News
Astrodome Set To Become Texas Historical Landmark
Posted on · The Astrodome is receiving a new historical marker this afternoon
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Local
WATCH: Houston Astrodome Marks 53rd Anniversary With ‘Domecoming’
Posted on · The Astrodome opened in 1965 but has been vacant for 19 years. It closed to all events in 2009.
Houston Matters
What Long-Gone Elements Of Houston Do You Miss The Most?
Posted on · Three native Houstonians tell Houston Matters about their experiences growing up here and what long-gone elements of the city they miss the most.
News
Houston Astrodome Will Host ‘Domecoming’ Before Undergoing Renovation
Posted on · Admission for the April 9 public event is free but attendees must register online
Houston Matters
With Renovations Moving Forward, Is The Astrodome Debate Finally Over?
Posted on · Minnette Boesel from the Astrodome Conservancy discusses the vision for the future of the dome and how the space might be used.
News
Harvey, Astrodome Vote Complicate Morman’s Reelection Bid
Posted on · County Commissioner Jack Morman has represented Harris County Precinct 2 since 2011. The Republican’s most likely Democratic opponent is former Sheriff Adrian Garcia.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Preventing School Shootings, And The Next Step For The Astrodome (Feb. 23, 2018)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We discuss how to better protect schools from gun violence. Then, we discuss what future events might take place in a renovated Astrodome. Plus, our non-experts discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of this week’s news. And musician Kevin Griffin talks about writing hit songs for other people.
Podcast
Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 45: Sandra Bullock Vs Dan Patrick And The Dome Is Saved!
Posted on · "Here is the County spending $100 million plus to save an old sports stadium?" - Jay Aiyer, co-host of Party Politics, on the latest budget agreement to renovate the Astrodome
News
Harris County Commissioners Court Approves $105M Astrodome Renovation Plan
Posted on · The Astrodome has been vacant for 19 years and closed to all events since 2009
Houston Matters
Full Show: Commissioners Court Votes On Astrodome, And Measuring Presidential Accomplishments (Feb. 13, 2018)
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: Harris County Commissioners voted to move forward with Astrodome renovation plans. We visit the public radio stations at Greater Houston's two historically black universities. A new book examines American presidents from the past century based solely on their accomplishments. And we go inside the world of figure skating in Houston.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Holiday Traditions, And The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of 2017 (Dec. 22, 2017)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We recall a historic basketball game between UH and UCLA. We invite listeners to tell us about their favorite holiday traditions. We discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of 2017. And we bring you a special Houston edition of the classic tale ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Houston Matters
More Spectacle Than Sport: Remembering The ‘Battle Of The Sexes’ At The Astrodome
Posted on · We look back at the "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match held at the Astrodome in 1973 as a new film about it is in theaters.
Texas
Whatever Happened To The Astrodome Bill?
Posted on · SB 884 turned into a rare example of a Texas legislative battle where local control advocates won out over state authority.
News
Harris County Judge Continues To Criticize Astrodome Bill
Posted on · Judge Ed Emmett calls the bill “misguided.”
Houston Matters
Should the Plan to Repurpose the Astrodome Be Put Up for a Vote?
Posted on · Earlier this month (Feb. 14, 2017), Harris County Judge Ed Emmett said the county’s putting on hold a comprehensive study of facilities at the NRG complex, including NRG Stadium, NRG Arena, and – yep – the Astrodome. Why? Because state lawmakers may take up a bill this session that would require Harris County voters to approve […]