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Houston’s iconic Astrodome will return not just as an entertainment venue space
Read full article: Houston’s iconic Astrodome will return not just as an entertainment venue spaceThe Astrodome Conservancy revealed plans to bring the historic landmark back to life with revenue-generated structures: a space for tenants, offices, and hotels. It also included an arena, event, and entertainment venue space along with an area for food and beverages.
Houston cracks down on illegal pedicabs, towing begins October
Read full article: Houston cracks down on illegal pedicabs, towing begins OctoberHouston will start towing and impounding non-permitted pedicabs on October 1 due to safety concerns and complaints from major venues like NRG Park and Minute Maid Park.
Officials lay out timeline for repair of roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG Stadium
Read full article: Officials lay out timeline for repair of roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG StadiumHurricane Beryl led to two roof panels being damaged at NRG Stadium. Officials are now laying out a timeline of when the work will be done to repair those panels.
Remaining wrongful death lawsuit filed after deadly Astroworld concert has been settled, lawyer says
Read full article: Remaining wrongful death lawsuit filed after deadly Astroworld concert has been settled, lawyer saysAn attorney says the one remaining wrongful death lawsuit filed after 10 people were killed during a deadly crowd crush at the 2021 Astroworld music festival has been settled.
Trial for final wrongful death suit in Astroworld concert crowd crush is set for September
Read full article: Trial for final wrongful death suit in Astroworld concert crowd crush is set for SeptemberA judge says the remaining wrongful death lawsuit filed after 10 people were killed during a deadly crowd crush at the 2021 Astroworld music festival will go to trial in civil court in Houston in September.
Drake dropped from Astroworld lawsuit, but judge denies Travis Scott’s and Apple Inc. request to be dismissed
Read full article: Drake dropped from Astroworld lawsuit, but judge denies Travis Scott’s and Apple Inc. request to be dismissed📢 Breaking News 📢 Rapper Drake was dismissed from the Astroworld lawsuit, but a Harris County Judge denied both Travis Scott and Apple Inc. from being dismissed.
Rapper Drake and Apple file motion to dismiss Astroworld lawsuit
Read full article: Rapper Drake and Apple file motion to dismiss Astroworld lawsuitRapper Drake and Apple Inc. have filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit related to the Astroworld tragedy. Both parties deny involvement in the planning of the concert and emphasize that they were not responsible for the disaster. As the trial approaches, all involved parties are preparing for a courtroom battle. Stay tuned for updates on this ongoing case. #Astroworld #Lawsuit #JusticeInProgress
A behind-the-scenes look at how thousands of carnival toys are stuffed at RodeoHouston
Read full article: A behind-the-scenes look at how thousands of carnival toys are stuffed at RodeoHoustonEver wonder what it takes to get the carnival up and running at Rodeo? We're getting a look at how thousands of stuffed animals and toy prizes are made.
Black Heritage Day at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo celebrates culture, entertainment and education
Read full article: Black Heritage Day at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo celebrates culture, entertainment and educationThe Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is gearing up for Black Heritage Day! 🤠 KPRC 2 is live from NRG Park this morning ahead of tonight's concert with rapper 50 Cent! #BlackHeritageDay #HoustonRodeo 🐎
This is actually her FIRST RODEO 🤠🤣 Give KPRC 2′s Candace Burns some tips on what to expect at RodeoHouston
Read full article: This is actually her FIRST RODEO 🤠🤣 Give KPRC 2′s Candace Burns some tips on what to expect at RodeoHoustonAs we kick off the Rodeo season, we’re looking for your help as one of our very own sets out to have a YEE-HAW good time at her FIRST-EVER RODEO!
NRG Park partners with nonprofit to combat human trafficking during 2024 CFP National Championship
Read full article: NRG Park partners with nonprofit to combat human trafficking during 2024 CFP National ChampionshipNRG Park is partnering with the nonprofit No Trafficking Zone to combat human trafficking during the 2024 CFP National Championship weekend in Houston.
