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Pappadeaux kitchen accident forces evacuation of George R. Brown Convention Center

abc13.com (News) 7/19 4:07P

A group of high school AP teachers were forced to evacuate from Houston's George R. Brown Convention Center after fire alarms were set off.

New plans for old Spaghetti Warehouse make it 'floodable'

KHOU.com (Local News) 7/19 2:08P

The old Spaghetti Warehouse in downtown Houston was destroyed by Hurricane Harvey's flooding. The new owners want to renovate with future flooding in mind. New plans obtained...

SaberCats, city to break ground on new AVEVA Stadium late July

KHOU.com (Local News) 7/19 7:47A

The Houston SaberCats, of Major League Rugby, and the city will be breaking ground on a world class rugby and multi-sport complex within the existing Houston Sports Park...

Pet of the week Zydeco sounds off on the Astros entrance music

CultureMap Houston (City Life) 7/19 7:45A Ken Hoffman

Name: Zydeco, like the Cajun music style, and groups named Buckwheat Zydeco, Zydeco Dots, and Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience. Please feel free to change my name. (In fact, I'm on my four...

NEVER SETTLE: Astros take home 2018 ESPY award for Best Team

abc13.com (News) 7/19 4:22A

The Houston Astros are adding another piece of hardware to their trophy case, this time for being the Best Team in 2017.

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Summer internships at HISD help students determine possible careers

Houston ISD (News) 7/18 9:55A HISD Communications

HISD hired nearly two dozen interns for its 2018 Summer Leadership Program, exposing students to possible careers and skills employers demand in an increasingly technological workforce. The students...

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Cole Tames the Tigers: Houston Astros defeat the Detroit Tigers in convincing fashion

Houston Style Magazine (Houston) 7/17 6:55A Brian Barefield

Houston -- Gerrit Cole (10-2) made a resounding return from the bereavement list going 5 2/3 innings and only allowing 1 earned run in the Astros victory over the Detroit...

World-Premiere Of Apollo 13 With Live Orchestra For One-Night Only Featuring Lunar Pre-Concert...

The Katy News (Arts/Entertainment) 7/17 6:13A pat.wilson

July 21, 2018 High resolution images here . HOUSTON (July 16, 2018) – For one-night only, the Houston Symphony brings the world-premiere performance of the Academy Award-nominated film Apollo 13...

Houston Symphony Presents All-Beethoven Concert This Summer At Jones Hall

The Katy News (Arts/Entertainment) 7/16 7:19A pat.wilson

HOUSTON (July 13, 2018) – American conductor Aram Demirjian makes his Houston Symphony debut for the one-night only, all-Beethoven program Friday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m., part of the Bank of America...

ASTROS BABY! Justin Verlander, Kate Upton are pregnant

KHOU.com (Entertainment) 7/14 2:05P

The model announced her pregnancy on Instagram Saturday morning. She posted a picture of her in Miami with the caption #PregnantinMiami.

Related: Supermodel Kate Upton announces baby on the way CultureMap Houston (Society)

Big crowds at Minute Maid Park

The Baytown Sun (Opinion) 7/12 7:00P Lanny Griffith

The Astros keep packing in the crowds at Minute Maid Park.

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Chic Houston style summit showcases fashion, beauty, and influencers

CultureMap Houston (Fashion) 7/19 10:28A Holly Beretto

Fashionistas, fashion lovers, lifestyle gurus, Pintrest and Insta superstars: If you're looking for something for your weekend social calendar, the Create & Cultivate Style Summit is a perfect fit....

Summer Outfit Inspiration: Embroidered Chambray Romper + HUGE Giveaway

Whatever Is Lovely 7/19 7:08A Lynne Gabriel

I'm really panicking internally that summer is almost about to be over. Although we have longer warmer days here in Texas, it sure does get cold too. I'm a winter baby and am not thrilled that my...

The One-of-a-Kind Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Starts Friday, July 20

Houston Style Magazine (Fashion) 7/17 7:03A Style Magazine Newswire

Mark your calendars for the one-of-a-kind Nordstrom Anniversary Sale launching this Friday, July 20 in the U.S. and Canada. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the retailer’s...

9 most indulgent Houston day spas to relax, recharge, and repeat

CultureMap Houston (Fashion) 7/17 4:36A Jayme Lamm

It's time to capitalize on a sweeping trend: more self-care. That means finding spa treatments and unique massages that fit your schedule and your needs. Luckily, Houston isn't lacking in luxury spas...

The Ultimate List of Blogger / Influencer Networks, PR Firms & Digital Marketing Companies,...

Whatever Is Lovely 7/16 3:18A Lynne Gabriel

Are you a blogger? Would you like to get connected with hundreds of name brands and get more paid projects? How about more free products for review, get on all-expenses paid travel and get paid to...

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SaberCats, city to break ground on new AVEVA Stadium late July

KHOU.com (Sports) 7/19 7:47A

The Houston SaberCats, of Major League Rugby, and the city will be breaking ground on a world class rugby and multi-sport complex within the existing Houston Sports Park...

Cole pitches into 6th inning, Astros hit 3 homers in 9-1 win

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 7/14 2:31P

HOUSTON (AP) — Gerrit Cole wasn't as dominant as he has been throughout the first part of the season. He didn't need to be.

Related: Cole pitches into 6th inning, 3 Astros homer in 9-1 win Fort Bend Herald (Sports)

Morton added to AL All-Star roster

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 7/13 12:50P By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writ

HOUSTON (AP) — Houston right-hander Charlie Morton was added to the American League All-Star team on Friday, giving the Astros a major league-leading six players in next...

Canha's two-run single helps A's rally past Astros 6-4

KHOU.com (Astros) 7/12 2:54P

Houston's Charlie Morton allowed six hits and three runs in 4 1/3 innings.

Astros beat A's 6-5 on bizarre play in 11th inning

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 7/10 8:14P By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writ

HOUSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman agreed when someone called the final play on Tuesday night in Houston a circus. Oakland catcher Jonathan Lucroy described it as a big zoo.

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2003 Wichita St, Houston, TX 77004, $451,449 3 beds, 3 baths

Trulia (Downtown Houston) 7/18 9:00P

2280 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths, townhouse in Houston, TX - Macgregor

Striking new downtown tower reimagines old Houston Chronicle building

CultureMap Houston (Real Estate) 7/18 5:31A Steven Devadanam

There's a new story for the old Houston Chronicle building in downtown Houston. Hines, the Houston-based, international real estate juggernaut, has announced that it is beginning construction of a...