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ASTROS

Three major events — Freedom Over Texas, Houston Astros home games and FIFA festivities — are expected to bring tens of thousands of people downtown throughout the holiday weekend
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Houston’s Fourth of July guide: everything you need to know for America’s 250th celebration

Read full article: Houston’s Fourth of July guide: everything you need to know for America’s 250th celebration

Downtown Houston is bracing for a packed Fourth of July weekend as Freedom Over Texas, a full slate of Houston Astros home games at Daikin Park, and FIFA Fan Fest bring overlapping crowds into the same area. City leaders are urging people to plan ahead for road closures, heavy traffic, and long waits, and to consider METRO, rideshare, or carpooling to avoid getting stuck.

An aerial view of Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in the aftermath of back-to-back earthquakes. (Miguel Medina/Pool Photo via AP)

LIST: Places in Houston that are taking donations for Venezuela

Read full article: LIST: Places in Houston that are taking donations for Venezuela

Following a devastating earthquake in Venezuela, several Houston locations are collecting donations to aid victims. Donation sites include Daikin Park with the Houston Astros, Sharky’s Waterfront Grill and Chimichurri’s South American Grill, and 10th Planet Houston, each accepting various supplies. Monetary donations are also encouraged as the death toll rises. The community is urged to contribute and inform organizers of additional donation opportunities.

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena, center, turns a double play on New York Yankees' Alex Verdugo after forcing out Anthony Volpe (11) at second base as second baseman Jose Altuve (27) watches during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)

Astros place SS Jeremy Peña on 10-day IL with mild calf strain

Read full article: Astros place SS Jeremy Peña on 10-day IL with mild calf strain

Peña could miss 10 days or longer leading up to MLB All-Star break

Dozens of shirtless Houston Astros fans gather in a section of Daikin Park during a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 3, 2026, joining the viral "Tarps Off" movement that has spread across Major League Baseball.

What are these bare-chested guys doing at Astros games? The viral ‘Tarps Off’ movement, explained

Read full article: What are these bare-chested guys doing at Astros games? The viral ‘Tarps Off’ movement, explained

For generations, baseball fans have brought gloves, scorecards and rally towels to the ballpark. Now, some are bringing something else: absolutely no shirts.

TEXANS

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

The Tomball Cougars are looking to bring home their second title in three seasons.

Tomball baseball heads to third straight state title game with only one loss in 2026 season

Read full article: Tomball baseball heads to third straight state title game with only one loss in 2026 season

Over the past three seasons, Tomball has compiled an impressive 117-11 record while making three consecutive appearances in the UIL 6A State Championship game. Now, the Cougars are one win away from adding another title to their growing legacy.

Adrian Peterson Jr., Baines Middle School student, football, baseball and track standout and future Ridge Point High School athlete, is the son of retired All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson

Adrian Peterson Jr., incoming Ridge Point freshman phenom, son of NFL star Adrian Peterson: ‘I believe in the journey’

Read full article: Adrian Peterson Jr., incoming Ridge Point freshman phenom, son of NFL star Adrian Peterson: ‘I believe in the journey’

Adrian Peterson Jr., the son of Hall of Fame candidate running back Adrian Peterson, is a multi-sport star who is paving his own pathway as a standout middle school athlete and incoming Ridge Point High School student.

ROCKETS

Bruce Thornton poses for a photo with NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum after being selected by the New York Knicks in the second round of the NBA basketball draft Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Rockets trade up to land Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton in 2nd round

Read full article: Rockets trade up to land Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton in 2nd round

Thornton was an honorable mention All-American for the Buckeyes, shot 40% from distance and was OSU's all-time leading scorer.

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 1: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 of the Houston Rockets drives to the basket during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘Everyone’s disappointed’: Rockets held to season-low 78 points in Game 6 loss to Lakers to end 2025-26 season

Read full article: ‘Everyone’s disappointed’: Rockets held to season-low 78 points in Game 6 loss to Lakers to end 2025-26 season

With the entire season on the line, the Rockets laid an egg, scoring a season-low total points in a 98-78 beatdown.

COLLEGE SPORTS

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 21: Tramon Mark #12 of the Texas Longhorns attempts a shot while being guarded by Jalen Warley #8 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs during the second half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Moda Center on March 21, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

MARCH MADNESS TRACKER: 2 Texas teams escape first weekend of tournament

Read full article: MARCH MADNESS TRACKER: 2 Texas teams escape first weekend of tournament

We have the Houston Cougars continuing their dynastic March run as a No. 2 seed, a couple of mid-ranking contenders in Texas Tech and TCU, and three double-digit seeds looking to shock the world in Texas A&M, Texas, and SMU.