Mayor John Whitmire, Houston leaders discuss safety and security ahead of College Football Playoff National Championship
Read full article: Mayor John Whitmire, Houston leaders discuss safety and security ahead of College Football Playoff National ChampionshipHouston mayor John Whitmire and local officials discussed safety, security and guidelines for the College Football Playoff National Championship happening on Monday, Jan. 8.
Rapper Travis Scott is questioned over deadly crowd surge at Texas festival in wave of lawsuits
Read full article: Rapper Travis Scott is questioned over deadly crowd surge at Texas festival in wave of lawsuitsRap superstar Travis Scott is being questioned in a deposition he's giving in connection with hundreds of lawsuits filed against him and others over the deaths and injuries at the 2021 Astroworld festival.
Officials celebrate NRG Park’s new historic sustainability and energy efficiency project
Read full article: Officials celebrate NRG Park’s new historic sustainability and energy efficiency projectHarris County officials and leadership from NRG Park and Johnson Controls will celebrate the kickoff of a historic sustainability and energy efficiency project at the sports and entertainment complex Wednesday.
Jon Pardi, barrel racing and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 8
Read full article: Jon Pardi, barrel racing and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 8Happy Wednesday, Houston Rodeo fans! If you’re headed out to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo today there’s so much to see and do. Here’s a lineup of fun if you’re planning to go out to NRG.
Texas rapper Bun B offers thousand dollar reward for lost poncho he wore during RodeoHouston performance
Read full article: Texas rapper Bun B offers thousand dollar reward for lost poncho he wore during RodeoHouston performanceFamous Texas rapper, and orchestrator of one of RodeoHouston’s biggest performances to date, is offering a huge reward for a very valuable piece of clothing he says went missing down at NRG Park.
Black Heritage Day, Bun B’s Southern Takeover and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 3
Read full article: Black Heritage Day, Bun B’s Southern Takeover and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 3Happy Wednesday, y’all. You’re in for a real treat at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today as it’s a weekday and that means you’re likely to miss the crazy crowds that usually come on the weekends.
New York City police looking for Travis Scott following alleged nightclub rampage
Read full article: New York City police looking for Travis Scott following alleged nightclub rampageNew York police are searching for rapper Travis Scott after he allegedly punched a sound engineer and caused $12,000 worth of damage at a Manhattan nightclub early Wednesday morning, officials said.
Your ride to the rodeo: Things to know about parking and transportation
Read full article: Your ride to the rodeo: Things to know about parking and transportationWe kicked off the party early last week with a KPRC 2 Houston Life Rodeo Special, covering everything from the rides, performances, and clothes! But what about your ride to the rodeo? Traffic Expert Anavid Reyes helps break down all of your options!
Teen charged in shooting death of man after caught breaking into vehicles at apartments near NRG: HPD
Read full article: Teen charged in shooting death of man after caught breaking into vehicles at apartments near NRG: HPDCharges have been filed against a suspect accused of fatally shooting a man who police say he confronted him over several vehicle break-ins near NRG Park last November.
RodeoHouston, NRG Park correct ADA violations for people with disabilities ahead of 2023 season, US Attorney says
Read full article: RodeoHouston, NRG Park correct ADA violations for people with disabilities ahead of 2023 season, US Attorney saysThe U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Thursday that an investigation into the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been completed.
Trail rides, brisket and a massive parade: Ring in the Houston Livestock Show with these pre-rodeo events
Read full article: Trail rides, brisket and a massive parade: Ring in the Houston Livestock Show with these pre-rodeo eventsThe annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will be rung in with a weekend of pre-rodeo events.
New RodeoHouston bike lane could help cyclists beat traffic: Here’s how it works
Read full article: New RodeoHouston bike lane could help cyclists beat traffic: Here’s how it worksA new bike lane is up and running to help you beat the rodeo traffic and get to all the funnel cake and turkey leg fun much faster! Here’s how it works: If you can get to Brays Bayou, you can now get to NRG Park all on a bike.
