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Political Roundup: Second Senate Debate And HISD Leadership Changes
Posted on · The Houston Matters experts discuss the latest political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas.
Posted on · The Houston Matters experts discuss the latest political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas.
Posted on · The Republican Congressman and his democratic challenger were originally scheduled to debate on October 15
Posted on · Political analyst Nancy Sims says it might have an effect on important local races such as Cruz-O’Rourke and Culberson-Pannill Fletcher
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We take a closer look at the proposed merger between Memorial Hermann and Baylor Scott & White. Then, Rep. John Culberson of Congressional District 7 answers your questions. Plus, we learn what makes Houston a difficult place to conduct polls. And we reflect on the Battle of Gonzales.
Posted on · Brandon and Jay talk about Texas Gov. Greg Abbott staffers making six figures
Posted on · Culberson is among national Democrats' top three targets in Texas this fall
Posted on · A pack of Texas Democratic challengers out-raised Republican incumbents in Congress. Now they've got to figure out how to wrestle away districts where, in most cases, Republicans win with ease.
Posted on · Fletcher’s campaign said she’s now raised more than 2 million dollars in the battle for Texas’ seventh congressional district
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: A potential settlement is near in a class action lawsuit over heat in a Texas prison. Then, Texas and Japanese officials meet in Houston for an economic summit. Plus, a local veterinarian answers your pet care questions. And Jeff Balke updates us on local sports.
Posted on · Republican Rep. John Culberson of Houston says this project could be partially funded by Federal Emergency Management Agency hazard mitigation grants
Posted on · Activists feel a DACA fix should have been a priority before lawmakers began their recess
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We discuss Pres. Trump's decision to send astronauts back to the moon. We take a closer look at where money for Harvey relief is being spent. Author Reza Aslan talks about his book, God: A Human History. And a local artist turns debris found on Houston streets into art.
Posted on · Activists are advocating for a ‘clean’ bill that is not subject to border security or immigration enforcement provisions, which has become a crucial element in the negotiations between Democrats and Republicans for the budget bill
Posted on · Lots of Texas court seats are still vacant. So, what's the hold up?
Posted on · Republican lawmakers across the country are being confronted by concerned citizens. In the Houston area, protesters from Congressman John Culberson’s district stand divided on how they’re being represented.