After the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a national debate over free speech has intensified. Across the country, people have faced consequences — from firings to expulsions — for their comments about Kirk’s assassination. Near the University of Houston campus, reporter Shakari Briggs asked students whether they feel comfortable sharing their own views on social media. 🔗bit.ly/4nfidZ1 | Houston Chronicle

According to a select group of Christians on social media, Tuesday is the day true believers — both living and dead — ascend to heaven alongside Jesus Christ as everyone else gets left behind. 🔗bit.ly/4nthzXN | Houston Chronicle

From undocumented childhood to community leader, Cesar Espinosa turned resilience into service. As founder of FIEL Houston, he’s built the largest civil rights immigration organization in Texas — and he’s still fighting for families like his own. 🔗bit.ly/46p5blI | Houston Chronicle