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Uvalde shooting survivor says gunman played music, told teacher 'goodnight' before killing her...

Houston Chron.com 5/27 10:50A Dan Carson

A survivor of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary recounted terrifying events inside the classroom on Tuesday.

'They could've been shot': DPS official explains why police waited to confront Uvalde shooter

Houston Chron.com 5/27 10:35A Ariana Garcia

"If they proceeded any further not knowing where the suspect was at, they could've been shot, they could've been killed," Texas DPS Lt. Chris Olivarez told CNN.

Take Care of your Mental Health

Houston Public Media 5/27 4:00A Doug Mueller

Six self-care tips

Greg Abbott cancels in-person NRA convention appearance in wake of Uvalde mass shooting

Houston Public Media 5/27 2:15A Andrew Zhang, Texas Tribune

The Republican governor will still be seen in pre-recorded remarks at the organization’s annual meeting, which begins Friday in Houston.

Protests planned as NRA convention arrives in Houston (May 27, 2022)

Houston Public Media 5/27 2:00A Michael Hagerty

On Friday's show: Protests are planned this weekend as the National Rifle Association's annual convention takes place in Houston just days after the school shooting in Uvalde....

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HISD Athletics to host free summer camps for students

Houston ISD (News) 5/26 3:30A HISD Communications

The HISD Athletics Department is hosting a multiple-sport, four-week summer camp. The camp will be free for all HISD students Grades 6-12. The school district’s coaches will...

Yates High School seniors receive scholarships from Roland Martin

Houston ISD (News) 5/23 3:18A HISD Communications

Famed TV journalist and commentator Roland Martin visited Yates High School Friday morning, providing scholarships to three seniors. Martin is a member of the Yates Class of 1987 and hosts Roland...

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Top Gun: Maverick cruises past summer blockbusters with need for speed

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 5/26 10:12A Alex Bentley

So many different movie and TV properties from the 1980s have been rebooted or reimagined over the years that it's a wonder the decade still has anything to offer. But when Top Gun: Maverick, the...

Kick Off Pride Month in Houston with Urban South

Houston Style Magazine (Houston) 5/26 6:02A Style Magazine Newswire

Urban South - HTX is kicking off Pride Month with a party at its Sawyer Yards taproom on Saturday, June 4. From 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. CST, the brewery will celebrate with live...

Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 5/26 1:00A Craig D. Lindsey

This weekend offers plenty of opportunities to get your drink on, with a cocktail showdown, wine event at the Post Oak Hotel, and a non-alcoholic wine dinner. Work out a brewery, catch the symphony...

Texas troubadour Robert Earl Keen storms into Houston on final tour

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 5/25 4:48A Hannah J. Phillips

The road, it seems, does not go on forever, and the party -- at least the live one -- is wrapping up for legendary Texas songwriter Robert Earl Keen. In January 2022, the he announced his decision in...

UH stages marvelously monstrous musical with can't-miss killer plant

Culturemap Houston Arts 5/24 8:20A Holly Beretto

In a first-ever, full-scale collaboration between the University of Houston's students and faculty from its Moores School of Music and the School of Theatre & Dance, the university presents the...

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North downtown brewpub's new owners craft new menu and fun events

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/26 8:20A Eric Sandler

A Houston brewpub has new ownership. Local Group Brewing has been acquired by Distincture Hospitality, a new group created by three craft beer enthusiasts. Initially opened in February 2020 just...

Meet the mastermind behind 3 Heights hotspots, plus latest food news

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/26 5:15A CultureMap Staff

On this week's episode of "What's Eric Eating," restaurateur Brian Doke joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss his career. After working alongside his brother at Tiny Boxwoods, Doke went...

Houston's best restaurant, chef, more star in 2022 Tastemaker Awards

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/25 4:47P Eric Sandler

Presenting the winners of the 2022 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards. This collection of restaurant industry professionals represents the best of Houston's dining scene. As a reminder, our judges' panel of...

