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There's no bigger city in Texas. Houston was established in the 1820s, the first settlement being Harrisburg. General Santa Anna's Mexican Army destroyed the settlement in 1836, as part of his ongoing battles with Sam Houston, and the Texas Army. Santa Anna was taken after the Battle of San Jacinto, just outside the old settlement, just a few days later, and Texas was free.
Houston offers everything from breathtaking museum exhibits to vibrant downtown entertainment. Explore the wonder of space or spend the day shopping to your heart’s content.
Visitors may find it hard to choose among all the great stuff Houston offers. From moon rocks to nature walks, thrill rides to historic sites, cuddly koalas to racing dogs, there’s something fun to see and do for everyone in the family.
Rising prices led Tyler man to grow his own pot Houston Chronicle Tyler, Texas — A Tyler man accused of growing marijuana in an alleged cost-saving move is jailed on felony possession charges. Bond is $15,000 for 55-year-old John Daniel Miller III, who...
Former Gov. White may join race for Houston mayor Houston Chronicle Former Texas Gov. Mark White, shown in this 2007 photo, said Tuesday he is considering whether to join the race for the mayor of Houston.
Cooper loads up on lefties vs. Sheets Houston Astros Watch the Astros on - Astros manager Cecil Cooper knew Miguel Tejada wasn't going to be happy with him as soon as the shortstop took a look at the lineup card on Tuesday and saw his...
Prosecutors checking cases linked to fired Harris deputy Houston Chronicle Harris County prosecutors are checking cases handled by a former deputy constable now accused of robbing drug dealers. Terrence Richardson, 36, is charged with aggravated robbery and engaging in...
McCarthy to rejoin rotation Saturday Texas Rangers ... amp;That was the wrong place at the wrong time," McCarthy said. "[Third-base coach Matt] Walbeck had a glove and needed somebody to take throws at second base." But the Rangers are hoping McCarthy...
Man facing drug charges found hanged in E. Texas jail Houston Chronicle Kilgore, Texas — Texas Rangers will help investigate the death of a Kilgore City Jail inmate. The Department of Public Safety says 22-year-old William Ray Parker was found hanged Tuesday....
4 convicted in $15 million loan scheme in Houston Examiner Four people have pleaded guilty to an elaborate mortgage fraud scheme that involved millions of dollars in illegally obtained loan proceeds, federal prosecutors said Tuesday.The loans totaling more...
Deputy Constable Charged With Felony Theft Click 2 Houston A man who was supposed to uphold the law is accused of breaking it, KPRC local 2 reported Monday.Terrance Richardson worked as a Harris County Precinct 4 deputy constable for two years...
UH-Downtown seeks own identity; considers name change Houston Chronicle Saying the University of Houston-Downtown needs its own identity, school leaders on Tuesday began the process of changing the school's name. "UH-Downtown has undergone a dramatic transformation ......
Paulino has bursitis in shoulder Houston Astros Shop for official Astros merchandise - Astros right-hander Felipe Paulino was diagnosed with bursitis in his throwing shoulder after being examined by team medical director David Lintner...
Woman Shot During Fight Over Purse In Driveway Click 2 Houston A woman was shot when a man tried to steal her purse in front of her northeast Harris County home, KPRC Local 2 reported.Harris County sheriff's deputies said a man approached the woman in...
Tuition troubles at Prairie View A&M ABC 13 With the new school year almost here, dozens of students at Prairie View A&M University are facing tuition troubles. A new policy has left students in the lurch...
Perry supports school district Houston Chronicle Austin — Gov. Rick Perry said Monday that local school districts should be able to decide whether to allow concealed weapons on their campuses. "I'm pretty much a fan that if you've been...
West U. Challengers headed to Pennsylvania ABC 13 The Lamar Little Leaguers in Richmond just missed out on playing in this year's Little League World Series. The area, though, will be represented this weekend and it's by a group...
State looks into Houston company after bus fire near Dallas Houston Chronicle Texas transportation officials are investigating whether a Houston bus that caught fire near Dallas today was legally operating in Texas. The Texas Department of Transportation has no safety...
Abolish Texas home dispute agency, state group urges Houston Chronicle Duane Waddill, executive director of the Texas Residential Construction Commission, says the agency has helped hundreds of homeowners resolve disputes without needing to take court action.
Classical Music Is Houston NPR 2008 - Education and musicians in residence fuel a robust contemporary classical scene in Houston, Texas. Groups such as Da Camera and Musiqa put on free shows in unexpected places like...
Anderson still has something to prove Examiner New Orleans .Anderson hopes he's already done enough to make the team, but he sets out to prove something to Kubiak every day anyway."You've got to make sure you don't mess up any routes," he said....
Police Officer Shoots Sword-Wielding Man Click 2 Houston A Houston police officer shot a man armed with a sword, KPRC Local 2 reported.Houston police said they were called to a home in the 3300 block of Hastings Street near Findlay Street at...
Appeals court turns down store clerk killer Examiner New Orleans -based appeals court rejected all 15 claims filed by Thompson's lawyers, who were seeking what's known as a certificate of appealability to allow them to move forward with their...
Deputy Accused Of Stealing From Criminals Click 2 Houston A deputy was accused of stealing from criminals he should have been arresting, KPRC Local 2 reported Tuesday.Harris County Precinct 4 Deputy Terrence Richardson was charged with theft as a...
Firefighters Launch Campaign For Help Click 2 Houston The Fire Fighters Foundation of Houston launched its "Help Us, Help You" media campaign on Tuesday, reaching out to the community.Chief Phil Boriskie said, "the foundation is trying to...
Man Sentenced To Jail For Child Porn Click 2 Houston A Houston man has been sentenced for possessing child pornography, KPRC Local 2 reported Tuesday.Olen Allen Curry, 43, pleaded guilty in February to searching for child porn images on the...
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