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Refugee-run farm launches stand after cuts
Resettled refugees and immigrants from Africa water and cultivate their own dedicated raised beds at community farm Shamba Ya Amani, Swahili for “farm of peace.” Photo by Hope Yang, Houston…
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240-bed superhub for unhoused Houstonians planned amid shortfall
A sign near Houston intersection, photographed March 2026, warns that camping on public property is prohibited under state law. Houston issued nearly 2,000 citations under expanded ordinances last year. Photographed…
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Community opposes vote to close 12 schools
Alcott Elementary, one of the 12 schools to be closed in the fall of 2026. The school serves 228 children pre-K through 5th grade, 99% of which are economically disadvantaged.…
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FIFA World Cup aims to reduce trafficking
NRG Stadium lies at the center of Houston. The venue was chosen to host seven matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer. The Houston FIFA World Cup Host…
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Rice gallery aims to connect students to Houston art
A Rice University student browses prints made by local artists at Archway Gallery in Montrose, Houston. Photo by Faith Choi, Houston Newsroom. Houston’s art scene continues to grow with local galleries,…
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Hundreds mobilize to protest CERAWeek energy conference
Protesters holding a banner reading “Give Billionaires the Boot” chant as they march through downtown Houston on Monday, March 23rd. Around 300 protesters marched from City Hall to the George…
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University of Houston closes gender-neutral bathrooms under Texas law
“All-gender” restroom sign revealed in front of the restroom that UH has designated to be used by women only. Photographed and as of February 23, 2026, the sign previously placed…
