Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: How a border shutdown could affect the Texas economy, what Houston's climate will feel like in 60 years, and the latest on Houston sports.
Posted on · The Houston Matters experts discuss the latest news in our weekly political roundup.
Posted on · The Houston Matters experts discuss the latest political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas.
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: Following Pres. Trump's address on border security, the mayors of McAllen and Laredo weigh in on the situation. Then, we break down the recent political news. Plus, we learn about notable shipwrecks off the Texas coast. And a series of play readings adds to the #MeToo conversation.
Posted on · Funding for a border wall prompts stalemate between Democrats and the Trump Administration as the government shutdown continues.
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: We consider the reality of a border wall as the government shutdown continues over border security. Plus, we talk about sleep and sleep disorders, and vocalist Kristen Hertzenberg talks about growing up in Houston and previews an upcoming performance.
Posted on · Voters will get the chance to change the face of Mexico’s government, and affect the course of U.S. relations, with major border and trade issues at stake
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We learn what drives so many asylum seekers to flee their home countries in Central and South America and make the dangerous journey to the United States. Then, our panel of non-experts discusses The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Of The Week’s News. And Houston Comedian Mo Amer talks about his journey into comedy and his fateful plane ride with Eric Trump.
Posted on · The bill is an attempt by Republican leaders to find a compromise with moderate GOP lawmakers. The House will vote on two immigration bills next week, including another supported by conservatives.
Posted on · The original 2014 bill sought protect unaccompanied minors crossing the border. Cornyn says it’s needed now to deal with risks stemming from parents and children being separated when they enter the U.S. illegally.
Posted on · The Democrat running for governor says his $6.5 billion plan would also fund universal full-day Pre-K and a $5,000 college scholarship for anyone who graduates from a public high school with a 3.0 GPA or better
Posted on · Democratic Candidate for Governor Lupe Valdez released Tuesday, April 17, a statement responding to Governor Greg Abbott's comments on her views on border security and immigration
Posted on · As the Texas National Guard deploys troops to the US-Mexico border, Houston Matters checks in with several reporters to see how the forces' presence is being received there.
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: We learn about Texas National Guard troops being deployed to the border. Then, we discuss the process of repealing a constitutional amendment. Plus, veterinarian Lori Teller answers your pet care questions. And we get an update on Houston sports.
Posted on · In 2010, President Barack Obama deployed National Guard troops to the border over fear of increasing drug-trafficking violence