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HOUSTON, TX - JULY, 30: The Washington Nationals against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on July 30, 2025 in Houston, TX. (Photo by Rankin White/Houston Astros)

Daikin, Astros Foundation donate $55K for HVAC upgrades to Bayland Community Center in Harris County

Read full article: Daikin, Astros Foundation donate $55K for HVAC upgrades to Bayland Community Center in Harris County

With the Texas heat in full effect, Daikin and the Astros Foundation are launching a "Cooling Communities" initiative to help upgrade HVAC systems where they’re needed most. KPRC 2’s Andy Cerota previously spoke about the intense heat in that area.

BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 3: Pitcher Framber Valdez #59 of the Houston Astros heads back to the mound and Carlos Correa #1 walks back to third after they couldn't make a play on an infield hit by Abraham Toro #29 of the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning at Fenway Park on August 3, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo By Winslow Townson/Getty Images)

Struggles continue for Astros after eventful trade deadline

Read full article: Struggles continue for Astros after eventful trade deadline

Despite making moves at the MLB trade deadline to shore up an injury-riddled lineup, the Houston Astros’ woes continued in their first series with the new-look squad.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 23: Jesús Sánchez #7 of the Miami Marlins hits a two run home run during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at loanDepot park on July 23, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Astros acquire outfielder Jesús Sánchez from Marlins for package including pitcher Ryan Gusto

Read full article: Astros acquire outfielder Jesús Sánchez from Marlins for package including pitcher Ryan Gusto

The team announced it has acquired outfield Jesús Sánchez from the Miami Marlins.

TEXANS

Houston Texans' Tim Settle Jr. (98) celebrates after the Texans stopped the Los Angeles Chargers on third down during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
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How Texans’ Tim Settle Jr. is ‘bringing my sledgehammer, lunch pail’ to the trenches

Read full article: How Texans’ Tim Settle Jr. is ‘bringing my sledgehammer, lunch pail’ to the trenches

Texans defensive ta ckle heads into contract year with a serious mentality and a desire to, ideally, remain here long-term: 'I love Houston, they gave me a little more light on myself.'

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Iowa Colony wide receiver and track standout Jayden Warren announces college decision, committing to the University of Houston with his parents and coaches alongside him.

Why blue-chip receiver Jayden Warren chose UH football: ‘Amazing’ opportunity, family, education, optimism about Coogs

Read full article: Why blue-chip receiver Jayden Warren chose UH football: ‘Amazing’ opportunity, family, education, optimism about Coogs

University of Houston wide receiver commitment Jayden Warren details the recruiting process and his decision to play for the hometown Coogs

Steven Sims' annual youth football camp at Travis High School, with Jaylen Waddle, Tank Dell, Josh Kalu and Justin Allen.

‘Display my talents, can’t wait to bring big, explosive plays to Seattle,’ how Steven Sims Jr. joined Seahawks

Read full article: ‘Display my talents, can’t wait to bring big, explosive plays to Seattle,’ how Steven Sims Jr. joined Seahawks

Travis High graduate Steven Sims Jr. holds annual youth football camp, looking forward to season with Seattle Seahawks after playing for Texans previously

ROCKETS

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) shoots over Golden State Warriors center Quinten Post (21) during the second half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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NBA returns to NBC: Rockets visit Thunder in season opener as OKC hangs first championship banner in franchise history

Read full article: NBA returns to NBC: Rockets visit Thunder in season opener as OKC hangs first championship banner in franchise history

The NBA returns to NBC on October 21 with a Houston-focused opening night: the defending champion Thunder host the Rockets, featuring former stars Durant and Green. Later, Warriors face Lakers in a classic showdown. NBC and Peacock offer exclusive games all season, sparking Houston fans’ hopes for a new title on a network tied to their past championships.

