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‘Taste damn good, Joe brought the stogies for us,’ Texans enjoy victory cigars after playoff win over Chargers
Read full article: ‘Taste damn good, Joe brought the stogies for us,’ Texans enjoy victory cigars after playoff win over ChargersTexans celebrate 32-12 playoff victory over Chargers
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.
TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Taking on the Titans
Read full article: TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Taking on the TitansHey guys, it’s Ari Alexander - back from vacation... back in time to watch the Texans pull away from the Cowboys Monday night and show some flashes of how good this team can be, along with some issues that need to be fixed if the Texans are going to have any shot to make a real run in the AFC Playoffs.
Texans Pep Talk: Will Houston continue its winning ways against archrival Tennessee?
Read full article: Texans Pep Talk: Will Houston continue its winning ways against archrival Tennessee?Joe Mixon and Derek Stingley Jr. starred on Monday night to give them the blowout win over Dallas. What will the two have as an encore as they take on divisional rival Tennessee?
A tuition freeze without more state aid could leave Texas universities strapped
Read full article: A tuition freeze without more state aid could leave Texas universities strappedRegional colleges rely more on tuition revenue to operate than flagship campuses. Gov. Greg Abbott’s desire to pause increases could create tight financial conditions.
Texans’ Cal McNair, Hannah McNair, Toro visit Fire Station 33: ‘They are every-day heroes’
Read full article: Texans’ Cal McNair, Hannah McNair, Toro visit Fire Station 33: ‘They are every-day heroes’Texans' Cal McNair, Hannah McNair visit Fire Station 33 along with Toro on Thursday to honor first responders in Salute to Service and First Responders week
Texans’ Jalen Pitre stays true to his roots, visiting Stafford Cobras youth team he played for: ‘It’s so much joy’
Read full article: Texans’ Jalen Pitre stays true to his roots, visiting Stafford Cobras youth team he played for: ‘It’s so much joy’Texans nickel goes back to his roots with Community Huddle event with surprise visit for the Stafford Cobras
Sources: Texans expected to start corner Ka’dar Hollman against Cowboys, Kamari Lassiter out one week after concussion
Read full article: Sources: Texans expected to start corner Ka’dar Hollman against Cowboys, Kamari Lassiter out one week after concussionTexans cornerback returned to practice Saturday
Planning your drive to Dallas? Here’s the game day weather forecast for Texans vs. Cowboys 🏈
Read full article: Planning your drive to Dallas? Here’s the game day weather forecast for Texans vs. Cowboys 🏈If you're traveling to Dallas for the Texans game, expect scattered showers near Houston and a strong line of storms with winds and lightning around midday in Dallas due to a cold front.
What happened on Texans tackle Tytus Howard’s strange forced fumble on C.J. Stroud? ‘He wasn’t trying to take the ball’
Read full article: What happened on Texans tackle Tytus Howard’s strange forced fumble on C.J. Stroud? ‘He wasn’t trying to take the ball’Texans tackle inadvertently took football from C.J. Stroud
‘Amazing human being,’ C.J. Stroud, foundation give back to Houston area families with gift cards and more at H-E-B
Read full article: ‘Amazing human being,’ C.J. Stroud, foundation give back to Houston area families with gift cards and more at H-E-BC.J. Stroud Foundation gives gift cards, turkey vouchers and more at H-E-B event for 25 Houston area families.
Texas lawmakers target property taxes, abortion and gender transition care in first bills for the 2025 session
Read full article: Texas lawmakers target property taxes, abortion and gender transition care in first bills for the 2025 sessionTuesday marked the first day lawmakers could file bills for next year’s legislative session.
Texans Pep Talk: Will the Texans get back to their winning ways against the NFC-leading Lions?
Read full article: Texans Pep Talk: Will the Texans get back to their winning ways against the NFC-leading Lions?The Houston Texans are set for their second straight primetime matchup as they get ready to take on the Lions on Sunday Night Football.
Texas voter turnout falls in 2024 election despite record registration numbers
Read full article: Texas voter turnout falls in 2024 election despite record registration numbersA historic 18.6 million Texans were registered to vote in the 2024 election, and 61% cast ballots, a nearly 6% drop from the 2020 presidential race.
Texans Newsletter: Texans struggle with Jets loss, look to regroup against Lions
Read full article: Texans Newsletter: Texans struggle with Jets loss, look to regroup against LionsThe Houston Texans, currently at 6-3, are facing challenges following a loss, particularly with interior pressure as left guard Kenyon Green is sidelined indefinitely, leaving the team reliant on Jarrett Patterson or Kendrick Green
Abortion, the economy, immigration and transgender rights: Voters across Texas explain their vote
Read full article: Abortion, the economy, immigration and transgender rights: Voters across Texas explain their voteTexans from across the state went to the polls early with plenty on their mind. The Texas Tribune partnered with other news organizations to hear from a diverse cross-section of voters.
9 million Texans voted early in 2024. Here’s how that compares to previous years.
Read full article: 9 million Texans voted early in 2024. Here’s how that compares to previous years.The turnout rate dropped more than 8 percentage points compared to four years ago — a high-water mark for the Lone Star State.
Dan Patrick debunks claims about Texas voting machines switching votes
Read full article: Dan Patrick debunks claims about Texas voting machines switching votesRepublican National Committee Co-Chair Lara Trump said Texas had fixed an error with voting machines, but Patrick quickly said there was no problem to fix.
Scary history of injuries at MetLife Stadium ahead of Texans’ trip to face Jets
Read full article: Scary history of injuries at MetLife Stadium ahead of Texans’ trip to face JetsTonight, the Houston Texans will be tasked with their second primetime game of the season, visiting the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football.
In Texas, criminal charges and misdemeanor convictions don’t automatically take away people’s voting rights
Read full article: In Texas, criminal charges and misdemeanor convictions don’t automatically take away people’s voting rightsTexans serving time for misdemeanor offenses or who are in jail awaiting trial are eligible to vote but only two counties offer voting in jail.
TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Texans sweep Colts, hold strong lead in AFC South
Read full article: TEXANS NEWSLETTER: Texans sweep Colts, hold strong lead in AFC SouthThe Houston Texans secured a strong lead in the AFC South by defeating the Indianapolis Colts for the second time this season, driven by a dominant defensive performance that sacked Colts QB Anthony Richardson five times.