Houston Chronicle - 2016-03-17

• Swamped by floodwater­s, town’s emotions run deep
• Get ready for extended court battle
• Mutton Bustin’ event leaves some sheepish
• Cruz eyes floor fight
• Tiny new weapon for war on cancer
• Lawmakers seek probe of voting lines
• Kurds seek own region in Syria
• Fed slows down on plans for rate increases
• ASTROS RIGHTHANDE­R MCCULLERS TO START THE SEASON ON DISABLED LIST
• Profile: Comic book collection was sold to pay for law school.
• Garland is highly regarded.
• It takes a lot of dirt to RODEO
• Atale of two rainy day funds
• 11 things to knowabout why the Irish are in America
• First lady recalls her ‘doubters’
• Roadway deaths prompt revival of safety council
• County lawyers defend ‘safety zone’
• Fort Bend sheriff shuts out pair of deputy constables
• Turnaround Houston aims to help jobless
• Officer who killed teen charged with murder, assault
• French Foreign Legion turned away Bergdahl
• Violence at Trump rallies benefits Clinton
• Ryan says ‘no thanks’ after Boehner endorses him for president
• Obama sanctions North Korea for ‘illicit’ nuclear, missile tests
• U.S. bombing of Islamic State fell to 8-month low in February
• Cornyn’s next move
• Cruz’s time to shine
• Garland will be difficult for Republican­s to reject
• Federal sentencing reform should follow states’ lead
• Increased transparen­cy of government is needed more than ever
• Kroger stocks up locally
• Tech center leader to call it a decade
• Saudis, Shell to split Motiva
• Domestic crude lands above $38
• Autonomous braking will be standard equipment by 2022, sources say.
• Judge scolds administra­tion on lease
• OT rule change proposal moves ahead
• Legislatio­n over fees flies on by airlines
• Defense fails test, takes big step back
• Gomez just goes and goes and goes and…
• Transfers playing a bigger and bigger role
• Houston falls to Georgia Tech in the first round of NIT; Houston Baptist bows out of CBI.
• Baylor receiver Corey Coleman impresses Texans during pro day.
• Smart’s mind games lift Longhorns
• Michigan wins nail-biter
• Former Jets safety Allen signs; Moore joins Browns
• Getting acquainted period has left Beasley in stitches
• Durant, Thunder thump Celtics; LeBron-less Cavs edge Mavs
• Singleton shakes funk with HR, double
• Sound familiar? Katy rides defense to 15-0
• FIFA acknowledg­es bribes, asks U.S. for millions seized
• Elshere pays some rough dues before sitting tall in the saddle
• Houston Fishing Show has plenty of allure
• PATTY GRIFFIN
• Brian Whelan makes the familiar sound new
• ‘Sweet Potato Queens’ is spirited humor
• Burger King is dogging the competitio­n
• Three meal deals for St. Patrick’s Day
• Round up some fun for the entire family
• OUTSIDE THE MEGAPLEX
• TOP 12 FILMS AT THE BOX OFFICE
• A look at the dozen incarnatio­ns of the Doctor:
• DAILY CROSSWORD
• JACQUELINE BIGAR
• Humble center readies kids for kindergart­en
• Atascocita woman creates bold costumes for ‘Potato’
• Trustees approve student rezoning change
• Play premiere to highlight WorldWar II camps
• Klein history comes alive at Wunderlich Farm
• Atascocita’s loss marks the end of an era
• Falcons’ state title defense so far, so good
• ALL REVVEDUP
• Oil collapse hits home with Anadarko’s cuts
• County says no to changes in road plans
• Slump seen in sales tax
• Newleader at Interfaith
• Concert series help Woodlands welcome season Spyro Gyra sets local show
• Ask your doctor about endometrio­sis
• Momentum carrying Highlander boys
• Here’s why some call this area ‘Katy-zuela’
• Meals on Wheels continue in Katy under new agency
• KISD search is on for newsuperin­tendent
• Museum opens doors to Cuba
• Take endometrio­sis seriously
• Two Katy ISD brothers introduce students in India to robotics
• MW Cleaners collecting prom dresses
• Music conservanc­y adds colorful incentive to spur practice
• Champs again, Spartans eye extended run
• New players no problem for Tigers
• Crusaders set state championsh­ip bar
• Hospital to add to health-care scene in Pearland
• Show costumer up to task of dress with 50 buttons
• Contract paves way for 288 toll project
• Cabela’s marks grand opening today, March 17
• ‘Bark in the Park’ to spotlight some of Galveston’s best pooches
• Mustangs putting early losses in past
• Honors handed out in 22-6A; Stadium honors fallen heroes
• Early wins not going to Knights’ heads
• Terrier astronaut is a draw for local company
• Stages artistic director will be honored with Kim Hupp award
• Photos with Easter Bunny helped Shaggy Dog Rescue
• TxDOT to reduce flooding, traffic woes
• Teens learn leadership and business skills
• Kirby Corp. to buy Seacor’s barge fleet
• Spark named retail provider of the year
• Houston hospital takes top spot in challenge
• Cardinals once again among 20-6A elite
• Terrier astronaut is a draw for local company
• Stages director honored with Kim Hupp award
• Houston hospital takes top spot in challenge
• Kirby Corp. to buy Seacor’s barge fleet
• Teens learn leadership and business skills
• Wolfinger’s Eagles playing to a high bar
• Teens learn leadership, business skills at summit
• ‘Creek’ creator plans to keep the integrity of Wabash Feed
• Public input needed on strategic plan
• Bellaire residents asked for input on TxDOT road plans
• Farmer’s Market in Klein
• Spark named retail provider of the year
• Houston hospital takes top spot in challenge
• Kirby Corp. to buy Seacor’s barge fleet
• Stages artistic director to be honored
• Terrier astronaut is a draw for company
• Wolves harboring trophy ambitions
• Miss Elizabeth Clary Herndon Weds Mr. Cullen Michael Cone
• Katherine Kelly Swenson Weds Stewart Lawrence White
• Crusaders set state championsh­ip bar
• Cypress couple’s co-op focuses on fresh
• Anadarko cuts hit home across the region
• Books available for free at Little Libraries
• Growth expected to accelerate with Grand Parkway
• Klein history comes alive at Wunderlich Farm
• Spring opens its first alternativ­e school
• Third title set, Bulldogs turn to playoffs
• New players no problem for Panthers
• Mustangs riding their momentum
• Number of teams playing cricket in Houston area is expanding
• Voters to decide 2 City Council races, too
• City to conduct national search for chief
• New York Times bestsellin­g author headlines literacy event
• EDGE to be implemente­d on 2 east-end elementary campuses
• MW Cleaners accepting donations of prom gowns, accessorie­s
• Elkins looks to almost complete rebuild
• Local athletes breaking out of blocks
• Artist coins skills to teach drawing
• FedEx facility to create 400 jobs in area
• Cy-Fair ISD puts out call for more youth mentors
• Hotel grants art supplies to Bleyl Middle School in Cy-Fair ISD
• Falcons hoping for longer playoff flight
• Honors handed out for 10-6A wrestlers
• Decoding those wedding dress codes.
• Mariah Carey gets real for E!
• New waves of interest in our old technology
• In ‘Midnight Special,’ Nichols lights sci-fi with sincerity
• Biopics put classic jazz in the spotlight
• Less is so much more in feel-bad ‘Krisha’

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