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Houston’s historic Black women’s club shaped a century of civil rights and community service
Houston’s Married Ladies Social, Art and Charity Club empowered Black women and communities through service, education and activism.
Could a rush to meet workforce needs threaten the humanities and reduce Texas’ creativity?
Lawmakers say a bill that would increase state oversight of public universities could funnel students into the workforce ...
New study finds almost 50 percent of Houstonians have thought about moving away
Rice University released its annual Kinder Institute Survey on Monday, unveiling some important data about Houston and its ...
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HAR: Housing market ‘solid and steady’ in April
The Houston housing market showed signs of “continued stability” in April, the Houston Association of REALTORS® said.
New survey sheds light on Houstonians top priorities, concerns and outlooks
The 44th Kinder Houston-area survey looked at opinions and concerns in Harris, Montgomery and Fort Bend counties.
Houston survey finds diversity is top draw, but crime and traffic worry residents
A new Kinder Institute survey finds Houston’s diversity is its biggest appeal, while crime and traffic remain top concerns ...
More HISD students are passing AP exams than ever before. What's changed?
Houston ISD has seen a 10% improvement in the share of students enrolled in Advanced Placement that pass at least one test.
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