Janet Miranda - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/janet-miranda/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/houstonnewmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-cropped-Houston.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Janet Miranda - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/janet-miranda/ 32 32 103504436 Houston Children’s Charity raises $4 million to donate record number of wheelchair-accessible vans https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-childrens-charity-raises-4-million-to-donate-record-number-of-wheelchair-accessible-vans/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-childrens-charity-raises-4-million-to-donate-record-number-of-wheelchair-accessible-vans Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=cfe27fb21687cd7eafd812c252335481 Houston Children's Charity is gearing up for its most ambitious donation event ever, with a record-breaking number of wheelchair-accessible vans distributed and major names in attendance.

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]]> 953638 Conroe considers citywide development pause amid water capacity strain https://houstonnewmedia.org/conroe-considers-citywide-development-pause-amid-water-capacity-strain/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=conroe-considers-citywide-development-pause-amid-water-capacity-strain Wed, 14 May 2025 13:01:22 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=19b1efbbd230943a600a7c7664a32c48 Water capacity strain in Conroe is causing city officials to kickstart the process of enacting a citywide pause on developments. Meanwhile, developers' projects sit in limbo.

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]]> 953229 University of Houston-Downtown unveils expansion into former incubator space (PHOTOS) https://houstonnewmedia.org/university-of-houston-downtown-unveils-expansion-into-former-incubator-space-photos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=university-of-houston-downtown-unveils-expansion-into-former-incubator-space-photos Mon, 12 May 2025 19:30:46 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=276a0430662e11e9f95184598e02d48b UHD's latest expansion will create opportunities for continuing education and alumni engagement in the heart of Houston's business district.

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]]> 952449 Texas, construction face disproportionate impact from mass deportations, Fitch report warns https://houstonnewmedia.org/texas-construction-face-disproportionate-impact-from-mass-deportations-fitch-report-warns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=texas-construction-face-disproportionate-impact-from-mass-deportations-fitch-report-warns Fri, 09 May 2025 19:39:21 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=9d55e0a08718e8cc1b299196e96f1651 A recent report suggests Texas could be hit harder than most states by potential mass deportations, with implications for key industries.

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]]> 951257 Rice University starts construction of 75,000-square-foot student hub (RENDERINGS) https://houstonnewmedia.org/rice-university-starts-construction-of-75000-square-foot-student-hub-renderings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rice-university-starts-construction-of-75000-square-foot-student-hub-renderings Thu, 08 May 2025 21:16:48 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=d40af2568c40893211449cca6a6e9875 Rice University started construction of its brand new student hub. The addition is expected to be part of a larger three-building complex focused on student life.

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]]> 950913 How tariffs impact the rising star of TikTok-famous Mr. Tai’s Chili Garlic Flakes https://houstonnewmedia.org/how-tariffs-impact-the-rising-star-of-tiktok-famous-mr-tais-chili-garlic-flakes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-tariffs-impact-the-rising-star-of-tiktok-famous-mr-tais-chili-garlic-flakes Thu, 08 May 2025 18:45:30 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=acfd1dd1b44b9a1a47c14b9b0d5bd7cb This family venture grew from a small operation aimed at creating a healthier alternative to a traditional Vietnamese spicy sauce into a TikTok sensation. The viral business was experiencing exponential growth going from gas stations to retail shelves ...

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]]> 950738 Houston keeps existing minority groups category in small-business program https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-keeps-existing-minority-groups-category-in-small-business-program/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-keeps-existing-minority-groups-category-in-small-business-program Wed, 07 May 2025 19:30:53 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=fbecbe2f69c7e2e058346970c6bcc7cd Houston opts to extend minority-owned small business program in the midst of new study showing that disparities have been closed for certain minorities.

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]]> 950117 264-unit apartment complex to start construction in northwest Houston area https://houstonnewmedia.org/264-unit-apartment-complex-to-start-construction-in-northwest-houston-area/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=264-unit-apartment-complex-to-start-construction-in-northwest-houston-area Wed, 07 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=25973ac7ab196940ddd91d352bee2db9 The project promises to bring much-needed low-cost housing to the unincorporated area in Harris County.

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]]> 949707 Real ID enforcement begins this week. How will it affect air travel? https://houstonnewmedia.org/real-id-enforcement-begins-this-week-how-will-it-affect-air-travel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=real-id-enforcement-begins-this-week-how-will-it-affect-air-travel Tue, 06 May 2025 18:58:02 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=50b53d06fdd0281eb948cd677b277c69 Air travelers without a Real ID might be waiting an extra two hours to get through security, according to TSA.

