Cowboys believe latest rebuild of offensive line in NFL draft is path to contention

The Dallas Cowboys aim to strengthen their offensive line by drafting Alabama guard Tyler Booker, hoping to replicate past successes with the new recruits. FRISCO, Texas — Not long after the Dallas Cowboys completed a rebuild of their offensive line through the NFL draft a decade ago, they finished a season as the top seed in … Read more

‘Glad the process is finally getting started’ | NFL’s No. 1 pick Cam Ward’s return home is a celebration of perseverance

Cam Ward was taken with the No. 1 overall pick by the Tennessee Titans in Thursday’s NFL Draft. HOUSTON — With a playbook in hand and a smile on his face, Cam Ward is back home. The NFL’s newest number one pick is taking it all in after an eventful last few days. Ward was … Read more

Chief: Houston fire cadets dismissed over ‘racist and hateful behavior’

Houston fires 12 cadet trainees after investigation reveals racist and hateful behavior. HOUSTON — A dozen firefighter cadets in Houston have been dismissed from the training program, according to Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz. Munoz said the dismissals were related to “racist and hateful behavior.” A source within HFD said the 12 cadets involved were in … Read more

Good Dog Houston reflects on bittersweet closing amid community support

The gourmet hot dog food truck-turned-restaurant in the Heights announced it was closing this week and customers responded with sellout crowds. HOUSTON — A beloved restaurant in the Heights is shutting down for food this weekend. Good Dog Houston posted on Facebook that it is closing after 15 years, having operated a food truck and … Read more