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Thousands of power outages reported across Houston area during storms

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Thousands of power outages reported across Houston area during storms

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Thousands of residents in the Houston area are in the dark as thunderstorms rolled in overnight.

According to data provided to ABC13 by FindEnergy.com, as of 9:28 a.m., more than 82,000 people are experiencing outages across several counties, including: Harris, Montgomery, San Jacinto, Polk, Liberty, Trinity, Brazoria, Austin, Fort Bend, Walker, Chambers, Grimes, Galveston, Matagorda, Waller, Jackson, Wharton, Washington, Colorado, and Calhoun counties.

At about 2 a.m., that number skyrocketed to more than 206,000 amid the powerful rain and wind.

Data shows that CenterPoint Energy has 63,092 customers who are impacted, and Entergy Texas has 13,847.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

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Demi Lovato and Jordan Lutes Are Married: Inside Their California Wedding

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Demi Lovato and Jordan Lutes Are Married: Inside Their California Wedding

Pop icon Demi Lovato and musician Jordan “Jutes” Lutes are officially married. The couple tied the knot on May 25 in California, as confirmed by Vogue magazine. Their wedding comes nearly two years after they first announced their engagement.

A Vivienne Westwood Bridal Moment

For the ceremony, Lovato wore a custom off-the-shoulder corseted gown by British designer Vivienne Westwood. Lovato, who has long admired Westwood’s designs, praised the way the silhouettes “complement the curves of your body,” Vogue reported via Instagram.

At the reception, Lovato changed into another Westwood piece—an ivory silk satin column dress with a beaded, draped corset. “There was so much attention to detail on the reception dress beading,” Lovato told Vogue. “The pearl detail and draping are such a special element, and each strand was draped and attached by hand, one by one. It’s a one-of-a-kind piece that makes me feel so special.”

From Music to Marriage

Lovato and Lutes first met during the creation of Lovato’s 2022 rock-inspired album Holy Fvck, where Lutes co-wrote three tracks. Their relationship soon inspired music, including the album’s final song, “4 Ever 4 Me.”

“I actually haven’t written love songs in a long time,” Lovato told Zane Lowe on Apple Music. “I started feeling these feelings, and I was like, I have to get them out of my chest. … My whole heart is in that song.”

A Love Years in the Making

The couple had previously shared their excitement about marriage in a romantic Valentine’s Day post. “Jordan, I cannot WAIT to marry you!!” Lovato wrote on Instagram.

“The past 3 years have been the best 3 years of my life and I have you to thank for that. I’m obsessed with your heart, your love and your light. I can’t wait to grow old with you and start a family together 🥹🥹.”

Photos from the wedding and reception, shared by Vogue, captured the pair’s joy and Lovato’s unique fashion choices, highlighting a celebration as bold and heartfelt as the music that brought them together.

For more entertainment news, keep up with Que Onda Magazine daily.

City of Houston announces summer pool schedule with 8 opening ahead of Memorial Day

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City of Houston announces summer pool schedule with 8 opening ahead of Memorial Day

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — MacGregor Park is one of eight pools now open in Houston.

Dozens came out to not only beat the H-town heat, but to come together as a community.

“We tried another pool, and that pool wasn’t open this week. And we tried this pool and it was finally open, so it was exciting. We’ve been trying to swim. It’s been years since I’ve been swimming,” Tereca Parks said.

“Peace. It’s peaceful. It’s close. Social. It’s a great way to socialize,” Samuel Chidera said.

According to the Parks and Recreation Department, the city has a total of 38 pools and a department spokesperson told ABC13 they should have anywhere between 31 and 37 up and running for the summer.

“The pool is a common place. Like I was saying earlier, Mo. Whether you can swim or not, or if you want to hang out at the pool, stick your feet in, reading a book, and people want to go there with their friends. And our pools, they’re free to the constituents of Greater Houston, so there’s no charge to it. There’s no hit on the pocket book,” Prentiss Collins, deputy director for Houston Parks and Recreation Department, said.

To help make that happen, more lifeguards are being trained. At the moment, the city has about 70, with many more going through the training and certification process.

“By the time we should get to the meat of the summer, we should have about 184 lifeguards on deck,” Collins said.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Storm threat increases for Memorial Day after hot holiday weekend

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Storm threat increases for Memorial Day after hot holiday weekend

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — You’ll want to keep your eye to the sky on this Memorial day as we have a greater chance for rain and even strong storms.

