Red alert flights from Britain trigger global security crackdown
United States and allied investigators chase leads after a plot to smuggle chemicals on planes via sports drink bottles. Officials say teams of suspects used internet flight schedules, with renewed warnings of high risk and a ban on liquids in carry on baggage except baby formula and medicines. Governors deploy National Guard to major airports as the color coded alert rises to red for Britain bound flights and orange elsewhere.
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Reactions Mix as Airports Tighten Security After Plot
Community members at San Jacinto Mall and Baytown residents reacted to a thwarted terrorism plot. Airport checks at Houston's Hobby and Intercontinental extended wait times, with officials urging travelers to arrive early as security measures increase.
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Baytown council weighs future of Taft complex sale plan
Council approves a cure period and bids for the Taft complex after a potential buyer pledges rehabilitation plans. Lee and partners aim to close in 17 days, with fencing planned near Plumwood subdivision and asbestos survey funded from forfeited bonds. demolition could start in 30 to 45 days if sale stalls.
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Crosby Cyclones' first AAU season yields medals and records
The Crosby Cyclones fielded 36 athletes ages 8 to 18 and claimed the Young Men and Women Division team award on May 27 with seven boys and no girls. At the Gulf District Meet June 23-24 Crosby set two district records, Denisha Williams in shot put 30-2 and Gregory Williams in 400 hurdles 55.96. Twenty-eight Cyclones advanced to the San Antonio state meet, then five moved on to nationals where Denisha Williams earned silver in shot put and Paul Santillan placed eighth.
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Rangers Tennis Team Looks Strong for Season Opener
Woods moves to No 1 singles for the Rangers in a reshuffled lineup including Jagnanan at No 3 and Tremmel at No 5. The boys boast depth with Walker and Orsak at No 2 doubles and McDaniel with Tremmel at No 3. The girls show improved depth led by Kaitlyn Walker at No 1 and Breelan Angel at No 2, with Jagnanan and Dancel among others. Sterling opens at home versus La Porte with high hopes of challenging Kingwood.
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Dennis Hitting Back Up The Middle At NCAA Level
Dennis shows skill at driving the ball back up the middle and posts a 6.6 in the 60 yard dash. He aims to improve speed and consistency at the NCAA Division One level, stressing patience at the plate. Hillin praises his hitting ability, work ethic, and character as strengths.
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Rangers rally past Mariners with late three run doubles
Texas Rangers defeated Seattle 8-2 as Mark Teixeira and Michael Young delivered consecutive three run doubles. Teixeira extended his on base streak to 34 games and helped Texas move one game ahead of Seattle, closing the gap in the AL West. Adam Eaton allowed two homers in six innings.
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