Crowd at Houston ‘No Kings’ protest rallies around shared declaration
| March 30, 2026
During the ‘No Kings’ protest, one speaker reminded the crowd that the fight is bigger than a moment. Houston showed what that looks like: diverse, strong, and welcoming.
Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones shares her health story on ACA anniversary
| March 26, 2026
State Rep. Jolanda Jones, a Houston Democrat, reflects on the ACA’s 16th anniversary, recalling how a medical emergency once wiped out her savings before the law existed.
At the core of her message: affordable health care is essential for every community.
Travelers face hourslong wait times at Houston Bush Airport as shutdown affects TSA
| March 26, 2026
Long lines are stretching through Bush Airport as TSA staffing drops during the shutdown. Airport officials say on a normal day, 37 TSA checkpoints are open, but only a fraction are running.
UNT to shutter 70 plus programs
| March 26, 2026
Several ethnic and gender studies programs are on the chopping block at the University of North Texas as the institution plans to cut over 70 programs to combat a $45 million budget deficit driven by declining international student enrollment.
What to know if you encounter ICE at an airport
| March 26, 2026
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This week, the Trump administration deployed ICE officers to airports in a move he claims will help assist TSA agents with security during the partial government shutdown. Here’s what you need to know.