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Texas Civil Rights Project Poised To Assist Borderlands Property Owners Should Wall Be Built Educational videos in both English and Spanish have been produced, and legal resources will be made available to those facing encroachment.

13 Houston Area Hotels Compromised In Nationwide Credit Card Breach
Thirteen Houston area hotels are part of breach that includes 1,200 hotels in the US affected between Sept 29 and Dec. 29.
Explosive Texas Growth Prompts More Work Zones But Also Accidents: Texas Department of Transportation says fatalities around work zones statewide rose 27 percent last year, resulting in 181 deaths.

March For Science Houston Expected To Draw Thousands
March for Science will take place in more than 500 cities around the world and promote evidence-based policies.

Federal Court Rules Texas Maps Were Intentionally Drawn To Dilute Minority Vote
San Antonio federal court upholds previous ruling finding voter dilution in a state where Republicans have a commanding majority.

Humble Area Mom Jailed Again On Additional Child Abuse Charges
Janelle Peterkin, who was free on $15,000 bond Monday, was arrested again Tuesday after investigators found more evidence in abuse case.

14-Year Old Charged With Manslaughter In Shooting Of 13-Year Old
Witnesses: Juan Borja, 13, was shot when 14-year old took loaded gun from him and pointed at him.

Rosenberg Man Convicted Of Possessing, Distributing Child Porn
Ryan Glen Colburn is facing up to 60 years in federal prison for his crimes, and fines totalling $1 million.

Movies Out This Weekend: 'Born in China,' 'Free Fire,' 'The Promise,' And 'Unforgettable'
It's between a panda family in Disneynature’s “Born in China” and two Oscar winners this weekend. Find out which flick to see

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'Karate Kid' Wine Dinner Set For Houston
Robert Mark Kamen is bringing his California bottles to Tony's on April 27.

Texas House Committee Approves Bill Allowing Gun Carry Without License
House Bill 1911 was approved along party lines, with five Republicans for the measure and two Democrats against.
Houston's Ozone Pollution Is On The Rise
American Lung Association report puts Bayou City in 12th position on top polluted-cities list.
Scam Alert: Police Warn Residents To Be Cautious Of Internet Scams
Police warn consumers protect your personal information, and don’t allow remote access to your computer.
Texas Senate Passes Bill That Would Ban City Control Over Short-Term Rentals
Bill that now goes to House for final approval would not allow Austin to exert oversight on STRs that have generated much resident complaint
ICE Awards Federal Contract To Expand Detention Facility In Conroe
The project would add 1,000 beds to the existing 1,500 Corley Detention Facility, and bring in an estimated $44 million a year.
Austin Police Officer Draws 15-Day Suspension For Road Rage Incident With Round Rock Resident
Officer Christopher Williams disciplined after following man to his home following an argument, according to an internal memo
NCAA March Madness Returns To Houston In 2020
Bayou City selected to host the South Regional in men's basketball tournament, but "Bathroom Bill" looms in background
Ironman Triathlon Brings Visitors, Traffic Headaches To The Woodlands This Weekend
Race includes 26-mile run, 112-mile bike ride and a two-mile swim. Motorists in the area can expect traffic delays all day Saturday
Pflugerville Man Arrested In Round Rock After Threatening Officer
"I'm going to kill you!" Elmer Graham, 35, is said to have screamed at officer before spitting in his face, drawing a felony charge
Pasadena City Council Elections: Early Voting Begins April 24
Seven mayoral candidates are running with 17 signed up to run for city council seats in the May 6 general election.