Houston Matters
Full Show: The Human Toll Of Santa Fe, One Year Later (May 17, 2019)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: One year after the shooting at Santa Fe High School, we share some stories of families directly affected by the tragedy.
Tag: Santa Fe High School Shooting
In-Depth
This Teen Nearly Died In The Santa Fe School Shooting. Now She’s Just Trying To Live
Posted on · One year and seven surgeries after Sarah Salazar nearly died in her art classroom, she's still struggling to manage the deep physical and emotional trauma she suffered that day.
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Santa Fe High School, Community Mark 1 Year Since Mass Shooting
Posted on · The day of remembrance will end with a message from a guest speaker, and a tree dedication in honor of the victims outside the school’s science wing.
Texas
Texas Senate Passes School Safety Bill Intended To Prevent Mass Shootings
Posted on · Senate Bill 11 is authored by state Sen. Larry Taylor, whose district includes Santa Fe High School.
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Feds Won’t Charge Suspect In Santa Fe School Shooting
Posted on · If convicted in state court, Pagourtzis could be sentenced to life in prison.
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Houston Gun Violence Commission Recommends High Tech Safety Measures
Posted on · In time for the new school year, Mayor Turner’s Commission Against Gun Violence announced its recommendations
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Prospects for ‘Red Flag’ Gun Law in Texas Plummet as Abbott Sees ‘Coalescence’ Against It
Posted on · Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday he sees a "coalescence" against the idea of having a so-called "red flag" law in Texas, further dooming the proposal's chances in the Legislature
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Meet The Student Activists Emerging In Texas After The Mass Shooting In Santa Fe
Posted on · Just as the Parkland shooting turned Florida students into activists, the Santa Fe High School shooting mobilized a group of students to push for change in their conservative community.
In-Depth
Are Stricter Gun Storage Laws Part Of The Solution To School Shootings?
Posted on · Gov. Greg Abbott’s action plan recommends strengthening the state’s firearm storage law, but not all gun owners agree it will make a difference
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Researchers Discuss Psychological Impact Of Texas’ New School Safety Proposals On Teachers, Students
Posted on · Abbott’s list includes 40 recommended proposals for improving school safety
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Trump To Meet With Families Of Santa Fe Shooting Victims
Posted on · The president will be traveling to Houston and Dallas on Thursday
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Local Law Enforcement, HISD and HMAC Work Together On ‘Project Safe Start’ Again
Posted on · The initiative entails increased patrolling around schools and neighborhoods coinciding with the start of summer vacation for Houston area middle and high school students
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Funeral Of Santa Fe Substitute Teacher Draws Hundreds
Posted on · Cynthia Tisdale was laid to rest a week after the shooting at Santa Fe High School
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After Santa Fe Shooting Talks, Abbott Expresses Support For Mental Health Checks, Reporting Stolen Guns
Posted on · Here are 22 ideas Gov. Abbott shared for stopping school shootings
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In Wake Of Santa Fe Shootings, Turner Pushes For Metal Detectors In All Schools
Posted on · Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is preparing to roll out a commission to make policy recommendations on how to combat gun violence. The mayor first announced plans for the group in March.