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In Houston’s Chinatown, Coronavirus Fears Among Asian Americans Continue To Harm Businesses
Posted on · Restaurants in Chinatown on Houston’s southwest side continue to suffer big losses as customers are shying away.
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City of Houston
Affordability Vs. Safety: Houston Debates New Housing Projects In Areas With Environmental Risk
Posted on · “We’re making a conscious decision to put that there. And I just believe that it isn’t safe for the particular community to live in that particular area.”
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In DA Race, Ogg Faces Multiple Challenges From The Left
Posted on · Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg’s opposition to bail reform has galvanized progressive opposition ahead of the March 3 Democratic primary
News
In An Effort To Reduce Crime, More And More Houston Area Communities Use License Plate Readers
Posted on · Police departments that use automated license plate readers report an increase in solved crimes, but should people worry about their privacy?
News
‘Phone Call After Phone Call’: Frustrated Homeowners Organize For Harvey Recovery Funding
Posted on · One of the demands of the Harvey Forgotten Survivors Caucus is for more mental health services to be part of disaster recovery.
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Nigerian Couple ‘Heartbroken’ As Families Face Indefinite Visa Ban
Posted on · The Trump administration has expanded its travel ban to six more countries, including Nigeria -- the largest economy in Africa. While Nigerian students and travelers are still welcome to visit -- it’s family members immigrating to the U.S. who are blocked from coming here.
Business
Houston Businesses Feel Impact From The Coronavirus
Posted on · No visitors from China, empty businesses in Chinatown, and low oil prices – but the impact will likely be only temporary.
Transportation
Houston Cyclists To Drivers: Stop Parking In Bike Lanes
Posted on · Bike advocates say the city needs a specific ordinance that addresses parking in an on-street bikeway.
Energy & Environment
After An Explosion, How Do Houston First Responders Know If The Air Is Safe?
Posted on · How the city responds to major air quality incidents, and what to expect if it happens near you.
City of Houston
How Houston Kids Are Learning About The Dangers Of Vaping
Posted on · “When vaping came out, it was shown as safer than cigarettes. And you can enjoy tobacco without the negative health effects. It’s something that draws in a lot of people,” says Frukes Deekey, a senior at DeBakey High School downtown who does not vape.
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As Houston Keeps Expanding, So Does Suburban Apartment Construction
Posted on · It’s not just single-family homes that are in demand in the ‘burbs.
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As Access To Asylum Narrows, These Alternatives Are Some Immigrants’ Only Hope
Posted on · As the Trump administration further limits access to asylum, immigration attorneys are pursuing two major alternatives: withholding of removal and Convention Against Torture.
Energy & Environment
Kinder Morgan Says It Has Reached A Milestone In Central Texas Pipeline Project
Posted on · The company says it has secured the legal right-of-way necessary to build out the project on private land across the state.
In-Depth
Which Way Will Harris County Precinct 3 Turn In 2020?
Posted on · Republican Commissioner Steve Radack is retiring, and the demographics of western Harris County have changed dramatically over his three decades in office.
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WATCH: A Conversation With NFL Legend Earl Campbell
Posted on · Morning News Anchor Eddie Robinson sat down for a one-on-one interview with Campbell to discuss his life, his legacy and whether or not he has any regrets from playing football.