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]]> 949409 Houston beats all other US metros as leading exporter — and it’s not even close https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-beats-all-other-us-metros-as-leading-exporter-and-its-not-even-close/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-beats-all-other-us-metros-as-leading-exporter-and-its-not-even-close Mon, 05 May 2025 19:31:11 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=c0df8fe3ee7e6a03c5a297703b463d2e Houston beat major metros like New York and Los Angeles, shipping more than $180 billion in goods and commodities overseas.

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]]> 949161 Over 1,000 Houston employees accept retirement buyout https://houstonnewmedia.org/over-1000-houston-employees-accept-retirement-buyout/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=over-1000-houston-employees-accept-retirement-buyout Thu, 01 May 2025 19:40:02 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=e826a6827d6a948f85b8fdeb05363ffe The voluntary incentive package is part of a plan Houston Mayor John Whitmire introduced to help cut the city's projected $320 million budget shortfall.

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]]> 947287 Covenant House Texas hires next CEO, prepares to move into new campus https://houstonnewmedia.org/covenant-house-texas-hires-next-ceo-prepares-to-move-into-new-campus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=covenant-house-texas-hires-next-ceo-prepares-to-move-into-new-campus Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:13:52 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=d3c81357aa244618b4643fd9bc6b5d21 The Houston-based youth housing nonprofit's new CEO is joining just as the organization prepares to open a new campus in Montrose.

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]]> 946704 Spring Branch ISD to start construction of $23M project at Stratford High School https://houstonnewmedia.org/spring-branch-isd-to-start-construction-of-23m-project-at-stratford-high-school/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=spring-branch-isd-to-start-construction-of-23m-project-at-stratford-high-school Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:51:40 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=f3bbee1183235543b7f3faefa8380912 The project is part of the $381.6 million bond program voters approved in 2022.

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]]> 946575 Houston-area voters to consider $1.2 billion in school bond proposals on May 3 ballot https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-area-voters-to-consider-1-2-billion-in-school-bond-proposals-on-may-3-ballot/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-area-voters-to-consider-1-2-billion-in-school-bond-proposals-on-may-3-ballot Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:00:07 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=c91db18bb9f088fa1a3d7be0637276f8 Three Houston-area school districts are asking voters to approve a combined $1.2 billion in bond proposals, which would pay for several construction projects in the area.

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]]> 946306 Is a private school boom imminent in Houston? It’s a mixed bag. https://houstonnewmedia.org/is-a-private-school-boom-imminent-in-houston-its-a-mixed-bag/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-a-private-school-boom-imminent-in-houston-its-a-mixed-bag Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=60316f9eedca44a18bdfada360c43162 The school vouchers bill in the works for years will soon become law. Some experts say that brings an opportunity for private school in Houston to expand.

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]]> 945508 Houston law firm asks federal court to permanently halt Trump order https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-law-firm-asks-federal-court-to-permanently-halt-trump-order/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-law-firm-asks-federal-court-to-permanently-halt-trump-order Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:53:33 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=ab2d1801c50704884516cb497e78d0c0 Houston-based litigation firm asks a federal court for permanent relief against President Donald Trump’s April 9 executive order.

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]]> 944270 Houston hospitality workers demand wage hike amid booming tourism https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-hospitality-workers-demand-wage-hike-amid-booming-tourism/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-hospitality-workers-demand-wage-hike-amid-booming-tourism Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:34:26 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=6ecbb8691cd0662d7fa6f75d1db1e639 Hospitality workers of Unite Here Local 23 demand higher wages as tourism in Houston increases.

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]]> 943481 Galveston County residents to vote on $186 million infrastructure package bond https://houstonnewmedia.org/galveston-county-residents-to-vote-on-186-million-infrastructure-package-bond/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=galveston-county-residents-to-vote-on-186-million-infrastructure-package-bond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:56:45 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=3970871a8bb86a5eb9f04bf9cfe460d2 Galveston County residents will go to the polls to vote on a major $186 million infrastructure bond issue.

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]]> 943361 Rice University plans 30% enrollment growth by 2028 https://houstonnewmedia.org/rice-university-plans-30-enrollment-growth-by-2028/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rice-university-plans-30-enrollment-growth-by-2028 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 19:52:34 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=c324c6779f967134b6dc9bbe9a08c6c3 As part of its expansion strategy, Rice not only aims to increase enrollment but also is making substantial investments in its campus infrastructure, with several major construction projects already underway or on the horizon.

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]]> 942401 More Montrose Boulevard construction set to begin this summer as part of Metro’s 20-mile project https://houstonnewmedia.org/more-montrose-boulevard-construction-set-to-begin-this-summer-as-part-of-metros-20-mile-project/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=more-montrose-boulevard-construction-set-to-begin-this-summer-as-part-of-metros-20-mile-project Thu, 17 Apr 2025 21:36:59 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=d82a217ae954981f0491e6d6f501033f Metro is gearing up for the next phase of its overhaul of a key transportation artery, which will include enhanced sidewalks, pavement and signage along the 20-mile route.

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