National
Biden awards Medal of Freedom to Spring’s Simone Biles, 16 others at ceremony
Posted on · The 17 recipients include athletes, artists, and leaders of the civil rights and labor movements.
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Houston Matters
Gymnasts sue the FBI, and returning to the office (June 9, 2022)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Gymnasts suing the FBI over its handling of the Larry Nassar case, the state of mobility for cyclists, coming back to the office after years of remote working, and Houston's relationship with catastrophic flooding.
Law
Simone Biles among dozens of women seeking $1 billion from the FBI over Larry Nassar
Posted on · There’s no dispute that FBI agents in 2015 knew that Nassar was accused of assaulting gymnasts. But the agents failed to act, leaving Nassar free to continue to target young women and girls for more than a year.
Criminal Justice
Gymnasts Recount FBI Mishandling Of Their Allegations About Larry Nasser
Posted on · FBI Director Christopher Wray told the gymnasts, who had testified at a Senate Judiciary hearing, he was "deeply and profoundly sorry that so many people let you down over and over again."
Sports
Simone Biles Makes A Triumphant Return And Takes Bronze On Balance Beam
Posted on · Biles looked happy and relieved after dismounting the four-inch-wide beam, smiling and waving at the crowd to roaring applause. She's still dealing with the "twisties" but has found ways to cope.
Sports
Texans In Tokyo: Simone Biles Returns, UT Graduate Tara Davis To Compete In Long Jump Finals & More
Posted on · Star gymnast Simone Biles is set to return for the balance beam event. Over the weekend, some athletes had a chance to reach the podium but fell short. Still, the U.S. leads the medal count at 64. China is hard on its heels with 62 medals, 29 of which are gold.
Sports
Simone Biles Will Return For The Olympic Balance Beam Final
Posted on · "We are so excited to confirm that you will see two U.S. athletes in the balance beam final tomorrow - Suni Lee AND Simone Biles!!" USA Gymnastics said. Biles has withdrawn from other events.
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 11: An Olympic Legend Among Us
Posted on · Gold medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee serves as our Track And Field guide as competitive events ramp up this weekend in Tokyo
Sports
Texans In Tokyo: Biles Out Of All-Around, 3X3 Women’s Basketball Wins Gold, Archer Back On Target
Posted on · The U.S. continues to lead all countries with 30 medals at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. But the country's most decorated gymnast has exited competition due to stress and concerns over her own well-being.
Houston Matters
When Should Vaccinated People Wear A Mask? (July 28, 2021)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: The latest on a fatal chemical incident in La Porte, the CDC says vaccinated people should wear masks in certain situations, the week in politics, and country musician Rodney Crowell.
Sports
Simone Biles Says She Pulled Out Of Gymnastics Finals Due To Mental Health Concerns
Posted on · U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time, pulled out of the competition after the first apparatus — the vault. It's a devastating development for the U.S. women's team.
Sports
7 For Simone: Houston’s Biles Claims Another U.S. Gymnastics Title
Posted on · Simone Biles looks ready for the Tokyo Olympics. The 24-year-old easily captured her record seventh U.S. national title, beating runner-up Sunisa Lee by nearly five points.
Houston Matters
Houston Sports: Win Streak Ends For The Astros, And Simone Biles Makes History
Posted on · Jeff Balke updates us on Houston sports.
Sports
Simone Biles Soars To 6th US Gymnastics Title
Posted on · Biles is two months away from a trip to the world championships and a year away from a return to the Olympics.
Houston Matters
Beyoncé, Selena, And James Harden — MFAH Exhibit Showcases Icons Of Style
Posted on · Houston Matters visits the exhibit Icons of Style: A Century of Fashion Photography.