CHARLOTTE, NC - APRIL 4: Josh Okogie #12 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on April 4, 2025 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

Rockets sign Josh Okogie to fill 15th roster spot

Read full article: Rockets sign Josh Okogie to fill 15th roster spot

The Houston Rockets have seemingly added their final piece of their 2025-26 roster.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Reed Sheppard #15 of the Houston Rockets handles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 13, 2025 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)

Reed Sheppard shows flashes despite rocky shooting numbers in NBA Summer League action

Read full article: Reed Sheppard shows flashes despite rocky shooting numbers in NBA Summer League action

The biggest story for the Houston Rockets heading into NBA 2K26 Summer League play was second-year guard Reed Sheppard, who was selected to play on the squad.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MAY 2: Fred VanVleet #5 of the Houston Rockets talks to the media after the game against the Golden State Warriors during Round 1 Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 2025 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Rockets guard Fred VanVleet named president of National Basketball Players Association

Read full article: Rockets guard Fred VanVleet named president of National Basketball Players Association

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has been named the new president of the National Basketball Players Association, the labor union representing the NBA’s players.

COLLEGE SPORTS

Iowa Colony wide receiver and track standout Jayden Warren announces college decision, committing to the University of Houston with his parents and coaches alongside him.

Why blue-chip receiver Jayden Warren chose UH football: ‘Amazing’ opportunity, family, education, optimism about Coogs

Read full article: Why blue-chip receiver Jayden Warren chose UH football: ‘Amazing’ opportunity, family, education, optimism about Coogs

University of Houston wide receiver commitment Jayden Warren details the recruiting process and his decision to play for the hometown Coogs

DYNAMO

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Detail of the Houston Dynamo FC jersey in the locker room prior to the MLS match between San Diego FC and Houston Dynamo FC at Snapdragon Stadium on July 05, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Cristobal Zelaya - Houston Dynamo FC/MLS via Getty Images)

Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Dash announce donation efforts for Hill Country floods

Read full article: Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Dash announce donation efforts for Hill Country floods

The two major soccer clubs in the Houston area have announced contributions to provide support to those impacted by the Hill Country floods.

MORE SPORTS HEADLINES

FILE - Then-LSU assistant coach Greg Heiar, center, shouts from the sideline during the team's NCAA men's college basketball tournament game against Yale in Jacksonville, Fla., March 21, 2019. ( AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton, File)
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New Mexico State settles with former basketball coach Greg Heiar in wrongful termination lawsuit

Read full article: New Mexico State settles with former basketball coach Greg Heiar in wrongful termination lawsuit

New Mexico State has reached a settlement with former men’s basketball coach Greg Heiar in a wrongful termination lawsuit.

Juli Inkster, of the United States, reacts towards the crowd after finishing the first hole during the first round of the LPGA Portland Classic golf tournament at Columbia Edgewater in Portland, Ore., Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Ali Gradischer)
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Juli Inkster wanted a tune-up for Senior Open. She nearly set an LPGA record

Read full article: Juli Inkster wanted a tune-up for Senior Open. She nearly set an LPGA record

Juli Inkster played her first LPGA event in three years to face competition before the U.S. Senior Women's Open next week.

Milwaukee Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski exits the game in the second inning of a baseball game Cincinnati Reds, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar)
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Rookie Jacob Misiorowski struggles in his return as Brewers aim for 13th straight win

Read full article: Rookie Jacob Misiorowski struggles in his return as Brewers aim for 13th straight win

Rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski lasted only 1 1/3 innings in the All-Star’s return to the Milwaukee Brewers after a stint on the injured list.

Los Angeles Sparks's Kelsey Plum, right, goes to the basket against Washington Mystics' Brittney Sykes during the second half of a WNBA All-Star basketball game, Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
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Kelsey Plum says she was joking about Caitlin Clark's team at All-Star Game

Read full article: Kelsey Plum says she was joking about Caitlin Clark's team at All-Star Game

Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum said she was joking when she made comments about Caitlin Clark and her team at the All-Star Game last month.

Irmo, S.C.'s Joe Giulietti pitches against Braintree, Mass., during the first inning of a baseball game at the Little League World Series, Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, in South Williamsport, Pa. (AP Photo/Jared Freed)
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Slugger leads South Carolina as blowouts are the rule in early days of Little League World Series

Read full article: Slugger leads South Carolina as blowouts are the rule in early days of Little League World Series

South Carolina snuck into the Little League World Series with a five-run rally over the defending champs.

