Just a few steps off Washington Avenue in Houston, there lies a bar that if you’re walking too fast, you just might miss it. HOUSTON — Everything’s bigger in Texas, right? Houston just might be home to the smallest bar in the world: Toy Gun Pew Pew Saloon. On the outside, it might just look … Read more
Texas Senate Bill 4 allows law enforcement to arrest people suspected of illegally crossing into Texas. It is currently being challenged in federal court. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin leaders are taking steps to protect the city’s immigrant communities. On Thursday, the majority of council members approved a resolution condemning Texas Senate Bill 4, a controversial immigration … Read more
Framber Valdez pitched seven no-hit innings and Jose Altuve hit a game-ending RBI double in the ninth to lift the Astros over the Royals. HOUSTON — Framber Valdez pitched seven no-hit innings and Jose Altuve hit a game-ending RBI double in the ninth to lift the Houston Astros to a 3-2 win over the Kansas … Read more
RMYA Thrift Store, a mainstay in the Dellview neighborhood, will close its doors at the end of September. SAN ANTONIO — Two San Antonio non-profits are closing their thrift stores. After 41 years, Roy Maas Youth Alternatives will close its landmark location off West Avenue at the end of September. Kym’s Kloset, a newer shop … Read more
The city was founded on August 30, 1836 by Augustus Chapman Allen and John Kirby Allen near the banks of the Buffalo Bayou. HOUSTON — We’re celebrating a very special day. Friday was Houston’s 188th birthday. That’s right — H-Town was founded on August 30, 1836, by brothers Augustus Chapman Allen and John Kirby Allen … Read more
Dallas PD said flags at all city facilities will be flown at half-staff. DALLAS — A Dallas police officer was shot and killed – and two other officers were injured – Thursday night in a shooting in the 900 block of East Ledbetter Drive. A chase that ensued after the shooting ended in Lewisville when … Read more
A message about the incident went out to parents on Friday. School officials said they’ll increase police monitoring on campus. HOUSTON — A student had a weapon on campus at Bellaire High School Friday morning, according to a message sent to parents. At this point, it’s unknown what type of weapon was found on the … Read more