Laura Lucas

Senior Producer & Arts & Culture Reporter

As senior producer Laura works on arts & culture features for radio, television and digital. Laura serves as the Arts & Culture reporter for 88.7 and produces segments for the weekly television program, Arts InSight. In addition, Laura produces the weekly political series, Red, White and Blue and the podcast, Party Politics. Laura has received many awards for her work including the Lone Star Emmy Award, the Houston Press Club Award and the Francis C. Moore, MD, Medical Journalism Award.

Laura graduated from the University of Houston. She’s very passionate about the service that public media provides and its ability to educate and inform the public.

Visual Art

Downtown Art Installation Takes Experimental Film Outside To Play

Posted on May 2, 2017 · Downtown’s new art installation has Houstonians literally stopping in their tracks.

Arts InSight

Video: Eggs-estential Art!

Posted on April 11, 2017 · A local artist honors his Ukrainian heritage with intricate Easter egg designs.

Arts InSight

Video: Recycled Materials, New Age Talent

Posted on February 22, 2017 · A Houston artist utilizes his disability to create expressive works of art.

Arts InSight

Video: Homes In The Heights Get Illustrated

Posted on January 24, 2017 · From postcards to posters, artist, Dalia Rihani, illustrates her appreciation for homes in the Heights.

News

A Legacy In Learning: Blackshear Elementary Celebrates 100 Years

Posted on December 12, 2016 · Blackshear Elementary parents and alumni celebrate 100 years of education.

Arts InSight

Video: Ready For Holidays? Here’s A Feast For Your Eyes Only

Posted on November 15, 2016 · From oven-browned chicken to chocolate candies, Houston artist Henri Gadbois is dishing out some culinary delights with zero calories.

Arts InSight

Video: Mini Masterpieces Popping Up All Over Houston

Posted on October 17, 2016 · Mini masterpieces are springing up throughout Houston's neighborhoods.

News

UH Initiative Helps Turn A Dream Into A Reality

Posted on October 3, 2016 · UH Third Ward Initiative helps make one principal's goal of parent engagement become a reality.

Political Perspectives

Political Perspectives: A Closer Look At Harris County Precinct One

Posted on April 8, 2016 · On this webisode, we discuss Harris County Precinct One and interim Commissioner Gene Locke.

Political Perspectives

Political Perspectives: City Of Houston Finances

Posted on April 1, 2016 · Hosts/Commentators, Jay Aiyer and Brandon Rottinghaus discuss the state of the city’s finances and budget concerns.

Political Perspectives

Political Perspectives: Who Are The Presidential Frontrunners?

Posted on March 25, 2016 · Hosts/Commentators, Jay Aiyer and Brandon Rottinghaus will take a look at who is edging closer to secure the Democratic and Republican presidential nomination.

Arts InSight

Video: Houston Designer Makes Statement At New York Fashion Week

Posted on November 18, 2014 · 18-year-old fashion designer and high school student Amir Taghi presents his designs at New York Fashion Week.

Arts InSight

VIDEO: A Marriage Of Textile Creation And Fashion Design

Posted on October 13, 2014 · Fabric artist, Kate de Para marries her love of textile design and fashion.

News

PREVIEW: DA Candidates Go Head-To-Head On The Issues

Posted on September 29, 2014 · Who will be elected to the office of Harris County District Attorney?

Arts InSight

Arts InSight: A Thin Wall of Air

Posted on July 15, 2014 · An exhibit devoted to the garments and designs of couturier, Charles James