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Texas City pastor, businessman found dead in Moses Lake
Robert Kenneth Gass was found near the center of Moses Lake after crews searched the area by boat and helicopter, according to information released by Texas City officials....
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Texas City man charged with tampering with evidence after allegedly trying to flush drugs
Deputies arrested Michael James Human, 43, at the Costa Azul Apartments, 3404 Ninth Ave. North, after searching a residence as part of a narcotics investigation, according to the Galveston County Precinct One Constable’s Office....
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After historic voyage, Elissa sails home to Galveston
Elissa is expected to return to the Galveston Historic Seaport, completing a history-making voyage that took the Official Tall Ship of Texas to New York, Boston, Savannah and Pensacola as part of events surrounding the nation's 250th anniversary....
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Gulf Copper, Davie Defense plan new era of shipbuilding in Galveston
The two are preparing for a sweeping modernization of the historic Galveston shipyard, a project expected to bring massive enclosed production facilities, automated steel fabrication, heavy-lift cranes and new waterfront infrastructure to a site where shipbuilding operations date...
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Galveston College launches robotics program to prepare workers for automated future
Building an automated future will require workers who can design, program, repair and maintain automated systems. The college’s engineering technology degree and certificate program aims to prepare students for those jobs, with classes beginning Monday....
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Cell service strains under Galveston's tourism boom
Dropped calls, stalled data connections and payment terminals that hesitate during the busiest weekends have become familiar frustrations for some locals, particularly when cruise ships are in port or major events such as Mardi Gras, Lone Star Rally and summer…...
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Texas City man found dead in Moses Lake after boat capsizes
Robert Kenneth Gass was found near the center of Moses Lake after crews searched the area by boat and helicopter, according to information released by Texas City officials....
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All Friendswood ISD schools earn high marks from state education agency
The district received an overall A rating with a score of 92 out of 100, while C.W. Cline Elementary, Westwood Elementary, Windsong Intermediate, Zue S. Bales Intermediate, Friendswood Junior High and Friendswood High School each received A ratings....
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Why isn't Aaron Rodgers playing in preseason game vs. Packers?
Aaron Rodgers will not play for the Pittsburgh Steelers against his old team, the Green Bay Packers, in Thursday night's preseason game. That much isn't surprising....
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Is Kevin Costner appearing at Field of Dreams Game?
The Field of Dreams Game is back for the first time since 2022, so Netflix is bringing the star from the classic baseball film that inspired it all back to the cornfields....
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Why aren’t ABS challenges allowed in Field of Dreams Game?
MLB returns to the cornfields of Dyersville, Iowa tonight for the Field of Dreams Game, a celebration of the iconic 1989 baseball film starring Kevin Costner....
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UFC 330 video: Islam Makhachev, Ian Machado Garry face off at press conference
PHILADELPHIA – Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry got face-to-face for a staredown following Thursday's UFC 330 pre-fight press conference.
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Officers respond to toddler choking emergency
A 3-year-old boy is safe today thanks to the fast actions of police officers who responded to an emergency call on Aug. 5 after the child began choking and struggled to breathe....
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World War Two memorial in Washington vandalized with bubbles and graffiti
Aug 13 (Reuters) - The World War Two memorial in Washington was vandalized with bubbly soap and graffiti on Thursday, prompting vows from the U.S. government to find the perpetrator....
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Texas A&M's sophomore LB, Alabama transfer OL discuss Aggies' progress
Offseason development, leadership and In-N-Out burgers were just a few of the topics discussed during Texas A&M's player media availability on Thursday afternoon....
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Jayden Daniels broke his silence on his LSU NIL fiasco
With the reveal of one fateful legal action, Jayden Daniels turned the football world upside down on Thursday.
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Inside the surrogacy battle over a newborn boy
A baby at the center of a nationally watched battle over surrogacy, abortion, parental rights and medical decision-making has been born in Texas, but the legal fight surrounding the infant is only...
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Focused Fever eye another offensive outburst vs. Wings
The Indiana Fever are determined not to let outside influences affect their focus.
