Criminal Justice
Houston Leaders Grapple With Continued Rise In Violent Crime
Posted on · Murder and other violent crime went up significantly last year. Now Houston-area leaders are looking for answers as to why.
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Houston
‘No Water, No Rent’: Houstonians Risk Eviction To Organize Rent Strike Following Winter Storm
Posted on · After two weeks without water, tenants decided on a strike.
Houston
Houston Begins Eviction ‘Grace Period’ Giving Renters Impacted By The Pandemic More Time To Pay
Posted on · It's the first time the city has passed an eviction protection policy for renters during the pandemic.
Coronavirus
1 Region, 2 Different Approaches To Vaccinating Greater Houston
Posted on · At its vaccine clinics, the city has been using a first-come, first-served approach, while the county has created a waitlist online to promote more equitable access to the vaccine.
Health & Science
Texas Medical Center Exceeds ICU Capacity As Leaders Discuss Future Pandemic Preparedness
Posted on · Hospitals are switching to Phase 2 operations for the first time since the summer.