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Women Should ‘Keep Their Legs Closed’: Houston Councilmember Boykins Made Inappropriate Remarks, Teens Say

Jen Rice / HPM Digital Team

Posted on July 1, 2019 · The students shared videos of his comments from a youth leadership event on social media.

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inDepth

1A Across America: The Power Of The Latino Vote

Amanda Williams, 1A

Posted on April 24, 2019 · Joshua Johnson, host of the NPR program 1A, explored the issues driving Latino voters to the polls at a community forum in Houston’s East End.

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NPR’s 1A Visits Houston To Report On Harvey Recovery And Latino Voters

HPM Digital Team

Posted on April 8, 2019 · Host Joshua Johnson and his team are visiting Houston as part of 1A Across America, a two-year collaboration to incorporate more local voices into the national conversation.

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UPDATE: Governor Abbott Calls Special Election To Replace Sylvia Garcia In Texas State Senate

Gail Delaughter / HPM Digital Team

Posted on November 9, 2018 · Earlier this year, the Texas Governor had rejected a resignation letter from Garcia.

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With 450,000 Registered Voters And Counting, Mi Familia Vota Chases the Latino Millennial Vote in Houston And Beyond

Elizabeth Trovall

Posted on August 23, 2018 · The group is pursuing millennials as a key aspect of their registration efforts. They consider them an essential segment of the 4.8 million eligible Latino voters in the state.

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In-Depth: Harris County’s Latino Vote More Than Doubled In Primary Compared To 2014

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on April 10, 2018 · Experts attribute the increase to a national political climate polarized by immigration, along with other factors such as a high number of Latino candidates

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Web App Helps DACA Recipients Reapply

Davis Land

Posted on September 22, 2017 · Two community groups want to help DACA recipients keep their status for as long as possible.

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How Might SB4 Affect The Texas Economy?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on August 1, 2017 · An organization estimates the so-called "sanctuary cities" bill will cost the Texas economy billions of dollars.

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Houston City Council delays vote on conservation district program

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Ada Edwards, community activist and former Houston City Council member, dies at 80

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Houston City Council approves permanent outdoor dining options for downtown restaurants

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Houston City Council awards new concessions contract for Hobby Airport, ending Pappas’ reign

Ashley Brown

Posted on March 8, 2023 · A 10-year, $470 million concessions contract was awarded to a joint venture group led by Areas, which is headquartered in Spain and plans to operate a mix of local and national concepts at one of Houston's airports.

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