We’ll keep a partly cloudy sky and steamy conditions Monday morning with temperatures starting out in the mid 70s to low 80s. We’ll start off dry for most, but by mid-morning, the first few showers and storms of the day could approach College Station and our northern counties. A better chance for scattered showers and storms for the rest of Southeast Texas will arrive during the evening and overnight hours. Few could be strong to severe and bring hail, damaging winds, and localized heavy rains. An isolated tornado can’t be ruled out, though the risk for that is pretty low. Besides the rain and storms, it’ll be another hot and breezy day with high temperatures climbing back into the low 90s.

Any more severe weather or flooding expected this week?

With the kind of pattern setting up this week, we can’t rule out a shower or storm being on the strong to severe side Monday through Friday this week. Hail, gusty winds and heavy rains will be the main threats with the strongest storms that develop. As for rainfall amounts, most of Southeast Texas will pick up 1 to 3 inches of rain collectively over the next 7 days. Coastal communities could see less and our far northern counties could see more. Street flooding will be a concern as the heavy rain falls.

Will it be just as hot with these rainy days?

Not necessarily! With rain and the inherent cloud cover we’d get during these rainy and stormy days, afternoon high temperatures for this week and into the first few days of June will likely be closer to their seasonal average, in the mid-upper 80s. The catch though is if a shower or storms rolls through. While that will cool you off in the short term, it’ll also make it feel extremely muggy too at times. We are also expecting mold counts to go up with week during this unsettled and rainy stretch.

Hurricane seasons begins in less than a week. What can we expect this season?

Hurricane season begins on June 1st and this year we are anticipating another active one. Both hurricane outlooks from NOAA and Colorado State University predict an above normal season. From NOAA specifically, the predication is 13 to 19 named storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes and possibly 3 to 5 major hurricanes. Two big reasons why are because of the lack of an El Nino or La Nina and the trend of seeing warmer than normal ocean temperatures. And while these outlooks aren’t landfall forecasts for the United States, given these conditions there is the possibility for storms to move into the Gulf this year.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Keep up with all things Houston with us on Que Onda Magazine.

Memorial Day 2025: What’s Open and Closed

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Memorial Day 2025: What’s Open and Closed

Today marks Memorial Day, the federal holiday honoring U.S. military personnel who died in service. Observed on the last Monday of May, it also signals the unofficial start of summer.

What’s Closed:

  • Banks & Stock Market: Closed, though ATMs and online banking remain available.
  • USPS: No mail delivery; post offices closed.
  • Costco: All locations closed on Memorial Day.

What’s Open (Check Local Hours):

  • Retailers: Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Aldi, Kroger, Publix, Lowe’s, and Sam’s Club will be open. Sam’s Club hours: 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (Plus), 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Club).
  • Pharmacies: Walgreens will be open, but pharmacy hours may vary.
  • Restaurants: McDonald’s, Burger King, Wendy’s, Taco Bell, Chipotle, Cracker Barrel, IHOP, Waffle House, Applebee’s, Hooters, Texas Roadhouse—all open with location-based hours.
  • Coffee Shops: Starbucks and Dunkin’ locations are generally open; use store apps or websites for exact hours.

Many stores are offering Memorial Day sales throughout the weekend.

On behalf of the Que Onda Magazine staff, we wish you a happy Memorial Day.

Pearland and League City Named Among Top Places to Live in the U.S.

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Pearland and League City Named Among Top Places to Live in the U.S.

Two Houston Suburbs Crack the Top 10

Pearland and League City have earned national recognition as two of the best places to live in America for 2025, according to the latest rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.

In the expanded “Best Places to Live in the U.S.” list for 2025–2026, Pearland secured the No. 3 spot, while League City landed firmly within the top 10, showcasing the growing appeal of Houston’s suburban communities.

U.S. News Expands and Refines Rankings

This year’s rankings were broadened to include 250 cities, up from 150 in previous years. The updated methodology evaluates cities based on five key factors:

  • Quality of life
  • Value
  • Desirability
  • Job market
  • Net migration

These updated criteria aim to give a more accurate and holistic picture of where Americans are choosing to live and why.

Pearland: A Rising Star in the Nation

Pearland tied with the No. 1 and No. 2 cities—Johns Creek, Georgia, and Carmel, Indiana—by scoring a 7.0 overall. Its strong job market, family-friendly atmosphere, and steady population growth have helped it climb to near the top of the national list.

League City Joins Elite Company

League City, another Houston-area suburb known for its schools, proximity to the Gulf Coast, and expanding economy, also placed in the top tier. Its ranking further highlights the growing appeal of life outside of Houston’s city core.

