U.S. Track has dramatic night in 4x100 relay, Khelif gets her gold
It was a dramatic night for the United States in track and field at the Paris Olympics, and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif won gold after facing scrutiny over misconceptions about her sex.
WATCH: ShaโCarri Richardson chases down 2 competitors in rain to end her first Olympics with a relay gold
American sprint star Sha'Carri Richardson has her first Olympic gold.
WATCH: Harvard graduate Gabby Thomas sprints to 200-meter gold medal for the United States by a big margin
Gabby Thomas has sped to the win in the womenโs 200 meters at the 2024 Olympics.
Jordan Spieth is now an expert on what a 59 looks like in golf. He's watched it happen twice
Jordan Spieth became a footnote in history as the only player on the PGA Tour to twice play alongside someone who shot 59.
Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas fails in challenge to rules that bar her from elite women's races
Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has failed in her challenge against World Aquatics rules that stop her from competing in elite womenโs races.
Short-term rentals workshop held in Houston this Saturday to help fed up homeowners
District F Council Member Thomas says she wants to bridge the educational gap by holding a workshop Saturday where homeowners can learn how to combat, through legal means, the growing number of short-term rentals used for house parties in their areas.
Cracking down on short-term rentals used as โparty houses,โ How a Houston Council Member wants to help you fight back
Many Houston residents have voiced their frustrations with short-term rentals being used as party houses, and a city council member is looking to educate and inform so homeowners have the legal tools necessary to fight back.
College swimmers, volleyball players sue NCAA over transgender policies
Former Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines was among more than a dozen college athletes who filed a lawsuit against the NCAA, accusing it of violating their Title IX rights by allowing transgender woman Lia Thomas to compete at the national championships in 2022.
Kayla DiCello takes gold in USA Gymnastics Winter Cup. Olympic champ Sunisa Lee falls on bars, beam
Kayla DiCello seized the accolades projected for some of her higher-profile counterparts by winning the uneven bars and floor exercise on the way to the all-around title at the USA Gymnastics Winter Cup on Saturday.
Churches and nonprofits ensnared in Georgia push to restrict bail funds
For years, churches and nonprofits have banded together money to bail out people from jail, often in time for Mother's Day or Father's Day.
Bayou Firetruck brings fun, one-of-a-kind firetruck experience around the Houston community
Bayou Firetruck is a Houston based firetruck ready to come to your next event, like birthday parties, tailgates, gender reveals, wedding send offs and more.
Christopher Nolan on 'Oppenheimer' Oscar success: 'Sometimes you catch a wave'
Christopher Nolan was still sleeping when his film, โOppenheimer,โ landed a leading 13 Academy Awards nominations Tuesday.
A woman was hired to investigate racial harassment after a suicide. Then she encountered it herself
A Black woman hired by a northern Utah school district to investigate racial harassment complaints says that she also experienced discrimination from district officials.
Las Vegas hotel workers union reaches tentative deal with Caesars, but threat of strike still looms
The Culinary Workers Union in Las Vegas has reached a tentative deal with casino giant Caesars Entertainment that could help avert a sweeping strike.
Breanna Stewart edges Alyssa Thomas and A'ja Wilson for WNBA MVP award in tight race
Breanna Stewart won the WNBAโs Most Valuable Player award for the second time in her career Tuesday in a very close race.
Gabby Thomas holds off Sha'Carri Richardson to win the 200 at the US track and field championships
Gabby Thomas held off ShaโCarri Richardson with the best time in the world this year to win the womenโs 200 meters at the U.S. track and field championships.
Alyssa Thomas, DeWanna Bonner and Elena Delle Donne headline WNBA All-Star reserves
WNBA career triple-double leader Alyssa Thomas of Connecticut was selected an All-Star reserve by the leagueโs coaches.
Oklahoma women win second straight NCAA gymnastics title
Trinity Thomas of Florida tied the record with her 28th career perfect 10 and Oklahoma won its second consecutive team title at the NCAA womenโs gymnastics championships.
Channelview man charged in death of woman he claims was due to โerotic asphyxiationโ
A man has been accused of strangling his girlfriend in what he claims happened during a sex act Tuesday morning in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriffโs Office.
Houston leaders, parents react to possibility of TEA taking over HISD
Reactions are mixed as Houstonians discuss the possibility of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) taking over the stateโs largest school district.
HPD: Suspect killed after leading officers on chase, firing at them on Southwest Freeway near Highway 90
A suspect has died after a police chase that ended in a shootout in Sugar Land, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Stewart, debuting Thomas help US beat Belgium in WCup opener
Breanna Stewart scored 22 points and Alyssa Thomas had 14 points, nine assists and seven rebounds in her debut for the United States, which beat Belgium 87-72 in its World Cup opener.
