Wouldn’t that be something? Unfortunately, this headline-worthy development is just that—a rumor. And today is National Start a Rumor Day. In observance of this quirky national day, we’re exploring the truth of the justice gap, not the rumor, with the following facts below.
Read moreCelebrating Love Your Lawyer Day: Honoring our Allies in Justice
Each year on the first Friday in November, the legal community celebrates Love Your Lawyer Day, a time to recognize the dedication, compassion, and public service of lawyers who make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This year, on November 7, 2025, we take special pride in honoring the many attorneys who work tirelessly to promote fairness, uphold the rule of law, and expand access to justice—particularly those serving in legal aid and pro bono roles, including the Houston Volunteer Lawyers and all the attorneys at Lone Star Legal Aid
Read moreSNAP Benefits Are At Risk—Here’s How Houston Families Can Get Food Help
Over 40 million Americans depend on SNAP each month to put food on the table. But beginning this November, amidst the second-largest government shutdown in U.S. history, millions of families will see their food assistance halted. If you, or anyone you know needs food assistance, please use this guide to locate food distribution centers and other community resources in the Greater Houston Area. No one should have to face an empty table alone.
Read morePrison Banned Books Week: Defending the Right to Read Behind Bars
Each year, Prison Banned Books Week brings attention to a pervasive yet often overlooked form of censorship—the systematic restriction of reading materials in prisons and jails across the United States. This year’s campaign (October 19-25, 2025) is just coming to an end, but the efforts to bring prison censorship to light continue every day, as dedicated activists, advocates, and volunteers work to reduce barriers to information access behind bars.
Read moreCelebrating National Pro Bono Week: Supporting Communities and Bridging the Justice Gap
Every October, legal professionals across the United States come together to celebrate National Pro Bono Week, a time to honor the extraordinary contributions of volunteer attorneys and to encourage continued engagement in pro bono service. Organized by the American Bar Association, this year’s celebration runs from October 19–25, 2025, uniting lawyers, advocates, and community partners nationwide under the shared mission of expanding access to justice through free legal assistance.
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