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- 1Three teen shootings in Houston area leave three deadโThree Houston-area teen shootings leave three dead as teenage suspects face murder charges
Three separate shootings involving teenagers in the Houston area have left three people dead, and teenage suspects are now facing murder charges. Local reports indicate the cases unfolded across the region, drawing attention to a recent cluster of gun violence involving young suspects. Authorities have not detailed whether the shootings are connected.
- 2Teen charged with murder after student-athlete killed near Westbury HighโTeen charged with murder after 17-year-old student-athlete killed near Westbury High School, court docs say
A teenager has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old student-athlete near Westbury High School in Houston, according to court documents. The victim's death has drawn attention from local news and the school community, with residents concerned about violence occurring near campus.
- 3Astros control their destiny in final game for AL West crownโAstros control destiny in Game 162 as they battle for AL West crown
The Houston Astros head into Game 162 of the MLB regular season with their fate in their own hands, needing a win to claim the American League West division title. A victory would secure the crown outright, while a loss could open the door to rivals in the division race, making the season finale decisive for Houston.
- 4Wesneski's gem puts Astros on brink of AL West titleโHayden Wesneski's gem puts Astros in position for AL West clinch https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7634095/2026/09/27/ast
Hayden Wesneski delivered a dominant start for the Houston Astros, putting the team in position to clinch the AL West division title. With the regular season winding down, the win gives Houston the upper hand in the playoff race. Baseball fans are watching closely as the Astros close in on another division crown behind Wesneski's standout pitching performance.
- 5Lauries, Foley, Colangelo Bid for NBA Expansion Team in Las VegasโLauries, Foley, Colangelo Vie For NBA Expansion Team in Las Vegas, But What About Caesars and New Owner, Tilman Fertitta?
A group including the Laurie family, Las Vegas Aces owner Mark Foley and Bryan Colangelo is competing for an NBA expansion franchise in Las Vegas. Their bid raises questions about the involvement of Caesars Entertainment and new owner Tilman Fertitta, who owns the Houston Rockets and could be a rival or partner in bringing NBA basketball to the city.
- 6Bengals Fall to Texans in NFL Week 2 Highlight ReelโCincinnati Bengals vs Houston Texans Game Highlights | 2026 NFL Season Week 2
The Houston Texans hosted the Cincinnati Bengals in a Week 2 matchup of the 2026 NFL season, with the league's official highlight reel drawing heavy attention from fans. Viewers are dissecting the key plays, touchdowns and turnovers from the game, keeping both teams in the football conversation this week.
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Longtime pitcher Justin Verlander is retiring from Major League Baseball, closing out a career that included multiple World Series titles, Cy Young Awards and an MVP honour. Verlander pitched for teams including the Detroit Tigers and Houston Astros and is regarded as one of the greatest starters of his generation. Fans and fellow players are reacting with tributes across social media.
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Texas is moving to broaden its involvement in the space economy, according to a report from KXAN Austin. The state has been building on its existing space footprint, including SpaceX operations near Boca Chica and the Johnson Space Center in Houston, as commercial space activity grows across the country. Details of the expansion were limited in initial coverage.
- 9Pena homers twice as Astros rout Athletics 13-2โMLB AL: Houston 13 Athletics 2 (F) HOU 80-81; ATH 64-97 โฆ https://www. mlb.com/news/jeremy-pena-homer s-twice-as-astros-
The Houston Astros beat the Athletics 13-2, with Jeremy Pena hitting two home runs. Houston moves to 80-81 on the season, while the Athletics fall to 64-97. The lopsided AL result and Pena's big night at the plate are drawing attention from baseball fans following the late-season stretch.
- 10A's Aim to Play Spoiler Against Astros in FinaleโA's Have One More Game to Play Spoiler Against Houston
The Oakland Athletics have one remaining game against the Houston Astros, with a chance to hurt Houston's standing in the AL West race. Yahoo Sports highlighted the matchup, noting that while the A's are out of contention themselves, a win in the final meeting between the two clubs would make them spoilers in Houston's playoff push.
- 1117-Year-Old Charged With Murder in Westbury High Senior's Shootingโ17-year-old suspect identified, charged with murder in shooting of Westbury High School senior
A 17-year-old suspect has been identified and charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a Westbury High School senior in Houston. The killing of a student just before graduation has drawn attention from the local community, with residents and school families reacting to the loss of a young life and the suspect's young age.