Patricia Ortiz is a reporter for Houston Public Media, focusing on local news in the Houston area. She has also contributed to publications such as Enlace Latino NC, Report4America, Her Campus FSU, and Texas Public Radio. Patricia covers a wide range of topics including traffic safety, employment rates, healthcare, and community initiatives.
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Patricia Ortiz focuses on local news in Texas, with an emphasis on government announcements and events. She particularly covers topics related to government & politics, health & wellbeing, energy, and pets.
If you want to pitch to Patricia, consider offering insights or expert commentary related to local government policies or initiatives in Texas. Additionally, pitches related to public health issues, pet welfare concerns specific to the Houston area or developments in the energy sector within Texas could be of interest.
For event coverage pitches should be focused on community events within Houston or Harris County. Offering unique perspectives from individuals impacted by natural disasters would also likely be of interest given her focus on these themes.
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By: Patricia Ortiz
44% of 447 surveyed physicians said they have thought about or have already changed how or where they practice as a result of abortion restrictions.
By: Patricia Ortiz
According to a letter from the principal sent to parents, one of the students was sent to a local hospital “as a precautionary measure.”
By: Patricia Ortiz
Khator said the money that is raised will go toward scholarships, research programs, student-athletes, staff members, and campus transformation.
By: Patricia Ortiz
The 20-foot inflatable IUD is a call attention to the Senate vote on the Right to Contraception Act which Republican senators blocked.
By: Patricia Ortiz
A federal judge had previously ruled the law unconstitutional because it violated the First and Fourteenth Amendments. SB 1 was also considered confusing, vague, and overly broad.
By: Patricia Ortiz
The Houston area typically sees around 52 inches of rain per year -- we've already gotten more than 51 inches of rain so far this year.
By: Patricia Ortiz
The pilot, Bruce H. Brown, was identified almost 80 years after he died and his next of kin lives in Houston.
By: Patricia Ortiz
At least 200 teachers from across the state have been falsely certified, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said during a press conference Monday afternoon.
By: Patricia Ortiz
Five Houston-area educators have been charged for their alleged involvement in a teacher certification cheating ring. They include a coach and two assistant principals.
By: Patricia Ortiz
Negotiations for the 573-foot vessel had stopped last month because of financial concerns and complaints from local business owners.
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