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After El Paso Shooting, Experts Say Mental Illness Is Not To Blame For Gun Violence
Posted on · Governor Greg Abbott has said mental health "is a large contributor to any type of violence or shooting violence."
Texas
Man Shot In Gunfire Exchange Outside Dallas Courthouse Dies
Posted on · A shooting occurred Monday morning at the Earl Cabell Federal Building in downtown Dallas.
News
After Bombings, Uncomfortable Truths Emerge About Racial Divides In Austin
Posted on · People often use a shorthand to describe Austin: It's weird; it’s a progressive city; it’s a blueberry in a sea of tomato soup. But a sort of alternate reality exists for many residents of color. There have been moments over the past month that have highlighted this racial divide.
News
As Austin Police Look For Links Between Bomb Victims, Residents Offer Own Theories
Posted on · Police are looking into reported connections between House and Mason, who were both members of prominent African-American families in Austin
News
This Texas Law Lets Your Landlord Take Your TV If You Don’t Pay Rent
Posted on · Fred Fuchs, an attorney with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, says a landlord can take a tenant’s property only because of unpaid rent – not past due utilities, maintenance or other costs
News
Trump Administration’s Push For Citizenship Question On Census Alarms Critics
Posted on · The 2020 census will be the first one conducted largely online
Business
After Immigration Enforcement, Some Builders See a Slowdown in Construction
Posted on · An increase in immigration enforcement and proposed policies from President Donald Trump may be taking a toll on businesses that rely on an immigrant workforce.
News
Texas Craft Brewers Win Suit Over Distribution Rights
Posted on · A state judge has struck down a Texas law that limits the distribution rights of craft brewers.
News
Activists Criticize Houston NAACP For Honoring Harris County DA
Posted on · The Houston N.A.A.C.P today honored the Harris County District Attorney for her efforts to lower incarceration rates, but some activists are criticizing their decision.
News
State Senator Rodney Ellis Visits Waller County, Asks Texas Lawmakers To Enact Criminal Justice Reforms
Posted on · The proposed policy is inspired in part by the Sandra Bland case.
News
Fire Warning In Effect For Harris County
Posted on · County officials are asking residents to be careful with items that can spark fires.
Health & Science
Houston Healthcare Providers Screen Pregnant Women For Zika Virus
Posted on · They’re asking patients about their travel history, and whether they’re experiencing any symptoms of the virus.
Health & Science
Rice University Hosts Free CPR Training
Posted on · More than 20,000 Texans are expected to take part in the free, 20-minute training.
Health & Science
Anti-Abortion Activist Faces Two Indictments In Houston Court
Posted on · California residents David Daleiden and Sandra Merritt created a fake company, BioMax, and used fake drivers license to get inside the Houston Planned Parenthood.
Health & Science
Report: Texas Needs Stronger Policies To Lower Tobacco Use
Posted on · Researchers say Texas needs stronger policies to curb tobacco use, and state leaders could look to Houston as an example.