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Advice For Navigating The Texas Unemployment System (March 31, 2021) Mar 31, 2021

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On Wednesday's Houston Matters: We discuss the latest news in our weekly political roundup. Also this hour: Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. Senate each admit passage of a comprehensive immigration reform bill is unlikely, but it doesn’t mean they aren’t talking about it — and using the surge of people crossing the border illegally to further their positions on it. We ask News 88.7’s Elizabeth Trovall what our Senators are saying and doing about... Read More

The Murder Trial Of Derek Chauvin, And Families Sue Center Point Over Winter Freeze Deaths (March 30, 2021) Mar 30, 2021

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On Tuesday's Houston Matters: Three legal proceedings are underway that have implications for Houston. We take a closer look at the murder trial of Derek Chauvin, we learn more about a lawsuit filed against Center Point Energy over deaths during the February freeze, and we get the latest on more women filing lawsuits against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Also this hour: Houston City Councilman David Robinson answers your questions about issues facing the city. Submit... Read More

The Pros And Cons Of Working Remotely — Permanently (March 29, 2021) Mar 29, 2021

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On Monday's Houston Matters: Starting today, Texans age 16 and up can sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine. We have the latest on vaccine distribution in Houston and across Texas. Also this hour: Some jobs have to be accomplished in person, but one lesson many have learned during the last year of the pandemic is that more jobs than maybe previously thought can be conducted from anywhere, thanks to technology. So, will some jobs become... Read More

Discrepancies In The Number Of Texas Voter Fraud Prosecutions (March 26, 2021) Mar 26, 2021

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On Friday's Houston Matters: The ACLU of Texas has found discrepancies in the number of voter fraud prosecutions Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's office is pursuing. We learn more. Also this hour: We dig into why Paxton's office, which is supposed to enforce the state’s open record laws, isn’t releasing to reporters his own correspondence about his attendance at the Washington D.C. pro-Trump rally before the Jan. 6 insurrection at the capitol. Then, we... Read More

The Ideal Qualities For HISD’s Next Superintendent (March 25, 2021) Mar 25, 2021

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On Thursday's Houston Matters: We discuss what qualities parents and teachers would like to see in HISD's permanent superintendent, now that longtime Interim Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan announced her departure. Also this hour: Today is the final day of operations for the River Oaks Theatre after it was announced that the venue had not been able to negotiate a new lease. This is just one of many notable Houston landmarks that have come and gone in recent... Read More

Texas Opens Vaccines To All Adults Next Week (March 24, 2021) Mar 24, 2021

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On Wednesday's Houston Matters: All adults in Texas will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination starting Monday. We learn how this changes things for those seeking a vaccine and what it means for the overall quest for herd immunity. Also this hour: We break down the latest news in our weekly political roundup. Then, we learn about efforts to bridge the digital divide and new research that shows how lacking computer skills affects earning... Read More

State Rep. Gene Wu Addresses Hate Crimes Against Asian Americans (March 23, 2021) Mar 23, 2021

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On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We get an update on sexual assault allegations against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Also this hour: State Rep. Gene Wu addresses recent hate crimes against Asian Americans across the nation and answers your questions. You can submit yours now to talk@houstonmatters.org. Then, we reflect on the women of the Bush family, which is the subject of author J. Randy Taraborrelli's book Grace and Steel: Dorothy, Barbara, Laura, and the Women of... Read More

How The Biden Administration Is Handling Immigration And The Border (March 22, 2021) Mar 22, 2021

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On Monday's Houston Matters: The recent influx of young migrants crossing the border has forced federal officials to establish additional intake sites and seek additional temporary shelters to relieve overcrowding. We learn what unaccompanied minors go through after they cross the border and how the Biden administration is handling immigration issues so far. Also this hour: Houston is the only American city with two major airports using facial recognition technology at international arrival checkpoints. That... Read More

Are Houston Sports Cursed? (March 18, 2021) Mar 18, 2021

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On Thursday's Houston Matters: The drama surrounding Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson took a startling turn late Tuesday. Houston area attorney Tony Buzbee announced on Instagram that his law firm has filed suit against Watson. Fox 26 reported Wednesday the plaintiff alleges sexual assault. Watson stated on Twitter Tuesday night that he has “never treated any woman with anything other than the utmost respect,” and that he looks forward to clearing his name. We discuss what... Read More

COVID-19 Hospitalization Rate Drops Under 4,000 In Texas (March 17, 2021) Mar 17, 2021

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On Wednesday's Houston Matters: The state’s COVID-19 hospitalization rate has dropped under 4,000 — its lowest number since October. Has Houston’s hospitalization rate dropped too? We hear from local health officials. Also this hour: We discuss the latest news in our weekly political roundup. Then, Houston’s annual comic convention, Comicpalooza, will be returning in July this year after having to cancel in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. It’s one of a small but growing... Read More

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