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Houston Mayor speaks about plan to get unhoused people off the streets, connect them with resources
SUMMARY: Homelessness in Houston is a critical issue that Mayor John Whitmire aims to address through a new initiative designed to connect unhoused individuals with resources. This plan includes temporarily housing them in a central location, ultimately guiding them towards permanent affordable housing or reunification with family. Despite recent Supreme Court support, the mayor emphasizes the approach is not about criminalization but providing care and support, including mental health services. With collaboration from various organizations, the detailed plan is expected to be announced soon, signaling a proactive step towards improving community safety and the quality of life for all residents.

Homelessness in Houston. It’s a major problem Mayor John Whitmire says he’s hoping to solve.
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What steps are Houston lawmakers working to address the growing homelessness problem?
SUMMARY: Houston city leaders are focusing on homelessness, with around 3,000 people potentially sleeping on the streets across Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery counties. The City Council will vote on nearly $2.6 million in grants aimed at addressing this issue, part of Mayor Whitmire’s initiative to combat homelessness. Proposed measures include preventing families experiencing domestic violence from becoming homeless and establishing an “End Street Homelessness Fund.” Notably, nearly half of those in a local homeless facility are children. Organizations like the Salvation Army and Star of Hope play key roles in providing necessary services and support to vulnerable populations.

Houston City Council will vote on eight separate measures involving homelessness. KPRC 2’s Rilwan Balogun breaks it all down for us.
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Mavericks vs. Lakers: Luka on playing against Dallas
SUMMARY: Luka Dončić struggled from three-point range in his first game against the Dallas Mavericks since being traded, hitting only one triple in the first quarter. His emotions were evident, staring down the Dallas bench and later embracing his former teammates. Dončić admitted to sleeplessness before the game, and coach J.J. Redick acknowledged his nerves. Despite shooting struggles (1-for-7 from three), he posted a triple-double in a 107-99 win. Kyrie Irving led all scorers with 35 points. Dončić reflected on the emotional difficulty of leaving Dallas, while Mavericks GM Nico Harrison watched courtside. Anthony Davis hopes to return for the rematch.

FOX 4’s Jeff Kolb was in Crypto.com Arena for the Dallas Mavericks loss to Luka Doncic and the Lakers.
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Data challenges make it tough to see full scope of educator injury issues in Bexar County
SUMMARY: Educators are facing severe violence from students, contributing to a teacher shortage. Incidents include physical assaults, resulting in injuries to teachers, like Fred Jimenez, who died after an altercation last year. Reports indicate over 4,000 injuries among Bear County educators in two years, likely underreported due to insufficient data collection by local school districts. Many districts lack long-term records of assaults, raising concerns about their awareness of increasing violence. The Texas Education Agency does not track teacher injuries. Educators call for more resources and support to address the issue and improve student environments while sharing their experiences.

Students are punching, stabbing and even breaking their teacher’s bones, according to reports reviewed by KSAT Investigates.
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