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More Houston families opt for homeschooling: What it means for public schools
SUMMARY: Student enrollment numbers significantly affect funding for school districts, crucial for providing resources. With an increase in families opting for homeschooling, as reported by the Texas Homeschool Coalition, over 50,000 students left public schools last year, primarily due to safety concerns and dissatisfaction with instruction. Families like the Lera single-ter from Fifth Ward chose homeschooling for their daughter Paris, citing personal experiences and the challenges of public schooling. This shift affects public school funding, impacting resources and diversity. Paris’s mother, Sharita, has left her job to support her daughter’s education and may consider returning to public school if Paris excels.

The Texas Home School Coalition reports that more than 50,000 students left public schools for homeschooling last year. Many families cite safety concerns and dissatisfaction with school instruction as their top reasons.
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Amendments coming to Houston's proposed short-term rentals ordinance
SUMMARY: Houston residents voiced their concerns today at City Hall regarding a proposed short-term rentals ordinance, which aims to regulate the industry amid issues of rowdy parties and public disturbances. Public feedback indicated dissatisfaction with the current draft, prompting city council members to consider amendments. While residents worry the ordinance may not sufficiently penalize bad operators, representatives for rental operators caution against overly punitive measures that could harm responsible landlords. The council plans to meet again tomorrow to discuss amendments, allowing further community input on the regulations intended to balance economic benefits with neighborhood safety.

Houston City Council plans to amend a short-term rental ordinance amid concerns over its impact. Some neighbors have complained about the homes.
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San Antonio students research lunar habitats while inside the Cave Without a Name
SUMMARY: San Antonio students are conducting pioneering aerospace research about lunar habitats in the Cave Without a Name, 80 feet underground near Bernie, Texas. They are developing lunar rovers that mimic those on the Moon and Mars, learning to navigate rugged terrain. Their studies include mapping the cave using laser technology to simulate lunar lava tubes, essential for potential moon habitation. Students aim to overcome technical challenges while collaborating on space-related projects. The effort fosters interest in space exploration, with hopes that their contributions will aid future lunar inhabitants. Some students will have their work published by local aerospace companies.

Thirty San Antonio middle and high school students are conducting cutting-edge, collegiate-level aerospace research to learn how humans could live on the moon.
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Grimes County escapee captured at north Houston motel
SUMMARY: Grimes County inmate Scott Chapel, who escaped from a facility near Spring, was captured after 20 hours on the run. He was found in a motel room near Highway 249 in north Houston. Authorities, including the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force, arrested him. Chapel, who had shown suicidal tendencies, was at a hospital when he escaped from the Cypress Creek Behavioral Health Center. Investigators are looking into how he managed to break free and whether security was compromised. Chapel, charged with sexual assault, is now in police custody. Further updates will follow as the investigation continues.

Scott Sheffle was arrested at the motel near Highway 249 and the North Freeway.
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