Houston Matters
The pros and cons of the STAAR test going online
Posted on · While some teachers have reservations about the now fully online STAAR exam, their anxiety may be offset by younger students’ relief.
Category: Features
Town Square
Ask the Vet: Dr. Hunter Finn shares tips and advice for having healthy dogs and cats
Posted on · 'America’s Favorite Veterinarian' offers his expertise and advice to help pet owners improve the lives of their furry friends
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Actress Sharon Gless opens up about her personal memoir and iconic TV roles
Posted on · Award-winning actress Sharon Gless of 80s hit TV show 'Cagney & Lacy' talks about her remarkable career, struggles with alcoholism, fear of romantic commitment, encounters she's had with some of Hollywood’s biggest names, and her memoir, 'Apparently There Were Complaints'.
Arts & Culture
How White Linen Night in the Heights took on a life of its own
Posted on · There are concerns about safety and security ahead of an annual celebration in Houston's Heights neighborhood, where thousands gather to shop and socialize.
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TOWN SQUARE SPECIAL: 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.
Transportation
The Houston Bike Summit returns to discuss concerns over the city’s cycling infrastructure
Posted on · As the city's bike network continues to grow, cyclists say more needs to be done to maintain on-street bikeways.
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NBC’s American Song Contest – the latest music reality series imported from Europe
Posted on · Today, we talk with Swedish producers who brought the American Song Contest to the U.S., and Texas contestant Grant Knoche on what it's like performing on the show. Plus, American YouTube blogger Alesia Michelle shares her viewpoint on the history of Eurovision.
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How author Dylan Marron has conversations with people who hate him
Posted on · Today, Marron shares what he’s learned about having difficult conversations and how having them can help close the ever-growing distance between us.
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Houston wellness coach shares inspiring story of self-discovery and healing in new book. Plus, Theater Under the Stars is ready for its season debut!
Posted on · We talk with TaShell Williams about her book 'One Lung to Live', which takes us on a personal journey of how tragedy can produce inspiration and equip us with life lessons that help us become better versions of ourselves. And, live theatre is back, with Theatre Under the Stars announcing its lineup for the upcoming 2022 – 2023 season that starts in September.
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Texas State Representative Garnet Coleman looks back on 30 years of career triumphs and challenges
Posted on · Representative Garnet Coleman, who retires from his position in the Texas Legislature at the end of February, tells us what he feels his legacy will be.
inDepth
Houston bike share hopes to expand transportation options in underserved communities
Posted on · BCycle's new board president says she'd like to see a network of neighborhood stations along with more payment options to access the system.
Transportation
New study looks at how to make electric vehicles more accessible in Houston
Posted on · Researchers are looking at what needs to be done to get more working families into electric cars and how to create the infrastructure needed to support those vehicles.
Town Square
NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins Urges Americans To Wear A Mask Against “This Diabolical Virus”
Posted on · The Director of the National Institutes of Health reflects on the early days of the pandemic.
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Pandemic Shutdowns Give Insight Into Harris County’s High DWI Rates
Posted on · Prosecutors say drunk driving arrests fell after stay-at-home orders went into effect, but rose after establishments started to reopen. Now because of lighter traffic volume they've having to contend with another set of issues.
Transportation
METRO CEO Discusses Challenges Of Operating Transit Service During A Pandemic
Posted on · Along with adjusting service because of reduced ridership and the need for social distancing, METRO is also trying to figure out why so many of its employees and contractors are testing positive for the virus.