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Party Politics
A political podcast from two smart guys providing you with up-to-date policy and politics for your next cocktail party.
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Fire Triangle
In the past two years, half a dozen chemical disasters have ripped apart Texas neighborhoods, sent dozens of people to the hospital and killed unsuspecting bystanders as well as workers. Texas Public Radio and Houston Public Media spent the better part of 2020 investigating these events to answer the question: why do so many chemical disasters keep happening in Texas, and what—if anything—is being done to prevent more?
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Houston Matters
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Houston Public Media Local Newscasts
Local newscasts from Houston Public Media, updated during drive times.
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Next Question with Ernie Manouse
Education News
Brazosport homecoming queen snubbed from upcoming ceremony after wearing Mexican heritage sash during May graduation
Posted on · The president of a Houston-area LULAC council called the decision by Brazosport ISD "pure nonsense" and a "flagrant act of discrimination."
Houston Matters
Filmmaking program offers different path for Harris County youths needing second chance
Posted on · The Center also offers vocational trades, including a barber program where kids can become certified barbers. Construction, drivers licenses, art, music, welding and dance are also offered.
Politics
Federal judge declares Texas law restricting drag performances unconstitutional
Posted on · The ruling is a victory for LGBTQ+ rights advocates who have said the law targets drag performers for no real reason.
Books & Libraries
Katy ISD board revises book policy for Dr. Seuss, Eric Carle books
Posted on · The board voted unanimously Monday to change a book policy that banned any book that showed or implied nudity. The district has been under intense criticism about its book bans.
City of Houston
City of Houston breaks ground on new solid waste management facility
Posted on · Officials said the station will also save waste truck drivers more time when it comes to disposing trash.
Criminal Justice
Fort Bend man could be first to be prosecuted under new crosswalk law
Posted on · Bao Giang, who struck and killed a pedestrian at a Sugar Land crosswalk, could be facing felony charges.
Arts & Culture
Houston’s Saint Arnold named brewery of the year, again, at 2023 Great American Beer Festival
Posted on · The honor is the second in six years for Saint Arnold Brewing Company, which was one of four Houston-area beer makers to medal this year at the annual national competition.
Houston Matters
Houston Controller candidate Chris Hollins discusses vision for city finances
Posted on · As controller, the elected official acts as the city’s chief financial officer. Hollins is running against three other candidates for term-limited Chris Brown's seat.
Houston Matters
It’s slightly less hot, and there’s been some rain. It’s progress, right?
Posted on · We discuss the slow turn towards fall weather with Houston Chronicle meteorologist Justin Ballard.
News
One-third of Texas foster care caseworkers left their jobs last year as the agency continued putting kids in hotels
Posted on · The Department of Family and Protective Services has increasingly relied on housing foster kids in hotels when it can’t find them a home. In the 2022 fiscal year, after record staff turnover, more than 1 in 4 caseworkers had less than one year of experience.
Houston Matters
Slightly lower ‘fall’ temperatures (Sept. 26, 2023)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: We talk about the slightly lower temperatures this week. And we begin our series of candidate interviews, beginning with Chris Hollins, who’s running for Houston City Controller.
Immigration
Mexico agrees to deport migrants after El Paso reaches “breaking point”
Posted on · Mexican immigration officials said they will negotiate with five countries’ governments to ensure they will take back their citizens. The agreement was announced after shelters in El Paso said they are over capacity.
Transportation
With Houston BCycle sputtering, expert says long-term funding needed to keep bike share program on track
Posted on · METRO, the Houston region's public transit provider, is considering a five-year, $10.5 million contract with PBSC Urban Solutions, which has bike share facilities in cities such as Chicago, New York and Washington D.C.
Flooding
More than $23 million committed to stormwater detention in Houston area’s Cypress Creek watershed
Posted on · The T.C. Jester Stormwater Detention Basin project will cover more than 170 acres in the Klein area in northwest Harris County.
Texas
Ken Paxton whistleblowers call on Texas Supreme Court to revive lawsuit over stalled payment
Posted on · The attorney general – who was acquitted in his Senate impeachment trial earlier this month – settled with the four former employees in February for $3.3 million, but the Texas Legislature has so far declined to approve the funds.
Politics
How Ken Paxton’s impeachment will affect the lawmaking process in the Texas Legislature
Posted on · After sparring over the attorney general's impeachment, state lawmakers return to Austin next month for a special session focused on school vouchers. It could get messy.
Houston Matters
Astros’ playoff hopes come down to the season’s final week
Posted on · The defending champions head into the final week of the 2023 regular season -- and into a critical series against Seattle -- clinging to their playoff lives.
Houston Matters
The stranglehold cable providers have long had over sports fans — is it about to end?
Posted on · Columnist Dwight Silverman discusses recent techology news, including a new contract that will bring some live sports to the streaming service Max.
Police
Off-duty DPS trooper shoots neighbor suspected of breaking into his downtown Houston apartment
Posted on · The incident occurred early Monday, when police responded to a call in the 500 block of Crawford Street. The man who was shot was expected to survive, according to the Houston Police Department.
Weather
Did Houston’s hot and dry summer kill your lawn? Here’s how you can bring it back
Posted on · A horticulturist from Texas A&M offers tips on how to rebuild lawns that have gone from green to brown.