Energy & Environment
120 Goats Will Be Mowing The Grass At The Houston Arboretum
Posted on · The goats are part of a pilot-program to test out a more eco-friendly solution to conservation management.
Local
Energy & Environment
Climate Report Forecasts Houston Will Have Longer Heatwaves, Hotter Days And Nights By End Of Century
Posted on · Without a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, Houston could see heatwaves that last up to 111 days by the end of the century, according to a new climate report.
Transportation
Houston’s Bike Share Launches New Recreational Network In Northeast Harris County
Posted on · The mini-network includes two bike share kiosks with two more on the way. The bike share nonprofit says ridership has been positive so far.
Transportation
City Is Planning Major Changes To Busy Southwest Houston Corridor
Posted on · The project is designed to enhance safety for pedestrians, cyclists and transit riders in a neighborhood where many people don't drive.
Health & Science
Contact Tracers Play A Key Role In Controlling COVID-19 In Houston
Posted on · One challenge contact tracers face is reaching Houstonians who don’t speak English.
In-Depth
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.
Energy & Environment
Cleanup Of San Jacinto River Waste Pits Now Estimated To Take 7 Years
Posted on · Local groups worry this increases the odds the Superfund site could flood again during a hurricane.
Transportation
Free Towing Program Expands To More Houston-Area Freeways
Posted on · The aim of the program is to prevent local roadways from becoming snarled because of a breakdown.
Energy & Environment
Proposal Would Help Protect Houston Area From Hurricanes, Create 10,000-Acre Public Park
Posted on · If built, Galveston Bay Park would be a chain of man-made islands that also protect the Ship Channel from 25-foot hurricane storm surge.
Transportation
Houstonians Asked To Comment On Proposed Bike Lane Parking Ban
Posted on · Cycling advocates says illegally parked vehicles pose hazards for people on bikes. The proposed ordinance would allow for fines for violators.
Transportation
City Council Sets New Rules Aimed At Creating Walkable, Transit-Friendly Streets
Posted on · Three Houston neighborhoods will be included in a pilot program as the city unveils new development standards that emphasize alternative transportation.
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.
Transportation
With Lighter Traffic On The Roads TxDOT Hopes To Speed Up Construction
Posted on · Now that many commuters are home because of the COVID 19 pandemic contractors have more time to work on some major freeway projects.
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Reopening Of Schools (July 15, 2020)
Posted on · Experts discuss strategies, safety and concerns about plans for back-to-school in the fall, and they answer listener questions.
Weather
National Weather Service Seeks Input On Possible Changes To Weather Warning System
Posted on · The agency is responding to the new ways people are getting their urgent weather information.