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Despite Recent Chemical Fires, Houston’s Air Quality Continues To Improve

Posted on April 18, 2019 · Dan Cohan from Rice University explains the overall trend of improvement in Greater Houston's air.

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Special session maneuvering: political roundup for Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Posted on May 31, 2023 · The Texas House passes what Governor Abbott wants, then promptly adjourns. Where does this leave the Texas Senate?

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Texans overwhelmingly support marijuana for medical use. Will such ‘compassionate use’ be expanded this session?

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Posted on May 16, 2023 · We discuss the status of proposed bills related to marijuana use in Texas.

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Opinions about life in Houston (May 16, 2023)

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Posted on May 16, 2023 · On Tuesday's show: We dig into the latest results from the long-running Houston Area Survey. And we discuss where Texas stands on marijuana laws.

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Fires that release chemicals are not among the factors under consideration for renewing chemical plant permits

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Posted on May 15, 2023 · Air Alliance Houston's Jennifer Hadayia walks us through the permitting process for chemical plants.

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