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Pollard believes HPD’s decision to halt District J’s patrol funds was political
The Houston Police Department has rejected overtime funds from Councilmember Edward Pollard, ending the District J Patrol program.
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Texas schools are using AI to ban more books
School boards across Texas that are struggling to comply with a new state law restricting “inappropriate” materials on library shelves are turning to artificial intelligence for help.
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Why Texas students need school libraries
Watch as Amanda Jones, author of “That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America,” shares how school libraries help boost student performance and what happens when libraries are turned into disciplinary centers or computer labs. Jones’ comments came during an event at Half Price Books in Dallas on Saturday.
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Houston turkey drive helps families in need for Thanksgiving
Houston families facing food insecurity, made worse by the interruption of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits during the federal government shutdown, received a boost: 600 turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving. Houston City Council Member Tiffany Thomas, who represents District F in west Houston, donated 300 turkeys, adding to the 150 from Alief ISD and 150 from…
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Here’s how to spot when power’s being abused
Don’t try to ignore these red flags before it’s too late! You might end up with something worse than a catfish—an authoritarian government.
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Here are the best costumes from the 2025 Texas Renaissance Festival
Pirates, dragons, and plague rats, oh my! The costumes did not disappoint during the Pirate Adventure weekend at the Texas Renaissance Festival. The festival is running until Nov. 30 in Todd Mission, TX!
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HOUSTON TO HOST HISTORIC MLK UNITY PARADE JAN. 19
In a historic show of unity, Mayor John Whitmire joined leaders of Houston’s two legacy Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades—the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade—to announce that for the first time, the city will host one MLK Day Unity Parade. The parade will take place Jan. 19 at 10 a.m. in…
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Houston couple keeps pride alive at Montrose home
One Houston couple is keeping Pride visible. After the rainbow crosswalk at Taft and Westheimer in Montrose was removed, they decided to share their own display at home and are inviting everyone to drive by and see it. With the crosswalk gone, a decision tied to Gov. Greg Abbott’s administration, they are making sure the…
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Dallas City Council rejects $25M partnership with ICE
The Dallas City Council has backed the police chief’s decision to reject an offer to partner with Immigration and Customs Enforcement
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WHY YOUR CIVIC ACTIVISM SHOULDN’T STOP AT THE BALLOT BOX
Voting is only one component of being civically active, according to Khanay Turner, executive director of the Barbara Jordan Leadership Institute. Cast your ballot and then stay involved by talking policy with elected officials and holding them accountable, she added. Her comments came during COURIER Texas’ “Faith, Freedom, and the Future of Texas” event on…
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Houston plans new $16 million homeless resource hub
Houston Mayor John Whitmire hosted a public walkthrough of a new facility that will provide shelter and services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The facility at 419 Emancipation Avenue includes 225 beds. City officials said it will open in early 2026.
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Do I need to add ‘preserve democracy’ to my to-do list?
Ever wonder what’s keeping this whole thing—you know, America—from just totally falling apart? It’s not the folks yelling on TV or trolling online: It’s the quiet work happening in local communities like yours. Subscribe to COURIER HTX at the link in our bio for ways you can do your part.
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Here are just some of the free things to do inside the Texas Renaissance Festival
Running through Nov. 30, the Texas Renaissance Festival has something for every budget. Come along with Houston Newsletter Editor, Sierra as she explores free things to do at the festival and subscribe to the COURIER HTX free email newsletter at the link in our bio to keep up with more Houston happenings.
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Our DFW Newsletter Editor goes to her first NFL game
How old were you when you went to your first NFL game?
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Here’s what changes Houstonians want to see after the CD 18 election
Attendees of an Oct. 19 rally spoke on what changes they’re hoping to see after the Congressional District 18 race, which currently has 16 candidates.
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Take a look inside the largest Asian grocer in the US
The Dallas, Texas H Mart just opened on Oct. 23 and the goodies are endless. What’s your favorite thing to get at H Mart?
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POV: Early voting is faster than a Chick-fil-A drive-thru
Things that take longer than early voting: 👉 Preheating your oven 👉 Checking out at H-E-B 👉 Waiting for the barista to make your latte 👉 Basically everything You can still vote early in Texas through Oct. 31 or cast your ballot on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 4.
