Homeschool option becomes an increasingly popular alternative to public education
By Michael Pineda | Feb 18, 2021
Homeschooling has developed into a viable option for a number of Texas families
With onset of COVID-19, even more Texas families find benefits from homeschooling
By Michael Pineda | Feb 16, 2021
Even prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, homeschooling in Texas was becoming a more viable option for parents. With the onset of the pandemic, it has become more of a priority.
Texas adds millions of dollars in SNAP benefits for December as COVID-19 continues to take toll
By Michael Pineda | Dec 11, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to rain down on Texas and the rest of the nation, necessitating further responses at the local level as lawmakers in Washington, D.C. debate possible aid packages.
Abbott authorizes an additional $202 million in SNAP benefits for November
By Michael Pineda | Nov 13, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic impact, Gov. Greg Abbott has authorized approximately $202 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for November.
U.S. Attorney for Western District Bash submits resignation 'with profound respect for its people'
By Michael Pineda | Oct 19, 2020
U.S. Attorney John F. Bash has stepped down from the U.S. Department of Justice following eight years of service in the Western District of Texas.
Florida lifts all restrictions on restaurants, Texas limits to 75% occupancy
By Michael Pineda | Oct 5, 2020
The roller coaster that is COVID-19 is a confusing one, particularly for Texas residents who are left to watch other states take steps to fully reopen while the Gov. Greg Abbott takes a conservative approach.
Reopened Texas' businesses lag behind Alaska
By Michael Pineda | Oct 1, 2020
As Texas slowly starts to reverse its closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many Texans look wistfully to other states that had their freedoms restored far more quickly.
Online-learning challenges creep into deeper mental health issues
By Michael Pineda | Sep 3, 2020
Another new twist to the educational process this fall is that thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers are preparing to incorporate lessons about mental illness and depression into their curricula as nearly a third of students may be suffering from the effects of schools shutting down last spring.
Man charged with human trafficking after missing girl is found
By Michael Pineda | May 26, 2020
Harris County Sheriff’s Deputies rescued a 15-year-old girl from a life of prostitution and take a repeat offender off the street in the process.
Survey shows 78% of unemployed Texans expect to return to work
By Michael Pineda | May 18, 2020
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is a bright spot amid the rising unemployment numbers in Texas.