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NBA national TV, streaming schedule for 2026-27 season: See the full slate
The NBA released the full schedule for the 2026-27 season Thursday, Aug. 13 with nearly 240 games slated to be broadcast on national television networks or streaming platforms: ABC, NBC, ESPN, NBCSN,...
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Red-hot Brandon Pfaadt tries to turn D-backs' fortunes vs. Braves
Brandon Pfaadt, who hasn't allowed an earned run in his last three starts, will take the mound on Friday when the visiting Arizona Diamondback begin a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves....
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Rays return from historic 9-game trip for division set with Orioles
New Tampa Bay catcher Liam Hicks has only played eight games with the Rays, but the Canadian-born backstop is proving to be a winning acquisition by the organization....
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Payton Tolle, Caleb Durbin lead Red Sox in shut out of Blue Jays
Payton Tolle pitched a two-hitter over eight innings, Caleb Durbin hit a grand slam and the visiting Boston Red Sox defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 7-0 on Thursday afternoon....
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Bears not changing name, but Hammond, Ind., might be reality
A new name is not in the cards, but the Chicago Bears are still leaning east as the franchise scours for a new stadium site. Chairman George H.
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Is Freddie Freeman OK after scary dugout fall?
Freddie Freeman gave Los Angeles Dodgers fans quite the scare during Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Kansas City Royals.
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At Auburn, the excuses are gone. Alex Golesh made sure of that | Opinion
The pads came on Wednesday at Auburn, and if it wasn’t already clear the whiny days of Hugh Freeze are long gone, it is now.
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Pirates turn to Braxton Ashcraft in quest to salvage finale vs. Marlins
Pittsburgh's Braxton Ashcraft and Miami's Tyler Phillips have some things in common. Both of them are right-handed starting pitchers who have spent loads of time as relievers....
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Did anyone win the Powerball last night? Where winning ticket was sold
Someone just became a billionaire! A ticket sold in Quincy, Illinois ended up matching all six numbers for the Powerball drawing on Wednesday, Aug. 12....
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Connections hints, clues and answers on Thursday, August 13 2026
WARNING: THERE ARE CONNECTIONS SPOILERS AHEAD! DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU DON’T WANT THE AUGUST 13, 2026 NYT CONNECTIONS ANSWER SPOILED FOR YOU. Ready? OK!...
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Are global oil stocks big enough to weather another six months of US-Iran war?
By Anushree Mukherjee Aug 13 (Reuters) - As the U.S.-Iran war drags on with no end in sight, oil traders and policymakers are grappling with a critical question: are global oil stocks enough to offset...
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Tapestry forecasts strong annual profit as Coach draws young shoppers
Aug 13 (Reuters) - Tapestry on Thursday issued an upbeat annual earnings forecast after beating Wall Street estimates for quarterly profit, helped by resilient demand from affluent and young shoppers...
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Thoma Bravo to take Accelerant private in more than $4 billion deal
Aug 13 (Reuters) - Accelerant said on Thursday that private equity firm Thoma Bravo will take the insurance marketplace private in an all-cash deal worth more than $4 billion....
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The quickest way to find a car's gas tank
Every non-EV driver knows there comes a time in your journey when you have to fill the car up with gas.
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Seattle Mariners at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions
The Seattle Mariners (56-65) and New York Yankees (68-52) meet Thursday for the finale of their 3-game series. First pitch from Yankee Stadium in New York, New York, is set for 1:35 p.m. ET....
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Morning Bid: Brief relief
By Mike Dolan Aug 13 (Reuters) - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets There were no fireworks in the July consumer inflation report,...
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Exclusive-Vantage Data Centers explores IPO at $100 billion valuation or sale, sources say
By Milana Vinn and Echo Wang NEW YORK, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Vantage Data Centers, a major hyperscale developer and operator, is exploring options including an IPO or sale as soon as next year, according...
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Is Aaron Rodgers playing vs Packers? Steelers QB's status for preseason opener
The Pittsburgh Steelers will face the Green Bay Packers in their preseason opener Aug. 13 at Acrisure Stadium. The game will mark Mike McCarthy’s debut as the coach of his hometown team....
