Astrodome urban explorer TikTok videos prompt warning from Harris County officials

Urban explorers posted videos from inside the long-shuttered Astrodome over the weekend, drawing attention online. Built in the 1960s as the world's first domed sports stadium, the Astrodome was condemned in 2009. 

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While NRG Park remains in play, Texans owner Cal McNair said the team is seriously considering alternatives throughout the Houston region for a new complex that would include a front office headquarters, training facility and retail options.

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Houston Texans map out possibilities for new practice facility, entertainment district

While NRG Park remains in play, Texans owner Cal McNair said the team is seriously considering alternatives throughout the Houston region for a new complex that would include a front office headquarters, training facility and retail options.

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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s 2026 schedule includes additional day dedicated to concert

The 2026 rodeo will run from March 2-22. The first 20 days will include concerts as well as performances by professional cowboys and cowgirls, while the last day will feature only an evening musical performance inside NRG Stadium.

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Houston Rodeo 2025: Texas youths put their animals on display in livestock shows, auctions

Nearly 1,900 animals are being shown and sold this year at the rodeo, which runs through Sunday at NRG Park.

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Houston Rodeo 2025: Volunteer Appreciation Day shines spotlight on thousands of rodeo contributors

There are 109 volunteer committees at the rodeo that provide a wide range of services at the annual event.

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Houston Rodeo 2025: Medical and safety committee assists first responders at NRG Park

Monday is "First Responders Day" at the annual rodeo, where volunteers on the medical and safety committee also activate when someone is injured at NRG Park. The committee includes experienced healthcare professionals from the Houston area and is responsible for providing medical care for rodeo visitors and assisting in crowd control.

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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo started this week with a plethora of events lined up for visitors and participants. Country music star Reba McEntire took the NRG Stadium stage on Tuesday night in front of nearly 70,000 people.

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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 2025: Nearly 70,000 see Reba McEntire on opening night

The annual rodeo started Tuesday and continues through March 23 at NRG Park.

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Houston region getting in rodeo spirit with slate of kickoff events

There's a series of ongoing kickoff events ahead of the start of rodeo performances and concerts next Tuesday. The annual barbecue cook-off starts Thursday, and Go Texan Day is Friday.

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NRG Park needs $2 billion for facility repairs, according to new assessment

The Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation released a facilities condition assessment Wednesday detailing the costly repairs needed in the park that is home to the Houston Texans and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

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City of Houston to start towing illegal pedicabs starting October 1

The pedal-powered tricycles with a seating compartment for passengers are usually found around venues like NRG Stadium and Minute Maid Park during concerts or sports events.

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