Harden Westbrook duel opens NBA playoffs in dramatic first round
The opening round features Russell Westbrook and James Harden facing off in a dream matchup after a record season for both. The West teams include Warriors and Cavaliers aiming for a repeat, while Eastern seeds host Indiana Toronto Milwaukee and Washington Atlanta as the playoff chase begins. In another theater of war, U S forces used the MOAB on an Islamic State tunnel complex in Nangarhar Afghanistan, the largest nonnuclear weapon employed by the U S military.
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Academic All-District honors listed for Valencia area players
Omar Gonzalez and Marco Valladares of GCM received honorable mention while other district selections include Brian Diaz Abimael Martinez Gustavo Montemayor David Rodriguez Steven Toledo Adalidi Trevino Octaviano Valencia and Alejandro Alonso. The awards are a testament to individual achievement.
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Omar Gonzalez
Marco Valladares
GCM
Brian Diaz
Abimael Martinez
Gustavo Montemayor
David Rodriguez
Steven Toledo
Adalid Trevino
Octaviano Valencia
Alejandro Alonso
GCM Coach Lauds Team After Tough District Season
GCM head coach William Freeman praised the players for their hard work this season. He noted district play was challenging but emphasized the boys excelled in the classroom and on the field, reflecting their dedication and improvement overall.
Eagles stay undefeated in district with 4-2 win over Humble
Ea gles beat Humble 4-2 to stay 20-3 in District 21-5A as Koby Emerson earned the win in four relief innings and Michael Disney secured the save. Bryce Bonnin went 3 for 3 with an RBI and Daniel Balderama added 3 hits in a five inning scoring spread.
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Crosby shuts out Lee 8 to 0 in Easter break win
Crosby baseball dominates Lee with an 8-0 victory Thursday night, moving into Easter break on a high note as the offense and pitching shut down the opponent throughout the game.
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Crosby
Lee
Kingwood Defeats Goose Creek Memorial 5-1 in Narrow Win
Kingwood handed Goose Creek Memorial its fourth straight loss with a 5-1 victory. Oscar Moralez took the loss after three innings, allowing three earned runs on four hits as the Royals secured the win.
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Sterling Falls to Summer Creek 4 1 in baseball setback
The Sterling Rangers dropped their fifth straight, losing 4-1 to Summer Creek on Wednesday. Chris Moore took the loss after three innings, giving up four runs, none earned, on three hits with two walks and three strikeouts. Fabian Teran and Nick Salinas pitched two scoreless innings each in relief. Noe Molina went 2 for 3 to pace the offense as Sterling slipped to 7-13.
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Baytown animal shelter plan aims to boost life saving programs
A Life to Live proposes a downtown Baytown facility to complement Baytown Animal Services with adoption, foster, and volunteer programs. The group cites strong community partnership, past aid, and plans for a trap-neuter-return program, low-cost vaccines, and education to improve cat and dog save rates.
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Burglary and theft reports across city blocks
A burglary of a vehicle was reported in the 3300 block of Rollingbrook Drive Tuesday afternoon with tools valued at 500 dollars stolen. A theft of a vehicle valued at 5000 dollars was reported in the 1700 block of Interstate 10 Tuesday afternoon. A burglary of vehicle parts was reported in the 6400 block of Garth Road Wednesday afternoon. A burglary of a vehicle occurred in the 1400 block of N Main Street Sunday night with tools valued at 50 dollars stolen.
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Burglary and Theft Reports From Baytown Police Beat
A burglary of a house was reported in the 4700 block of Mill Creek Drive Wednesday morning. Two key fobs and two house keys valued at 800 dollars were reported stolen. A burglary in the 3200 block of Marvin Road Wednesday morning involved tools valued at 350 dollars and household goods. A separate theft of tools valued at 1003 dollars occurred in the 4900 block of Garth Road Tuesday afternoon. Baytown Crime Stoppers offers rewards and anonymity. tips can be sent via text to 274637 with the word Baytown.
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Baytown 4th of July Celebration Wins New Fireworks Show
The Baytown July 4 festival introduces Magic in the Sky fireworks from San Antonio replacing Zambelli Fireworks. Highlights include the 28th annual Bud Heat Wave 5 Mile Run at 7 a.m., a Market Street parade at 5 30 p.m., and ceremonies at 7 45 p.m. with a 9 30 p.m. fireworks finale. Vendor space is full for food. crafts booths remain open. Information at baytown.org and budheatwave.org.
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Texas
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Texans tighten controls on synthetic marijuana with 2015 ban
The article notes cities including Pasadena, La Porte, and Deer Park passing bans, Houston enacting one in 2014, and Texas SB 331 from 2011. It details the September 1 2015 ban on evolving synthetic cannabis compounds, with penalties up to 50,000 dollars and possible life imprisonment. A film premiere aims to raise awareness, with a free screening and a link for registration.
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Pasadena
la Porte
Deer Park
Houston
Texas
Deputy continued tribute to chief as investigation unfolds
Across the district students and staff wore blue today honoring Chief Greenwood and local law enforcement. The suspected killer, 64 year old William Kenny of Houston, killed himself before arrest. police review videos and other evidence as the case remains under investigation.
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Goose Creek Cisd
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Houston
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Texas lands first new immigrant detention center
The GEO Group won a 110 million federal contract to build a 1,000 bed immigrant detention facility in Conroe Texas, set to open by year end next year, amid ICE plans to expand detention capacity as it faces funding and bed shortages. Immigrant rights advocates call the move unprecedented as private prisons expand again.
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