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Texas death row inmate John Allen Rubio set for execution in Huntsville for 2003 killings of three children
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Why is Houston sinking?
Lila Mendez
Lila Mendez
Bureau Chief · Houston, TX
Lila Mendez has spent over 15 years in local journalism, honing her skills at the Houston Chronicle and NPR’s Houston affiliate. A graduate of the University of Houston, she excels in connecting with the community and has a knack for unearthing stories that highlight the diverse voices of Houston's neighborhoods.
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Parts of the Houston area are sinking as groundwater is pumped out. Officials say reducing reliance on groundwater is key to slowing the damage.
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