Immigration
Children Younger Than 16 No Longer Included In Southwest Key’s Proposed Houston Shelter
Posted on · The Austin-based non-profit has updated its permit request with the city.
Davis Land
Senior Producer
Health & Science
In Wake Of Measles Cases, Health Advocates Want Texas To Change Its Vaccine Exemption Law
Posted on · As more people stop vaccinating, more kids get sick.
Health & Science
Baylor St. Luke’s Identifies Practices In Need Of ‘Immediate Attention’ Ahead Of Federal Inspection
Posted on · Results of the upcoming inspection could determine if the hospital keeps federal funding.
Health & Science
Memorial Hermann, Baylor Scott & White Discontinue Plans For Merger
Posted on · The joint system would have created the largest hospital system in Texas.
Health & Science
Texas Is Failing To Control Tobacco Use, Says American Lung Association
Posted on · The group calls for more funding and raising the age of sale to 21.
News
Early Childhood Development Programs In Houston Get Bulk Of Grant Money
Posted on · Advocates hope the programs will lead to better all-around health outcomes.
Houston
Homeless Count To Track Harvey Recovery As Shutdown Threatens Subsidized Housing
Posted on · The last count showed the number of people going unsheltered in the Houston area had gone up.
News
Housing Center Hopes To Balance Tradition And Gentrification In Third Ward
Posted on · As new development and investment comes into the neighborhood, community leaders are trying to make sure long-time residents won't be pushed out.
Health & Science
An Increasing Number Of Families In Houston Suburbs Aren’t Vaccinating Their Kids
Posted on · Advocates worry increasing rates of vaccine exemptions also threaten groups of people who are unable to be vaccinated.
Health & Science
Plans For New Psychiatric Hospital Unveiled In Houston
Posted on · It is a joint project of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and UTHealth.
News
Abbott Calls For Expansion Of Texas Anti-Gang Task Force
Posted on · The Governor's call comes as two men have been charged in the deadly shooting of 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes.
Health & Science
Behavioral Health A Priority For Houston’s Community Re-Entry Program
Posted on · “It’s like I just walked into the best situation ever," one graduate said.
Health & Science
Anti-Smoking Advocates Adopt New Methods As E-Cigarettes Gain Popularity
Posted on · As new forms of nicotine and tobacco become popular among teenagers, new teaching materials are needed.
Arts & Culture Business
Houston’s Emancipation Avenue Becomes First ‘Texas Main Street’ In A Major City
Posted on · Texas Main Streets are typically found in small towns, but neighborhood advocates say the designation will help balance gentrification in the Third Ward with the neighborhood's history.
Houston Matters
As Boomers Age, Care Providers Fear A ‘Silver Tsunami’
Posted on · Staff turnover in nursing homes and Medicaid shortfalls paint a grim picture for the future of Texas seniors.