Texas
Uvalde gathers in tears and prayers to mourn victims of school shooting
Bri Kirkham, TPR / Paul Flahive, TPR
The stands at the Uvalde County Fairplex were filled with community members, journalists and law enforcement officers.
Guns
Santa Fe shooting survivor horrified as Uvalde becomes deadliest Texas school massacre
Duaa Faquih
Mom of Santa Fe victim says Tuesday’s shooting shows promises made about gun reform in Texas remain unfulfilled.
Politics
Beto O'Rourke interrupts Uvalde school shooting news conference, tells Gov. Abbott 'this is on you'
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, The Texas Newsroom
In response, Abbott said this was the time for Texans to come together and heal. O'Rourke is seeking to unseat the governor in the November election.
Health & Science
A preventative COVID-19 drug has opened up life for some immunocompromised Texans. But it remains unknown to many others
Sara Willa Ernst
The preventative therapeutic has calmed the anxieties of some immunocompromised people, but is still going largely unnoticed in Texas.
Most Viewed
Here Are The New Texas Gun Laws Going Into Effect On Sept. 1
DPS: 19 students, 2 adults dead in Uvalde grade school shooting
Endangered sea turtle nest found at Galveston Island State Park for the first time in a decade
Permitless Carry Becomes Legal In Texas Next Week. Here’s What You Need To Know
Why AR-15 Rifles Are Easier To Get Than Handguns In Texas
Politics
Top Texas Republicans resist gun control, push for more armed teachers and police at schools in wake of Uvalde shooting
Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune
As President Joe Biden vowed to enact stricter gun laws following the Uvalde shooting, top Texas Republicans worked to create distance between the shooting and potential gun restrictions.
Texas
How to help Uvalde families after deadly elementary school shooting
Rachel Treisman, NPR
The community is looking for blood donations, legal assistance and funds for victims' families.
Politics
Alexandra del Moral Mealer will face Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo in November
Lucio Vasquez
Mealer, a 37-year-old former Army captain, garnered a little over 75% of the votes in the Republican Party primary runoff.
Politics
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, endorsed by Trump, wins Republican primary
Andrew Schneider
Incumbent AG Ken Paxton prevailed over Land Commissioner George P. Bush despite Paxton facing a 2015 state securities fraud indictment and an ongoing FBI corruption investigation.
Houston Matters
The response to gun violence, and the Muslim experience in Houston (May 26, 2022)
Michael Hagerty
On Thursday's show: Homicides involving a gun have been on the rise in Harris County since 2018. In the wake of the school shooting in Uvalde, we discuss how we should respond. And a new survey reveals what life is like here for Muslims.
Hurricane
NOAA predicts “above normal” 2022 Atlantic hurricane season
Duaa Faquih
Expert says August, September typically peak for hurricanes in Houston region and advises residents to create evacuation plan
Criminal Justice
Biden has a new executive order on policing, 2 years after George Floyd was killed
MARTIN KASTE, NPR
The order will be signed Wednesday, the second anniversary of the murder of George Floyd while in police custody. But it only applies to federal law enforcement — not local forces
Houston Matters
School shooting in Uvalde, primary runoff results, and the life of George Floyd (May 25, 2022)
Michael Hagerty
On Wednesday's show: We learn the latest on the fatal shooting at a Uvalde elementary school. Then we discuss the results from the Texas primary election runoffs. And a new book examines the life and struggles of George Floyd.
News from NPR
Women who are denied abortions risk falling deeper into poverty. So do their kids
A large body of research shows being denied an abortion limits women's education, time in the workforce and wages. It also finds long-term negative impacts for their children.
Here's how much it could cost to rebuild Ukraine — and who would pay for it
History has many lessons to offer on how much it will cost to rebuild Ukraine, and how it can be done to help set the country up for a more prosperous and safe future.
Twitter will pay a $150 million fine over accusations it improperly sold user data
Federal regulators accuse the company of violating a 2011 agreement over the treatment of users' personal data, including phone numbers and email addresses.
On 2nd anniversary of George Floyd's killing, Black Buffalo residents feel the weight
The shooting at a Tops grocery store, which authorities say was motivated by racist hate, brought into sharper focus the weight of being a target.
Texas
The small town of Uvalde, Texas is reeling from tragedy
JONATHAN FRANKLIN, NPR
The Texas town where a deadly school shooting occurred Tuesday sits about 80 miles outside San Antonio and about 70 miles away from the U.S.-Mexico border.
