
Houston Matters
Andy Borowitz explains how we went from ridiculing ignorance in our politicians to celebrating it
Posted on · The writer and satirist discusses his book, "Profiles in Ignorance," ahead of an appearance in Houston Sept. 21.
Posted on · The writer and satirist discusses his book, "Profiles in Ignorance," ahead of an appearance in Houston Sept. 21.
Posted on · There are no remaining Democratic elected officials in Liberty County, a rural community northeast of Houston, after longtime Justice of the Peace Ronnie Davis lost his re-election bid in November.
Posted on · On Friday's show: We reflect on Queen Elizabeth's life and recall the time she visited Houston. Also, a UH alum who was with Pres. George W. Bush on 9/11 shares his memories of that day. And we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
Posted on · Public opinion remains bitterly divided on the issue, but an imminent Supreme Court decision could overturn or dramatically undercut Roe v. Wade.
Posted on · Powell's family said that he died of complications from COVID-19, although he was fully vaccinated. Powell was a former general turned statesman who served as secretary of state under George W. Bush.
Posted on · The president said he will move to withdraw American forces from Afghanistan after nearly 20 years of an active U.S. military presence in the country.
Posted on · Texas lawmakers and other officials have taken the lead on baseless lawsuits that sought to dismiss the results of the presidential election and have tried to rally Trump supporters to protest his loss.
Posted on · Prominent Texans were involved in events leading up to Wednesday’s insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Posted on · President Trump is challenging the results of the presidential election, which his allies have compared to the contested race 20 years ago. But there are many differences between the two.
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: Businesses in Texas continue to partially reopen, a documentary examines the presidency of George W. Bush, issues facing the African American community when it comes to mental health, and an update on sports.
Posted on · O'Brien has been working in the State Department as the administration's hostage negotiator. He'll replace former Ambassador John Bolton, who parted company with Trump.
Posted on · The U.S. Postal Service has issued a Forever stamp honoring the former President, who passed away in Houston in November.
Posted on · The Senator's body will be flown to Washington D.C. for a funeral service featuring former presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama
Posted on · The high-profile pastor, who was spiritual adviser to George W. Bush, faces 13 counts of wire fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit those offenses
Posted on · Bush also stressed the need to back NATO and other alliances the U.S. has with the world