LIVE BLOG: KPRC 2 Investigates discusses accountability probe into Astroworld Tragedy
Read full article: LIVE BLOG: KPRC 2 Investigates discusses accountability probe into Astroworld TragedyIn a live discussion on the KPRC 2+ livestream at 6:30 p.m. CST Wednesday, KPRC 2 Investigates will answer your questions about the tragedy at the 2021 Astroworld Festival and what officials are doing to prevent another deadly concert.
Overcoming questions of jurisdiction and permitting that led to the city, county agreement following Astroworld tragedy
Read full article: Overcoming questions of jurisdiction and permitting that led to the city, county agreement following Astroworld tragedyMonths after 10 people died during a crowd crush at the Astroworld festival, there was still a back-and-forth over responsibility, authority and permitting for large events at NRG Park.
Astroworld Tragedy: New agreement details NRG Park mass event planning after deadly festival
Read full article: Astroworld Tragedy: New agreement details NRG Park mass event planning after deadly festivalThe fallout of the Astroworld Festival garnishes a new potential agreement between Harris County and the City of Houston over their responsibilities at NRG Park.The consensus comes a little more than a year after 10 people lost their lives because of a crowd crush at the Astroworld Festival in 2021. For the last year, families watched as city and county leaders fumbled for answers to their questions of accountability.
‘Hellcat’ driver fired at by officers after doing donuts at NRG, crashing into vehicle; still gives police the slip, HPD says
Read full article: ‘Hellcat’ driver fired at by officers after doing donuts at NRG, crashing into vehicle; still gives police the slip, HPD saysHouston police are trying to track down the driver who managed to ditch officers during a potentially dangerous series of events, causing an officer to discharge his duty weapon.
Houston has another World Series...
Read full article: Houston has another World Series...Houston has another World Series on the way... but this one is for the dogs! Friday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, the entire team (including Tex) is going on the road to NRG Park for the Houston World Series of Dog Shows! We’ll meet some of the top dogs in the country; meet the Houston Police department canine officers and see how the “pros” train. We’ll give you a look inside the high speed world of Flyball and we’re shopping for practical, strange and over the top merchandise for all the dogs in your life! That’s Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC2.
Bishop James Dixon announced as chairman of the board of Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation
Read full article: Bishop James Dixon announced as chairman of the board of Harris County Sports & Convention CorporationThe Harris County Sports and Convention Corporation and NRG Park named Bishop James Dixon as its chairman of the board on Wednesday.
Lawsuit: Couple seeks more than $1M in death of unborn child after pregnant mother trampled at Astroworld Festival
Read full article: Lawsuit: Couple seeks more than $1M in death of unborn child after pregnant mother trampled at Astroworld FestivalA woman who said she was pregnant while attending Travis Scott’s deadly Astroworld Festival is suing Scott, Live Nation and other event partners, claiming the crowd surge caused her to lose her baby.
Charges filed against man accused of shooting, killing mother of his newborn at apartment near NRG Park
Read full article: Charges filed against man accused of shooting, killing mother of his newborn at apartment near NRG ParkCharges have been filed against a man accused of shooting and killing the mother of his 3-week-old baby, then taking the newborn with him to Austin, where he turned himself in.
Boyfriend detained in Austin with 3-week-old baby after infant’s mother shot, killed near NRG Park: HPD
Read full article: Boyfriend detained in Austin with 3-week-old baby after infant’s mother shot, killed near NRG Park: HPDAn investigation is underway after a woman was found dead Monday inside a southwest Houston apartment, according to the Houston Police Department.
Questions over Astroworld permitting continue following Gov. Abbott’s Task Force on Concert Safety report
Read full article: Questions over Astroworld permitting continue following Gov. Abbott’s Task Force on Concert Safety reportDays after the governor’s Task Force on Concert Safety released its report following the tragedy at the Travis Scott concert on the opening night of Astroworld, questions are being asked about the permitting process.
Documentary about Astroworld Festival tragedy to be released later this month
Read full article: Documentary about Astroworld Festival tragedy to be released later this month“Concert Crush,” a documentary about the Astroworld Festival tragedy which claimed the lives of 10 young rap fans and left dozens of others seriously injured, will open in Texas later this month.
