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METRO’s First Driverless Vehicle Coming To Texas Southern University

Posted on April 27, 2018 · Metro said it will use the Texas Southern University pilot to study autonomous vehicles

Health & Science

Texas travelers greet end of masking requirements with a mix of optimism and apprehension

Posted on April 20, 2022 · A day after a federal judge ruled face coverings can’t be required on airplanes and other public transportation, some Texans cheered the decision. But others said they’re still on the fence as COVID lingers.

Houston Matters

Delay in Harris County’s primary vote count (March 3, 2022)

Posted on March 3, 2022 · On Thursday's show: Harris County failed to finish the election count on time — a claim the elections administrator denies. So, what's going on and what does it mean? Plus, a conversation with the new chair of the Metro board, and remembering Houston blues musician and band leader Milton Hopkins.

Transportation

Essential workers in Houston relied on public transit during the pandemic, a new report says

Posted on October 6, 2021 · While essential workers continued to utilize public transit, overall ridership has decreased by about 40% in Houston, according to a new report.

Education

Texas Southern University awarded $1 million research grant from HUD

Posted on September 24, 2021 · The grants was awarded in an effort to support housing and community development research at historically black colleges and universities.

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METRO’s First Driverless Vehicle Coming To Texas Southern University

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