Health

New Flood Alert System Along White Oak Bayou Warns Residents Immediately in Emergencies

With funding from the Kinder Institute, researchers from Rice University provide another Houston watershed with a flood alert system.

County, City Officials Maintain Smoke From Deer Park Fire Remains Safe For Residents

The fire started Sunday and has continued to burn for more than 48 hours, though county officials say there aren't any health concerns at the time.

Research Roundup - Here's What's Been Happening At The Kinder Institute

We hit the ground running in 2019 with new research ranging from arts education to food insecurity to HISD reform.

The Fight Against Food Insecurity Requires Teamwork, Not Competition, New Report Says

A new Kinder Institute report highlights how Houston's nonprofits can work together better in order to efficiently feed the hungry.

Q+A: Why Congress Needs to Make Child Care More Affordable

The Conversation | A new bill to provide affordable child care for working families faces an uphill battle in Congress.