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Texas Ironman triathlon short by 2 miles, records still hold

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New York Yankees' catcher Gary Sanchez (24) watches his home run hit for three runs in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros Tuesday, May 1, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Astros, Giles take one on chin as Sanchez lifts Yanks

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Monday, April 30, 2018, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Bauer starts Twitter spat for comments about Astros pitchers

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 29, 2012, file photo, Bela Karolyi, left, and his wife Martha Karolyi talk on the arena floor before the start of the preliminary round of the women's Olympic gymnastics trials in San Jose, Calif. A former member of the U.S. national team is the latest gymnast to file suit over sexual abuse by imprisoned former sports doctor Larry Nassar.Sabrina Vega was on the team that won a gold medal at the 2011 World Championships. The 22-year-old filed a lawsuit in Texas Tuesday, May 1, 2018, against Nassar, USA Gymnastics, the U.S. Olympic Committee and Bela and Martha Karolyi, who ran a ranch near Houston that was the training ground for U.S. women's gymnastics. In a statement, Vega alleges the organizations and the Karolyis didn't protect her and other athletes from Nassar's abuse.(AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)

Gymnast sues Karolyis, other groups over team doctor’s abuse

By JUAN A. LOZANO - Associated Press

Veterans join forces to repair Harvey-damaged Houston home

By ALYSON WARD - Associated Press

Houston Astros' starting pitcher Charlie Morton (50) throws against the New York Yankees during the first inning of a baseball game Monday, April 30, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Morton strikes out 10 to help Astros stop Yankees, 2-1

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

In this April 21, 2018, file photo, former presidents George W. Bush, left, and George H.W. Bush arrive at St. Martin's Episcopal Church for a funeral service for former first lady Barbara Bush in Houston. George H.W. Bush has been hospitalized in Houston with an infection, just after attending the funeral of his wife, Barbara, a spokesman said Monday, April 23. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)

George H.W. Bush to remain in the hospital, family spokesman says

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Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) shoots over Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell during the first half in Game 1 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series, Sunday, April 29, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

James Harden’s 41 points lead Rockets over Jazz in Game 1

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after a drawing a foul against the Minnesota Timberwolves on a dunk during Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Houston. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP)

Utah’s top defense looks to slow down powerful Rockets

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Sean Manaea delivers during the second inning of the team's baseball game against the Houston Astros, Friday, April 27, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Manaea follows no-no with strong start as A’s beat Astros

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Water flows over the spillway from Lake Houston into the San Jacinto River Saturday, May 30, 2015, in Houston. The Colorado River in Wharton and the Brazos and San Jacinto rivers near Houston are the main focus of concern as floodwaters moved from North and Central Texas downstream toward the Gulf of Mexico. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Severed heads found in Texas, Louisiana

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Houston approves plan to build 900 homes in flood plain

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Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza (1) drives to the basket as Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns, right, defends during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series, Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Capela scores 26, Rockets eliminate Wolves with 122-104 win

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston district backs off plan for takeover of 10 schools

By JUAN A. LOZANO - Associated Press

Former President George H.W. Bush waits on the field for first pitch ceremony before Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

George H.W. Bush out of intensive care

By Michael Graczyk - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) is defended by Indiana Pacers guard Darren Collison (2) and forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44) during the first half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series in Indianapolis, Sunday, April 22, 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

High 5: LeBron, Cavaliers set for critical game with Pacers

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 17, 2018, file photo, Houston Texans general manager Brian Gaine answers questions during his introductory news conference at NRG Stadium in Houston. Gaine has quite a challenge as he prepares for his first draft with the team. The Texans don't have a first-round pick for the first time in franchise history.(Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via AP, File)

Texans GM Gaine navigates draft minus picks in 1st 2 rounds

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Skaggs delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros, Monday, April 23, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Skaggs shuts down Astros; Angels win 2-0 after call reversed

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Houston Rockets' James Harden, left, and Minnesota Timberwolves' Jimmy Butler stare at the ball during the first half of Game 4 in an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Monday, April 23, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Harden, Rockets soar past Wolves 119-100 with 50-point 3rd

By DAVE CAMPBELL - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 17, 2018, file photo, Houston Astros outfielders Josh Reddick, left, George Springer and Jake Marisnick race to the infield after they defeated the Seattle Mariners in a baseball game in Seattle. Houston outfielders have been celebrating victories this season by doing dances inspired by the Fortnite Battle Royale video game. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

Battle ready: Big leaguers logging long hours on Fortnite

By SCOTT ORGERA - Associated Press