World Cup Buzz (Texas): Cape Verde take on Saudi Arabia at Houston Stadium today, with the knockout picture tightening as Japan set up Brazil and the Netherlands book Morocco after group results. NBA Draft (Houston/Illinois): Houston big man Chris Cenac Jr. lands with the Celtics at No. 27, while Illinois guard Kylan Boswell goes undrafted and Keaton Wagler’s rise to No. 5 keeps dominating draft talk. Local Sports & Entertainment: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre returns to theaters in remastered 4K for Texas Chain Saw Day on Aug 18. Local Culture: Arlington Pride’s legacy is remembered after the event was canceled, with community leaders reflecting on how it grew into an institution. Tech & Texas Life: Texans are debating whether AI-driven power demand could push electric bills higher as lawmakers weigh who should pay for the strain. Houston Schools: Houston ISD board managers approved a Bible-infused Bluebonnet Learning curriculum for 2026-27, sparking renewed backlash.