Houston Matters
Mealer contesting election (Jan. 6, 2023)
Posted on · We learn why former Republican candidate for Harris County Judge, Alexandra del Moral Mealer, is formally contesting the results of the November election.
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Town Square
In crisis, CORE brings relief to those who need it most
Posted on · With the crisis in Ukraine and flooding emergencies here at home, the CORE response team provides humanitarian aid to devastated areas around the globe.
Town Square
The sixth Jan. 6 hearing: Cassidy Hutchinson’s testimony, metal detectors seem to help reveal a ‘smoking gun’
Posted on · And after today’s hearing, where should the investigation go from here? Today, we invite top political minds to discuss, inform and shed more light on what we are learning.
Town Square
The significance and impact of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s appointment to U.S. Supreme Court
Posted on · South Texas College of Law professors weigh in on what might be the lasting significance and impact for the country, for the courts, and for representation.
Town Square
Texas State Representative Garnet Coleman looks back on 30 years of career triumphs and challenges
Posted on · Representative Garnet Coleman, who retires from his position in the Texas Legislature at the end of February, tells us what he feels his legacy will be.
Houston Matters
In Aftermath Of Massive Deer Park Fire, Suggestions On Improving Readiness
Posted on · UH Professor Ramanan Krishnamoorti says government agencies and the petrochemical industry should be more proactive and transparent about safety and emergency plans.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Division In Venezuela, And Harris Co. Judge Lina Hidalgo (Jan. 24, 2019)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: We discuss how division in Venezuela could affect oil and gas. Harris Co. Judge Lina Hidalgo answers questions. And a look at plans to renovate two institutions -- the Memorial Park Golf Course and the Rothko Chapel.
Houston Matters
2018 In Review: The Year In Houston Politics
Posted on · We continue our look back at the biggest stories of 2018 by examining the year in Houston politics.
inDepth
Recapping The Midterms: A New Harris County Judge, Fletcher Defeats Culberson, Houston Ballot Initiatives Pass
Posted on · Politics and Government Reporter Andrew Schneider recaps some of the night's big local races
News
Outgoing State Senator Threatens to Sue County Clerk If Special Election Isn’t Called
Posted on · The move comes after a dispute with the governor's office over the validity of Houston Democrat Sylvia Garcia's resignation letter.
Party Politics
Party Politics, Ep. 63: Hispanic Texans On Pace To Become Largest Population Group In State By 2022
Posted on · Brandon and Jay talk about the Supreme Court moving in a conservative direction
News
Supreme Court Deals Blow To Government Unions
Posted on · The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday 5-4 that states may not force public employees to pay agency fees to unions of which they are not a member.
Politics
Shutdown Looming, Congress And White House Seek Budget Deal
Posted on · The bipartisan measure is loaded with political and policy victories for both parties
News
Ed Emmett Calls For Political Focus On Flood Protection For Harris County
Posted on · The county Judge believes that calls to cut property taxes amount to support for decreased flood control funding
Texas Elections 2018
Texas Comptroller, The State Bureaucrat Who Can Grind Budgets To A Halt
Posted on · The Comptroller's most important work comes down to their role in the state budget