Sun rout Sky 104-80, force Game 5 in WNBA semifinals series
DeWanna Bonner and Courtney Williams each scored 19 points to help the Connecticut Sun rout the Chicago Sky 104-80 and force a decisive Game 5 in their WNBA playoffs semifinal series.
Houston city council member announces new public safety initiatives
A Houston city council member said sheโs taking steps to address concerns about public safety in her district, which includes areas of Alief and Westchase.
Penn's Thomas becomes first transgender woman to win NCAAs
Lia Thomas took control in the final 100 yards of the 500-yard freestyle to make history Thursday as the first transgender woman to win an NCAA swimming championship.
Transgender Penn swimmer Thomas ends Ivy meet with 3rd title
University of Pennsylvania transgender swimmer Lia Thomas won her lone individual matchup of the week with Yale's Iszac Henig at the Ivy League championship, edging Henig to win the 100-meter freestyle.
Councilmember โsuspiciousโ of leadership at Houston Airports System following sexual harassment, retaliation complaint
Houston city councilmember Tiffany Thomas said she is โsuspiciousโ of the current management team at the Houston Airport System.
THE 411: Taylor Thomas
Taylor Thomas can ball. She's one of the top 13-6A kill artists but you would never know it by her chill personalty. She can also run and jump as an integral part of the track and field team. She is also a stud on the powder puff football team and will not be beaten.
Hospitals run low on nurses as they get swamped with COVID
The surge in COVID-19 infections across the U.S. has caused a shortage of nurses and other front-line staff in virus hot spots that can no longer keep up with the flood of unvaccinated patients.
Podcast: Behind the scenes at the Olympic equestrian stables
Stephanie Simpson, U.S. equestrian Boyd Martinโs barn manager and head groom, takes you inside the Olympic equestrian stables to talk about the daunting task of shipping horses to the Games and the amount of care they require.
RECRUITING: Houston Christian's D'Asia Thomas picks up Oklahoma State offer, recruiting speeding up
HOUSTON - If you would have told D'Asia Thomas four years ago that in a single week she would receive offers to play college basketball at SMU, North Texas, Wichita State and Oklahoma State University - she wouldn't have believed you.
Brain health myths people commonly believe, tips for boosting your memory
After a COVID-19 infection, many people are complaining about lingering symptoms of โbrain fog.โ Itโs that sluggish, fuzzy feeling you get when you canโt think clearly, often felt while youโre sick.
S Carolina Republicans give expanding voting a brief hearing
A bill in South Carolina that would greatly expand voting through no-excuse absentee ballots and eliminating witnesses for votes cast by mail got a hearing in the Republican dominated Legislature.
Oprahโs โReady to Loveโ returns to Houston for another season
HOUSTON โ Tuesday, April 2, 2021 is the highly anticipated return of the dating reality show โReady to Loveโ by Record-breaking Hollywood producer Will Packer and hosted by Tommy Miles. โReady to Loveโsโ most recent cycle helped make OWN #1 on Friday nights for African American viewers. Ready to Love (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Thomas โNephew Tommyโ Miles has built a career that encompasses radio, television, film and more. Thomasโ role as co-host of the nationally syndicated Steve Harvey Morning Show puts him in front of a live radio audience of more than 8 million listeners daily.
Cha-ching: These 4 apps could save you thousands
Shop SavvyFirst up, itโs an app called Shop Savvy. Shop Savvy works with you while you are in the store shopping for whatever you want. Melissa Thomas, a mother raising three teenage daughters in Katy, uses Shop Savvy all the time. AdโI just went on the Shop Savvy app and scanned the barcode of the jeans I wanted,โ Thomas said. The very same pair of jeans.โGet more info about Shop Savvy here.
Sarah Thomas set to become first woman to officiate a Super Bowl
FILE - Down judge Sarah Thomas is shown before an NFL football game between the Cleveland Browns and the Washington Football Team in Cleveland, in this Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, file photo. Sarah Thomas will cap her sixth NFL season by becoming the first female to officiate the Super Bowl in NFL history. Thomas, a down judge, is part of the officiating crew announced Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021, by the NFL. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)
Sarah Thomas to be 1st female to officiate at Super Bowl
Sarah Thomas will cap her sixth NFL season by becoming the first female to officiate the Super Bowl in NFL history. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)NEW YORK โ Sarah Thomas will cap her sixth NFL season by becoming the first female to officiate the Super Bowl in NFL history. โSarah Thomas has made history again as the first female Super Bowl official,โ said Troy Vincent, Sr., the NFL's executive vice resident of football operations. "Her elite performance and commitment to excellence has earned her the right to officiate the Super Bowl. This will be the first Super Bowl for Coleman as well as Thomas and second for Cheffers, Bryan, Baynes, Hall and Paganelli.
