Events
LIST: Houston 4th of July events
Posted on · The usual Independence Day celebrations are back on in the Houston area after two years of pandemic-related changes.
Tag: independence day
Politics
First Lady Jill Biden Visits Minute Maid Park To Promote U.S. Vaccination Efforts
Posted on · The visit is part of a nationwide tour to encourage more Americans to get vaccinated.
Health & Science
Biden Sets Goal Of July 4th To ‘Mark Independence’ From Coronavirus
Posted on · The president's remarks come on the same day he signed a $1.9 trillion relief package, and as more than 500,000 Americans have died from the virus.
Transportation
Record Number Of Texans To Travel For Independence Day
Posted on · With an increase in people traveling by car, AAA says to expect more traffic than usual.
News
‘Distracted Boating’ Is Now A Concern
Posted on · Lots of people will be texting and tweeting their July 4th activities. And boaters are now getting the same warning as drivers when it comes to using a cellphone behind the wheel.
Houston Matters
Examining How Politicians Use Scripture
Posted on · In Houston, the most diverse city in the country, does a politician citing the Bible alienate some constituents?
Houston Matters
Fireworks Warehouse Sees Booming Business For July 4
Posted on · An employee at a Houston fireworks warehouse talks about the rush of customers they see every year around the Fourth of July.
Houston Matters
Full Show: How Politicians Use Scripture, And Houston’s Best Hot Dogs (July 3, 2018)
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We learn about a court ruling affecting certain asylum seekers. We examine how politicians use scripture to their benefit. Food writers discuss their favorite hot dog and hamburger joints. And we preview the Houston Symphony's annual Star-Spangled Salute concerts.
News
Tomball Cancels Its Independence Day Celebrations And Fireworks
Posted on · The National Weather Service is forecasting a 70 percent possibility of severe thunderstorms starting Tuesday evening in the Houston area
Houston Matters
Full Show: Addressing The DNA Backlog, And Correcting History (July 2, 2018)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: We examine how some international news might affect global trade with Houston. Then, we discuss efforts to solve a backlog of DNA evidence. We explore examples of mis-remembered history. And we get an update on local sports.
Houston Matters
How Did Certain Music Become the Soundtrack of Independence Day?
Posted on · (Above: The Houston Symphony’s Star-Spangled Salute at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Photo: Chinh Phan, CatchLightGroup) When you think of the Fourth of July, a few things probably come to mind: parades, hot dogs, fireworks, and John Philip Sousa. Even if you don't immediately recognize that name, you'd most certainly recognize his famous march The Stars and […]
Music
Revolution 10: Music About Revolution And Protest
Posted on · The people have spoken! Here are ten pieces inspired by revolution and protest.
Houston Matters
Houstonians’ Love Affair with Fireworks
Posted on · Why do Houstonians love their fireworks so much? What kinds of fireworks do men tend to buy versus women? We get answers to all those questions from Houston’s TopDog Fireworks.