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The Astrodome

What’s Next For The Astrodome? A Nonprofit Wants Your Input

Andrew Schneider

Posted on May 20, 2021 · The Astrodome Conservancy is starting an eight-week program of online surveys, virtual meetings, and public events to gather as much input as possible from Harris County residents on the preferred fate of the domed stadium.

Tags astrodome Astrodome Conservancy Astrodome renovation Harris County Commissioners Court

Houston Matters

Political Roundup: Pres. Trump’s Proposed Budget, And Astrodome Renovation Approval

Abner Fletcher

Posted on February 14, 2018 · Our experts discuss the latest national, state, and local political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas.

Tags Astrodome renovation Brandon Rottinghaus commissioners court DACA debate Donald Trump mark jones Podcast ‘Party Politics proposed budget

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Houston Matters

The ‘Battle of the Sexes’ was 50 years ago today — tennis has never been the same

Michael Hagerty

Posted on September 20, 2023 · We remember Billie Jean King's defeat of Bobby Riggs at the Astrodome in 1973 and consider its impact with Houston-area tennis great Zina Garrison.

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Remembering the ‘Battle of the Sexes’ (Sept. 20, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on September 20, 2023 · On Wednesday's show: Fifty years ago today, tennis star Billy Jean King struck a blow for women’s equality in sports, defeating her male counterpart, Bobby Riggs, in a televised match at the Astrodome seen by millions.

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Harris County Public Health introduces Latino Chronic Disease Cohort pilot program

Patricia Ortiz

Posted on September 19, 2023 · “We want to make sure that these uninsured and underinsured individuals have this access to the care that they need,” Commissioner Lesley Briones said.

Tags Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones Harris County Commissioners Court Latino health

Harris County

Harris County passes $2.74 billion budget, lowers tax rates for fifth year in a row

Andrew Schneider

Posted on September 19, 2023 · The budget for the new fiscal year, which begins October 1, includes $119 million for law enforcement, addressing significant concerns by Republicans.

Tags Harris County budget Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis Harris County Commissioner Tom Ramsey Harris County Commissioners Court Harris County property taxes law enforcement

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