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More Migrant Kids Are In Federal Care Than Ever. Many Will Head To Houston

Elizabeth Trovall

Posted on April 22, 2021 · The federal government is overseeing the care of record numbers of migrant children and teens. Over the next several weeks, hundreds of them will likely end up in Houston, where many have strong family ties. 

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ICE Shutters Detention Alternative For Asylum-Seekers

Associated Press

Posted on June 9, 2017 · Immigration activists consider the move a callous insult to migrants fleeing traumatic violence and poverty.

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How It Shapes Us

Getting to Know Houston’s New Youth Poet Laureate

Amy Bishop

Posted on November 28, 2016 · Fareena Arefeen’s immigrant experience fuels her creativity.

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Study: When it comes to immigration, the more things change, the more they stay the same

Michael Hagerty

Posted on March 27, 2023 · A report from Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy reinforces long-established gridlock and frustration surrounding immigration policy.

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Politically motivated border policies, coverage of migrant caravans have done little to curb illegal immigration, Rice University study finds

Rebecca Noel

Posted on March 13, 2023 · The study tracked coverage of 30 migrant caravans between 2017 and 2022 as well as the policies in place at the departure of each one.

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Gov. Abbott to outline legislative priorities in State of the State address

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Posted on February 16, 2023 · Gov. Greg Abbott will deliver his the biennial State of the State address Thursday evening. Abbott is expected to use the prime-time speech to outline his priorities for state lawmakers this year. The speech could also provide greater clarity on whether Abbott has set his sights on a 2024 presidential run.

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A Soap Opera

Troy Schulze

Posted on January 13, 2023 · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.

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