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Texas, Local Governments Take On New Security Measures After U.S. Capitol Siege
Posted on · Law enforcement has increased manpower in Houston, Harris County and on the state level.
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Houston’s Theater District Opens Its Doors Collectively for First Time since Harvey, Harris County Has 2.6 Million Potential Jurors, And More
Posted on · What we’re following at Houston Public Media today
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When Companies You Trust with Personal Data Get Hacked, How Can You Keep Yourself Safe?
Posted on · From credit bureaus to social networks, all kinds of businesses have lost customer data to hackers. You can prepare for the inevitable, and respond to breeches that have already happened.
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Santa Fe School Leaders Could OK Use Of Metal Detectors
Posted on · Trustees earlier this month approved spending at least $1.5 million for increased security
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In The Aftermath Of The Santa Fe Shooting Houston Area Schools Are Increasing Security
Posted on · At Bay City Junior High, students will not be allowed to bring backpacks starting this week through May 25
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UPDATE: Person Of Interest Identified In HCC Social Media Threat
Posted on · The enhanced security measures announced earlier today will remain in place
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The U.S. Voting System Remains Vulnerable 6 Months Before Election Day. What Now?
Posted on · Officials have their eyes open to the threats in a way they didn't in 2016, but a lack of time and resources means the American elections remain vulnerable.
Houston Matters
After Parkland, What Are Houston Schools Doing To Prevent Mass Shootings?
Posted on · Representatives from area school districts discuss how they're working to ensure student safety after the Parkland, Florida shooting.
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Border Patrol’s Checkpoints Overlooked In Debate Over Wall
Posted on · The Trump administration's latest budget proposal includes $1.6 billion to start building a wall
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Mexico Registers Its Highest Homicides On Record
Posted on · The country racked up nearly 30,000 homicides in 2017, the most since it began reporting the statistic in 1997. But that doesn't make it the "most dangerous" country as President Trump claimed
Houston Matters
Full Show: Church Security Seminars, And Navigating Giving Tuesday (Nov. 28, 2017)
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: Some local pastors are holding workshops about better protecting their congregations from shootings. An expert helps us safely navigate all the organizations asking for donations on this Giving Tuesday. And Houston author James R. Hannibal travels the nation engaging kids in creative writing.
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Houston Houses Of Worship Struggle To Stay Welcoming, With An Eye On Security
Posted on · Since the Sutherland Springs tragedy, people have been questioning if more could be done to protect churches. But, some places of worship already have security measures in place, which evolved from a history of being targeted.
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Recently Passed Texas Law Allows For Armed Volunteer Security At Churches
Posted on · A state law put into effect in September made it legal for houses of worship to have armed volunteer security — but the law's author says many churches in Texas don't know it's an option
Houston Matters
Heightened Security In Place At Houston Churches After South Texas Shooting
Posted on · Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said church shootings may be inevitable, and faith leaders need to prepare
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Austin City Limits Festival Offers Refunds Following Attack
Posted on · After the shooting in Las Vegas, management with the Austin City Limits music festival is offering refunds for those uncomfortable with attending.