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Houston Housing Authority Freezes Voucher Program Amid Shortfall
About 900 households had to give back their vouchers.
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Harris County's New Marijuana Policies Could Keep Doors From Being Closed on Users
Blacks are more than three times as likely as whites to be prosecuted for marijuana possession. Reforms in Harris County can help address that disparity.
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Texas Has Big Potential To Get "Smart," But Time Is Of The Essence
No state in the country has a formal "smart city" implementation plan. Texas may be uniquely positioned to lead.
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Latest Podcast: Understanding Houston's Affordable Housing Crisis
In the latest episode of the podcast, we discuss just how many people in Houston are feeling the effects of high housing prices. Then, we explore the policy solutions to this pressing problem.
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A new survey finds consensus across communities in Houston around many city services and quality of life issues
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