Fine-dining and fried favorites: KPRC 2′s Cathy Hernandez highlights delicious dishes served at RodeoHouston this year
Read full article: Fine-dining and fried favorites: KPRC 2′s Cathy Hernandez highlights delicious dishes served at RodeoHouston this yearSome of the best food vendors will fill NRG Park for the Houston Livestock and Rodeo and will serve many new food options.
Astroworld Festival victim’s family, attorneys speak at NRG Park
Read full article: Astroworld Festival victim’s family, attorneys speak at NRG ParkThe family and friends of Rodolfo “Rudy” Peña, a 23-year-old Astroworld Festival victim, will visit NRG Park. The family will be accompanied by their attorneys, Rosendo Almaraz Jr. and Valerie Cortinas Fisher.
‘This pain should never be felt by anyone’: Family of Houston 14-year-old killed at Astroworld Festival files lawsuit
Read full article: ‘This pain should never be felt by anyone’: Family of Houston 14-year-old killed at Astroworld Festival files lawsuitNearly a month after the fatal Astroworld Festival concert, the number of lawsuits stemming from the tragedy continues to rise.
Parents sue Travis Scott, Live Nation after they say 27-year-old son died trying to save fiancée at Astroworld Festival
Read full article: Parents sue Travis Scott, Live Nation after they say 27-year-old son died trying to save fiancée at Astroworld FestivalA Dallas law firm has filed a lawsuit against Live Nation, rapper Travis Scott, and other defendants on behalf of the family of Danish Baig, 27, who they say died fighting to save his fiancée during the crowd surge at the Astroworld Festival.
Astroworld Park and Astroworld Festival: This is what we know about how the festival acquired the beloved Houston Six Flags theme park’s name
Read full article: Astroworld Park and Astroworld Festival: This is what we know about how the festival acquired the beloved Houston Six Flags theme park’s nameHow did the Astroworld Festival get its name?
‘We’re not going to leave any stones unturned’: Houston police chief says investigation into Astroworld festival tragedy could take weeks or months
Read full article: ‘We’re not going to leave any stones unturned’: Houston police chief says investigation into Astroworld festival tragedy could take weeks or monthsKey questions remain unanswered after at least eight people were killed and hundreds more were injured in a massive crowd surge at the Astroworld music festival held Friday at NRG Park.
HFD Chief says Astroworld Festival failure falls on everyone involved in the event, including Travis Scott
Read full article: HFD Chief says Astroworld Festival failure falls on everyone involved in the event, including Travis ScottHouston Fire Department Assistant Chief Ruy Lozano says no HFD personnel were inside NRG Park during Astroworld Festival.
Attorneys for those injured at deadly Astroworld Festival inspecting scene at NRG Park
Read full article: Attorneys for those injured at deadly Astroworld Festival inspecting scene at NRG ParkAttorneys of those injured at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival went to NRG Park Tuesday to inspect the scene. Their goal was two-fold: First, to get drone footage for a bird’s eye view of the scene. Second, to get a digital scan so that they map it and recreate events that unfolded.
These videos show just how chaotic Astroworld was over the weekend
Read full article: These videos show just how chaotic Astroworld was over the weekendIn case you haven’t heard, there was a tragedy at the Astroworld music festival in Houston over the weekend that resulted in the deaths of eight people, with many others injured.
Father identifies unknown concertgoer who was among Astroworld Festival victims
Read full article: Father identifies unknown concertgoer who was among Astroworld Festival victimsThe father of a unknown concertgoer who attended Friday night’s Astroworld Festival at NRG Park has identified one of the victims as his son.
Astroworld concertgoers describe deadly chaos at NRG park
Read full article: Astroworld concertgoers describe deadly chaos at NRG parkAs law enforcement officers began their investigation after the chaos at NRG Park cleared, Astroworld concertgoers who returned to the scene Saturday described Friday night’s deadly concert.
‘A terrible loss’: Spring Branch ISD student among those killed in crowd surge at Astroworld Festival
Read full article: ‘A terrible loss’: Spring Branch ISD student among those killed in crowd surge at Astroworld FestivalSpring Branch Independent School District on Saturday said one of its students died in the chaos that unfolded at Astroworld Festival Friday night.
