‘Our kids have refused to lose’: Smithson Valley baseball looking to bring home first-ever state title

The Rangers have lost just three games since the start of May. Aledo stands is the last remaining opponent in their pursuit for UIL glory. SAN ANTONIO — The Smithson Valley Rangers have never taken an at-bat, never fielded a fly ball, never hit the on-deck circle in the Texas UIL Baseball State Championship.  That … Read more

Is CJ Stroud injured? Texans remain tight-lipped on star QB’s ‘soreness’

Houston’s franchise QB hasn’t thrown the ball during OTAs. When asked about it, head coach DeMeco Ryans said Stroud is dealing with “general soreness.” HOUSTON — The Texans are taking it easy with their franchise quarterback as the team eases back into practice this offseason. Due to an apparent injury, C.J. Stroud hasn’t been throwing … Read more

Here’s who police said threatened an Astros pitcher and his family after a bad outing

Houston police said the man was apologetic for his actions. They said he was intoxicated when he lashed out on social media. HOUSTON — Houston police said they have identified the person who made threats against Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his family after a rough outing last month. It happened Saturday, May 10, … Read more