Houston Matters
The Bigger Picture: ‘Aquarela’ Depicts Water’s Power Around The World
Posted on · As Viktor Kossakovsky’s new documentary shows us how water behaves, we discuss how Greater Houston has been shaped by water.
Tag: water
Houston Matters
City Seeks Input On Water Conservation Plan
Posted on · Houston residents have until the end of May to submit their feedback.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1662: Between Two Worlds
Posted on · Episode: 1662 A book on water: between two worlds in an old library. Today, we’re between two worlds in an old library.
Houston Matters
He Led 1,500 Boys Across The Sudanese Desert — Now, He Brings Them Clean Water
Posted on · Salva Dut tells his story of fleeing the civil war in Sudan and explains how that experience led to his current mission -- bringing clean drinking water to his home country.
News
Repairs On A Water Main Require A Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory In North Houston
Posted on · A precautionary drinking water advisory is in effect for some living in North Houston
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In Reversal, FEMA Says It Won’t End Puerto Rico Food And Water Distribution Wednesday
Posted on · The agency says it has been working on transitioning distribution to the Puerto Rican government but has not finalized it. Wednesday's date "was mistakenly provided," a spokesman said.
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Water-Saving Mandate Lifted For Galveston After Hard Freeze
Posted on · Galveston officials say residents are encouraged to continue reporting leaks
News
Why Are Texas’ Smaller Utilities Not Cleaning Up Drinking Water?
Posted on · Dozens of small and rural utilities in the state have for years provided water that contains illegal levels of radiation, lead and arsenic. Lack of resources is largely to blame — but there's more to it than that.
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UPDATE: City Of Galveston Anticipates It Will Maintain Water Use Restrictions During Weekend
Posted on · Although tank levels have risen, the City plans to keep the Stage 4 of its Drought Contingency Plan
Houston Matters
What’s At Stake In The Texas-New Mexico Supreme Court Battle Over Water Rights?
Posted on · A legal expert explains the implications of the U.S. Supreme Court case between Texas and New Mexico over water rights from the Rio Grande.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Water Rights Battle, And The Man Behind Houston’s Skyline (Jan. 8, 2017)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: We look at a water rights battle between Texas and New Mexico. Real estate developer Gerald D. Hines talks about his role in the creation of Houston's skyline. Dr. Lori Teller answers questions about your beloved dogs and cats. And Jeff Balke discusses the latest Houston sports news.
News
Recent Tests Of Houston’s Drinking Water System Have Failed Requirement Set By TCEQ
Posted on · Mayor Turner assures nonetheless the supply is safe and it is not necessary to consume boiled or drinking water
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 2706: Desert Plants
Posted on · Episode: 2706 The beauty of desert plants. Today, life giving water.
Energy & Environment
Texas Researchers Find Harmful Bacteria In Groundwater Near Natural Gas Wells
Posted on · The research found bacteria can be "quite prevalent" in groundwater already contaminated with various chemicals
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 3148: Water System Rehabilitation
Posted on · Episode: 3148 Rehabilitating The Nation’s Aging Water System. Today, we rehabilitate.