News
George Floyd’s 2nd Grade Teacher Remembers ‘A Happy Boy’ With Big Dreams
Posted on · Floyd's second grade teacher, Waynel Sexton, said she remembers an 8-year-old boy inspired by the work and legacy of Thurgood Marshall.
In-Depth
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Texas Democrats Counting On Nonwhite Vote To Flip Seats In 2020
Posted on · Party leaders at this year’s state convention argue changing demographics, Trump’s unpopularity, and a major investment by the Biden campaign can help them carry Texas in November
Criminal Justice
Houston Protests Have Been Peaceful Compared To Other Cities. Why?
Posted on · While other cities are seeing riots, things have been much calmer in America’s fourth largest city – and it’s not a new phenomenon.
Politics
Texas Democratic Leaders Invoke George Floyd As State Convention Moves Online
Posted on · Party chair Gilberto Hinojosa called on members to redouble their efforts toward victory in November, despite their shock at recent events
News
COVID-19 Could Hinder Region’s Response To A Hurricane Or Tropical Storm
Posted on · Today marks the official start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season. NOAA predicts an active season, with up to 19 named storms.
Transportation
What The Coronavirus Could Mean For Traffic Congestion In Houston
Posted on · Experts say it could be months before we start seeing big drive-time backups on local freeways. There could also be more weekday traffic in neighborhoods because people are working at home.
Election 2020
A Balance Between Campaigning And Coronavirus For Texas 10th Congressional District Candidates
Posted on · Republican Rep. Michael McCaul and his potential Democratic challengers are each battling the virus in their own way, as voters focus on survival.
News
Houston’s Hotel Occupancy Is Slowly Growing, But It’s Far From Back To Normal
Posted on · Some hotels had no guests at all for some periods during the coronavirus pandemic.
Education News
Texas Teachers Overcome Physical Distance, Digital Divide To Stay Connected With Students
Posted on · Many teachers feel a strong sense of responsibliity to connect with their students in personalized ways to keep them from falling off the radar. Many public school districts, including Houston and San Antonio, have lost touch with thousands of studentS since the pandemic sent everyone home to learn remotely.
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Texas Lifts Moratorium On Evictions, Leaving Houston Renters Vulnerable
Posted on · Renters in Texas, many of whom have lost their jobs because of the pandemic, can now be kicked out of their homes.
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Survey: Racial, Political Divide In Harris County On Mail-In Vote Expansion Amid COVID-19
Posted on · A new survey from Rice University finds nearly 70 percent of respondents would prefer to vote by mail if given the choice, but partisan divisions are sharp
Energy & Environment
Environmental Concerns Grow Around Proposed Deepwater Oil Port
Posted on · Even as the price of Texas crude has plummeted, plans are moving forward for a major oil exporting terminal off the coast of Brazoria County. But residents and environmentalists are worried the project would impact public health and wildlife, including endangered sea turtles.
News
K-12 Educators Begin To Map Out The New School Year
Posted on · Proposed safety measures -- like smaller classes and more cleaning -- cost more. But revenues are down, especially in Texas where the state relies on oil and gas revenue and sales taxes to fund its share of schools’ budget.
Coronavirus
UPDATE: Inmate Dies Of COVID-19 At Facility ICE Detainees Call Cramped And Unsanitary
Posted on · Inside the Joe Corley Processing Center in Conroe, two detainees spoke to Houston Public Media about what they say was poor medical care, minimal protective equipment and unsanitary and crowded dorms.
News
5 Ways Higher Ed Could Change In The Fall
Posted on · Expect a new normal with social distancing, at least some remote learning and increased financial pressure at higher ed institutions.