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2026 U.S. Amateur live updates: Round of 32 scores, tee times, highlights
ARDMORE, PA — A marathon is set to begin Thursday at the 2026 U.S. Amateur.
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Bengals legend outlines reason for optimism not tied to Joe Burrow
CANTON, OH – In an offseason of seismic change in the AFC North, the Cincinnati Bengals were the lone team in the division to enter the 2026 season with the same head coach with which it ended the...
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We have a winner! $1 billion Powerball jackpot ticket sold in Illinois
The search for Powerball's newest billionaire is underway after a single ticket sold in Illinois won $1 billion jackpot on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
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Cleveland Guardians at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions
The Cleveland Guardians (59-62) and the Detroit Tigers (59-61) wrap up a 3-game AL Central series Thursday at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET....
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Wall St futures tick higher as oil retreats ahead of inflation data
Aug 13 (Reuters) - Futures tied to Wall Street's main indexes inched higher on Thursday as crude oil prices fell and investors awaited producer-price inflation data for clues on inflation and the...
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Exclusive-Microsoft retreats in China, but AI boom helps it keep a window open
By Eduardo Baptista and Casey Hall BEIJING/SHANGHAI, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Microsoft once regarded the idea of quitting China as unthinkable.
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Senior US market watchdog official exits to join dealmaking fintech Finalis
By Michelle Price WASHINGTON, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Steven Price, senior vice president of market investigations at the U.S.
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Trump promised a sex-trafficking crackdown. His Justice Department hasn't delivered
By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff, Brad Heath and Kristina Cooke WASHINGTON, Aug 13 (Reuters) - The Trump administration has repeatedly said the fight against sex trafficking is one of its top priorities....
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"He owned 27% and now they own Ramona about 77%, is …
Brian Windhorst: "He owned 27% and now they own Ramona about 77%, is that correct? Shelburne: That the Buss family owns 17 or 18… Windhorst: And Patrick Soon-Shiong owns about 7%....
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‘Chris Paul is a very good friend of Bob Iger's. He …
Ramona Shelburne: ‘Chris Paul is a very good friend of Bob Iger's. He just recently retired, so he's available. I know he has some production company designs that he's done....
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Magic Johnson: 'If it's not for Jerry Buss, there's no Showtime, there's no Kobe and Shaq'
Magic Johnson: 'Somebody helped me to become an owner. I don't own the Dodgers by myself. I didn't own LAFC or the Sparks. Somebody helped me to become an owner. And Dr....
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Magic Johnson: "If it wasn't for the YMCA and the Boys …
Magic Johnson: "If it wasn't for the YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club, I wouldn't be here today.
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Steelers QBs Will Howard, Drew Allar set to make highly anticipated debuts vs Packers
Since the moment the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted quarterback Drew Allar in April, fans have been sorting themselves.
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Steelers' Mike McCarthy, Aaron Rodgers prepare for unique matchup with ex-team Packers
It’s not unusual to see an NFL coach or quarterback face a former team at some point. It is unusual to see a Super Bowl-winning combo of both go against their former franchise together....
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Circle K fuel day to offer discount gas for drivers. How to get offer
Get ready for another Circle K gas deal. Inner Circle K members can save 40 cents a gallon from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13 at participating Circle K locations....
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Ranking the 10 riskiest picks in fantasy football for 2026
You can't make an omelet without breaking a few eggs, right? Fantasy football is no different.
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The Lakers have been sold for a record $12.5 billion. What happens now?
The Los Angeles Lakers were sold for a record $12.5 billion. So now what? Like every major sports league, the NBA has specific protocols in place to structure the sale of franchises....
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Taylor Farms outbreaks show limits of U.S. ability to safeguard produce from Mexico
By Cassandra Garrison MEXICO CITY, Aug 13 - Two foodborne illness outbreaks linked to Taylor Farms have exposed a weakness at the heart of North America's food system: the United States is...
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Dodgers vs. Brewers: Who has the edge? Position-by-position breakdown
A sneak preview of the 2026 National League Championship Series might be set to unfold at Dodger Stadium starting Thursday night, Aug. 13.