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Could Texas Have Been Better Prepared For The Energy Demands Of Winter Weather? (Feb. 16, 2021) Feb 16, 2021

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Houston is certainly being tested by some of the coldest weather in decades. But how much longer can we expect it to go on? We get a hype-free forecast, and Space City Weather meteorologist Eric Berger lets us know what we can expect for the rest of the week. Also this hour: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo answers your questions about the county's response to the icy weather, COVID-19, and other issues. You can send... Read More

Frigid Weather And Its Impact On Greater Houston (Feb. 15, 2021) Feb 15, 2021

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On Monday's Houston Matters: We get the latest on the frigid weather and its impact on the region from Eric Berger of Space City Weather. Also this hour: Former Harris County District Attorney Devon Anderson joins us. Her nonprofit Justice Forward is launching a new program called Girls Moving Forward to provide trauma counseling for victims of sex trafficking. Then, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller answers your pet care questions. And we learn more about JJ... Read More

Bracing For Frigid Weather (Feb. 12, 2021) Feb 12, 2021

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On Friday's Houston Matters: The latest on frigid weather rolling into the area. Also this hour: What some COVID testing sites are charging your health insurance -- and why you should care. Then, we get advice on protecting your plants from frigid weather along with answers to your gardening questions. And, from possible snow in Greater Houston to the omission of the national anthem at a recent Dallas Mavericks game, we discuss The Good, The... Read More

Mass Vaccination Site Coming To Houston’s NRG Stadium (Feb. 11, 2021) Feb 11, 2021

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On Thursday's Houston Matters: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott plans to open three mass vaccination sites by the end of this month, including one at Houston’s NRG Stadium. It’s part of a federal pilot program aimed at vaccinating some 10,000 people in eight weeks. And it's led mostly by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Also this hour: How do you separate a beloved character from the actor who played him – especially after that actor... Read More

How Long Have COVID-19 Variants Been In Houston? (Feb. 10, 2021) Feb 10, 2021

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On Wednesday's Houston Matters: Houston Methodist Hospital in Fort Bend County has confirmed not only another case of the U.K COVID variant, but also a new one that seems to have originated in South Africa. Officials say early evidence shows both strains spread faster than the current dominant strain in Greater Houston. News 88.7’s Matt Harab explains what officials have to say about how long these virus variants have been circulating locally. Also this hour:... Read More

What’s Behind Potential Deep Budget Cuts For The State AG’s Office (Feb. 9, 2021) Feb 09, 2021

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On Tuesday's Houston Matters: Texas Republican Ron Wright has died, making him the first sitting member of Congress to lose his life after testing positive for the coronavirus. And why is Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office facing deeper cuts than most state agencies in lawmakers’ proposed budget for the next two years? Also this hour: City Councilmember Tiffany Thomas, who represents District F, answers listener questions. Then we learn how local nonprofits assist law enforcement... Read More

Renaming A Controversial Lake In Baytown (Feb. 8, 2021) Feb 08, 2021

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On Monday's Houston Matters: The NAACP is pushing for the renaming of Negrohead Lake in Baytown. We learn more about those efforts. Also this hour: What a recent road rage incident says about the psychology of some Houston drivers, and what to do about it. Then, a new study examines the environmental, physical, and personal stressors of the pandemic that are particularly hard on low-income families with children. And we get an update on the... Read More

The Role Of The Black Church And Black Gospel Music In Houston (Feb. 5, 2021) Feb 05, 2021

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On Friday's Houston Matters: A new Black Lives Matter mural honoring George Floyd will be painted today on Alabama Street in front of Yates High School. We learn more about the project. Also this hour: We learn about the new two-part PBS series The Black Church, which reflects on the broad history and culture of the Black church and explores African American faith communities on the frontlines of hope and change. The series airs Feb.... Read More

How The New Year Might Play Out For Oil And Gas (Feb. 4, 2021) Feb 04, 2021

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On Thursday's Houston Matters: Oil giants were expected to make up some of their financial losses in the last quarter of 2020, but reports show that wasn’t the case. So, how might 2021 play out for the oil and gas industry – and therefore the Houston economy? Also this hour: State lawmakers have submitted their first proposed budgets. How much will they have to spend and will Texas dip into its “rainy day” fund to... Read More

Vaccine Distribution In Fort Bend Co., And The Best Black-Owned Restaurants (Feb. 3, 2021) Feb 03, 2021

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On Wednesday's Houston Matters: Fort Bend County Judge KP George updates us on COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Also this hour: We discuss the latest news in our weekly political roundup. Then, local food writers talk about their favorite Black-owned restaurants in the latest installment of The Full Menu. And we learn about a new exhibit called Slowed and Throwed, which focuses on the legacy of the late Houston rapper DJ Screw.

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