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How ‘Big Data’ Might Help Predict Which Children Are Most At Risk For Abuse

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Courtney Collins, KERA

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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