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New York Yankees Acquire Former Top Prospect Fernando Martinez

Brian T. Smith of the Houston Chronicle reports that the Houston Astros have agreed to send outfielder Fernando Martinez to the New York Yankees in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Charles Basford. Martinez, a former top prospect in the New York Mets organization who was ranked as high as No. Show More Summary

PFT Live: Schaub’s legacy in Houston

John McClain of the Houston Chronicle names his four selections for the Texans’ Mt. Rushmore and defends his decision to include quarterback Matt Schaub. Mike Florio vehemently disagrees with McClain’s decision to include Schaub.

PFT Live 06/18: John McClain, Jim Wyatt

Mike Florio talks with John McClain of the Houston Chronicle about the latest news and players that belong on the Texans Mount Rushmore. Then, Florio talks with Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean about the Oilers/Titans that should be on their Mount Rushmore.            

Massive San Antonio NSA Data Center Raises Eyebrows

Even as reports break about the size and scope of the National Security Agency’s vast data storage center in Utah, new details are emerging about a second massive NSA center in San Antonio, Texas. According to the Houston Chronicle,Show More Summary

A.M. Headlines

(FiveThirtyEight): "Polls show chemical weapons affect public view on Syria" (Gail Collins - NYT): "The other side of the story" (Houston Chronicle): "Gomez leans on military past on Mass. Senate race" (The Guardian): "Iran presidential election: second round forecast after late flurry at polls" (Politico): "Paul Ryan explains GOP's 2012 loses"

Anti-Gay Texas Lawmaker Attends LGBT Pride Reception, Drinks, Realizes He's at Wrong Party

(twitter justin snow) GOP Texas Rep. Ralph Hall, a DOMA supporter, wandered into the Victory Fund Pride reception earlier this week and had a few drinks. The Houston Chronicle reports: Of course, that was before the he realized he was...

Stamps Give Collectors Mental Satisfaction

Bob Dumaine, owner of Sam Houston Duck Co., is featured in a nice article that appears in the Houston Chronicle. Written by reporter Alyson Ward, " Collectors Looking for New Generation to Carry on Hobby," says "Dumaine, 73, got his first stamp at age 10, but he didn't become a real collector until he was in high school. Show More Summary

Women step forward and tell horror stories about abortionist accused of twisting babies heads off

by Operation Rescue staff Houston, Texas, June 11, 2013 (OperationRescue.org) – Yesterday, The Houston Chronicle posted a banner headline article on page A-1 that continued to hammer late-term abortionist Douglas Karpen, noting details of several malpractice suits that alleged horrific abortion complications,…

Newspaper Highlights Abortionist Who Twists Off Necks of Babies Born Alive

Yesterday The Houston Chronicle posted a banner headline article on page A-1 that continued to hammer late-term abortionist Douglas Karpen, noting details of several malpractice suits that alleged horrific abortion complications, including the late-term abortion death of 15-year old Denise Montoya in 1985. This article came on the heels of letters sent to by Rep. [...]

Dwight Howard, Chris Paul reportedly Rockets' 'No. 1 and 1A' in free agency

All along, it appeared the Houston Rockets were going to focus on chasing free-agent center Dwight Howard when July hit, but the Houston Chronicle reports that Clippers point guard Chris Paul won't be an alternative option -- he'll be an additional one. Howard and Paul were called "targets No. Show More Summary

Blake Shelton Sticks Up for Holly Tucker, Blasts Critic as "Chicken "S--t"

On Tuesday night, Holly Tucker was eliminated from The Voice. Soon afterward Joey Guerra - music critic for The Houston Chronicle - Tweeted the following: "#TheVoice sends one singer back to Texas. Don't worry, it's not the one we care...Show More Summary

Texans breaking early today to honor fallen firefighters

The Texans are getting their OTA work in early this morning, and they’re doing it with heavy hearts. According to Tania Ganguli of the Houston Chronicle, the Texans coaches and players will attend a memorial for four Houston firefighters who were killed Friday. “It’s important to us as an organization and a team,” coach Gary…

Kanye West's 'New Slaves' Screenings Shut Down in Houston

On Friday, Kanye West's Houston screenings for the visual companion to the new single from his upcoming album, Yeezus, "New Slaves," were a bust, according to the Houston Chronicle. It's unclear why the screenings didn't proceed as planned. Houston police shut down the Yeezus revival at Rothko. Show More Summary

Houston Cops Were Not Having Kanye West's Face Projection Promotion...

Don’t mess with — or project a stylized version of yoru face screaming your new song on libraries in — Texas. Apparently. Full report at the Houston Chronicle (via Spin): The superstar rapper’s plan was to project a new song and visual on the Rothko Chapel, Central Library downtown and the George Bush Monument. Show More Summary

Weiner envy

(Scott Johnson) Since the rancid Anthony Weiner announced his campaign for the mayoralty of New York, I’ve been looking for an excuse to enter the Anthony Weiner punning sweepstakes. Now I think the Houston Chronicle may have provided the fodder. Show More Summary

Texans, rookie OLB Sam Montgomery reach deal

The Texans have agreed to a contract with third-round pick Sam Montgomery, Tania Ganguli of the Houston Chronicle reported Thursday. The 6-foot-3, 262-pound Montgomery will play outside linebacker in the Texans’ 3-4 scheme. He recorded 19 sacks in three seasons for LSU. After the selection of Montgomery, Texans linebackers coach Reggie Herring called the rookie linebacker…

Brooks Reed learning to play inside if needed

It’s a good thing Texans linebacker Brooks Reed is healthy enough to work in OTAs, because he has some extra work to do. According to Tania Ganguli of the Houston Chronicle, Reed is working inside, in case the Texans need him there this year. “I’m not 100 percent switching positions, but I’m trying to learn…

Houston Texans: Who Is to Blame for Not Uncovering Ed Reed's Injury?

The top story for the Houston Texans over the last 48 hours has been the history of Ed Reed’s hip injury. John McClain, Texans beat writer for the Houston Chronicle, first made it known to the world: Last week, FS Ed Reed underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair a small labral tear in his hip. Show More Summary

Trevardo Williams latest Texans draft pick to sign

The Texans added a pair of players to the mix at outside linebacker during the draft and they’ve gotten one of them under contract. John McClain of the Houston Chronicle reports that the Texans have agreed to terms with fourth-round pick Trevardo Williams on his rookie four-year deal. That leaves the Texans with five players…

Fringe Misogynists Expose Themselves To The Houston Chronicle