets are taking the latest trend in the NBA's evolution to the extreme - Los Angeles Times

  09-02-2020 01:37
  
  Houston Rockets are taking the latest trend in the NBA's evolution to the extreme  Los Angeles Times
  
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• Exotic, eye-catching cars rev up at Houston's Supercar Saturday - Chron.com

  09-02-2020 00:44
  
  Exotic, eye-catching cars rev up at Houston's Supercar Saturday  Chron.com
  
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• Exotic, eye-catching cars rev up at Houston's Supercar Saturday

  09-02-2020 00:44 via chron.com
  
  Racing a Lamborghini through Houston might sound like an over-the-top driving adventure.
  
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• Scouting report: Rockets vs. Jazz - Chron

  09-02-2020 00:29
  
  Scouting report: Rockets vs. Jazz  Chron
  
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• Police search for SUV driver who killed motorcyclist in north Houston - KTRK-TV

  09-02-2020 00:28
  
  Police search for SUV driver who killed motorcyclist in north Houston  KTRK-TV
  
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• UFC 247 live blog: Real-time updates from fight night in Houston - The Denver Post

  09-02-2020 00:00
  
  UFC 247 live blog: Real-time updates from fight night in Houston  The Denver Post
  
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