Posted on · Political science and legal experts discuss what election results say about the political and cultural divisions in our country, and what it will take to unify moving forward.
Posted on · A University of Houston researcher assesses systemic barriers and opportunities for civic engagement in Harris County, our panel of voting experts your last-minute voting questions, and live reports from polling locations by Houston Public Media reporters.
Posted on · Rice University political scientist Bob Stein told Houston Matters host Craig Cohen on Tuesday that the split results are the result of methodology differences combined with a tighter-than-usual race in Texas.
Posted on · Experts discuss the processes of voter registration and how to apply for, and cast, mail-in ballots.
Posted on · Experts discuss how our voting system works, and the likelihood of a Covid vaccine by the end of the year.
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: A new poll looks at the mayoral runoff, our weekly political roundup, how affectionate communication can be good for your health, and Deva Mahal performs.
Posted on · More than one-third of respondents say they'll vote for incumbent Sylvester Turner -- though even more of them give the city of Houston a poor grade on flood control and road maintenance.
Posted on · Houston Matters discusses the concept of echo chambers and examines whether Houston or Texas are their own.
Posted on · Political scientist Bob Stein discusses recent voter trends in the Lone Star State.
Posted on · Besides the Cruz–O’Rourke contest, political expert Bob Stein thinks the races for the U.S. House of Representatives and county level contests can motivate the electorate
Posted on · Rice University professor Bob Stein outlines what makes Houston a challenging and unique place to conduct polls.
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We take a closer look at the proposed merger between Memorial Hermann and Baylor Scott & White. Then, Rep. John Culberson of Congressional District 7 answers your questions. Plus, we learn what makes Houston a difficult place to conduct polls. And we reflect on the Battle of Gonzales.
Posted on · Anthony Salvanto, director of elections and surveys for CBS News, explains what average Americans should better understand about how polls are conducted.
Posted on · Republicans say the registration challenges were nonpartisan, but some of those who were challenged feel otherwise.
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 […]