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My neighborhood is gentrifying. That isn't all bad.
A formula for attracting investment that benefits existing as well as new residents remains elusive.
Dec 30, 2025
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Thomas Paine, Barbara Jordan, and the power of words
A pamphlet and a speech, two centuries apart, have enduring impact
Dec 16, 2025
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Between the commas, a life defined
Obituaries focus on achievement. That's not the only standard.
Nov 25, 2025
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Can Bruce Springsteen fix the hole in the floor?
New film, war of words with Trump reflect his ongoing mission
Nov 10, 2025
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What do journalists create? A brief glossary
The labels we attach to the fruit of our labors mean something
Oct 3, 2025
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Lina Hidalgo tires of the dance
The Harris County leader's decision to forgo a third term bid signals deeper concerns
Sep 25, 2025
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I thought my love affair with cars was over. Nope!
After struggling with a chronic illness, I rewarded myself with an almost-new vehicle
Sep 15, 2025
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Life lessons from 'Star Wars,' 44 years later
I reviewed the first 'Star Wars' movie for a suburban newspaper. It reads much differently now
Sep 12, 2025
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