Houston Matters
Another Houston Starbucks unionizes: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
Posted on · 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.
Tag: air travel
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Carlos Correa’s contract odyssey: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
Posted on · 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.
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Southwest’s cancelled flight debacle (Jan. 3, 2023)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: We reflect on Southwest Airline's massive flight cancellation over the holidays, the fallout from which is still ongoing for some travelers. What went wrong, and how might it hurt the airline?
Health & Science
The judge who tossed mask mandate misunderstood public health law, legal experts say
Posted on · Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle's decision hinged on a definition of the word 'sanitation' that public health experts and legal scholars say missed the mark.
Transportation
United Airlines Workers Urge Houston Officials To Help Save Hundreds Of Jobs
Posted on · United Airlines announced that they will be making contracting changes, which could result in layoffs at IAH. Now, workers are asking the city to pass a worker retention ordinance.
Transportation
More Travelers Expected At Houston Airports This Thanksgiving Holiday
Posted on · Nearly two million passengers are expected to go through Houston's airports.
Arts & Culture
Houston Renews Funding For Airport Music Program After Bitter Fight
Posted on · Three million dollars in airline fees will support Harmony in the Air over the next three years.
Business
United Airlines CEO Ousted Amid Federal Investigation
Posted on · United is Houston’s largest air carrier, operating out of the former Continental hub at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
News
HavanaAir Announces Houston Flights To Cuba From Bush Airport
Posted on · The U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control prohibits flights to Cuba for the purpose of tourism
Transportation
Houston’s Airports Saw Record Number Of Passengers In 2014
Posted on · Officials say growth is driven by new international carriers.
Good, Bad and Ugly
How to Survive Texas’ Busiest Holiday Travel Season Since 2007
Posted on · AAA Texas anticipates some 3.6 million Texans will travel 50 miles or more Wednesday through Sunday. About 3.3 million of them will be on the road; 235 thousand Texans will fly. Itâs the largest number of Lone Star state travelers since 2007 and five percent more than just last Thanksgiving. First, we discuss whatâs new […]
Full Show
Thanksgiving Travel and Cooking: Houston Matters for Monday, November 24, 2014
Posted on · Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving at home or plan to hit the road this week to visit family or friends, we have you covered on today’s Houston Matters: We discuss the rules of the road, developments at Houston's airports, and Houston chefs will offer advice for preparing Thanksgiving dinner. AAA Texas anticipates some 3.6 million Texans […]
Health & Science
Why A Flight Ban To Curb Ebola’s Spread Is Unlikely
Posted on · Senator Ted Cruz is one of several GOP legislators proposing a ban.
Transportation
Airports Bolster Security To Prevent Ebola
Posted on · The Department of Homeland Security is questioning travelers about possible Ebola exposure.
Transportation
Flights Between Hobby And Midway Halted Until 7 PM
Posted on · Some flights have begun taking off and landing again.