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‘The supports aren’t there’ Fort Worth voter rallies for young people at ‘No Kings’
This Fort Worth resident said she wants her children, and other young people, to get a world at least as good as the one she’s had. The decorated umbrella she brought to the Fort Worth ‘No Kings’ rally on Saturday only covers a fraction of her issues with the current administration, but yet she’s hopeful…
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Dallas ‘No Kings’ protester calls out Trump’s ‘BS’
Thousands of Texans protested President Donald Trump on Oct. 18 in downtown Dallas, calling out his “BS” claims that protesters on “No Kings Day” were paid to be there. #NoKings
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Beto O’Rourke speaks out at No Kings Rally in Austin
Beto O’Rourke gave an invigorating speech at the No Kings Rally Oct. 18. #NoKings
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ACA premiums surge in Texas as open enrollment approaches
Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act health insurance plans begins Nov. 1, yet Texans are facing higher premiums and the loss of federal subsidies. That could mean more families losing their health insurance in a state that already leads the nation in the number of uninsured people.
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Sheila Jackson Lee’s daughter backs Christian Menefee for mom’s US House seat
Former US Rep. Erica Lee Carter, daughter of the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, expressed her support of CD 18 candidate Christian Menefee at an Oct. 19 rally. Carter held the position for a few months after her mother’s passing and was then succeeded by the late Rep. Sylvester Turner.
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POV: The first H Mart in Dallas is officially open
The largest Asian grocery store chain in the US has finally made it to the city of Dallas. H Mart at 2534 Royal Lane had its grand opening Thursday with live music, dance performances, and giveaways.
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Gone in a flash: Iconic Houston crosswalk officially painted over
Gov. Greg Abbott announced the state would withhold road funding from cities that don’t remove, what he called, “political ideologies” from city streets. The rainbow crosswalk, at the intersection of Westheimer Road and Taft Street, was painted over on the morning of Oct. 20. Houstonians showed up to protest the removal, and four were arrested…
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Who really runs the world — the people or a handful of elites pulling strings?
Societies have been shaped by different power structures throughout history, and lately, one term has been gaining attention: oligarchy. But what does that word really mean, and what does Beyoncé have to do with it?
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Dallas church paints rainbow steps amid Greg Abbott’s attack on rainbow crosswalks
A church in the Oak Lawn neighborhood of Dallas is taking a stand against Republican Gov. Greg Abbott’s culture wars. On Tuesday, Oak Lawn United Methodist Church began painting its steps in rainbow colors in response to Abbott’s order for cities to remove rainbow crosswalks on roads or risk losing state and federal funding. Read…
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Heavy rain doesn’t stop more than 10,000 protesters at Fort Worth ‘No Kings’
Burnett Park filled up early Saturday morning with ‘No Kings’ protesters that lingered far into the afternoon to catch speakers like Southeast Tarrant County Commissioner Alisa Simmons and State Rep. Nicole Collier. It’s estimated that the crowd exceeded 10,000. #NoKings
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‘Crosswalks celebrate community’: Houston removes rainbow crosswalk in Montrose
The rainbow crosswalk in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, installed in 2017, was removed Monday following Gov. Greg Abbott’s order that cities remove them or face the loss of state funds. Houston police arrested four people blocking crews from removing the crosswalk at the intersection of Taft and Westheimer.
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How Houston tracks toxic air in cancer cluster neighborhoods
Take a look behind the scenes as residents and environmentalists in Houston collect the data they need to track toxic pollutants near industrial sites in neighborhoods such as Pleasantville, Sunnyside, Fifth Ward, and Galena Park. Ride with us as we see how the equipment from Entanglement Technologies helps the city and environmental justice groups conduct…
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2 candidates lead crowded US House race in Houston
Early voting in the race for a US House seat in Houston opened on Monday, with two candidates leading a field of 16 people running—Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee and former Houston City Councilmember Amanda Edwards. Election Day is Nov. 4. The election is to fill the 18th Congressional District seat, which was left vacant…
