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Domestic violence homicides in Houston have doubled in recent years, but there still aren’t enough shelter beds

Rebecca Noel

Posted on February 10, 2023 · Harris County currently has a total of 330 beds for survivors. For comparison, New York City has approximately 10 times that number, despite having less than two times the population.

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What’s Behind Potential Deep Budget Cuts For The State AG’s Office (Feb. 9, 2021)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on February 9, 2021 · On Tuesday's show: A closer look at potential steep budget cuts for Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office, and City Councilmember Tiffany Thomas answers listener questions.

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Abner Fletcher

Posted on August 21, 2018 · When public figures, like the Astros’ Roberto Osuna, are accused of wrongdoing, should they never work again – or do some deserve another shot?

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Posted on May 23, 2023 · The Houston-area school district, which serves about 6,100 students across six campuses, canceled recess, athletic practices and other outdoor events for about 24 hours this week because of a safety concern related to a domestic dispute within the community.

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Posted on May 18, 2023 · The new facility will triple the number of women facing domestic and sexual violence who can be housed safely.

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Domestic violence after COVID (Feb. 9, 2023)

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Posted on January 11, 2023 · The 32-year-old officer with the Missouri City Police Department was arrested this week and charged with continuous assault of a family member, a felony.

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