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A veterinary technician who survived a horrific attack in a Texas Medical Center parking garage is now suing the facility, claiming it neglected basic security measures—including broken cameras, insufficient staff, and poor lighting—that allowed her assailant to assault her for minutes before she escaped. Despite screaming for help and honking her horn, no one responded. She’s seeking over $10 mil...

Houston Astros eye a draft resurgence with two high picks in 2026, aiming to rebuild their farm system after years of relying on draft gems like Bregman and Correa. While their pitching depth leans heavily right-handed, they’re poised to target lefties strategically. With outfield prospects already in place, the focus is simple: grab the best available talent—regardless of position—because depth a...

A Houston construction worker, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot by an ICE agent during a high-stakes vehicle stop—after allegedly ramming the agent’s vehicle and attempting to run him over. ICE claims the shooting was in self-defense, but the victim’s son revealed his father had been in the U.S. for 35 years, working hard to secure legal status. As public outcry grows, officials and civil...

Texas doctors are sounding the alarm over prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, warning they’re psychologically addictive gambling fronts targeting teens and young adults. The Texas Medical Association is pushing for state regulation—including a 21+ age limit and bans on ads near schools and near cartoon or celebrity-driven marketing—to shield vulnerable youth from the mental hea...

Houston’s food scene just got a major upgrade—June brought a flood of new openings, from pop-ups to full-scale restaurants, proving that big dreams often start small. Yuma, a bold sandwich spot fusing Brazilian and Cuban flavors, has landed a permanent spot on Washington Avenue. Meanwhile, Chef Claire Smith is reviving the Menil Collection area with a fresh restaurant serving crab gazpacho and pan...

Gina Hinojosa, a Democrat running for Texas governor, is making education her top priority, directly challenging Governor Greg Abbott’s education policies. She vows to fire current TEA Commissioner Mike Morath and replace him with an educator to restore local control over school districts—especially in Houston, where state takeovers are rampant. Hinojosa argues that centralized control and scripte...

Houston’s brutal early-season schedule kicks off with a trip to Buffalo under new head coach Joe Brady, a former offensive guru now facing the gauntlet of running a full NFL operation. Next, they square off against the Bengals, whose offense dazzles but defense remains shaky despite new additions like Dexter Lawrence. Then comes a high-stakes showdown with the Colts, who’ve bet big on Daniel Jones...

Gina Hinojosa’s bold economic plan proposes sending $1,500 direct payments to every Texas household, funded by tapping into the state’s $27 billion Rainy Day Fund — which she calls a “Corruption Tax Refund” for families hit by rising costs. She argues the money belongs to Texans and insists the fund can still maintain a healthy $10 billion reserve after payouts. With her “Money in Your Pocket” tou...

A massive drug bust in North Texas nets 66 pounds of meth, 93 bottles of codeine, THC products, guns, and thousands of fake Xanax pills—seizing a major trafficking operation. Three men, two from Texas and one from California, face federal charges after a June 24 raid. The DEA calls it a major win, crediting a coordinated effort between federal, state, and local agencies. All three suspects remain...

Lightning struck a home in northwest Harris County, igniting an attic fire and shocking a young boy mid-computer use—sending a jolt through the wiring. EMS rushed to his aid, and while he’s being evaluated, the incident underscores the deadly unpredictability of severe weather, even indoors. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: a...