Houston Matters
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner (June 21, 2021)
Posted on · On Monday's show: A conversation with new HPD Chief Troy Finner, and we discuss the important role music and musicians play in the cultural life of our city.
Tag: law enforcement
Housing
How A Statewide Homeless Encampment Ban Could Impede Housing Efforts In Houston
Posted on · The Coalition for the Homeless warns House Bill 1925 could complicate efforts to find permanent housing for homeless Houstonians.
Town Square
Ministry Co-Leaders Aim Foster Social Justice
Posted on · A two-day virtual forum hosted by Social Justice Ministry focuses on seeking justice for those within our community who are marginalized and victimized by oppressive social systems.
Houston Matters
The Responsibility Of Police When They Observe Misconduct (May 10, 2021)
Posted on · On Monday's show: Why a state lawmaker went against his party on a controversial bill, the responsibility of police when they see misconduct among fellow law enforcement, and the late Texas lawmaker who some called “the meanest man in Congress.”
Houston Matters
Houston Reacts To The Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict (April 21, 2021)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: Leaders, activists, and listeners weigh in on the trial of the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted on all three charges he faced in the death of Houston native George Floyd.
Houston Matters
The Murder Trial Of Derek Chauvin, And Families Sue Center Point Over Winter Freeze Deaths (March 30, 2021)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: A closer look at three legal proceedings affecting Houston, a conversation with City Councilman David Robinson, how Texas law enforcement agencies use hypnosis in investigations, and artist Jennifer May Reiland discusses her new exhibit.
Houston Matters
What Houston Expects From Its Next Police Chief (March 16, 2021)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: We consider the qualities Houston's next police chief should have, City Council Member Letitia Plummer discusses city government, and we get answers to your questions about gardening and insects.
Politics
Harris County Commissioners Approve $3.3 Billion Budget
Posted on · The budget includes additional funds for homeless services, voter registration, and the environment, but drew some criticism for a perceived shortfall in public safety.
Houston Matters
An Infamous Murder And A Groundbreaking Homicide Team: Podcast Chronicles Houston’s ‘Chicano Squad’
Posted on · The podcast's host, actor and comedian Cristela Alonzo, tells Houston Matters the true story of an all-Latino homicide squad in the late 1970s.
Texas
Regulation Of Law Enforcement In Texas Is ‘Fundamentally Broken,’ Report Says
Posted on · A state commission report issues a damning assessment of the state’s law enforcement regulation.
Houston Matters
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Answers Your Questions (Nov. 17, 2020)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo answers listener questions, what the George Floyd Act proposes, and reflecting on the relationship between George H.W. Bush and James Baker.
Houston Matters
Thursday’s Houston Matters: Improving Law Enforcement Encounters With Those With Autism, And Stories From Daily Life In Space (Sept. 17, 2020)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Concerns grow over a lack of negotiations between the city and the Houston Police Officers' Union, a new project hopes to improve communication between the police and people with autism, retired astronaut Col. Terry Virts discusses his book "How to Astronaut," and a traveling photo exhibit details the life of Comanche Chief Quanah Parker.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1141: The Tipping Point
Posted on · Episode: 1141 Tipping points in human affairs: in disease, crime, and education. Today, a thought about math education, parents, and the camel’s back.
Houston Matters
Monday’s Houston Matters: El Paso One Year After The Walmart Shooting (Aug. 3, 2020)
Posted on · On Monday's show: The one-year anniversary of the El Paso Walmart shooting, an edition of Houston Pet Peeves, and an update on sports.
Houston Matters
Friday’s Houston Matters: The Latino Experience With Law Enforcement, And A User’s Guide To The News (July 10, 2020)
Posted on · On Friday's show: An update on the city's response to COVID-19, the Latino experience with law enforcement, a user's guide to the news, and The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news.