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City of Houston receives $14.1 million for flood mitigation in the Heights

Patricia Ortiz

Posted on September 14, 2023 · The project’s design will start next year, and construction would likely begin in 2025. Houston Public Works estimates the project could be completed in 2027 at the earliest. 

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Houston considers ditching policy that requires property owners to maintain open drainage

Ashley Brown

Posted on August 4, 2023 · Property owners in Houston have long been responsible for maintaining abutting open ditches. The city council is considering a proposal to put greater responsibility on the municipal government.

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Flooding in Houston disproportionately affects people of color, study finds

Ariel Worthy

Posted on June 27, 2023 · The study found that marginalized communities, Black residents in particular, were much more likely to be affected through employment, transportation and house flooding. 

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Houston weather: Flood watch until Wednesday night across region

Matt Harab

Posted on May 9, 2023 · Some areas around Houston could get between five to seven inches of precipitation in the next few days.

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A New MFAH Gallery Has ‘Popped Up’ In The Heights

Catherine Lu

Posted on November 10, 2017 · The Museum of Fine Arts Houston has just launched an off-site gallery in the historic neighborhood, northwest of downtown, to bring more of its permanent collection to the community, and offer a more casual way to engage with art

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