GRIND Basketball: Local hoop prospect launches revolutionary product through hard work
Thomas Fields was a city-ranked basketball prospect at Heights High School a few years back. Fields wanted to use the shooting machine at his high school, but he never had full access to it. He started the research and development on a portable shooting machine in his garage on the northside of Houston, and the rest is history. Creating a shooting machine that folds in a large duffle-bag, designed specifically to make basketball players, trainers and teams great. Consumers can purchase The GRIND Machine online for $1,595.00 and can expect delivery starting Spring 2021.
VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Swimmer of the Year Poll
Vote for the VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Swimmer of the Year until December 28th! VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Swimmer of the Year Poll (Closes 12/28 at 11pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Swimmer of the Year Poll
Vote for the VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Swimmer of the Year until December 22nd! VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Swimmer of the Year Poll (Closes 12/22 at 11pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year Poll
The 2021 Texas high school soccer season is approaching. So, it's time to vote for the VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year until December 11th at 11 p.m.VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year (Poll closes 12/11 at 11 p.m.)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year Poll
The 2021 Texas high school soccer season is approaching. So, it's time to vote for the VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year until December 11th at 11 p.m.VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year (Poll closes 12/11 at 11 p.m.)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
Overtaxed Idaho health facilities on brink of rationing care
Primary Health will turn three more facilities into COVID-19 clinics by Dec. 30 and has plans to change over more if needed. โI'm not at the hospitals,โ said Dr. David Peterman, a pediatrician and CEO of Primary Health Medical Group. Health care workers would have to choose who gets treatment and who doesnโt. Nickolas Orr was one of two soldiers meeting patients in their cars outside the Primary Health clinic. Meanwhile, inside the Primary Health clinic, Thomas, the physician assistant, put on sterilized protective equipment as workers sanitized an exam room before the next patient.
Local program provides one-on-one academic help for students during pandemic
A Houston program is providing one-on-one academic help to make sure students stay connected in a safe way. The Education Building at The Forge for families Center takes pride in assisting parents through the pandemic. They navigate students through the virtual learning process and help with homework and assignments. Thomas is the Program Director at the Forge for families Center. To learn more about the Forge for families center, click here.
Bach issues gentle plea for Olympians to get vaccinated
IOC President Thomas Bach wearing a protective mask talks to journalists during a visit to Olympic and Paralympic Village in Tokyo Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. (Nicolas Datiche/Pool Photo via AP)TOKYO โ As he toured the Athletes Village on Tuesday, IOC President Thomas Bach issued a gentle plea to all competitors to get vaccinated before the Tokyo Olympics โ if a vaccine is available. In a more private setting, Bach has spoken directly about Olympic athletesโ responsibility to consider the vaccine. In an on-line session last month with the IOCโs Athletesโ Commission, Bach was asked โ among other things โ if athletes would be โforcedโ to be vaccinated. As well as the 11,000 Olympic athletes, there could be tens of thousands of officials, judges, VIPs, and media and broadcasters traveling to Japan for the games.
VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week
We're 10 weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week. Vote for the Austin area's top athletes until Monday November 9th at 11 p.m. To nominate an athlete for future poll consideration, please send player stats to @Texan8thGen in a Facebook message or tag VYPEATX with that information on Twitter by Monday at 11:59 a.m.VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week (Closes 11/9 at 11 pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Week 10 Play of the Week Poll
Week 10 of the 2020 Texas high school football season was full of exciting plays. Watch the play of the week nominee highlights below and vote for your favorite until Thursday November 5th at 12:30 p.m.VYPE Week 10 Play of the Week Poll (Closes 11/5 at 12:30 p.m.)Watch the Play of the Week Highlight Nominees (by VYPE Media's Joshua Waclawczyk):Week 10 Plays of the Week www.youtube.comFor more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX and @VYPESATX Instagram and @VYPEATX and @VYPESATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Football Highlights: Geronimo Navarro & Houston Christian Battle
On Friday October 30th, UIL 14-4A Division II member Geronimo Navarro traveled from South Texas to Southeast Texas to play a non-district game against a SPC program in Houston Christian. Check out the game's VYPE Live highlights below. Navarro DEFEATS Houston Christian ||TXHSFB www.youtube.comFor more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year Poll
The 2020-2021 Texas high school boys basketball season tipped off with the first UIL team practices on Wednesday. With games right around the corner, vote for the VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year until November 6th at 11 p.m.VYPE Austin Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year (Poll closes 11/6 at 11 p.m.)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year Poll
The 2020-2021 Texas high school boys basketball season tipped off with the first UIL team practices on Wednesday. With games right around the corner, vote for the VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year until November 6th at 10 p.m.VYPE San Antonio Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year (Poll closes 11/6 at 10 p.m.)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Week 9 Play of the Week Poll
Week 9 of the 2020 Texas high school football season was full of exciting plays. Watch the play of the week nominee highlights below and vote for your favorite until Thursday October 29th at 2:30 p.m.VYPE Week 9 Play of the Week Poll (Closes 10/29 at 2:30 p.m.)Watch the Play of the Week Highlight Nominees:Week 9 Plays of the Week www.youtube.comFor more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX and @VYPESATX Instagram and @VYPEATX and @VYPESATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Austin Preseason Girls Basketball Player of the Year Poll
The 2020-2021 Texas high school girls basketball season tipped off with the first UIL team practices on Wednesday. With games right around the corner, vote for the VYPE Austin Preseason Girls Basketball Player of the Year until October 30th at 11 p.m.VYPE Austin Preseason Girls Basketball Player of the Year (Poll closes 10/30 at 11 p.m.)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio Preseason Girls Basketball Player of the Year Poll
The 2020-2021 Texas high school girls basketball season tipped off with the first UIL team practices on Wednesday. With games right around the corner, vote for the VYPE San Antonio Preseason Girls Basketball Player of the Year until October 30th at 10 p.m.VYPE San Antonio Preseason Girls Basketball Player of the Year (Poll closes 10/30 at 10 p.m.)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio Midseason Volleyball Player of the Year
The 2020 Texas high school volleyball season has reached the halfway point. Now, it's time to vote for the VYPE San Antonio Midseason Volleyball Player of the Year until October 23rd at 7 p.m.VYPE San Antonio Midseason Volleyball Player of the Year Poll (Closes 10/23 at 7pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week
We're seven weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week. Vote for the Austin area's top athletes until Monday October 19th at 11 p.m. To nominate an athlete for future poll consideration, please send player stats to @Texan8thGen in a Facebook message or tag VYPEATX with that information on Twitter by Monday at 11:59 a.m.VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week (Closes 10/19 at 11 pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com
Poll hours extended after technical glitch causes widespread early-voting problems in Fort Bend County
MISSOURI CITY, Texas โ Poll hours have been extended all this week in Fort Bend County after a technical issue caused widespread problems Tuesday for voters who tried to cast their ballots on the first day of early voting. โThe elections board they couldโve had more people out to help them technically so they could resolve problems quickly,โ Green said. Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George said he was also disappointed when he noticed the problems while voting at the Smart Financial Centre on Wednesday morning. George said in a tweet that starting Wednesday through Saturday, poll closing times have been extended to 7 p.m. at all sites โto ensure safe, fair, and accessible elections in Fort Bend County.โ The extension begins Wednesday and runs for the remainder of the week.
The Latest: Memphis expanding capacity for football games
Memphis fell out of the AP Top 25 after a loss at SMU last weekend in the Tigersโ first game since their opener Sept. 5. Memphis recently laid off 19 people inside the athletic department, with furloughs planned through the end of the current fiscal year. ___The Cincinnati Bengals will be allowed to double their home crowd to 12,000 for the remaining six games at Paul Brown Stadium. The next possibility for hosting fans for the Vikings would be the Detroit game on Nov. 8. Colbert started 13 games last season and recorded 61 tackles, an interception and four pass breakups.
VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week
We're six weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week. Vote for the Austin area's top athletes until Monday October 12th at 8 p.m. To nominate an athlete for future poll consideration, please send player stats to @Texan8thGen in a Facebook message or tag VYPEATX with that information on Twitter by Monday at 11:59 a.m.VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week (Closes 10/12 at 8pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio UIL Football Player of the Week
We're five weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE San Antonio UIL Football Player of the Week. Vote for the San Antonio area's top athletes until Monday October 5th at 9 p.m.VYPE San Antonio UIL Football Player of the Week (Closes 10/5 at 9pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week
We're five weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week. Vote for the Austin area's top athletes until Monday October 5th at 8 p.m.VYPE Austin UIL Football Player of the Week (Closes 10/5 at 8pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media. To nominate an athlete for future poll consideration, please send player stats to @Texan8thGen in a Facebook message or tag VYPEATX with that information on Twitter by Monday at 8 a.m. Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week
We're four weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week. Vote for the San Antonio area's top athletes until Monday September 28th at 11 p.m.VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week (Closes 9/28 at 11pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week
We're three weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the latest VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week. Vote for the San Antonio area's top athletes until Monday September 21st at 8 p.m.VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week (Closes 9/21 at 8pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week
We're two weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time to crown the VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week. Vote for the San Antonio area's top athletes until Monday September 14th at 8 p.m.VYPE San Antonio UIL Small School Football Player of the Week (Closes 9/14 at 8pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
The Latest: Thailand withdraws from Thomas and Uber Cups
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___The Thai badminton federation says it has withdrawn from the Thomas and Uber Cups after high-profile players pulled out because of concerns regarding COVID-19. The federation says the absences of former world champion Ratchanok Intanon, No. 3-ranked mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai and others meant the country couldnt field a team in the Oct. 3-11 world teams event in Denmark. Thailand badminton federation president Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul says player safety and health has always been our priority concern. We respect the players decision.The Badminton World Federation said last month the Thomas and Uber Cup Finals would go ahead in Aarhus, Denmark, despite an overhaul of the tournament calendar following the shuttering of international competition during the coronavirus pandemic.
Top VYPE San Antonio Linebacker Recruit Poll
It's always a great time to recognize football talent, so vote for the San Antonio area's top UIL athletes until Tuesday August 18th at 7 p.m. on the Top VYPE San Antonio Linebacker Recruit Poll. Top VYPE San Antonio Linebacker Recruit Poll (Closes 8/18 at 7pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen) and VYPE (@VYPESATX) on Twitter. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
Top VYPE Austin Linebacker Recruit Poll
It's always a great time to recognize football talent, so vote for the Austin area's top UIL athletes until Monday August 17th at 10 p.m. on the Top VYPE Austin Linebacker Recruit Poll. Top VYPE Austin Linebacker Recruit Poll (Closes 8/17 at 10pm)For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen) and VYPE (@VYPEATX) on Twitter. Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.
Community honors Josue Flores with memorial marker in Near Northside
HOUSTON A permanent granite marker acknowledging the life of Josue Flores was installed Wednesday in Near Northside, Houston City Councilwoman Karla Cisneros announced. The marker is located near where the 11-year-old boy was stabbed to death while walking home from school in 2016. Since Floress death, community members have faithfully and lovingly maintained an altar in his honor, Cisneros said in a Facebook post. Thank you Father Thomas for blessing the site and for the comfort you bring to this family and community, Cisneros said. This permanent marker will help (ensure) that he will never be forgotten.Flores case remains unsolved.
VYPE 411: Allen's Chloe Thomas
VYPE caught up with Thomas for the 411 on the star from Allen High School. VYPE: How long have you been playing Volleyball and how did you get your start? Thomas: I've been playing volleyball since the 6th grade. Thomas: My greatest high school memory in general is definitely my first hoco. And my favorite high school volleyball memory was winning a dance battle against Hebron at a volleyball tournament.
Lone Star College teams up with Comcast Houston to give students free internet
But Lone Star College wants to help ease the burden. The Houston North Campus has teamed up with Comcast Houston to offer some students free internet service. Like, Lone Star College student Montoya Thomas. And now thanks to a partnership between Lone Star College a Comcast Houston she doesnโt have to worry about her studies anymore. President of Lone Star College Houston North, Dr. Quentin Wright, said a lot of their students also get mentoring, tutoring and help with food.
VIDEO: Massive spider spotted outside Texas womanโs home
Teouna Thomas posted a photo and video of the huge eight-legged creature that happened upon her home. Thomas wrote on Facebook, โTHIS IS NOT A TOY GUYS...I PROMISE IโM STILL SHAKING. Someone please tell me what this is?โTHIS IS NOT A TOY GUYS...I PROMISE I'M STILL SHAKING. Posted by Teouna Thomas on Friday, June 19, 2020The San Antonio Zoo identified the spider as a Texas Tan Tarantula, a common species in Texas, according to a report. Thomasโ husband managed to wrangle the spider into a plastic container and it was later released into the wild.
A force trained to safeguard peaceful protests turns on them
Democratic lawmakers want answers about the clubbing, punching and other force deployed by some Park Police in routing protesters from the front of the White House on Monday. Bernhardt in the letter took responsibility for asking for the National Guard deployment at federal monuments in the Washington protests. White House officials and others in the administration had pinned the decision on Barr. The White House and the Park Police have emphatically denied that tear gas was used to clear the demonstrators Monday. Theres millions of people who come to the White House every year, Thomas said of the protest space.