Town Square
Exploring Presidential History on President’s Day
Posted on · Looking back at the history and little-known facts of the nation’s Commanders-In-Chief.
Tag: President Biden
Politics
Ten years after journalist Austin Tice’s abduction in Syria, his family holds out hope for his return
Posted on · A recent prisoner swap with Russia suggests the Biden administration may be more willing to engage with the Syrian government than it has in the past.
Town Square
Is it possible for America to uphold the Second Amendment, and also have gun laws in place to stop violence? Plus, President Biden tests positive for COVID, increases risk for more severe case
Posted on · The Supreme Court made its voice heard on this topic, but with recent mass shootings, there’s a public outcry for change. Also, with President Biden testing positive for COVID, a medical expert explains why there should be concern for his health due to his age.
Town Square
Is there a way to stall inflation? And, should Texas state law enforcement agencies have equal blame for the poor response to the Uvalde shooting?
Posted on · Historically, what has worked in stopping inflation and bringing prices down? Two experts join us to help understand and navigate these difficult financial times. Plus, an inside report from the Texas Public Radio newsroom with updates on the Uvalde school shooting testimonies.
Town Square
International Women’s Day focuses on raising awareness against bias and taking action for equality
Posted on · National experts join us to discuss the situations and injustices that women face in the US and globally. Plus, with breaking news of President Biden’s ban on Russian oil imports, we discuss what that means for Houston’s oil and gas industry.
Town Square
The humanitarian, economic, and political impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Posted on · Experts discuss the connection between the Harris County community and the Ukrainian community – and how Russian's invasion of Ukraine will impact both.
Education News
President Biden extends student loan payment freeze through May 1
Posted on · President Biden extended relief for federal student loan borrowers for an additional 90 days because borrowers are "still coping with the impacts of the pandemic." Payments now resume May 1.
Health & Science
Biden’s new winter COVID plan will reimburse you for at-home tests
Posted on · The White House wants more people to get vaccines, booster shots and coronavirus tests — especially with the new omicron variant here. A new plan will provide some new incentives.
Town Square
Who decided what is on our library shelves?
Posted on · Experts examine the role of challenged books in society and education.
Town Square
Director of the Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences Dispels Vaccine Myths And Misunderstandings
Posted on · We take a look into variants, boosters, and why the mRNA vaccine became the way to combat COVID.
NATIONAL
Biden Plan Would Mandate Vaccines Or Testing For Millions Of Workers
Posted on · The new federal rules will require that all businesses with at least 100 employees ensure that every worker is either fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing for the coronavirus.
THE AFGHANISTAN WITHDRAWAL
President Biden Tells Kabul Attackers: ‘We Will Hunt You Down And Make You Pay’
Posted on · The Pentagon says a number of service members were also wounded in the attack. A hospital says at least 60 people have arrived with injuries at the facility. Here's what we know right now.
Politics
The Senate Approves The $1 Trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill In A Historic Vote
Posted on · The vote is a victory for a group of bipartisan Senate negotiators who worked with the White House to craft the agreement. The measure faces an uphill path in the House.
Houston Matters
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez Discusses ICE Nomination, Crime Increase On Houston Matters
Posted on · During an interview on Houston Matters Tuesday, the sheriff touched on bail reform, the increase in violent crime and driving incidents during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Energy & Environment
Weekly Oil And Gas Update: Houston Energy Companies Lost Billions In 4th Quarter of 2020
Posted on · Overall in 2020, ExxonMobil recorded more than $21 billions in losses. ConocoPhillips reported $2.7 billion in losses for the year, and BP (which has its US headquarters in Houston) recorded a full-year loss of $5.7 billion.