Houston Matters
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo (March 1, 2023)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo joins us to discuss issues facing the county and to take listener questions.
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Harris County
Houston nonprofit BakerRipley providing free tax services at roving mobile sites
Posted on · Families and individuals who earn up to $58,000 annually are eligible for the free tax preparation services, which will be provided through April 15 at 12 mobile sites across Harris County.
Energy & Environment
Firefighting wastewater from Ohio train derailment to be disposed of in Harris County, experts say it’s a common process
Posted on · Deer Park-based company Texas Molecular has contracted with the EPA to dispose of the wastewater by injecting it into the ground at its facility in Deer Park.
Health & Science
Harris County settles lawsuit against JUUL Labs, accuses vaping company of deceptive marketing toward children
Posted on · The $20 million settlement with JUUL is the second largest for a local government nationwide.
Elections
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls for new election in Harris County after voting problems in November
Posted on · A spokesperson for the secretary of state’s office said only a court order could force a redo of elections.
Local
Houston, Harris County to host third gun buyback event
Posted on · Officials said they will not be accepting any “ghost guns” or privately manufactured guns, which was a problem during the first gun buyback event in July.
Transportation
How Houston will continue expanding transportation options in 2023
Posted on · Several infrastructure projects are in the works this year that aim to improve and expand mobility for cyclists, pedestrians and mass transit users.
Local
Houston-area warming centers: These buildings are opening to public during hard freeze
Posted on · Warming centers and shelters are opening across Houston on Thursday and also in nearby communities such as Baytown, Galveston, Montgomery and Rosenberg.
Infrastructure
Houston, Harris County compromise on I-45 expansion, bringing project closer to reality
Posted on · Local leaders said although the project isn’t perfect, it is better than it was before negotiations with TXDOT over the past year and half.
Harris County
An election probe heightens the tension between Texas leaders and the Houston area
Posted on · After a series of issues in Democratic-leaning Harris County on Election Day, Republican state leaders in Texas have suggested criminal charges may be warranted.
Town Square
Town Square answers your questions about Houston’s boil water notice
Posted on · Our experts discuss what you need to know about water filtration and the importance of the health and safety precautions when a notice is issued.
Party Politics
Don’t You Want Me?
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
Elections
Harris County’s 2022 Election Day issues should be investigated, Gov. Greg Abbott says
Posted on · The governor is asking the Texas Rangers, Texas Secretary of State and Texas Attorney General to look into Election Day problems such as delayed openings of polling locations and shortages of ballot paper.
Elections
All 10 Houston, Harris County bond proposals pass, authorizing nearly $1.7 billion in funding
Posted on · The city and county bond packages will provide infrastructure and facilities upgrades for a range of government services, including transportation, public safety and parks and recreation.
Town Square
Election Day: What Will the Future of our Democracy Be?
Posted on · With so many important issues at the center of this election, we have a partisan discussion with representatives on both sides of the political aisle.