Texas Head Start closures during government shutdown add to state’s child care woes
| November 12, 2025
Head Start is a federally funded program that provides free child care for infants to children from low-income families or who live with disabilities. It’s a lifeline for families across the country who can’t access traditional child care due to high costs.
Where to get food resources in Texas as SNAP benefits are set to pause for November
| October 29, 2025
This article was last updated Nov. 2 at 3:50 p.m. As the federal government shutdown drags on, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set to pause its benefits for the month of November, leaving million of low-income Texans unsure about where they’ll get their next meals. The government shutdown started on Oct. 1, due […]
Who really runs the world — the people or a handful of elites pulling strings?
| October 24, 2025
Societies have been shaped by different power structures throughout history, and lately, one term has been gaining attention: oligarchy. But what does that word really mean, and what does Beyoncé have to do with it?
Can you spot a fascist in real life?
| October 24, 2025
You’ve read it in the news, heard it screamed in accusatory tones, seen it thrown around social media platforms … Fascist! But what does the word really mean? Make sure to subscribe to COURIER HTX at the link in our bio to find out more.
OPINION: FEMA’s shortcomings are dangerous for Texas, but things can change
| October 6, 2025
Lives depend on the efficiency of our nation's disaster relief systems. And I will continue to fight fiercely for these reforms to ensure that our government helps.