Texas
DPS: 19 students, 2 adults dead in Uvalde grade school shooting
TPR NEWS
All of those killed were in a single classroom, officials said.
Bauer Business Focus
Search Engines and the Housing Market
Doug Mueller
What's the impact?
Politics
Texans head back to the polls for today’s runoff election
Julián Aguilar, The Texas Newsroom
The May 24 runoff features several high-profile contests for statewide offices, including Republican and Democratic runoffs for attorney general and the state’s land commissioner.
Houston Matters
Navigating high home prices and mortgage rates (May 24, 2022)
Michael Hagerty
On Tuesday's show: A report found cover-ups of allegations and incidents of sexual abuse by Southern Baptist leaders and volunteers. Plus, City Council Member Edward Pollard answers your questions, we discover how Houstonians are adjusting to high home prices and mortgage rates, and we meet Houstonians who collect unusual things.
Town Square
Military efforts aren't just focused on recruiting, they're also focused on connecting with local community
Lisa Rosborough
With May being National Military Appreciation Month, listeners call in to share messages of thanks to the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community, while local Marines discuss the state of recruiting during the pandemic and how Houston community support of the recruiting mission has played a key role. Plus, a Rice University political science professor gives an update on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Politics
This year's Harris County elections have been plagued by long wait times. Tuesday could be more of the same
Haya Panjwani
Tuesday is Election Day in Texas, and the election administrator's office has already had difficulty with counting ballots and releasing election results. The office is anticipating more challenges amid push back from the county's Republican party.
Energy & Environment
Endangered sea turtle nest found at Galveston Island State Park for the first time in a decade
Lucio Vasquez
The nest contained more than one hundred eggs laid by a Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle -- one of the most endangered sea turtle species in the world.
Health & Science
Children ages 5 and up can now get a COVID-19 booster shot in Houston
Matt Harab
Harris County Public Health began distributing Pfizer's booster shot on Monday, while Texas Children's Hospital and Memorial Hermann Hospital starting giving the shots late last week.
Health & Science
Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine produces a strong immune response in kids under 5
Bill Chappell, NPR
Pfizer plans to submit the new data to the Food and Drug Administration this week, bringing families with young children one step closer to a long-awaited vaccine.
Houston Matters
Baby formula shortage, and bacteria on Texas beaches (May 23, 2022)
Michael Hagerty
On Monday's show: How the shortage of baby formula is affecting Houston families, and dealing with the problem of high concentrations of bacteria on Texas beaches -- some of it from human waste. Plus a gardening expert answers questions, and we get an update on Houston sports.
Town Square
What happens if Texas abortion laws change?
Lisa Rosborough
We reach out to a journalist, medical professional, pro-life activist, and a Judge to share their views and thoughts on what the end of federal abortion rights would mean for Texas and the nation.
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 49: A Trans' Mission Never Ends
Eddie Robinson
LGBTQ Community Advocate Lou Weaver reveals intimate details about his journey of transformation and explains how recent legislation has impacted transgender Texans, including children and their families
Immigration
Judge: COVID asylum restrictions must continue on border
Associated Press
The provision denies migrants a chance to request asylum under U.S. law and international treaty on grounds of preventing the spread of COVID-19.
Politics
GOP runoff for Railroad commissioner asks voters, 'What is the job of a Texas oil regulator?'
Mose Buchele, KUT
The Republican primary contest between challenger Sarah Stogner and incumbent Wayne Christian has been characterized by twists and turns, accusations of corruption and some light nudity.
Health & Science
Experts say Texas is ready for latest COVID-19 uptick but advise caution
Jason Beeferman, Texas Tribune
It’s still unclear what the increase in cases will mean for the state, but doctors and hospitals say Texas is better prepared to face a surge than before.
Encore Houston
Encore Houston, Episode 180: Houston Jazz Collective - Mike Moreno
Joshua Zinn
Jazz guitarist Mike Moreno performs tracks from his albums and tunes by Wayne Shorter and Victor Young.
Houston Matters
Houston's strong place in the global economy despite the pandemic (May 20, 2022)
Michael Hagerty
On Friday's show: How Houston fared in international trade and business in 2021, plans to restore natural prairie around town, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week, and how bees have influenced human architecture.
Houston Matters
Travis Scott's Comeback Performance: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the Week
Michael Hagerty
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
Town Square
The stigma around discussing mental health
Lisa Rosborough
Mental health experts, personal stories of mental illness, and how to provide a safe space to discuss these issues can lead to a road toward help and resources in a community coming together to raise awareness.