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Houston commentator decries lack of discussion by public officials, media over comparative COVID-19 risk

By John Breslin | Feb 25, 2021

Citizens armed with better information, less repeated dire warnings and allowed to make their own risk assessments could have lessened the wider impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a leading Houston commentator.

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University of Houston survey: Majority of Texans support criminal justice reform

By John Breslin | 3 years ago

A large majority of Texans support criminal justice reform bills filed by legislators, according to a survey by the University of Houston.

Bill proposes extension of Texas school district tax breaks for renewable energy companies

By John Breslin | Feb 15, 2021

Texas lawmakers are proposing a 10-year extension and removal of job creation requirements from a tax abatement offered to big businesses by state school districts for renewable energy projects.

As Houston COVID-19 cases continue to rise, small businesses call for more support

By John Breslin | Dec 8, 2020

Small businesses, particularly in the hospitality sector, fear a long, hard winter as cases of COVID-19 continue and Houston officials warn of a crackdown on gatherings, and the possibility of a curfew.

Storied Houston bookstore announces closure; COVID-19 largely to blame

By John Breslin | Nov 19, 2020

After nearly five decades, a storied Houston bookstore is closing its doors, largely due to the sharp decrease in trade during the COVID-19 pandemic.