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Posted on May 15, 2023 · There is currently just a slight risk of excessive rainfall today, after several inches dropped over the weekend. 

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The Science Of Being Pregnant In The Texas Heat

Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on July 23, 2018 · Dr. Robyn Horsager-Boehrer with UT Southwestern Medical Center confirms that a heatwave is more challenging with a baby on the way

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Posted on February 13, 2018 · Currently, 3 million kids are investigated for maltreatment every year — 700,000 of those cases are substantiated

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For Evacuees With Babies, Diapers Make A Difference

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Posted on September 6, 2017 · In the aftermath of Harvey, and with Hurricane Irma cranking up in the Atlantic, diapers are a key element in outfitting a shelter.

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This Nonprofit Sends Dallas Kids Home With Fresh Produce — And Parents, Healthy Recipes

Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on March 20, 2017 · In Dallas, there’s a program designed to send kids home from school each week loaded up with fresh fruits and veggies.

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One In Six Texas Women Live In Poverty; Report Says Child-Care Changes Could Help

Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on February 18, 2017 · Women often walk a rougher road than men when it comes to economic stability. A new report from the Dallas Women’s Foundation, the Austin-based Center for Public Policy Priorities, and Texas Woman’s University shows 17 percent of Texas women live in poverty, compared to 14 percent of men.

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An Expert’s Guide To Starting 2017 On Solid Financial Footing

Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on January 4, 2017 · Some people struggling with money may decide to make big changes to mark the start of 2017. Experts say there is a right and wrong way to approach financial New Year’s resolutions.

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One Crisis Away: A Year Later, A Family Of Five Celebrates Surviving The Storms

Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on December 26, 2016 · KERA’s One Crisis Away series: Rebuilding A Life is catching up with four families on the financial edge still struggling to move past last year’s Christmas weekend tornadoes.

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Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on August 5, 2016 · Tax-free weekend starts Friday in Texas. The three-day break lets families buy backpacks, sneakers and blue jeans with no sales tax.

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Courtney Collins, KERA

Posted on June 26, 2016 · The Supreme Court is expected to rule Monday on the final Texas case this session. Passed in 2013, House Bill 2 requires physicians performing abortions...

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