Criminal Justice
New study details how extreme heat is affecting Texas prisons
Posted on · The research from Texas A&M University shows how many incarcerated individuals and staff are suffering from heat-related illnesses and death.
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Weather
Texas heat forces some outdoor workers to modify schedules and adjust work patterns
Posted on · Workers across Texas say this summer’s heat feels far worse than previous years, leaving them to find new ways to cope with long hours outside.
Houston Matters
More Extreme Heat Expected For Houston’s Future, And Attwater’s Prairie Chickens On The Rebound: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The News
Posted on · Houston Matters breaks down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week’s news.
Energy & Environment
Report Says Texas Could See More Frequent “Extreme Heat” In Decades Ahead
Posted on · The findings suggest a "huge challenge" for Texas, says one of the report's authors.
Houston Matters
Houston’s Population Growth Could Mean An Increase In Extreme Heat
Posted on · The consequences of Greater Houston's population growth have been well documented – from its effect on traffic, to housing, to urban development. But it also could have another effect – it could be making this an even hotter place to live in coming decades, according to ongoing research using Houston as a predictor of what’s […]
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Extreme Heat, Texas Black Expo and Fluoride: Tuesday’s Show (June 9, 2015)
Posted on · The consequences of Greater Houston's population growth have been well documented – from its effect on traffic, to housing, to urban development. But it also could have another effect – it could be making this an even hotter place to live in coming decades, according to ongoing research using Houston as a predictor of what’s […]