The future of DACA is in limbo as Texas challenges the program in court. This case could affect thousands of Houstonians, leaving "Dreamers" without work permits and protections. https://bit.ly/401Q7rq
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A federal appeals court is deciding whether to uphold a ruling that struck down Texas' controversial "drag ban," which critics argue unfairly targets public performances and limits free expression rights. https://bit.ly/4eTvwdv
Fifth Circuit appeals court in New Orleans to decide fate of Texas 'drag ban' law
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For the past 55 years, a Republican has held Harris County’s Precinct 3 Commissioner seat. Incumbent Tom Ramsey hopes to extend that another four. Saleem Malik is running as the Democratic nominee, but his campaign presence largely has been non-existent. https://lnkd.in/gqfmsgk9
Ramsey aims to keep Republicans in power in Harris County Precinct 3 another four years
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Meet Dajauneke Minor, Spring ISD’s first civic engagement coordinator. In this unorthodox role, she is encouraging students, families and community members to register to vote, cast their ballots and get to know their elected representatives. https://lnkd.in/gwEirX5w
Q&A: Spring ISD's new civic engagement coordinator on boosting voter turnout through schools
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Two people are dead and dozens are injured after a chemical release of hydrogen sulfide in Deer Park. Area residents sheltered in place through the night. https://bit.ly/3U45k7o
Two dead, dozens injured after chemical release of hydrogen sulfide in Deer Park
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The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments today to determine the future of “Dreamers,” including an estimated 27,000 Houstonians. This is the latest step in a six-year legal saga challenging the DACA program. https://bit.ly/401Q7rq
Court hears arguments to decide future of DACA. Thousands of Houstonians could be affected
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Forest Brook Middle School is one of 28 HISD campuses undergoing state-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles' major overhaul. This year, their rating jumped from an F to a B. We spent two days inside the school to observe the new model. Here's what we saw. https://bit.ly/485yVDo
Two days inside an HISD school that improved from F to B grade under Mike Miles' changes
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Gerry Vander-Lyn is challenging incumbent Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis. Precinct 1 represents parts of central Harris County, including downtown Houston, Montrose and Fifth Ward, covering over 360 square miles. Learn more about both candidates: https://bit.ly/3zXumhF
Vander-Lyn challenges Ellis for Precinct 1 commissioner, saying voters deserve a choice
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The city of Houston likely will keep its existing property tax rate, after all. Texas will deliver $50 million in disaster relief funds to southeast communities affected by the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl. https://bit.ly/4dLcmVA
Houston council members drop tax hike plan after governor announces disaster relief funds
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Nearly 27,000 Houston "Dreamers" are anxiously awaiting the ruling of today's DACA hearing, which will have long-term effects on families and the economy. Here's what to know. https://bit.ly/3Nk9uo0
Houston's DACA recipients await Thursday hearing in case that determines their future
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