Houston Matters
Why lawmakers are pursuing a bill to require some facilities to let truckers use their restrooms
Posted on · We discuss that and other challenges truckers face on the road
Tag: Troy Nehls
Houston Matters
Supporting truck drivers (July 13, 2023)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Odds are pretty good just about anything you buy in Houston got here thanks to a truck driver. So, why are truckers so often underappreciated? We learn about some new fforts to support them.
Elections
KP George, a trailblazer in 2018, wins another term as Fort Bend County judge
Posted on · The Democrat George, a native of India, beat Republican challenger Trever Nehls by receiving 51.6 percent of the vote.
Politics
The VA is rejecting too many claims of military sexual trauma. A Fort Bend congressman hopes to change that
Posted on · H.R. 6064, introduced by Republican U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls of Richmond, would improve the VA’s disability exam process for survivors of sexual trauma.
Politics
Houston-Area U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls Tests Positive For COVID-19
Posted on · The Republican congressman and former Fort Bend County sheriff, who is fully vaccinated, announced Saturday he'd tested positive for COVID-19.
Houston
Here’s How Houston-Area Representatives Voted On Trump’s Latest Impeachment
Posted on · The final "yes" votes to impeach included every Houston Democrat, and no Texas Republicans.
Texas
Which Texans In Congress Voted To Reject Election Results?
Posted on · Here are the lawmakers who voted to object to states' election results after pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol building.
Texas
John Cornyn Says He Won’t Join Growing Number Of Texas Republicans Planning To Object To Certification Of Joe Biden’s Win
Posted on · The state's senior senator said Tuesday he will not object to certifying President Donald Trump's reelection defeat "based on unproven allegations."
Election 2020
5 Election Takeways From The Houston Area
Posted on · Democrats across Texas didn't make the gains they hoped they would, and that was the case in the Houston area as well.
Election 2020
Where Presidential, Senate and Congressional Candidates Stand On Immigration Issues Affecting Houston
Posted on · Immigration continues to be a controversial topic ahead of the 2020 election. In a metro area home to 1.6 million immigrants, here's what local and national candidates have to say.
Election 2020
Houston-Area Voter Guide: Here Are The Races To Watch In The 2020 General Election
Posted on · Nationwide, statewide, or right here in Greater Houston, here's everything you need to know before casting your ballot.
Election 2020
Texans Under 30 Could Play Key Role In Seven Congressional Races, Researchers Say
Posted on · Young people have the potential to influence races in seven congressional districts in Texas, according to a new study from the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning & Engagement (CIRCLE) at Tufts University.
Election 2020
Houston-Area And Statewide Primary Election Runoff Report
Posted on · Winners from Tuesday's runoff will go on to the November general election.
News
Fort Bend County Sheriff Says Traffic Stop Of NFL Player Wasn’t Racially Motivated
Posted on · Sheriff Troy Nehls says however the traffic stop took too long and the deputy shouldn’t have yelled at Elandon Roberts’ fiancée
Top Stories
Third Democratic Presidential Debate Will Be In Houston, Border Migrant Flow Falls For First Time In 2019, Report Says Texas Coast Is Increasingly At Risk Of Flooding, And More
Posted on · These are some of the stories Houston Public Media is covering.