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Astros Foundation College Classic 2024: Texas State baseball player Chase Mora brings record-setting play to Minute Maid Park

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5 months ago

February 29, 2024

abc13.com – Adam Winkler – 2024-02-29 20:15:57

SUMMARY: Texas State University sophomore Chase Mora is excited to play in Houston’s Minute Maid Park for the first time during the Astros Foundation College Classic. Despite being overlooked by major programs due to a high school arm injury, Mora led the Bobcats with 17 home runs in his freshman season, earning him All-America honors. Mora was named National Player of the Week twice last season, with a memorable debut where he hit a home run in each of his first three plate appearances. He was honored in his hometown parade and looks forward to adding playing in the Astros’ home ballpark to his impressive college resume.

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Woman arrested, 2 others accused looting Hurricane Beryl-ravaged Westchase area apartments

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2 hours ago

July 26, 2024

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abc13.com – Luke Jones – 2024-07-26 22:25:23

SUMMARY: Police in Houston have arrested 61-year-old Tamara Brown for allegedly breaking into multiple Westchase-area apartments damaged by Hurricane Beryl. Brown reportedly worked with two others, who remain at large. A man from Woodlake Oaks Apartments had to evacuate after his roof caved in and subsequently reported a burglary where thieves took electronics. Eyewitnesses found several garbage bags filled with potential stolen items outside the complex. In the Westbury neighborhood, Victoria Ma returned home to find her residence burglarized after losing power due to the hurricane. Brown was released on a $10,000 bond and ordered to stay 200 feet away from the complex.

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Weekend I-45 closures announced in Houston area this weekend, delays expected

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2 hours ago

July 26, 2024

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abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-07-26 22:21:53

SUMMARY: The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announced multiple I-45 closures in Houston this weekend. While Highway 59 closures are postponed, I-45 closures will remain through the weekend. Key closures include the I-45 Gulf frontage road from Broad Street to Griggs Road and several lanes and ramps at I-45 North near Beltway 8. Drivers should expect delays and consider alternate routes. Closures are subject to weather, and updates are available on the Houston TranStar website or TxDOT’s social media. The closures will last from Friday night, July 26, through early Monday, July 29.

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Austin FC impresses in Leagues Cup opener over Pumas

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July 26, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Noah Gross – 2024-07-26 22:16:22

SUMMARY: Austin FC ended their tough MLS regular season run with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Pumas in their Leagues Cup opener. Alex Ring scored early, and despite Osman Bukari’s red card, Gyasi Zardes added another goal, making it 2-0 at halftime. Pumas narrowed the lead with a stoppage-time goal, but Sebastian Driussi extended Austin’s lead to 3-1. Pumas scored again in the 72nd minute and had a late chance to tie, but backup goalkeeper Stefan Cleveland saved a crucial penalty to secure the win. This victory gives Austin three points, with their next match against Monterrey at Q2 Stadium.

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