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Why Andre Johnson believes Nick Caley is a ‘great hire’ for Texans and what it means for C.J. Stroud
Read full article: Why Andre Johnson believes Nick Caley is a ‘great hire’ for Texans and what it means for C.J. StroudTexans new offensive coordinator Nick Caley should boost offense, quarterback C.J. Stroud
Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeowners
Read full article: Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeownersThe marquee proposal would increase the amount of a home’s value exemption from school taxes to $140,000 from $100,000. The legislation must win approval from the House next.
Houston Texans’ TORO releases new children’s book about bullying
Read full article: Houston Texans’ TORO releases new children’s book about bullyingThe lovable mascot is usually known for his pranks and jokes, but Andrew Johnson steps out of his mascot costume to talk about a subject that is nothing to laugh about.
‘They deserve it,’ Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. surprises Wheatley girls flag football team with shopping spree
Read full article: ‘They deserve it,’ Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. surprises Wheatley girls flag football team with shopping spreeTexans' Will Anderson Jr. surprises Wheatley High School girls flag football team with $250 shopping spree at Academy Sports and Outdoors
Fan-favorite Bojangles brings deliciousness to Houston with 4 new locations
Read full article: Fan-favorite Bojangles brings deliciousness to Houston with 4 new locationsMark your calendars, set your alarms, and maybe even camp out (hey, free breakfast for a year is worth it). Bojangles is here, Houston—and they’re bringing the flavor.
Sources: Texans expected to hire Rams senior offensive assistant Jerry Schuplinski, a former Tom Brady quarterback coach
Read full article: Sources: Texans expected to hire Rams senior offensive assistant Jerry Schuplinski, a former Tom Brady quarterback coachTexans adding Rams assistant to coaching staff
Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson expected back after offensive coordinator interviews
Read full article: Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson expected back after offensive coordinator interviewsTexans quarterbacks coach, Humble native interviewed for offensive coordinator position with defending AFC South champions, Raiders and Jets
Two more state employees fired after accessing Texans’ private information
Read full article: Two more state employees fired after accessing Texans’ private informationSo far, nine HHSC employees have been fired for accessing without a “business” purpose the private information of Texans seeking public assistance that includes Medicaid and food stamps.
Abbott expected to promote vouchers and other highlights of his 2025 agenda in Sunday speech
Read full article: Abbott expected to promote vouchers and other highlights of his 2025 agenda in Sunday speechAfter successful campaigns for House allies, the governor is in a position to set an ambitious course for the legislative session.
Several bills filed to weaken vaccine mandates as more Texas families opt out of immunizations
Read full article: Several bills filed to weaken vaccine mandates as more Texas families opt out of immunizationsEmboldened by Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s nomination and disdain for pandemic-era mandates, skeptics are pushing for bills to make it easier to opt out of vaccines.
Mayor Whitmire sends barbecue to Kansas City after Chiefs’ win, with a message for the refs
Read full article: Mayor Whitmire sends barbecue to Kansas City after Chiefs’ win, with a message for the refsHouston Mayor John Whitmire is a man of his word. He’s sending some of Houston’s best food to Kansas City after the Chiefs’ big win and making sure that the people who made it all possible get a plate.
Patrick Mahomes on whether NFL officials favor the Chiefs: 'The referees are doing their best'
Read full article: Patrick Mahomes on whether NFL officials favor the Chiefs: 'The referees are doing their best'Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes does not believe NFL officials are calling games to help his team win.
Sources: Texans sign running backs Jawhar Jordan, J.J. Taylor, several other players to reserve-future deals
Read full article: Sources: Texans sign running backs Jawhar Jordan, J.J. Taylor, several other players to reserve-future dealsTexans add eight players to offseason roster on reserve-future deals
How Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud ‘grew tremendously’ even in one of those ‘tough years’
Read full article: How Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud ‘grew tremendously’ even in one of those ‘tough years’Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud experienced highs and lows in second NFL season after winning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year honors in his first season in Houston.
Will the grid be ready for this week’s winter storms in Houston?
Read full article: Will the grid be ready for this week’s winter storms in Houston?People all across Houston are bundling up and prepping their homes ahead of the anticipated cold weather in southeast Texas this week. With a Winter Storm Watch already in place, Houstonians have been advised to be ready for low temperatures, frigid winds, and yes, even some snow.
