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The big picture: preserving neighbourhood moments in Houston, Texas

Magnum photographer Colby Deal works among the African American communities he grew up in, reflecting their beauty back to them​ as gentrification pushes them out​

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2022

Takeaways: In defensive battle, Jabari Smith Jr. rallies Rockets past Chet Holmgren, Thunder

Jabari Smith Jr. and Chet Holmgren had similar games Saturday, with each defending well while struggling to finish on offense. But Smith made more key plays late, leading to Houston’s win.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 10, 2022

With Usman Garuba out, Aric Holman ready for opportunity with summer Rockets

With Usman Garuba out injured, Aric Holman wants to take advantage of an opportunity in Las Vegas. “I want to get a contract with somebody, hopefully it’s here in Houston,” @AricHolman says.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 9, 2022

Houston Astros blast four home runs as Kansas City Royals fall for second day in a row

HOUSTON — The Kansas City Royals’ dynamic rookie duo of Bobby Witt Jr. and MJ Melendez each crushed a home run, but it wasn’t enough as the Houston Astros exploded for four homers of their own in a nine-run scoring outburst.

Tribune News Service · Jul 6, 2022

Interviews: Rockets practice in Houston, set 2022 summer league goals

Check out summer league practice highlights and interviews with Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, TyTy Washington, Daishen Nix, Josh Christopher, Eron Gordon, Stephen Silas, and Rick Higgins.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 6, 2022

Kansas City Royals’ bullpen collapses late, serves up walk-off defeat at Houston Astros

HOUSTON — For the second time in their past three games, the Kansas City Royals gave up a lead late and fell victim to a walk-off homer in the ninth inning.

Tribune News Service · Jul 5, 2022

Brittney Griner, Houston-born WNBA player detained in Russia, appeals to Biden

Griner is “terrified I might be here forever,” according to excerpts of a handwritten letter to the president provided to media outlets by a family representative.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 4, 2022

Five-year-old killed and eight-year-old injured in Houston drive-by shooting

The 5-year-old was pronounced dead and the 8-year-old is expected to make a full recovery, authorities said

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2022

Angels equal strikeout record in loss to Astros

HOUSTON — The Angels have been striking out all season, but they took it to a new level this weekend.

The Orange County Register · Jul 3, 2022

Texans QB Davis Mills acknowledges challenges of the 2021 draft class

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills knows the challenge that lies ahead for his 2021 draft classmates as they enter their second season.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 3, 2022