Town Square
TOWN SQUARE EXCLUSIVE: Beto O’Rourke’s discusses plans on Texas power grid, Roe v. Wade, gun safety measures
Posted on · Today, we have an in-depth, open conversation with Texas Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke.
Tag: voting
Elections
Texas lawmakers ordered to turn over redistricting records
Posted on · The order is the latest victory for civil rights groups claiming discrimination and intimidation leading up to the 2022 midterms, but history indicates the case is unlikely to be resolved before voters head to the polls.
Politics
Harris County officials select new elections administrator after multiple delays
Posted on · The commission unanimously voted to appoint Clifford Tatum at a later date after he becomes a Texas resident and a registered voter.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 2225: Jean-Charles Borda
Posted on · Episode: 2225 Jean-Charles Borda: More than just a name on an orifice meter. Today, let’s meet Jean-Charles Borda.
Politics
Civil rights advocates say Texas needs to improve new required training for poll watchers
Posted on · Under Texas’ new voting law, which went into effect in December, poll watchers must undergo mandatory training. It’s currently an online course through the Texas Secretary of State’s Office. Advocates say that’s not enough.
Politics
Harris County polling locations are still up in the air with about a month to go until the primary runoff
Posted on · Harris County Democrats are criticizing their Republican counterparts for what they say is a lack of transparency in some election decisions.
Politics
30% of Harris County mail-in ballots so far must be corrected in person, elections administrator says
Posted on · Senate Bill 1, which went into effect Jan. 25, requires Texans voting by mail to include their driver's license number or Social Security number on both their application and carrier envelope for the application and ballot.
Politics
Despite hotly contested primaries, few Texans have voted early so far
Posted on · In the state's largest counties, voter turnout was below 5 percent during the first seven days of early voting. Election officials said some Texans could still be making up their minds before Election Day on March 1.
Houston Matters
Mail-in ballots being rejected, and your favorite love songs (Feb. 14, 2022)
Posted on · On Monday's show: Why hundreds of mail-in ballots in Texas are being returned to voters, making Texas roads and highways safer, Houstonians share their favorite love songs, and an update on sports.
Party Politics
Party Politics: Justice Breyer Exits Stage Left
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
Party Politics
Party Politics: Thanksgiving Edition
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina lead a discussion on what we're thankful for this year.
Party Politics
Party Politics: Texas Voter Surge
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
Politics
Texas voters approve 8 constitutional amendments
Posted on · Among the measures is Proposition 3, which bans governments from imposing restrictions on religious services and organizations.
Town Square
An FBI profiler teaches us how to understand the criminal mind and assess danger
Posted on · How can we tell if someone is capable of violence? What are the warning signs, and can we trust our instincts? An FBI special agent takes us inside the criminal mind.
Houston Matters
What another World Series run means for Houston (Oct. 26, 2021)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: The impact of higher oil prices, previewing another Houston World Series, and a conversation with Harris County's Elections Administrator.