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Houston stars host free giveaway
16+ hour, 41+ min ago (72+ words) Thousands of Houston-area families packed the parking lot outside Johnny Dang & Co. Sunday for an annual back-to-school block party aimed at making sure students have the supplies — and encouragement — they need before heading back to class. Thousands of Houston-area families…...
Acclaimed Houston restaurant Late August ends dining service
13+ hour, 53+ min ago (277+ words) One of Houston's first restaurants on the Texas Michelin Guide is shutting down after a two-year run. Lucille's Hospitality Group announced Monday that Late August at The Ion development has ended regular dining service, but it's not going away entirely....
Texas barbecue fans rally for joint set to close for good after 9 years
18+ hour, 2+ min ago (232+ words) One week has passed since another beloved Texas barbecue joint announced it will be closing for good in the next few weeks. Brotherton's Black Iron Barbecue, the creation of late pitmaster John Brotherton, is shutting down after nine years in…...
Guardian Fire Services Completes Acquisition of Houston Fire & Security
21+ hour, 39+ min ago (178+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Fire Services, a national leader in fire and life safety services, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Houston Fire & Security, a provider of commercial fire protection and security systems and services…...
In Houston comic book stores, nerds find stories and community
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (601+ words) Houston's Third Planet Comics is celebrating its 50 year anniversary in September. (Jamil David/Chron) Having a space that provides something for everyone was the founding principle of the shop, according to owner TJ Johnson. Johnson says that when the store…...
SEC coaches are worried about Texas QB Arch Manning
20+ hour, 11+ min ago (282+ words) Aug 10, 2026 at 12:23 PM EDT Arch Manning could be a problem for the SEC this fall. The Texas quarterback entered the 2025 campaign as one of the most-hyped prospects in college football since at least Trevor Lawrence. Manning's debut against Ohio State…...
Texas Man Arrested After Ranting About Age Verification Laws Blocking His Anime
20+ hour, 19+ min ago (1050+ words) "Unlock my fucking anime," a Texas man told authorities in an expletive-laden rant last month. He now faces criminal charges. The man called the office of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on July 25, apparently upset that he was being blocked from…...
Group 1 Toyota Southwest Houston Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of Newly Renovated Dealership With Ribbon Cutting
23+ hour, 30+ min ago (171+ words) International-themed evening event on Aug. 11 will mark the completion of a dealership-wide renovation with food, entertainment and remarks from Group 1 Automotive leadership The event runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and opens with a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the dealership's grand re-opening. Guests can…...
Houston storms could disrupt the first day of school. Here's Monday's timeline
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (534+ words) Houston students are heading back to class Monday - and thunderstorms could complicate the first-day routine. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop as deep tropical moisture hangs over Southeast Texas. Most storms should arrive during the daytime, making the…...
Houston Theater Week returns with BOGO ticket deals on nearly 400 performances
1+ day, 34+ min ago (275+ words) From Shakespeare and opera to ballet and family-friendly productions, Houston Theater Week returns Aug. 24-30 with buy-one-get-one-free ticket deals for the upcoming 2026-27 performing arts season. The annual promotion includes nearly 400 performances from 21 local performing arts organizations. Since launching in 2022, Houston Theater…...