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Full sunshine Friday


January 24, 2020

There will be improvement in the weather Friday through the upcoming weekend. Highs will climb to around 60 on Saturday and into the lower 60s for Sunday. After a mostly sunny start to the weekend, clouds will begin to increase Saturday evening with rain chances returning late Saturday into Sunday morning. The weekend however, will not be a washout. Another …

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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants to change Texas Senate rules to benefit GOP if Dems win more seats in 2020


January 24, 2020

AUSTIN — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says that even if Democrats gain more seats in the Texas Senate, he’ll urge ruling Republicans to change rules to maintain control of the flow of legislation in the chamber next session. As long as Republicans retain a majority of the 31-member Senate, they should keep revising rules so Texas continues “leading on federalism,” …

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The Houston SaberCats will play at new Aveva Stadium for the 2020 season


January 24, 2020

Houston, TX (KTRK) — The Houston SaberCats 2020 season is here! The Houston SaberCats are an American professional rugby team, founded in 2017. The SaberCats are one of seven original teams of Major League Rugby (MLR). The MLR has expanded to nine teams in 2019 and will expand again in 2020 to 12 teams – or more. Since playing their first game …

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Earl Campbell tells story behind the No. 34


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The most iconic number in Houston sports is the number 34 which has been worn by legends Earl Campbell, Nolan Ryan and Hakeem Olajuwon. The trio will be together this weekend signing at the Pasadena Fairgrounds for a Fiterman Sports show. When Campbell got to the NFL, many people believed he would wear the number 20, …

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The listing for Renee Zellweger’s childhood home in Katy is live!


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Soon you’ll be able to have a taste of Hollywood in Katy. Academy Award winning Actress Renee Zellweger’s childhood home on Willow Lane is up for sale, and it’s already getting a lot of buzz. The listing for the fabulous home went live Thursday, and they are holding an open house Saturday January 25 from 1 …

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HCC night classes in welding spark job offers for students


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — With the new decade comes new concerns about the job market. This is why so many people are looking at professions in high demand such as welding. “A good welder can always find work,” said HCC instructor Kirt Wachtendorf. “A good welder is an artist. No doubt about it.” HCC is now offering night classes in …

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Portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama coming to Museum of Fine Arts, Houston


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama will be coming to Houston, or at least their portraits will. The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery has announced a five-city tour starting next year of the official portraits of the couple, and Houston is on the list. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, will host the …

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Blue soccer fields in EaDo are the only ones in the nation


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — HTX Sports Creek in EaDo is the only place in the country with, believe it or not, blue soccer fields! It’s fun for all ages and pet friendly too! If you want to get in a little practice or just want to be a spectator, these unique and colorful fields are attracting all types of fans. …

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State wants to certify Lamar HS murder suspect as adult


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A teenager who walked with a classmate when he was shot and killed near the Lamar High School campus is awaiting a court’s decision on whether she’ll be tried as an adult for murder. The teen, whose identity is being withheld because she is a juvenile, is accused of luring DeLindsey Mack and another girl outside …

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CrossFit at EaDo Fitness helps 59-year-old lose 34 lbs.


January 24, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The first time Matt Henry climbed a rope without knots, he was 59-years-old. He hasn’t forgotten it, because it was just a few months ago. “All the hard work and sweat and some pain,” he explained. “I don’t like to brag on myself, but I’m kind of proud of it.” Henry’s CrossFit journey started in May …

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