Astroworld Festival attendee on madness: ‘If you fall, you have split second to get up. Your chance of getting stomped on is very high’
Read full article: Astroworld Festival attendee on madness: ‘If you fall, you have split second to get up. Your chance of getting stomped on is very high’Two concertgoers who were directly in front of the concert stage explained to KPRC 2 Investigates' Mario Diaz what it was like from inside.
Astroworld Festival tragedy: How to cope with sudden loss of a loved one
Read full article: Astroworld Festival tragedy: How to cope with sudden loss of a loved oneTragedies like the one that happened Friday night at Travis Scott's Astroworld Fest at NRG Park has undoubtedly left many families in shock and dismay, wondering how to cope with the sudden loss of a loved one.
8 dead, dozens others injured at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival at NRG Park, officials say
Read full article: 8 dead, dozens others injured at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival at NRG Park, officials sayAt least eight people are dead and several others were injured Friday night at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival at NRG Park, authorities said.
Travis Scott’s Astroworld Music Festival returns to Houston
Read full article: Travis Scott’s Astroworld Music Festival returns to HoustonTravis Scott is coming back to NRG Park for his third annual Astroworld Festival Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6! NRG Park Clear Bag Policy will be in effect for this event.
Children 12 or older can receive their Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at NRG Park, Judge Hidalgo announces
Read full article: Children 12 or older can receive their Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at NRG Park, Judge Hidalgo announcesThe office of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced Wednesday that children 12 years of age or older can receive their Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine starting on Thursday at NRG Park.
You can now get the coronavirus vaccine at NRG Park without an appointment
Read full article: You can now get the coronavirus vaccine at NRG Park without an appointmentFor the first time since rollout of the coronavirus vaccine began, people can now get their shot at one Harris County site without having to book an appointment first.
Houston, Harris County following feds’ recommended pause of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Read full article: Houston, Harris County following feds’ recommended pause of Johnson & Johnson vaccineBoth the Houston Health Department and Harris County Public Health will follow a recommendation from federal health agencies that use of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine should be paused.
NRG Community Vaccination site to remain open for 4 more weeks, Hidalgo says
Read full article: NRG Community Vaccination site to remain open for 4 more weeks, Hidalgo saysAfter receiving requests for an extension from Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Mayor Sylvester Turner and other officials, FEMA and the Texas Division of Emergency Management have agreed to extend the duration of the vaccination site at NRG.
Mayor Turner, Judge Hidalgo request extension for vaccine clinic at NRG Park
Read full article: Mayor Turner, Judge Hidalgo request extension for vaccine clinic at NRG ParkHOUSTON – Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo are requesting an extension of the FEMA supersite at NRG Park. The COVID-19 vaccination clinic, which opened on Feb. 24, was scheduled to remain at NRG Park for eight weeks. Now, Turner and Hidalgo are asking for the site to remain open through at least May 31. “On Monday, the eligibility is going to extend to everyone in Houston, Harris County, and across the state of Texas. That mass vaccination site is needed even more so now, so the request is to extend that vaccination site, pretty much indefinitely,” Turner said during a news briefing Wednesday.
Second doses of Pfizer vaccine coming to NRG. Here is what you need to know.
Read full article: Second doses of Pfizer vaccine coming to NRG. Here is what you need to know.HOUSTON – The Houston Health Department and Harris County Public Health announced Tuesday that scheduling will begin for the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine at NRG Park. Those who do not respond or provided a landline instead of a cell phone will receive a phone call to schedule the second dose. Anyone who does not receive a call or text 48 hours before the second dose due date is asked to contact (832) 393-4301. Harris County Public HealthThose in this group will receive a phone call, text or email the day before the second dose due date to schedule their second dose. AdPeople will be able to schedule an appointment for the second day or in the next three consecutive days following the second dose due date.
