Posted on · United Way of Greater Houston started its Thrive initiative in September 2008. The program bundles together different non-profit agencies to help low-income families with children become financially independent. Two years later, the organization presents its first results. Florian Martin has this report.
Posted on · An increasing number of school districts in the greater Houston area are providing universal breakfasts for students. Although it is free for all kids regardless of family income, the majority of students opt not to take advantage of the complimentary meal. But this changes in schools that offer breakfast in the classroom. Florian Martin has more.
Posted on · Manufacturing company Tapco-Enpro International hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for its new factory in the cedar crossing business park in Baytown. Guest speakers included Gov. Rick Perry and Baytown Mayor Steve Don Carlos among other elected officials. Florian Martin was there.
Posted on · Houston Police Chief Charles McClelland on Thursday announced this year's National Night Out, a crime prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. He talked about it after accepting a check over $12,500 for the police department from a national retail chain. Florian Martin has more.
Posted on · It has been three years since the smoking ban for public places in the city of Houston was implemented. The ordinance was meant to protect non-smokers and in particular employees working in bars and restaurants. Florian Martin spoke to people in Houston to find out what they think about the ban three years after taking effect.