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Houston Matters

Houstonian Experiences Flooding In India While Family Watches Waters Rise In Texas

Maggie Martin

Posted on September 13, 2017 · Julianne Trahan experienced the recent flooding in India while floodwaters from Harvey were simultaneously inundating her home in Houston.

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Houston Matters

Full Show: Renters’ Rights After Harvey, And Political Roundup (Sept. 13, 2017)

Abner Fletcher

Posted on September 13, 2017 · On Wednesday's edition of Houston Matters: We discuss the rights of renters after Harvey. We engage in our weekly political roundup. And we talk about Houston's rich Asian food heritage.

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Interactive exhibits offer a way to ‘Explore Asia’ without leaving Houston

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