Elbow Room: Coalition Cites Need For Expanding Austin Convention Center - PATCH PM

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Scandal-Plagued Baylor University Names New President
Dr. Linda A. Livingstone appointment as 15th president comes amid growing sex scandal at school centered on football players.

Gov. Greg Abbott Praises Houston’s Economic Growth
Abbott praised city’s steady growth and economic success at Partnership State of the State Luncheon

Top 10 Houston Finishers In 2017 Boston Marathon
It's an institution in the running world, and Bayou City athletes made their mark again this year.

Katy Buc-ees Store Aims For World Record Car Wash
Store officials have contacted the Guinness Book Of World Records, and hope to be record holders when the store opens in Katy this summer.

Austin Officer Tasked With Conducting Breathalyzer Tests Fired After Failing It Himself
Details are sketchy, but the officer who conducted the tests at the jail failed after performing a "self-test" required for certification.

TABC Director Stepping Down After Embarrassing Report Reveals Cozy Industry Relationship
Sherry Cook announces her "retirement" after news outlet reveals thousands of taxpayer dollars used on junkets funded by alcohol industry.

Hire Houston Youth Kicks Off Its Second Year
Businesses and agencies hope to put 5,000 local youths in summer jobs paying $8 an hour

Houston Police Link Man To Three Shootings
Police linked Russell Cormier to the murder of his estranged wife, and a 61-year old man, and the shooting of his neighbor.

Coalition Calls For Expansion Of Austin Convention Center, Citing Lost Business Due To Size
New Vision For Austin's Convention Center says city lost out on $480 million worth of business in 2016 because of site's size, availability

Andre Johnson To Sign One Day Contract To Retire As A Houston Texan
Johnson spent his first 12 years in the NFL with the Texans, and set franchise records in every receiving category.

Ross Stores To Expand Its Houston Footprint
Clothing chain looks to add four stores in 2017 and five in 2018, plus dd's Discount eyes four new locations.

Spring Branch Student Arrested For Hacking School Computer System To Change Grades
District: Memorial HS sophomore hacked computer to change grades using a stolen password; charged fee to other students to change grades

Dickinson Teacher Accused Of improper Relationship Turns Himself In
Justin Devera is accused of having an improper relationship with a 17-year old student, a second degree felony

Like Meatballs? Get Ready For The Houston Brawl
Damian's Cucina Italiana to host cook-off; proceeds will benefit Texas Italian-American Sports Foundation.

Second Lofty Dog Pet Supplies Store Opens In South Austin
Homegrown company offers high-quality line of pet food and other supplies, and is an eager participant in animal charity events.

Longtime East Austin Fixture 'Secret Theater' Up For Sale Following Neighbor Complaints
Beau Reichert built the popular neighborhood venue as a way to make friends amid his Asperger's condition, but new neighbors complained.

Amid Own Custody Battle, Austin Radio Host Alex Jones Of InfoWars Hints Obama's Kids Aren't His
Fiery radio commentator continues attacking Obama, even after gaining ear of Trump who borrowed his views to fuel his populism.