Sources: Texans guard Shaq Mason back from Grade 2 sprained knee, back in starting lineup in playoff game at Chiefs
Read full article: Sources: Texans guard Shaq Mason back from Grade 2 sprained knee, back in starting lineup in playoff game at ChiefsTexans veteran offensive lineman Shaq Mason returns to the starting lineup Saturday in playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs
LIVE: Join the Houston Texans fan send-off, share your photos on Click2Pins 🏈🤳
Read full article: LIVE: Join the Houston Texans fan send-off, share your photos on Click2Pins 🏈🤳Fans can support the Texans by attending a send-off event at NRG Stadium's Green Lot or by watching the live stream on Click2Houston.com.
State employees suspected of stealing from low-income Texans' public assistance accounts
Read full article: State employees suspected of stealing from low-income Texans' public assistance accountsSeven human services employees were fired after a string of fraud and theft — and the largest data breach in agency history.
Source: Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik interviews virtually Thursday with Jets before Chiefs game
Read full article: Source: Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik interviews virtually Thursday with Jets before Chiefs gameTexans offensive coordinator to interview with AFC East franchise on Thursday
‘Best team I’ve ever been on,’ how Texans veteran defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi is soaking up playoff moments
Read full article: ‘Best team I’ve ever been on,’ how Texans veteran defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi is soaking up playoff momentsTexans veteran defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi makes the run defense a strong part of AFC South champions' defense.
When is a business to blame for over-serving? Texas Supreme Court weighs the line in drunk driving case
Read full article: When is a business to blame for over-serving? Texas Supreme Court weighs the line in drunk driving caseThe court’s ruling could boost a state law that allows drunk driving victims to sue businesses that over-serve alcohol to intoxicated individuals.
Inside the Texans: Strong defensive performance helps Texans cruise past Chargers; defending champs await
Read full article: Inside the Texans: Strong defensive performance helps Texans cruise past Chargers; defending champs awaitOn Saturday, the Houston Texans entered Wild Card Weekend as underdogs in their own stadium against a young and ascending Los Angeles Chargers team. Despite a rocky start on offense, the Texans’ defense produced four interceptions—including a pick six—and lifted the squad to a decisive 32-12 win.
Round 2 rematch: Texans to square off with Chiefs in Saturday AFC divisional round road game
Read full article: Round 2 rematch: Texans to square off with Chiefs in Saturday AFC divisional round road gameTexans lost to Chiefs in regular season game during which wide receiver Tank Dell suffered a season-ending knee injury
Texans’ Jalen Pitre, a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, renews community efforts with Kids Meals Inc. ‘Blessed’
Read full article: Texans’ Jalen Pitre, a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, renews community efforts with Kids Meals Inc. ‘Blessed’Texans injured defensive back raising money for Kids Meals Inc.
Texans tailgate forecast looks terrific after cold, cloudy week in Houston!
Read full article: Texans tailgate forecast looks terrific after cold, cloudy week in Houston!The promise of beautiful weather should help hype up Texans tailgaters as much as the promise of our new wide receiver Diontae Johnson.
Texans feature Houston-born rapper Lecrae in Wild Card hype video
Read full article: Texans feature Houston-born rapper Lecrae in Wild Card hype videoWe’re just two days away from the Houston Texans’ Wild Card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers, and the team reached out to a prominent local artist to hype up the fans.
Can these 5 bills to expand voting access in Texas win bipartisan support in the Legislature?
Read full article: Can these 5 bills to expand voting access in Texas win bipartisan support in the Legislature?Proposals to allow online registration and broaden photo ID options may have a chance to advance, supporters say.
Gearing up for the Houston Texans playoff game with new food and merch items
Read full article: Gearing up for the Houston Texans playoff game with new food and merch itemsThe Houston Texans will host the Los Angeles Chargers in a wild card playoff game this Saturday, and make sure to get there early to try some of the new food items and merchandise!
Texas power grid faces test as temperatures continue to plummet. Can it sustain?
Read full article: Texas power grid faces test as temperatures continue to plummet. Can it sustain?As the winter chill sets in, Texans are questioning whether the state's power grid is prepared to handle the cold months ahead.
Some Texas business leaders are apprehensive about Trump’s pledged deportations
Read full article: Some Texas business leaders are apprehensive about Trump’s pledged deportations“We wouldn’t survive” without undocumented workers, one South Texas produce business owner said. By one estimate, 8% of Texas’ workforce lacks legal status.
TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Texans prepare for Wildcard Weekend clash with LA Chargers
Read full article: TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Texans prepare for Wildcard Weekend clash with LA ChargersPreview the Houston Texans' Wildcard Weekend matchup against the LA Chargers, featuring key insights, DeMeco Ryans' strategy, and what’s at stake in this playoff game.
Texans injury update: Foley Fatukasi, Jeff Okudah, Teagan Quitoriano, Will Anderson, Christian Harris practicing
Read full article: Texans injury update: Foley Fatukasi, Jeff Okudah, Teagan Quitoriano, Will Anderson, Christian Harris practicingTexans getting healthier before playoff game against Chargers
The Texans and the Saturday afternoon Wild Card game: A marriage as old as time
Read full article: The Texans and the Saturday afternoon Wild Card game: A marriage as old as timeDating back to their first playoff-qualifying season in 2011, the Texans have made eight total trips to the postseason, with each run starting in the Wild Card round. While any playoff run is typically something to celebrate, a disturbing pattern has emerged from Texans playoff football, and it might be the signal of a deep-seated conspiracy to hide Texans football from the public.
‘Good step, good direction,’ Juice Scruggs adapts to right guard in Texans’ latest ‘plug and replace’
Read full article: ‘Good step, good direction,’ Juice Scruggs adapts to right guard in Texans’ latest ‘plug and replace’Latest offensive line configuration looked solid in regular-season finale against Titans
Inside the Texans: Texans finish regular season on high note, prepare for Super Wild Card Weekend
Read full article: Inside the Texans: Texans finish regular season on high note, prepare for Super Wild Card WeekendOn Sunday, the Houston Texans took down the Tennessee Titans as their archrivals wore their Houston-themed throwbacks.
Amid a $7 million deficit to Texas’ suicide hotline, thousands of calls are abandoned monthly
Read full article: Amid a $7 million deficit to Texas’ suicide hotline, thousands of calls are abandoned monthlyThe state’s 988 suicide had the nation’s fifth highest rate of abandoned calls in August, the latest data available, amid a multi-million funding deficit that could worsen as federal dollars expire this year.
Changes coming to Texas law in 2025; here’s how they could affect you
Read full article: Changes coming to Texas law in 2025; here’s how they could affect youStarting January 1, 2025, Texas will implement several legislative changes, including the elimination of annual safety inspections for non-commercial vehicles under House Bill 3297, though emissions testing may still be required in certain counties.
Inside the Texans: Playoff-bound Texans reflect on losses, prepare for Titans
Read full article: Inside the Texans: Playoff-bound Texans reflect on losses, prepare for TitansThe Houston Texans are trying to move ahead on a short week after losing one of their most productive offensive weapons to a knee injury during Saturday’s 27-19 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Texas vehicle safety inspections going away in 2025. Here’s what you should know
Read full article: Texas vehicle safety inspections going away in 2025. Here’s what you should knowTexas is no longer requiring drivers to get a vehicle safety inspection in order to get their car registered with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
Beyoncé performs with Texas Southern University band during halftime show at Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day game
Read full article: Beyoncé performs with Texas Southern University band during halftime show at Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day gameBeyoncé lit up the stage with a spectacular cowgirl-themed halftime show during the Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day game, bringing Houston pride to the forefront.
Everything you need to know about the Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day game featuring Beyonce at halftime
Read full article: Everything you need to know about the Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day game featuring Beyonce at halftimeAre you ready for an unforgettable Christmas Day? The Houston Texans are set to face off against the Baltimore Ravens at NRG Stadium, and it's going to be an epic game you won't want to miss! 🏈
Changing of the guard: Kendrick Green steps in for injured Shaq Mason for Texans’ Christmas Day game against Ravens
Read full article: Changing of the guard: Kendrick Green steps in for injured Shaq Mason for Texans’ Christmas Day game against RavensTexans lineman steps in at right guard with Shaq Mason out with Grade 2 sprained MCL
Inside the Texans: Team looks ahead to Christmas game after losing WR Tank Dell
Read full article: Inside the Texans: Team looks ahead to Christmas game after losing WR Tank DellThe Houston Texans are trying to move ahead on a short week after losing one of their most productive offensive weapons to a knee injury during Saturday’s 27-19 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Advocates say there aren’t enough of them in Texas long-term care facilities
Read full article: Advocates say there aren’t enough of them in Texas long-term care facilitiesOfficials hope state lawmakers will boost the budget of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman office, an independent state agency, which can often be an elderly Texan’s only lifeline to the outside world.
