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Houston's nicknames for its Krogers: an updated guide

Houston Mayor John Whitmire caused a stir earlier this month when he implied that a Kroger grocery store in one of the city's fanciest zip codes was unsafe. As discourse swirled online about the mayor's statements, numerous Houstonians also pointed out that the city's Krogers each have a unique vibe, along with a nickname. For example, the Kroger the mayor was referencing, at 1938 West Gray in the River Oaks Shopping Center, is often known as "MILF Kroger," for the spandex-clad River Oaks moms c...
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Houston rapper, producer Beatking dies at 39

Houston rapper and producer Beatking, known for working with artists including Ludacris, 2 Chainz, T-Pain, Three 6 Mafia, Bun B, Slim Thug and other Southern rappers, has died.

Houston rapper and producer Beatking, known for working with artists including Ludacris, 2 Chainz, T-Pain, Three 6 Mafia, Bun B, Slim Thug and other Southern rappers, has died.

Beatking's death was first reported by his longtime manager, Tasha Felder, on Instagram on Aug. 15. The artist, born Justin Riley, was 39. Accor...
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Houston's streets are about to meet a legendary Formula One driver

Legendary Formula One driver David Coulthard has been announced as the man behind the wheel during Red Bull's F1 Showrun event, coming to Downtown's Discovery Green next month.

Legendary Formula One driver David Coulthard has been announced as the man behind the wheel during Red Bull's F1 Showrun event, coming to Downtown's Discovery Green next month.

Coulthard, also known as DC, is a well-known face for anyone familiar with F1 racing. He competed for 15 seasons, first as a driver for McLaren,...
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Another Houstonian is vying for love on TV

Last night, Grant Ellis was announced as the star for The Bachelor's 29th season, set to air in 2025. Ellis is only the second Black star of the show, following in the footsteps of season 25's Matt James, according to People magazine.

Last night, Grant Ellis was announced as the star for The Bachelor's 29th season, set to air in 2025. Ellis is only the second Black star of the show, following in the footsteps of season 25's Matt James, according to People magazine.

The announcement came on the...
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Tickets for Houston's Nutcracker Market now on sale

It may still be in the high 90s outside, but fans of the winter holidays now have something to look forward to: Tickets for the Nutcracker Market, Houston's annual holiday equivalent to a European-style Christmas market, officially went on sale Monday.

It may still be in the high 90s outside, but fans of the winter holidays now have something to look forward to: Tickets for the Nutcracker Market, Houston's annual holiday equivalent to a European-style Christmas market, officially went on sale M...
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Houston museums struggle to reopen after Hurricane Beryl

HCCC appears to have been hit the hardest. Leila Cartier, the museum's director, said the organization's flood insurance claim for Beryl was denied. This comes after the museum lost power and was closed for a handful of days due to the May derecho, and due to a subsequent summer thunderstorm that blew out power a week later. "I would even say sometimes on a sunny day, our transformer would blow," Cartier said. "You'd be in the building and the transformer would just explode. And that was it. We'...
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How a Houston ex-cult member processed his trauma—with balloon art

The project, titled "Out Of The Strong, Something Sweet," is the work of Houston's DJ Morrow. The show delves into Morrow's experiences growing up in The Family International cult, formerly known as The Children of God. Morrow knows balloons seem like an odd medium for such an exhibit. But his background as a balloon twister actually stems from his childhood in the cult, which was founded by his great-grandfather David Berg in the 1960s.

The project, titled "Out Of The Strong, Something Sweet,"...
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Chip and Joanna Gaines are facing a lawsuit over their Waco castle

The lawsuit seeks more than $40,000 in back taxes on the building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The suit was filed by the City of Waco and the Waco Independent School District, according to news station KWTX.

The lawsuit seeks more than $40,000 in back taxes on the building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The suit was filed by the City of Waco and the Waco Independent School District, according to news station KWTX.

According to the lawsuit, the...
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Meow Wolf's Houston location will have 'interdimensional' bar inside

Immersive art experience Meow Wolf Houston has yet to announce the theme for its new Houston location, opening later this year, but we now know a little more about one aspect of the installation.

Immersive art experience Meow Wolf Houston has yet to announce the theme for its new Houston location, opening later this year, but we now know a little more about one aspect of the installation.

Meow Wolf Houston will include a "surreal dive bar in the afterlife" called Cowboix Hevvven, which will se...
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Simone Biles' wedding led to surge of requests for this Houston courthouse

Simone Biles, who has at least several gymnastic skills named after her, isn't just setting trends on the balance beam or vault. The Olympian's courthouse wedding last year to football player Jonathan Owens has led to a huge uptick in requests from couples wanting to get married at Houston's Harris County Courthouse.

Simone Biles, who has at least several gymnastic skills named after her, isn't just setting trends on the balance beam or vault. The Olympian's courthouse wedding last year to foot...
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Where to go in Houston to slow down and enjoy a moment of silence

Even in a city as vast and interesting as Houston, sometimes people need a place to slow down, contemplate life, and enjoy a moment of silence. The good news is that, for all its hustle and bustle, the Bayou City also offers plenty of spaces to take a break and spend some time alone.

Even in a city as vast and interesting as Houston, sometimes people need a place to slow down, contemplate life, and enjoy a moment of silence. The good news is that, for all its hustle and bustle, the Bayou City a...
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This Texas city is now a part of the 'SpongeBob Squarepants' canon

Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, which begins streaming on Netflix Aug. 2, follows Sandy and Spongebob as they embark on a cross-country roadtrip to save Bikini Bottom (Spongebob's home) from an evil CEO who wants to clone every sea creature and turn them into pets. The destination for that road trip? The beaches of Galveston.

Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, which begins streaming on Netflix Aug. 2, follows Sandy and Spongebob as they embark on a cross-country roadtri...
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Simone Biles sported some extra bling at the Olympics

In Paris on Thursday, following her gold medal-winning performance in the women's all-around gymnastics competition, Texan Simone Biles showed off another piece of hardware—a diamond-encrusted G.O.A.T. pendant, signifying her status as the greatest gymnast, and one of the greatest athletes, of all time.

In Paris on Thursday, following her gold medal-winning performance in the women's all-around gymnastics competition, Texan Simone Biles showed off another piece of hardware—a diamond-encrusted G...
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Houston's punny attorney team facing legal battle—against each other

Anthony Pusch, one half of the Pusch and Nguyen Law Firm known for its ubiquitous, punny "We Push, You Win" billboards, is suing his business partner Chi-Hung "David" Nguyen for breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and other allegations. The lawsuit also asks that the court issue a judicial order dissolving the duo's business partnership.

Anthony Pusch, one half of the Pusch and Nguyen Law Firm known for its ubiquitous, punny "We Push, You Win" billboards, is suing his business partner...
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PepsiCo sued for defamation over Flamin' Hot Cheetos origin story

The former Frito-Lay employee who claims he invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos has sued PepsiCo for defamation after the cola giant allegedly called into question the origin story behind the spicy snack.

The former Frito-Lay employee who claims he invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos has sued PepsiCo for defamation after the cola giant allegedly called into question the origin story behind the spicy snack.

For years, Richard Montañez's claims have been lauded as a rags-to-riches feel-good tale, and, thanks...
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Houston origami master will attempt to break world record

A longtime origami master will be attempting to build a 6-foot-tall paper dragon in Houston this weekend, in an attempt to break a world record. The attempt will also be part of the city's first Houston International Origami and Arts Festival (HIOAF), taking place Aug. 3–4 at PlazAmericas in Bellaire.

A longtime origami master will be attempting to build a 6-foot-tall paper dragon in Houston this weekend, in an attempt to break a world record. The attempt will also be part of the city's first H...
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Meta must pay 1.4B settlement to Texas over Facebook tagging

Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has agreed to pay the state $1.4 billion over five years to settle the lawsuit, according to a statement released by Paxton's office today.

Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has agreed to pay the state $1.4 billion over five years to settle the lawsuit, according to a statement released by Paxton's office today.

"This settlement is the largest ever obtained from an action brought by a single state," the AG's statement reads. "...
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Metal band that wowed at Olympics heads to Houston this fall

Gojira, the French heavy metal band that wowed audiences worldwide with their performance during the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony, will hit Houston later this year.

Gojira, the French heavy metal band that wowed audiences worldwide with their performance during the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony, will hit Houston later this year.

The band will play the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands on Oct. 20. They'll be opening for nu metal legends Korn, alongside Canadian m...
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Did Drake really get 'Not Like Us' banned from Houston clubs?

According to social media, Drake, who has long touted his ties to Houston and recently bought a ranch in Chappell Hill, has managed to get Lamar's scathing diss track, "Not Like Us," banned from Houston DJ booths. But is the rumor true?

According to social media, Drake, who has long touted his ties to Houston and recently bought a ranch in Chappell Hill, has managed to get Lamar's scathing diss track, "Not Like Us," banned from Houston DJ booths. But is the rumor true?

When people in her comme...
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Wildly popular puppy yoga concept plans expansion to Houston

Called Puppysphere, the company is currently hiring for full time "experience managers" in Texas, according to a post on LinkedIn. According to the listing, Puppysphere focuses on puppy "therapy and yoga experiences", which include yoga classes where humans practice alongside tiny dogs. "In this pivotal managerial role, you will play an integral part in launching our Houston HQ and other studios around Texas and orchestrating our captivating puppy-centric events throughout your city," the job li...
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Queer teens come from 90 minutes away for this Houston experience

In a time where queer teenagers are under attack—from school boards threatening to out them to doctors leaking their medical records—the Contemporary Arts Museum of Houston hopes to create a safe space where kids can imagine a better future.

In a time where queer teenagers are under attack—from school boards threatening to out them to doctors leaking their medical records—the Contemporary Arts Museum of Houston hopes to create a safe space where kids can imagine a better future.

The CAMH will...
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Tony Buzbee sues singer Chris Brown over Fort Worth concert assaults

The lawsuit, which was filed July 22, lays out a bizarre and violent series of events that followed Brown's two-night stint at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth July 19 and 20. The suit was filed in Harris County, though it's unclear why since the incident took place in Tarrant County. The initial petition is restricted from public view, but many supporting documents are accessible on the Harris County Courts website.

The lawsuit, which was filed July 22, lays out a bizarre and violent series of...
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RodeoHouston 2025 season tickets go on sale next week

Heads up, rodeo fans. The first round of tickets for the 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are set to go on sale next week.

Heads up, rodeo fans. The first round of tickets for the 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are set to go on sale next week.

RodeoHouston announced Thursday that season tickets for the 2025 event will be available starting Aug. 1 at 10 a.m. The ticket packages, which start at $500 plus service fees, will include access to rodeo grounds, all rodeo events and all 20...
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Heavy rain in Hill Country raises water levels on drought-weary lakes

Planning a late summer vacation to the Texas Hill Country? Here's some good news: heavy rains in the area this week have somewhat helped replenish water levels along the Highland Lakes chain, which includes Lake Travis, Lake Buchanan and Lake LBJ.

Planning a late summer vacation to the Texas Hill Country? Here's some good news: heavy rains in the area this week have somewhat helped replenish water levels along the Highland Lakes chain, which includes Lake Travis, Lake Buchanan and Lake LBJ.

Th...
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