Houston Health closes waitlist for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
Read full article: Houston Health closes waitlist for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccineHOUSTON – The Houston Health Department announced Wednesday that it opened a new waitlist for its initial allotment of the one-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine but closed it Tuesday, March 9. The department’s original vaccine waitlist is for the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, which require two doses. The waitlists are used to schedule the department’s allotment of appointments at the FEMA community vaccination center at NRG Park and its other vaccination sites. The Houston Health Department received half of a 12,000 dose allotment of Johnson & Johnson vaccine that arrived at NRG Park and administered it at Bayou City Event Center and its other vaccination sites two days later. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is not being provided at NRG Park.
Houston Nutcracker Market Spring announces in-person shopping: Here’s how organizers want it to work
Read full article: Houston Nutcracker Market Spring announces in-person shopping: Here’s how organizers want it to workHOUSTON – The Nutcracker Market Spring said Tuesday that it is planning an in-person event for April 16-18, 2021 at NRG Center. COVID-19 prompted the cancellation of in-person shopping for both Nutcracker Market and Nutcracker Market Spring in 2020. The market will be spread through four halls, as compared to the two halls used for the 2019 Nutcracker Market Spring. While November’s long-running Nutcracker Market serves as Houston’s holiday season kick-off, Nutcracker Market Spring celebrates all things spring and summer – from unique graduation and wedding gifts to everything needed to accessorize for the beach, backyard BBQ’s, and warm weather fun. Along with the annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market held in November, Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market SPRING is a fundraiser that allows shoppers to give back to the community.
Here’s how to sign up for coronavirus vaccine waitlists in the Houston area
Read full article: Here’s how to sign up for coronavirus vaccine waitlists in the Houston areaHOUSTON – Nearly a quarter-million first vaccine doses are headed to the nine-county Houston area this week, including the first Johnson & Johnson shipment, according to state data and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. Finally, 42,120 Pfizer doses and 12,000 J & J doses will go directly to the FEMA site at NRG Park where residents on the Harris County and Houston waitlists will be vaccinated. Joining a waitlistThere are 13 vaccine hubs in the Houston area and there are waitlists for each of them. Go to vacstrac.hctx.net or call 832-927-8787 to join the Harris County version of the waitlist. To find information about all of the waitlists for the 13 vaccine hubs in the Houston area, go to dshs.texas.gov.
Gov. Abbott shares when he expects Texas to expand who can receive COVID-19 vaccine
Read full article: Gov. Abbott shares when he expects Texas to expand who can receive COVID-19 vaccineAccording to Abbott, President Joe Biden said the state could expect about a million or more doses of the vaccine very soon. “The good news is there is going to be a record amount of vaccines available across Texas this week,” Abbott said. We will be increasing the immunity that Texans have.”A single-shot dose of the COVID-19 vaccine could bring much-needed relief to millions of people. The panel made their initial decision for people 65 and older because they are most vulnerable to COVID-19, Abbott said. AdHowever, Abbott said as the vaccine availability improves he expects the criteria of those who can be vaccinated will also expand.
FEMA supersite at NRG Park continues to administer thousands of COVID-19 vaccine doses
Read full article: FEMA supersite at NRG Park continues to administer thousands of COVID-19 vaccine dosesHOUSTON – The FEMA supersite at NRG Park became fully operational Wednesday. The site plans to administer 126,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine over a three-week period. “The vaccination site here at NRG Park is the largest operation we are running in Texas,” said FEMA spokeswoman Carmen Castro. FEMA said many of the technical issues experienced Wednesday were fixed ahead of Thursday’s opening. However, this, whatever is broken here at NRG, needs to be repaired.”According to the woman, workers told her others have experienced similar issues.
FEMA vaccine mega-site aims to vaccinate most vulnerable communities
Read full article: FEMA vaccine mega-site aims to vaccinate most vulnerable communitiesHOUSTON – A small number of people were allowed inside NRG Park’s new mass vaccination site for its soft-opening Tuesday. The mega-site is set to open to those on the city of Houston and Harris County’s waitlists. Once the site is open, the goal is to have 126,000 people that meet eligibility requirements get vaccinated. City and county leaders say the focus will be on the elderly, vulnerable and high-risk zip codes. Sunnyside falls within the 70051 zip code, which is among a list of 35 zip codes with the highest risk for COVID-19.