Red, White & Blue
WATCH: A Discussion on the 86th Texas Legislature
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Tag: criminal justice reform
Red, White & Blue
WATCH: A Discussion With Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo
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Houston Matters
Full Show: Police Chief Acevedo Supports Hiring Additional Prosecutors, And A Perfect Day Off In Houston (Feb. 8, 2019)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We discuss Chief Art Acevedo's support of DA Kim Ogg’s request for additional prosecutors, the best ways to spend a day off in Houston, and The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news. Plus, writer Alex Temblador.
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Ogg’s Push To Hire More Prosecutors Stirs Backlash From Criminal Justice Reform Groups
Posted on · Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg is seeking an extra $20 million to hire 102 prosecutors, in order to relieve a backlog that has built up since Harvey.
Houston Matters
Jail Reform Podcast Sheds Light on Efforts in Harris County
Posted on · The podcast 70 Million sheds lights on criminal justice reform efforts spearheaded by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.
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Houston Toughens Halfway House Rules
Posted on · Civil rights advocates warn the changes will make it tougher for parolees to get to work, hurting their ability to reintegrate with society. Advocates, including Mayor Sylvester Turner, say the new rules are necessary for public safety
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Harris County Nixes Private Prisons
Posted on · Sheriff Ed Gonzalez moved all Harris County inmates back in-house, potentially saving millions in taxpayer dollars.