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Ukrainian women continue to face gendered violence amidst war. Courtesy: Matteo Minasi of United Nations.

The persistence of violence against women worldwide continues

Brandy Rocha, Reporter May 2, 2025

As of March 23, ABC news has revealed many women who live in Ukraine have begun to speak forward about the true horrors they have been experiencing currently. Women recount how the destruction caused...

Illustration credit: Tejiri Ewherido

METRO expands to bus route 500 for IAH-Downtown transportation with no stops

Karla Carrillo, Editor May 1, 2025

METRO Houston announced their expansion of the 500 IAH Downtown Direct line to transport passengers between George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Downtown Houston on April 13. The IAH Downtown Direct...

Illustration credit: Jackie Juarez

Comprehensive hurricane preparedness for Houston residents

Taj McNamara, Reporter, Videographer May 1, 2025

As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, Houstonians must prepare thoroughly. “Over 2 million residential properties in Houston face moderate or higher risk of hurricane wind damage, with...

Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Trump administration’s budget plan slashes climate research, puts Texas fisheries and hurricane forecasting at risk

Moira Estrada, Reporter May 1, 2025

The Trump administration’s proposed budget for 2026 includes sweeping cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, threatening the core climate research and disaster forecasting capabilities...

YMCA facilities throughout Houston faced termination of up to 30 percent of their staff.

Houston YMCA discontinues vital services as staff layoffs mount

Brandy Rocha, Reporter April 18, 2025

The YMCA of Greater Houston announced that 30 percent of its workers will be terminated immediately as of Thursday morning, March 27. Those who have been terminated will be provided a severance package...

Sticker pasted on "Bike Lane Closed" sign by unknown protestor that says "Because the mayor has nothing more important to do."

Austin Street Bike Lane protection removal leaves cyclists and commuters distraught

Amy Nguyen, Section Editor, Reporter April 18, 2025

Construction crews began the process of eliminating the two-way bike lane on Austin Street in Midtown on March 31, along with removing “armadillos,” or concrete barriers that separate cyclists from...

Courtesy: Graeme Sloan of Associated Press

Trump’s executive order to dismantle Department of Education sparks legal and political showdown

Moira Estrada, Reporter April 17, 2025

President Donald Trump’s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education has triggered swift legal backlash from multiple advocacy groups and educators, as well as raised serious questions...

Texas Senate Bill 16 implicates stricter regulations to providing proof of citizenship to register to vote, affecting millions who have changed their names due to marriage. Courtesy: Michael Cavazos of The Texas Tribune.

Texas voter ID law creates new hurdles for applicants

Taj McNamara, Reporter, Videographer April 15, 2025

AUSTIN, Texas — A recently enacted Texas law has significantly affected the process for residents seeking to change their names, creating additional requirements and potential barriers for many applicants. Texas...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu breaks ceasefire with Hamas on March 18 by launching an airstrike onto Gaza. Courtesy: Jehad Alshrafi of Associated Press.

Israel breaks ceasefire with airstrike to Gaza

Brandy Rocha, Reporter March 28, 2025

On March 18, the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel ended as Israel broke the agreement by attacking with an airstrike to Gaza, killing hundreds of civilians. It is unclear at this time if civilians have...

Illustration credit: Jackie Juarez

Annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo celebrates Texas heritage, agriculture

Moira Estrada, Reporter March 6, 2025

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is back in town, continuing a celebration of Texas culture, tradition, and community spirit. Since its inception in 1932, the rodeo has been a beloved annual event...

While contributing to an important cause, customers of A 2nd Cup can indulge in its spacious lounging area and free Wi-Fi.

A 2nd Cup serves coffee to combat human trafficking

Alex Mendoza, Reporter, Photographer March 5, 2025

A local coffee shop on Fulton Street with a unique concept is a nonprofit that aims to end human trafficking. With every purchase at A 2nd Cup, whether it is through a cup of coffee or one of their...

Carruth Natural Encounters Building at the Houston Zoo. Courtesy: Houston Zoo Blog.

61-year-old exhibit closing at the Houston Zoo

Alyssa Agron, Reporter March 5, 2025

After more than six decades of housing diverse wildlife, the Houston Zoo’s Carruth Natural Encounters building will close on March 23. Zoo officials announced that the closure is due to the aging infrastructure,...

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