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Mayor Turner says mass shootings have increased in Texas, gun control needed

ShaVonne Herndon

Posted on September 7, 2022 · Mayor Turner says shootings have increased across the state and is advocating for gun laws to be changed.

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Posted on October 3, 2022 · Need a getaway but don’t want to get too far away, Chet Garner from The Daytripper has some ideas for you.

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Houston, Harris County gets $2 million Department of Justice grant to reduce violent crimes

ShaVonne Herndon

Posted on September 29, 2022 · The new initiative will include prosecutors from the Criminal Division’s organized Crime and Gang section, investigative agents, analyst, forensic experts from the FBI, HPD and HCSO.

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City of Houston launches 100 Pantries in 100 Days to address food deserts

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Posted on September 27, 2022 · Houston's food insecurity rate is 4% higher than the national average.

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Posted on September 27, 2022 · The fire was in a metal building that was the location of John's Wheel Repair & Tires.

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