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In Houston, Voters Send a Strong Message About Criminal Justice Reform
Newly-elected sheriff and DA say they'll avoid locking up low-level offenders.
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In Houston, New Superintendent Faces an "Amazing Challenge" in State's Largest School District
Hopes -- and stakes -- are high for the new superintendent heading the Houston Independent School District.
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For Some, Applying for Social Services Means Compromising Privacy, Family
Navigating privacy concerns has real consequences for mothers applying for assistance
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Why We're Seeing the Re-Segregation of Schools -- and Understanding Its Impact on Students
Building on past research, a new study tries to determine what form of segregation contributes most to gaps in test scores between black, Hispanic and white students.
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Q+A: Documenting 'Race-Related PTSD'
A scholar new to Houston assesses the landscape and discusses his work on racial trauma and access to care.
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