Education News
Here Are The Houston-Area Schools Closed By Hurricane Laura
Posted on · Independent school districts, charter schools, colleges and univerities closed in the Houston area due to Hurricane Laura.
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Health & Science
Fort Bend Confirms ‘Presumptive Positive Case’ of COVID-19
Posted on · Fort Bend health officials said they have confirmed the county's "first presumptive case" of the novel coronavirus. also known as COVID-19.
Arts & Culture
WATCH: Experience Christmas At The George Ranch Historical Park
Posted on · Fort Bend County's "living history park" takes visitors on a trip to Christmas Past.
Top Stories
Early Voting for Harris County Flood Control District Bond Election Begins Wednesday, DACA Hearing Focuses on Judge’s Prior Ruling, And More
Posted on · What we’re following at Houston Public Media today
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Photos Released Of Suspects In Fort Bend Home Invasion
Posted on · The reward for identifying the suspects has been raised to $25,000
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UPDATE: Fort Bend Owners of Anti-Trump Bumper Sticker Threaten Civil Rights Lawsuit, Sheriff Responds
Posted on · Karen Fonseca has added a second decal to her vehicle addressing sheriff Nehls and using the same profane language she used about president Trump
In 59 Seconds
Are all bumper stickers equal under the law? In 59 Seconds
Posted on · The answer is no. But the limitations to freedom of expression are few.
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UPDATE: Fort Bend Driver With Anti-Trump Message Released From Jail, After Being Arrested On Outstanding Warrant
Posted on · Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls on Wednesday posted a photo of the truck message on Facebook alongside a request to speak with the driver.
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Fort Bend Teachers Say District Violated State Law
Posted on · The school district’s policy is consistent with state law but the teachers allege it’s not being enforced
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Citizens Group Urges Creation Of Regional Body To Control Flooding
Posted on · After repreated flooding, a group of Houston citizens want action. They're circulating a petition calling for the creation of a regional body to better control new development that they say contributes to flooding.
Election 2016
More Than A Million People Have Already Voted Across Greater Houston
Posted on · Harris County is at the top of the list for voter turnout so far in Texas, with more than 700,000 ballots cast.
Transportation
Fort Bend County Flood Victims Get Help With Transportation
Posted on · Some people are still out of their homes after the May floods on the Brazos River. But a free bus service is helping them get around while they work to recover.
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FEMA Does Outreach About Recovering From Floods In Harris And Fort Bend Counties
Posted on · The federal agency that responds to disasters is providing information about cleaning up mold and also how to obtain flood insurance.
Weather
Red Cross Moving To Recovery Phase In Parts Of Greater Houston Impacted By Flooding
Posted on · Emergency response is ongoing in Fort Bend and Brazoria counties.
Weather
Evacuations Ordered, Flash Flood Watch In Effect Until Saturday
Posted on · Evacuations have been ordered for some Brazoria County residents as a flash flood watch is in effect for Houston-area counties until Saturday evening.