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UPDATE: Fort Bend ISD Board Approves Potential Agreement With County To Build A Cemetery For “Sugar Land 95”
Posted on · The next step is for the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court to also vote on the agreement.
Houston Matters
Report: Texas Ranks Last In U.S. In Health Care Access And Affordability
Posted on · New research by The Commonwealth Fund indicates minorities are particularly impacted.
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As Cardinal DiNardo Leads A Crucial Meeting Of Bishops, Survivor Advocates Demand His Resignation
Posted on · The Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests says the head of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops lacks “leadership” and “moral authority.” The archdiocese said in a statement DiNardo will not resign.
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Texas Is Closer To Getting $4 Billion For Harvey Recovery
Posted on · President Trump has signed a bill that requires the Office of Management and Budget to release the funds by September 4.
News
Heavy Rain Pounds Greater Houston, Flash Flood Watch In Harris County
Posted on · The National Weather Service predicts the rain will continue into Thursday.
Houston Matters
Annual Report Ranks Houston Schools, Shows Room For Improvement
Posted on · The non-profit organization Children at Risk says some school districts in the Houston region continue to stand out, like Katy and Fort Bend, while HISD still faces challenges.
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Medical Examiner Confirms Remains Found In Arkansas Are Those Of Maleah Davis
Posted on · The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences says the cause and manner of death are pending.
Harris County
Harris County Leaders Encourage Residents To Be Vigilant And Prepared During Hurricane Season
Posted on · The season starts this Saturday, June 1, and will last until November 30. NOAA is predicting that nine to 15 named storms could potentially develop in the Atlantic.
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Harris County Has More Than 50 Flood Control Projects Underway
Posted on · They are part of the bond program voters approved last year. The county has launched an interactive website that includes detailed information about each project.
Education News
Texas Legislature Approves $20 Million For UH College Of Medicine
Posted on · The funds will help with start-up costs, including curriculum development and hiring faculty and staff.
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Joe Biden Makes First Campaign Stop In Houston
Posted on · Empowering the middle class, building upon the Affordable Care Act, and tackling climate change are some of the main issues for the former vice president.
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Postage Stamp Honoring Bush 41 Will Be Released In College Station
Posted on · The U.S. Postal Service is issuing a Forever stamp honoring the former President, who passed away in Houston in November.
Business
Shaping The Mall Of The Future In Houston
Posted on · Memorial City Mall is embarking on a redevelopment boosted by the closure of Sears.
News
Houston Police Ask Public For Help To Find Body Of Maleah Davis
Posted on · Chief Acevedo believes the 4-year-old girl, who has been missing since May 4, is dead.
Health & Science
Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center Vows To Correct Deficiencies Found By Federal Review
Posted on · Lack of cleanliness, administrative irregularities and insufficient nurse training are some of the problems reported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.