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Why Did HISD Board Postpone Layoff Vote?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on February 9, 2018 · The district’s facing a significant budget shortfall, and layoffs have been expected to help address it. Shelby Webb from the Houston Chronicle brings us the latest on the situation.

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Extended School Days Approved For Some Houston Schools

Houston Public Media Staff

Posted on September 15, 2017 · "We are also making sure the extra time is not just seat time," said HISD Superintendent Richard Carranza.

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Posted on January 24, 2023 · Public safety officials say they have to cover essential services and new mandates passed by lawmakers with dwindling resources.

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Texas legislature’s effect on kids (Jan. 17, 2023)

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Posted on January 17, 2023 · On Tuesday's show: We discuss how the new legislative session might affect Texas children. And we visit a section of the East End to learn how some developers want to create a neighborhood where residents can function without cars.

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Texas Legislature preview (Jan. 9, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on January 9, 2023 · We preview the 88th regular session of the Texas Legislature beginning Tuesday.

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Oil’s effect on Houston’s economy (Jan. 4, 2023)

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Posted on January 4, 2023 · On Wednesday's show: Some recent numbers suggest Houston's GDP grew slower than the rest of the nation last year. Is that true -- and is it the fault of oil and gas?

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