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Mayor Turner, COH, Harris Co. host 2nd Gun Buyback event

Mayor Turner, COH, Harris Co. host 2nd Gun Buyback event

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TSU President named to United Way Houston board

TSU President named to United Way Houston board

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Here’s how we recruit and retain more Black teachers

Here’s how we recruit and retain more Black teachers

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PollyTicks: What you need to know before Nov. election

PollyTicks: What you need to know before Nov. election

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Trial begins for cop who killed grandmother Pamela Turner

Trial begins for cop who killed grandmother Pamela Turner

October 4, 2022October 4, 2022
Harris Co officials announce changes to election process

Harris Co officials announce changes to election process

October 4, 2022October 4, 2022
TEA approves 1,600 new teachers for incentive program

TEA approves 1,600 new teachers for incentive program

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 Company offers help for utility bills

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