DYNAMO

MORE SPORTS HEADLINES

FILE - FIFA President Gianni Infantino, right, awards President Donald Trump with the FIFA Peace Prize during the draw for the 2026 soccer World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, Dec. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)

FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino

Read full article: FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino

U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday.

Naomi Osaka of Japan celebrates her victory against Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in their fourth round women's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Brian Inganga)

Naomi Osaka overpowers Aryna Sabalenka to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals

Read full article: Naomi Osaka overpowers Aryna Sabalenka to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals

Naomi Osaka outslugged top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6 (2) to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals for the first time.

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc of Monaco celebrates with his team after winning the British F1 Grand Prix, in Silverstone, England, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)

Leclerc ends wait for a win at British Grand Prix as F1 leader Antonelli hits more trouble

Read full article: Leclerc ends wait for a win at British Grand Prix as F1 leader Antonelli hits more trouble

Charles Leclerc took his first Formula 1 win in nearly two years at the British Grand Prix after standings leader Kimi Antonelli’s challenge was derailed by damage to his car.

Smoke drifts as Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch looks on after fireworks before a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Cubs fans sing `Take Me Home, Country Roads' during fog delay at Wrigley Field

Read full article: Cubs fans sing `Take Me Home, Country Roads' during fog delay at Wrigley Field

The St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs were delayed by fog at Wrigley Field for 15 minutes after the sixth inning Saturday night.

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes collects himself on the mound during the second inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Pittsburgh, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Skenes, Misiorowski, Ohtani all could miss All-Star mound appearances. 4 Dodgers elected to start

Read full article: Skenes, Misiorowski, Ohtani all could miss All-Star mound appearances. 4 Dodgers elected to start

Shohei Ohtani, Paul Skenes, and Jacob Misiorowski will miss All-Star Game mound appearances due to upcoming starts.

France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot the opening goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Paraguay and France in Philadelphia, Saturday, July 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay

Read full article: Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay

Kylian Mbappé scored his 19th career World Cup goal, and France survived stifling heat to beat Paraguay 1-0, sending Les Bleus into the quarterfinals for the fourth straight time.

Morocco's Azzedine Ounahi is thrown in the air by his teammates after the World Cup round of 16 soccer match against Canada in Houston, Saturday, July 4, 2026. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Morocco beats World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals

Read full article: Morocco beats World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals

Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup Round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once.

Serena Williams of the United States waits for the service of her rival Maya Joint of Australia in their first round women's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Maja Smiejkowska)
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Serena Williams' coach tells AP nerves and a closed roof were factors in Wimbledon loss

Read full article: Serena Williams' coach tells AP nerves and a closed roof were factors in Wimbledon loss

One of Serena Williams' coaches tells The Associated Press that it took some time for her to settle her nerves in her first singles match in nearly four years.

Serena Williams of the United States sits during a changeover in her first round women's singles match against Maya Joint of Australia, at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Maja Smiejkowska)
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Serena Williams withdraws from doubles match with sister Venus at Wimbledon due to injury

Read full article: Serena Williams withdraws from doubles match with sister Venus at Wimbledon due to injury

Serena Williams has withdrawn from her doubles match with sister Venus at Wimbledon due to a right knee injury.

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates winning the third round women's singles match against Iga Swiatek of Poland at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Saturday, July 4, 2026.(AP Photo/Maja Smiejkowska)
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Eala upsets Wimbledon champion Swiatek in historic win for Philippines, No. 2 seed Rybakina also out

Read full article: Eala upsets Wimbledon champion Swiatek in historic win for Philippines, No. 2 seed Rybakina also out

Iga Swiatek’s title defense at Wimbledon has ended in a straight-set third-round loss to 21-year-old Alexandra Eala who continues to make history for the Philippines.

Colombia's Jhon Arias (11) reacts after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Colombia and Ghana in Kansas City, Mo., Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
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Jhon Arias scores and Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16

Read full article: Jhon Arias scores and Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16

Jhon Arias scored in the opening minutes for Colombia, and Los Cafeteros held on the rest of the way for a 1-0 win over Ghana and a spot in the round of 16 of the World Cup.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws to the plate during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Friday, July 3, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game

Read full article: Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game

Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres with a right biceps issue.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) is scored on by Argentina's Lisandro Martinez during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
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Magical World Cup ride of Vozinha and Cape Verde ends after pushing Messi and Argentina to the brink

Read full article: Magical World Cup ride of Vozinha and Cape Verde ends after pushing Messi and Argentina to the brink

Vozinha's dream was for his mother to see him play at the World Cup, and he achieved that and more.

Players of Argentina celebrate after the World Cup round of 32 soccer match against Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
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Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thriller, advancing to World Cup Round of 16

Read full article: Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thriller, advancing to World Cup Round of 16

Lionel Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 on Friday and advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 in a thrilling match in which the tiny island nation challenged the reigning champion until the final minutes of extra time.