On Thursday’s Houston Matters: the partial government shutdown continues as President Trump holds out for funding for a border wall. What do policymakers at the U.S.-Mexico border actually think about the wall and other border security proposals? We check in with the Texas Tribune's Julián Aguilar.
Also this hour: Sleep is a basic human necessity, yet so many of us have troubles getting to sleep, and staying asleep. We talk with sleep expert Dr. Sudha Tallavahjula.
Then, Ernie Manouse talks with vocalist Kristen Hertzenberg to preview her upcoming performance, featuring classic showtunes.
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