Hall of famer Houston Texans Andre Johnson surprises superfans to spread holiday cheer
Read full article: Hall of famer Houston Texans Andre Johnson surprises superfans to spread holiday cheerHall of Famer and former Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson teamed up with NBC Sports to surprise superfans, including season ticket holder Brian Carrion, in Sugar Land.
Texas has big goals for college completion. In places like the Coastal Bend, how to get there is still murky.
Read full article: Texas has big goals for college completion. In places like the Coastal Bend, how to get there is still murky.Many rural Texans in the region say they lack quality information on the skills required to get good jobs and build a lasting career.
‘All we can do is be there for them’ Texans’ Tim Settle Jr. surprises kids at M.D. Anderson with presents, spreads cheer
Read full article: ‘All we can do is be there for them’ Texans’ Tim Settle Jr. surprises kids at M.D. Anderson with presents, spreads cheerTexans defensive tackle Tim Settle Jr. visits patients at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center for Children.
Inside the Texans: AFC South champs again, playoff berth secured
Read full article: Inside the Texans: AFC South champs again, playoff berth securedThe Houston Texans might be breathing a sigh of relief after they were able to sneak past the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the win didn’t come without controversy.
‘It was overkill, I don’t think it was dirty, a bang-bang play,’ Texans’ Joe Mixon discusses Azeez Al-Shaair suspension
Read full article: ‘It was overkill, I don’t think it was dirty, a bang-bang play,’ Texans’ Joe Mixon discusses Azeez Al-Shaair suspensionTexans running back has strong opinions on teammate Azeez Al-Shaair suspension
‘Bring happiness and joy,’ Texans, Great Wolf Lodge make holiday wishes come true for Texas Children’s Hospital kids
Read full article: ‘Bring happiness and joy,’ Texans, Great Wolf Lodge make holiday wishes come true for Texas Children’s Hospital kidsTexans players visit Great Wolf Lodge with children from Texas Children's Hospital, which was awarded $15,000 from Great Wolf Lodge.
Protect your holiday packages: Key safety tips you need to know
Read full article: Protect your holiday packages: Key safety tips you need to knowEvery year, thousands of Texans experience their Christmas packages going missing or becoming damaged. To help prevent these issues, Harris County Precinct Four has provided five essential safety tips:
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on having to play 3 times in an 11-day span: 'It's not a good feeling'
Read full article: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on having to play 3 times in an 11-day span: 'It's not a good feeling'Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is not exactly thrilled about the NFL forcing the two-time defending Super Bowl champions to play three times over an 11-day span in the coming weeks.
State agency to ask lawmakers for $300 million to fix “significant neglect” in Texas’ Medicaid enrollment system
Read full article: State agency to ask lawmakers for $300 million to fix “significant neglect” in Texas’ Medicaid enrollment systemThe request, which includes hiring more staff and updating the online application system, comes as applicants must wait for months to receive approval for benefits.
A 2006 study found undocumented immigrants contribute more than they cost Texas. The state hasn’t updated it since.
Read full article: A 2006 study found undocumented immigrants contribute more than they cost Texas. The state hasn’t updated it since.A comptroller’s report found that deporting the estimated 1.4 million undocumented immigrants living in Texas in 2005 would have cost the state about $17.7 billion in gross domestic product.
Retired quarterback Tom Brady sticks up for Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair, J.J. Watt says suspension ‘extremely harsh’
Read full article: Retired quarterback Tom Brady sticks up for Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair, J.J. Watt says suspension ‘extremely harsh’Tom Brady says quarterbacks have to take responsibility when sliding, too
Texas named WORST state for porch pirates, here’s how you can fight back
Read full article: Texas named WORST state for porch pirates, here’s how you can fight backIt’s that time of year again for you to hide your stuff (or gifts) from porch pirates. But there are preventative measures you can take to ensure thieves don't cancel your Christmas.
Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair suspended three games for controversial tackle on Trevor Lawrence, filing appeal
Read full article: Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair suspended three games for controversial tackle on Trevor Lawrence, filing appealThe NFL said Al-Shaair has had "multiple offenses for personal fouls and sportsmanship-related rules violations" and will be suspending him for three games without pay.
Inside the Texans: Al-Shaair’s controversial hit overshadows pivotal win
Read full article: Inside the Texans: Al-Shaair’s controversial hit overshadows pivotal winThe Houston Texans might be breathing a sigh of relief after they were able to sneak past the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the win didn’t come without controversy.