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Seniors at Austin High School participate in a college signing day to celebrate their next steps after high school.

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Houston Graduating Seniors Send Message: “Better Make Room”

Posted on May 23, 2016 · "Everyone needs to make room because there are opportunities for everyone," said Alexis Giron.

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Houston ISD clarifies strict absence policy after widespread confusion among administrators and teachers

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Posted on December 7, 2023 · Campus leaders previously said 10 absences would lead to automatic termination. According to the district’s head of human resources, the policy is more complicated.

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From ‘I feel like I’m in prison’ to ‘I’m actually learning,’ Houston ISD students have mixed feelings about Mike Miles’ reform program

Dominic Anthony Walsh

Posted on December 6, 2023 · Students in Houston ISD are almost halfway through the first school year under state-appointed leadership. On some campuses, a sweeping reform program has completely transformed the typical school day. It’s not working for all students.

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Severe weather in Houston (Nov. 30, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on November 30, 2023 · On Thursday's show: With potential severe weather expected in the area, we talk about what Houstonians should be prepared for and how to stay safe. And we recap the Atlantic hurricane season as it comes to an end.

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Oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico (Nov. 28, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on November 28, 2023 · On Tuesday's show: We get the latest on an oil spill off the Louisiana coast and how it might affect Texas. And we talk with improver extraordinaire Ben Schwartz, who’s also known for being the movie voice of Sonic the Hedgehog.

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