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Trump administration’s first “self-deportation” flight takes off from Houston

The Department of Homeland Security said the 64 people who volunteered received $1,000 and a chance to return to the U.S. legally. Advocates question whether the government will honor its promises.

The Texas Tribune

Wesneski to have Tommy John surgery

Astros starting pitcher Hayden Wesneski to have Tommy John surgery. He was traded to Houston from Chicago in December.

The Sports Daily

Houston man sues Whataburger for up to $1 million after putting onions on his burger

Demery Ardell Wilson is seeking “monetary relief over $250,000 but less than $1,000,000” in a lawsuit.

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Hired to Move Furniture, Houston Man Finds Box Containing Body of Missing Hispanic Contractor

What started as a simple moving job turned into a chilling discovery—and a murder investigation.

Latin Times

Venus Aerospace debuts potentially revolutionary rocket engine with landmark 1st flight (video)

Houston-based startup Venus Aerospace just launched the first successful test flight of a rotating detonation rocket engine (RDRE) test from U.S. soil.

Space

SpaceX's next private astronaut launch to ISS, Ax-4, delayed to June 8

Houston company Axiom Space's next astronaut launch to the International Space Station, a mission called Ax-4, has been pushed back by 10 days, to June 8.

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2025 NFL schedule by week

Checking out the 2025 NFL schedule from a week-by-week view.

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Houston midwife accused of illegal abortions appeals clinic closures

In an appeal filed this week, Maria Rojas’ attorneys accused Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office of a careless investigation.

The Texas Tribune

ICE says it deported more than 500 people in the Houston area in one week

The agency did not offer details about the types of crimes or immigration violations the majority of the people were accused of.

The Texas Tribune

Jane Doe found beneath bleachers in a Houston park finally identified after seven years

Groundskeeper at Bayland Park discovered a woman’s body in a seated position under the bleachers in June 2017

The Independent UK

Where Will Giannis Antetokounmpo Go?

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo leaving Milwaukee? These are the top destinations if the Bucks decide to trade their two-time MVP.

Sports Lens

Texas Man Insists Stabbing That Left His Mother Dead Was to 'Prevent a Global War': Police

A Houston man allegedly stabbed his mother to death on Mother's Day, telling police the killing was motivated by a disturbing dream of impending "global war."

Latin Times

Fastest sinking city in the US is revealed in new study and it’s not in Florida

Some localized spots in one city are found to be sinking up to 50 millimeters per year

The Independent UK

Satellite study reveals the fastest sinking city in the US

Satellite data revealed that Houston is the fastest-sinking city in the U.S., and that all of the other biggest cities are dropping in at least some areas. Researchers say groundwater extraction is largely to blame for the sink.

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State Rep. Dennis Paul announces bid for Texas Senate with backing from Dan Patrick

Paul is the first candidate out of the gate to succeed incumbent Mayes Middleton in an open seat running from Galveston to the outskirts of Houston.

The Texas Tribune

In bail talks, lawmakers close in on Texas GOP goal of keeping defendants in jail

While Gov. Greg Abbott steps up his push for stricter bail rules, critics seek a balance between the rights of the accused and the goal of keeping dangerous defendants behind bars.

The Independent UK

Rescue crews search for missing girl lost in Texas floodwaters while forecasters warn of more storms

Rescue crews in Texas are searching for a 10-year-old girl swept away by rapidly rising floodwaters and forecasters warn that more heavy rains and flooding could be on the way to the Houston area and the state’s coast

The Independent UK

Roommate charged after British student nurse stabbed to death in Texas

Elizabeth Odunsi was ‘a beautiful soul, full of light, ambition, and kindness’

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Evening Standard

British student nurse’s roommate charged with her murder in Texas

Elizabeth Odunsi was found with multiple stab wounds on April 26, Houston Police said.

Sports Illustrated

Steph Curry Drops Bold Three-Word Line After Winning Another Playoff Series vs. Houston

Loved this one from Steph.

Sports Illustrated

Top Warriors Reserve Out for Game 7 Against Rockets

Golden State will be slightly shorthanded against Houston.

The Independent UK

‘Uninvited guest’ opened fire at Texas family party, killing one and wounding 14 others, police say

One person was killed and 14 others were wounded after a shooting at a family party in Houston in the early hours of Sunday.

The Independent UK

AmeriCorps cuts leave people who serve and community organizations scrambling for alternatives

A nonprofit organization based in rural Brazoria County outside of Houston, Mosaic in Action, came around years after Hurricane Harvey to help a homeowner with roof repairs and mold remediation

Evening Standard

Father of London student nurse murdered in Texas threatens to sue police and landlord

Tamilore Odunsi was days away from graduating from university when she was stabbed to death

Sports Illustrated

LPGA's Chevron Championship Needs Improvement as Season's First Major, but Optimism Remains

Three years in, the move from Palm Springs to Texas hasn't been perfect, but LPGA greats Judy Rankin and Brittany Lincicome believe the major championship will overcome its growing pains.

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