Houston Matters
Houston’s reputation for tearing down its historic buildings could be changing
Posted on · Tax credits are making it financially advantageous for developers to restore and repurpose historic structures.
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Houston Matters
The week in politics (May 24, 2023)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: Drama dominates the final days of the Texas Legislature. We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.
Arts & Culture
2023 Houston Art Car Parade: Here’s what you need to know about Saturday’s parade, related events
Posted on · The 36th annual parade featuring decorated automobiles is scheduled for Saturday afternoon. A variety of related events, including a sneak peek, celebratory ball and awards ceremony, will be held beforehand and afterward.
Houston
Connecticut governor calls Houston ‘butt ugly’ after visiting during Final Four
Posted on · Gov. Ned Lamont attended both of UConn’s games at NRG Stadium – Saturday’s national semifinal vs Miami and Monday’s national championship vs San Diego State.
Arts & Culture
Union Pacific presses felony charges against Houston artist accused of painting over ‘Be Someone’ graffiti
Posted on · Chandrika Metivier, 27, is alleged to have painted "NO WAR KNOW PEACE" and "#WOMANLIFEFREEDOM" on the side of a rail bridge near Downtown Houston. The "BE SOMEONE" message, which also is graffiti art, previously appeared on the structure.
Transportation
METRO offering free light-rail rides when Houston hosts 2023 NCAA Final Four
Posted on · All rides on METRORail, which provides access to Downtown Houston as well as to NRG Park, will be free from March 31-April 3.
Town Square
Holiday Light Displays, Activities & Short-Distance Trips from Houston
Posted on · Great ideas of activities to do with your family this holiday season.
Houston Matters
Brittney Griner released (Dec. 8, 2022)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: We discuss what we know about Griner’s release and whether the prisoner the United States released is a steep price to pay. And we learn why the League of Women Voters of Houston is shifting from a volunteer-only organization to hiring staff.
Local Arts
Multi-mural art project in Downtown Houston aims to inspire social change
Posted on · The "Big Art. Bigger Change" project is a a collaboration between a downtown economic development organization, a global arts nonprofit, an energy company and a Harris County commissioner.
Transportation
TxDOT gets the OK to continue limited work on a controversial I-45 expansion
Posted on · The expansion was put on hold by the Federal Highway Administration in March over possible violations under Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
Business
Thousands Of Texas Restaurants Closed During The Pandemic. Some Houston Favorites Are Ready For A Comeback
Posted on · COVID-19 had an unprecedented effect on the food scene and forced thousands of Texas restaurants to close.
Houston
Downtown Houston 4th Of July Celebration Will Go Virtual Again In 2021
Posted on · Houstonians can view the fireworks live from nearby parks, but like last year, Mayor Sylvester Turner said the public will not be able to physically watch the live music acts downtown.
Houston Matters
Mayor Turner’s Proposal For Firefighter Raises (May 20, 2021)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: A closer look at Mayor Turner’s proposal for raising firefighter pay, how autonomous vehicle technology is progressing, plans to renovate Jones Plaza and drive more visitors to downtown, and reflecting on the spectacle that was professional wrestling in Houston in the 1970s.
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Dr. Rheeda Walker; Reflections On The George Floyd March
Posted on · We hear listeners' experiences of June 2's George Floyd March in downtown Houston.
Houston Matters
Friday’s Show: Parking In Bike Lanes, And Downtown On Weeknights (Feb. 7, 2020)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: Drivers parking in bike lanes, attracting more visitors to downtown on weeknights, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news, and singer Phoebe Ryan.