A Win for the Houston Metro Area

The recognition of both Pearland and League City reflects the broader success of the Houston metropolitan area in offering livability, opportunity, and affordability. As more people seek out places that combine urban convenience with suburban comfort, these two cities continue to stand out.

For all things Houston, keep up with Que Onda Magazine daily.

Hot holiday weekend continues with increasing rain and storm chances next week

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Hot holiday weekend continues with increasing rain and storm chances next week

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — We’re still feeling the steam on this Sunday, with feels-like temperatures heading to 100 degrees this afternoon.

Sunday will start off humid and a bit cloudy with that morning heavy morning humidity, and we’re not ruling out a few showers developing along the coast and moving inland for the first part of the day. Otherwise we’re expecting another sunny and hot day with afternoon highs in the mid 90s. Winds will pick up too, gusting out of the south at about 25 mph at times.

What can we expect for Memorial Day?

Monday will start off humid once again and temperatures will rise back into the 90s once again. But by Monday afternoon, a slow-moving front will begin to dip across north Texas. Any showers and storms that develop along that front will charge southward towards the coast Monday afternoon and evening. Some of these storms could be strong to severe as well, with hail, damaging winds and street flooding as potential threats. Portions of Southeast Texas are within the severe weather risk area of Monday with the best chance for severe weather north of Houston and I-10, so storms will likely be strongest farther north and weakening as they track south towards the coast Monday night.

Any more severe weather or flooding expected next week?

With the kind of pattern setting up next week, we cant rule out a shower or storm being on the strong to severe side Monday through Friday of next week. Hail, gusty winds and heavy rains will be the main threats with the strongest storms that develop. As for rainfall amounts, most of Southeast Texas will pik up 1 to 3 inches of rain collectively over the next 7 days. Coastal communities could see less and our far northern counties could see more. Street flooding will be a concern as the heavy rain falls.

Hurricane seasons begins in just over a week. What can we expect this season?

Hurricane season begins on June 1st and this year we are anticipating another active one. Both hurricane outlooks from NOAA and Colorado State University predict an above normal season. From NOAA specifically, the predication is 13 to 19 named storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes and possibly 3 to 5 major hurricanes. Two big reasons why are because of the lack of an El Nino or La Nina and the trend of seeing warmer than normal ocean temperatures. And while these outlooks aren’t landfall forecasts for the United States, given these conditions there is the possibility for storms to move into the Gulf this year.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Keep up with all things Houston with us on Que Onda Magazine.

George Floyd’s childhood friends build on his legacy five years after his death

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George Floyd’s childhood friends build on his legacy five years after his death

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — George Floyd is a product of the Third Ward. He grew up in the Cuney Homes. When he died five years ago, several of his childhood friends drove to Minnesota because they wanted to make sure Floyd’s death was fully investigated.

Cal Wayne was one of those people.

“He meant so much to me when it happened; I jumped in the car and rode 22 hours to Minnesota to see what happened,” said the longtime Houston rapper.

We first met Cal Wayne, and some of Floyd’s other childhood friends on Winbern in front of the now iconic blue mural of George Floyd painted after his death. These days, the mural’s still there, maybe not as bright, and the streets don’t seem as busy. But this is still George Floyd’s neighborhood, where his memories don’t fade.

“This is my brother,” Wayne said, who featured Floyd in some of his earlier rap videos. “This is the first person I’ve ever looked up to. This is a person that put the crates up on a tree for us to play basketball when we were little. To hammer the milk crates, he was tall and could put them up for us.”

He was known as “Big Floyd” in the neighborhood because of his height and towering presence. When Floyd died that fateful day in May 2020, the lives of those who called him family were also forever changed.

“To see my friend and a guy that I was born and raised with, who we said is like brothers, for him to be on the ground like that, you know, it sparked the change,” childhood friend Travis Cains said.

“It sparked the person who wanted to get up, be active, and be more of an advocate.”

Cains participated in the rallies, protests, and calls for justice. He keeps in close touch with Floyd’s daughter, Gianna, and her mother, Roxie Washington. They dream about George Floyd’s legacy, which has yet to be fully realized.

Cains said, “Through the grace of God, it’s going to get done.”

Wayne has channeled the pain into new music, and several recordings honor George Floyd’s memory.

“I really knew, Lord, like I really, really knew him, I idolized him.”

Cal Wayne, Travis Cains, Roxie Washington, and Gianna Floyd are a tight group of friends working together to build a foundation, a community center, and a more permanent legacy for Big Floyd.

“I know he’s looking down on me. I can just imagine what he’s saying. Like, I knew big brother got me. It always ever happened.”

On Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., George Floyd’s family and friends will gather for a five-year remembrance event to honor him. The public is invited to Emancipation Park at 3018 Emancipation Avenue.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Russia Strikes Ukraine in Massive Barrage Despite Historic Prisoner Swap

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Russia Strikes Ukraine in Massive Barrage Despite Historic Prisoner Swap

Wave of Attacks Across Ukraine

Russia launched a massive overnight barrage of drones and missiles on cities across Ukraine, killing at least 18 people and injuring 85 others, Ukrainian officials said Sunday. The attacks came just hours after the largest prisoner exchange of the war was completed.

Ukraine’s air force reported 367 aerial attack vehicles were launched, including ballistic and cruise missiles as well as nearly 300 drones. Most regions were affected, with strikes in 22 locations. Kyiv’s dormitories and factories were among the targets.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on social media, “Today, rescuers have been working in more than 30 Ukrainian cities and villages following Russia’s massive strike.”

“These were deliberate strikes on ordinary cities,” he added. “Ordinary residential buildings were destroyed and damaged. In Kyiv, dormitories of the university’s history department were hit. There were also strikes on enterprises. Tragically, people were killed, including children.”

Russia Justifies Attack, Ukraine Disputes Intent

Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed the attack targeted Ukraine’s defense infrastructure: “a massive strike by sea, air, land-based precision weapons and unmanned aerial vehicles against enterprises of Ukraine’s military-industrial complex.”

“The targets of the strike have been achieved,” the ministry stated.

Ukraine’s Interior Ministry reported 80 residential buildings were damaged and 27 fires were recorded. Among the dead were three children from one family.

Escalation Amid Peace Stalemate

The assault marked the fourth consecutive night of large-scale missile and drone strikes, highlighting Moscow’s intensified campaign despite ongoing calls for peace.

The barrage came just as Ukraine and Russia completed a major prisoner exchange involving around 1,000 troops on each side. This was the largest such exchange since Russia’s invasion in February 2022.

Calls for Stronger Action Against Russia

Zelenskyy called for renewed international pressure. “Each such terrorist Russian strike is a sufficient reason for new sanctions against Russia,” he said.

“The war can be stopped, but only through the necessary force of pressure on Russia. Putin must be forced to think not about launching missiles, but about ending the war.”

Andriy Yermak, head of the president’s office, added, “Instead of a ceasefire, there are murders.”

“Without pressure, nothing will change and Russia and its allies will only build up forces for such murders in Western countries,” he warned.

Stalled Peace Talks and Persistent Demands

Despite U.S.-brokered peace talks under President Donald Trump, no ceasefire has been reached. Ukraine demands a 30-day ceasefire to initiate peace negotiations, while refusing to cede any territory.

Russia continues to demand the annexation of four Ukrainian regions, the retention of Crimea, a ban on NATO membership for Ukraine, and so-called “denazification.” Ukrainian leaders argue these conditions demonstrate Russia’s lack of commitment to real peace.

For more updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Memorial Day Weekend Recipe for Sipping: Paleta Float

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Memorial Day Weekend Recipe for Sipping: Paleta Float

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer in the United States — the perfect time to gather with family and friends outdoors. And what better way to cool down than with a treat that blends the best of two worlds?

This fruit paleta float combines the nostalgic flavors of traditional Mexican popsicles with the fun, fizzy flair of a classic American float. It’s vibrant, easy to make, and a delicious way to honor our Latin roots under the sun.

Ingredients

  • 4–6 Mexican-style fruit paletas (recommended flavors: strawberry, mango, or hibiscus)
  • 1 liter of sparkling water (lime-flavored or plain)
  • 1/2 cup of fresh fruit (sliced strawberries, cubed mango, pineapple chunks)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
  • Optional: A splash of rum or tequila for an adult version

Instructions

  1. In a tall glass or mason jar, add a handful of fresh fruit and a few mint leaves.
  2. Place a paleta into each glass, leaving the stick exposed.
  3. Pour the sparkling water over the paleta — watch it fizz and melt into a refreshing, icy drink!
  4. Optional: Add a splash of rum or tequila for a grown-up twist.
  5. Stir gently and serve immediately with a spoon and straw.

Why It Works

  • Latin Flavor: Pays homage to the classic paleterías of Latin America.
  • Versatile: Kid-friendly or easily made into a boozy treat.
  • Festive: Colorful, fun, and perfect for large gatherings.

A summer refresher that’s both playful and cultural — this paleta float is sure to be the hit of your Memorial Day celebration.

For more fun recipes, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

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