‘I don’t sleep well.’ | One of the last customers at business hit by UPS plane speaks out

Grade A Recycling owner Sean Garber said after reading the NTSB’s latest report, he believes the crash was “avoidable.” LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Grade A Recycling was hit harder than any other business south of Louisville’s airport when UPS Flight 2976 crashed Nov. 4.  Three Grade A employees died, along with several more customers who were … Read more

Doctors say social connection can improve your health

Dr. Andrea Taylor is a clinical psychologist at UT Health, and she emphasizes that social connectedness is fundamental to well-being. HOUSTON — Social health is an often-overlooked component of overall wellness, but medical experts say spending time with others is just as important as physical and mental health care. Dr. Andrea Taylor is a clinical … Read more

USF prayer disruption leads to felony, hate-crime allegations against three men

Muslim students describe fear and USF boosts security after a disruption incident during a morning prayer session. TAMPA, Fla. — Three men are facing hate-crime–related allegations after police say they disrupted a Muslim student prayer session at the University of South Florida, prompting fear among students and new security measures on campus. “We thought that … Read more

Texans Davis’ Mills, who is now 3-0 as a starter, says he knows his role with team

Mills and head coach DeMeco Ryans were both asked about the team’s quarterback situation after Houston’s win. HOUSTON — The Houston Texans (6-5) kept their playoff hopes alive on Thursday night by beating the Bills at NRG Stadium in front of a national audience.  It was the third straight Houston win behind backup quarterback Davis … Read more

Texas Rangers near deal to trade Marcus Semien to the Mets, reports say

The Rangers are set to acquire a talented outfielder for an All-Star second baseman, ESPN reports. ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers are reportedly finalizing a trade involving Marcus Semien. According to ESPN’s MLB Insider Jeff Passan, Semien could be traded to the New York Mets for outfielder Brandon Nimmo. Marcus Semien joined the Rangers in … Read more

Houston sports radio station says its signal was “hacked,” causing unknown audio to air

It’s not yet clear what caused the unauthorized broadcast or how long it lasted. HOUSTON — Houston sports radio station ESPN 97.5 FM says its signal was “hacked” Sunday after unexpected audio began playing over the air. In a statement posted on social media at 4:34 p.m., the station said that audio aired within the last … Read more