FILE - Sebastin Muoz of Torque GC is seen on the putting green before the final round of LIV Golf Korea at Jack Nicklaus Golf Club on Sunday, May 4, 2025 in Incheon, South Korea. (Pedro Salado/LIV Golf via AP, File)
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Sebastian Munoz of Colombia shoots a 59, with a double bogey, at LIV Golf Indianapolis

Read full article: Sebastian Munoz of Colombia shoots a 59, with a double bogey, at LIV Golf Indianapolis

Sebastian Munoz has shot the third sub-60 score in LIV Golf history and is the first to post a 59 in a round that included a double bogey.

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah applauds at full time of the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Ian Hodgson)
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Late goals, Jota tributes and Semenyo racially abused as Liverpool wins Premier League opener

Read full article: Late goals, Jota tributes and Semenyo racially abused as Liverpool wins Premier League opener

Defending champion Liverpool has launched the Premier League with a dramatic 4-2 win over Bournemouth in an emotionally charged match at Anfield.

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) shoots over Golden State Warriors center Quinten Post (21) during the second half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
6 hours ago

NBA returns to NBC: Rockets visit Thunder in season opener as OKC hangs first championship banner in franchise history

Read full article: NBA returns to NBC: Rockets visit Thunder in season opener as OKC hangs first championship banner in franchise history

The NBA returns to NBC on October 21 with a Houston-focused opening night: the defending champion Thunder host the Rockets, featuring former stars Durant and Green. Later, Warriors face Lakers in a classic showdown. NBC and Peacock offer exclusive games all season, sparking Houston fans’ hopes for a new title on a network tied to their past championships.

Liverpool's manager Arne Slot, centre, talks to the referee during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Ian Hodgson)
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Liverpool-Bournemouth match paused after Semenyo subjected to racist abuse

Read full article: Liverpool-Bournemouth match paused after Semenyo subjected to racist abuse

The Premier League match between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield has been briefly stopped after Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo reported being racially abused by a spectator.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater watches during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
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Teddy Bridgewater is hoping to make the best of his NFL return amid high school coaching suspension

Read full article: Teddy Bridgewater is hoping to make the best of his NFL return amid high school coaching suspension

Teddy Bridgewater is back in the NFL, just a little earlier than the well-traveled quarterback would have preferred.

FILE - The block M logo for the University of Michigan is displayed at the school's NCAA college football stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich., Nov. 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
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NCAA fines Michigan millions, adds game suspension for Moore over sign-stealing scandal

Read full article: NCAA fines Michigan millions, adds game suspension for Moore over sign-stealing scandal

The NCAA has fined Michigan tens of millions of dollars and suspended coach Sherrone Moore for a third game over a sign-stealing scandal.

Houston Texans' Tim Settle Jr. (98) celebrates after the Texans stopped the Los Angeles Chargers on third down during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
17 hours ago

How Texans’ Tim Settle Jr. is ‘bringing my sledgehammer, lunch pail’ to the trenches

Read full article: How Texans’ Tim Settle Jr. is ‘bringing my sledgehammer, lunch pail’ to the trenches

Texans defensive ta ckle heads into contract year with a serious mentality and a desire to, ideally, remain here long-term: 'I love Houston, they gave me a little more light on myself.'

Juli Inkster, of the United States, hits off the second tee during the first round of the LPGA Portland Classic golf tournament at Columbia Edgewater in Portland, Ore., Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Ali Gradischer)
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Brooke Henderson back in contention in Portland Classic in bid to end long victory drought

Read full article: Brooke Henderson back in contention in Portland Classic in bid to end long victory drought

Two-time champion Brooke Henderson birdied all four par-5 holes for a 7-under 65 on Thursday in The Standard Portland Classic, leaving the slumping Canadian a stroke behind first-round leader Adela Cernousek.