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Mayor Turner’s Proposal For Firefighter Raises (May 20, 2021)

Posted on · On Thursday's show: A closer look at Mayor Turner’s proposal for raising firefighter pay, how autonomous vehicle technology is progressing, plans to renovate Jones Plaza and drive more visitors to downtown, and reflecting on the spectacle that was professional wrestling in Houston in the 1970s.

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The Full Menu: Houston’s Best Food Trucks

Posted on · Food trucks have been a staple in Houston for some years now. Some have had so much success as mobile trucks, their owners have expanded to a fleet of trucks. Others have become popular brick-and-mortar restaurants. And when they leave the food truck game, others pop up to fill the gap — while some prefer […]

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The Growing Trend of Living and Working in Downtown Houston

Posted on · Amid the daily traffic reports for commuters, it's easy to forget that among the six million-plus in the Greater Houston region are a significant number who both work and live in the downtown area — and don't ever really have much reason to leave. So, since today’s show is coming to you live from Jones […]

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New Master Plan Could Bring Changes to Houston’s Theater District

Posted on · Since we’re broadcasting live today from Jones Plaza in Houston's theater district, we thought this would be an opportune time to learn more about what the theater district has to offer, what impact it has on the Houston economy and some ways it might be changing in the coming years. We talk with two guests: […]

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Live from Houston’s Theater District: Tuesday’s Show (April 5, 2016)

Posted on · Today, Houston Matters broadcasts live from Jones Plaza, in the heart of Houston’s theater district! The district, in collaboration with Houston First, is presenting a series of “Food Truck Tuesdays” as a way to encourage Houstonians who work in nearby downtown offices to interact with one another and learn more about the city’s theater offerings. […]