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New public charge rule fuels fear for immigrant families as Sept. 18 deadline nears

Immigrant families across Texas are facing growing uncertainty as a broader federal public charge policy is set to take effect Sept. 18, raising concerns about green-card applications and fears surrounding the use of health, nutrition and other public assistance programs.

Why should Houston care about the Amazon? Scientist says the answer is closer to home than you think

The Amazon rainforest may be thousands of miles from Houston, but according to one leading scientist, what happens there affects all of us.

Community Local News

One extra can at a time: Houston emergency experts say disaster preparedness doesn’t have to break the budget

Disaster preparedness can start with something as simple as adding one extra affordable canned good to your grocery cart each time you shop. That practical advice was one of the biggest takeaways from Houston Community Media's recent disaster preparedness briefing.

Local News World

When climate change becomes personal

During American Community Media's national briefing, "Climate Change: The Issue That Dropped Off the Political Radar," scientists and community leaders discussed why public conversation around climate has faded even as many communities continue experiencing more frequent extreme weather.

Community Local News Politics

Who Cares About Our Youth? Morales Shaw says stronger families build stronger communities

Public education, safe neighborhoods and opportunities for young people all begin with one common investment, according to State Rep. Penny Morales Shaw: strengthening families.

Education Local News Politics

Helping kids think for themselves in the age of AI

State Rep. Jolanda Jones encourages families to build critical thinking, confidence and resilience as technology evolves

Education Local News

Texas lawmaker says early support can keep youth out of the juvenile justice system

Speaking during a Houston Community Media discussion on the challenges facing children and teenagers, Rep. Gene Wu said many of the issues that eventually bring young people into the justice system begin much earlier—in classrooms, at home and in communities where families struggle to access the support children need to succeed.

News World

Why Colombia’s election matters beyond the ballot box

During a June 12 American Community Media (ACOM) news briefing, political scientists, researchers and journalists described the election as a reflection of broader issues that have shaped Colombia for decades, including public safety, organized crime, land rights, human rights and the country's ongoing efforts to strengthen democratic institutions after years of armed conflict.

National News Politics

New Green Card Policy Sparks Concern Among Immigrant Families and Employers

Immigration attorneys and policy experts say a new U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) policy memo could change that for many applicants, creating uncertainty for families, workers and employers while setting the stage for what they expect will be a significant legal battle.

Community National Opinion

A letter to the community: Urban League President Judson Robinson reflects on democracy, urban justice, and the responsibility to remember

Opinion Piece, Written By Judson W. Robinson III, President & CEO, Houston Area Urban League There are moments in American history when silence becomes dangerous....