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Examining the human reality of Texas prison heat
Reporter Emmanuella Desruisseaux discusses her reporting on the ongoing Texas prison heat trial and the former inmates speaking out about conditions inside state prisons.
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Refugee nonprofits turn to collaboration amid funding cuts
Houston refugee nonprofits are relying more heavily on volunteers and partnerships as funding cuts strain services and leave organizations uncertain about the future.
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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 Newsroom. On an overcast Saturday morning, over a dozen women and men worked among beds of collard greens, buttercrunch lettuce…
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Women refugee mentorship program fosters community in Houston
Amaanah Refugee Services hosts a gathering for Big Sister Circle cohort members where “Big Sister” mentors provide resources, training, and community for “Little Sister” participants. Photo courtesy Amaanah Refugee Services. Connecting 24 refugee women with community mentors, Amaanah Refugee Services this month launched their 2026 Big Sister Circle cohort. Big…