Related: Houston's 11 best chefs showcase city's world-class + diverse dining Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars

Houston's oldest family-owned grocery store announces imminent end

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 5/25 9:22A Eric Sandler

Houston's oldest family-owned grocery store will soon close its doors. Rice Epicurean Market announced it will close its remaining location in Briargrove at the end of July. Located at 2020 Fountain...

The Inside Scoop on a Top Chef Taping

Houston Food Finder 5/24 7:29A Ryan Kasey Baker

Ever wonder what it’s like to be a guest during the controlled mayhem of Bravo s long-running cooking competition show, Top Chef ? As a writer for Houston Food Finder, I had the good fortune of being...

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Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint Review

Color and Chic 5/24 10:28A Quincy

Part of my job is sharing the best beauty products on the market with you, and after testing countless foundations, the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint remains one of my holy grail. It’s basically a...

Texas jewelry star Kendra Scott debuts dazzling new engagement rings

Culturemap Houston Fashion 5/24 6:47A Hannah J. Phillips

Already a go-to for wedding jewelry essentials, Austin-based Kendra Scott is expanding into a new category with the introduction of The Engagement Collection by Kendra Scott. This launch is the second...

Business Casual Attire for Women

Color and Chic 5/19 1:14P Quincy

A lot has changed since early 2020, including the standards for workwear. If you’re not already back in the office, you likely will be soon, which is why I wanted to do a business casual attire for...

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A Rockets Trade Scenario with every Lottery Team

Houston Rockets 5/25 6:39A Clutch

The 2022 NBA Draft is less than a month away and the Rockets, holding picks #3 and #17, are likely burning up the phone lines to understand their trade options. Houston is likely fine to take...

Podcast: Is Paolo Banchero in Houston’s future?

Houston Rockets 5/22 11:51A Dave Hardisty

The Rockets had the worst record in the league in 2021-22 but ever since the NBA changed the lottery odds in 2019, that just doesn t mean as much for your chances of getting...

Houston-based app aims to score with golfers of all skill levels

Culturemap Houston Sports 5/19 8:22A CultureMap Create

The game of golf got its start in 15th century Scotland, but a 21st-century app can help you show off new and improved skills on your favorite courses in Houston and beyond. Golf Live gives instant...

Rockets will pick third in the 2022 NBA Draft

Houston Rockets 5/17 8:35A Clutch

From the end of the season to the lottery has felt like an eternity, but we now know where the Houston Rockets will be picking. The Rockets will pick 3rd in the 2022 NBA Draft...

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Hillwood Communities to build third Houston-area master-planned community

Houston Agent Magazine 5/27 12:02A Lindsey Wells

Residential real estate developer Hillwood Communities recently announced the acquisition of 540 acres of land for its third Houston-area master-planned community. The new...

Houston-area housing payments up nearly 50% from last year

Houston Agent Magazine 5/27 12:00A Lindsey Wells

Soaring home prices and markedly diminished inventory are suppressing housing affordability for many nationwide who are simultaneously dealing with a third roadblock: sharp...

Pending-home sales fall to 10-year low

Houston Agent Magazine 5/26 10:40A John Yellig

Pending-home sales fell for the sixth month in a row in April, hitting their slowest pace in almost a decade, as rising mortgage rates and home prices increased the cost of a home purchase by 40% from...

Haute Houstonians toast luxe new high-rise's artsy ambassador

Culturemap Houston Real Estate 5/26 9:00A CultureMap Create

As all of Houston eagerly awaits the arrival of its newest luxury high-rise, the Residences at The Allen, a major step has been made with regards to its design. Adrian Dueñas, CEO and partner of...

Orchard pilots cash-offer program for first-time buyers

Houston Agent Magazine 5/26 12:00A Lindsey Wells

Real estate startup Orchard recently launched a program designed to provide first-time buyers a competitive advantage when placing an offer on a home. The program, Buy with...

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