Energy & Environment
Housing Development At Houston Superfund Site Moving Forward
Posted on · The EPA is putting new resources into encouraging redevelopment of Superfund sites across the U.S.
Tag: development
Houston Matters
The Man Who Built Houston’s Skyline: Gerald D. Hines Reflects On His Career
Posted on · From the Galleria, to Williams Tower, to One Shell Plaza, Hines discusses the role he played in creating so many iconic Houston structures.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Water Rights Battle, And The Man Behind Houston’s Skyline (Jan. 8, 2017)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: We look at a water rights battle between Texas and New Mexico. Real estate developer Gerald D. Hines talks about his role in the creation of Houston's skyline. Dr. Lori Teller answers questions about your beloved dogs and cats. And Jeff Balke discusses the latest Houston sports news.
Energy & Environment
Government Report Says FEMA Flood Mapping Program Needs Improvement
Posted on · The internal audit found that as of late 2016, only 42% of FEMA's flood maps were up to date.
Energy & Environment
As Harvey Repairs Continue, Bayou Partnership Considers The Future Of Houston Greenspaces
Posted on · The Buffalo Bayou Partnership says Harvey shows the need for more flood-smart green spaces.
Energy & Environment
Harris County Commissioners Approve Funding For New Stormwater Basins
Posted on · Much of the money will help build new ponds to hold stormwater along Houston-area bayous.
Business
Major Development In Katy Aimed To Attract Growing Asian Population
Posted on · Construction is underway for “Katy Asian Town” on Grand Parkway.
Transportation
Houston’s Energy Corridor Commuters Have A New Travel Option
Posted on · West Houston’s “Missing Mile” is now complete. The Energy Corridor has just opened a new roadway that can help commuters avoid the Katy Freeway.
Houston Matters
How Could Downtown Houston Be Improved for Living and Working?
Posted on · (Photo: Derek Stokely, Houston Public Media) The Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) is creating a new plan for the short- and long-term future of downtown. Plan Downtown looks as far as 20 years into the future to recommend development and design improvements for downtown Houston. What kinds of things will the plan be looking […]
Houston Matters
The Man Who Built Houston’s Skyline: Gerald D. Hines Reflects On His Career
Posted on · From the Galleria, to Williams Tower, to One Shell Plaza, Hines discusses the role he played in creating so many iconic Houston structures.
Full Show
Airport Open Line, and The Good, Bad and the Ugly of the News: Friday’s Show (March 3, 2017)
Posted on · (Above:Â A terminal inside Houstonâs Bush Intercontinental Airport. Photo Courtesy: IAH Website) The City of Houston recently received a $1 million federal grant to help build roadways and utilities needed to grow Houstonâs aerospace sector. On this edition of Houston Matters, we learn more about the grant and get answers to your questions about Houston airports […]
News
Harris County Judge Continues To Criticize Astrodome Bill
Posted on · Judge Ed Emmett calls the bill “misguided.”
Business
Did Super Bowl LI Bring About Permanent Improvement To Houston’s Landscape?
Posted on · There have been many changes in the weeks and months leading up to the Super Bowl, but most of it would have been done anyway.
Houston Matters
How Can Houston Suburbs Improve?
Posted on · A new report from Rice Universityâs Kinder Institute for Urban Research examines ways Houston suburbs can improve. The study is based on five case studies of Houston suburbs, including Sugar Land and The Woodlands. Kyle Shelton, the man behind the research, joins us to discuss how our idea of suburbs has changed over time and […]
Transportation
Walkers And Cyclists Head To The Fifth Ward For Sunday Streets
Posted on · It's the first time the historic neighborhood is hosting the event. A section of Lyons Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic so visitors can stroll and cycle.