Texas Mail-in ballot legal battle on hold, the WYP panel debates which way it should go.
A federal appeals court Wednesday quickly put on a hold a ruling that paved the way in Texas for a dramatic expansion of mail-in voting due to fears of the coronavirus.The move by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans came less than 24 hours after a federal judge in San Antonio ruled that Texas must give all 16 million registered voters in the state the option of voting by mail during the pandemic.
A federal appeals court Wednesday quickly put on a hold a ruling that paved the way in Texas for a dramatic expansion of mail-in voting due to fears of the coronavirus.The move by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans came less than 24 hours after a federal judge in San Antonio ruled that Texas must give all 16 million registered voters in the state the option of voting by mail during the pandemic.
How electricity equals power for people around the world
Host Greg Groogan sits down with Texas-based author Robert Bryce to talk about his new documentary "Juice:How Electricity Explains the World"
Host Greg Groogan sits down with Texas-based author Robert Bryce to talk about his new documentary "Juice:How Electricity Explains the World"
The WYP panel debates how to decrease crime in the city during the COVID-19 pandemic
Houston police chief partially blames PR bonds for rise in murders and Oficer-involved shootings. The panel discusses the latest figures that show a dramatic increase in crime this year.
Houston police chief partially blames PR bonds for rise in murders and Oficer-involved shootings. The panel discusses the latest figures that show a dramatic increase in crime this year.
Harris County approves $30 million in funds to support the low income residents
Harris County approves $30 million in funds to support the low income residents
Harris County approves $30 million in funds to support the low income residents
Researchers warn of a big jump in COVID-19 cases in June, the WYP panel discusses what should be done to prevent it
A new model from the PolicyLab at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia projects Harris County will see more than 2,000 COVID-19 cases a day by June. President Trump says that if there is a second wave of the coronavirus he will not shutdown the country.
A new model from the PolicyLab at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia projects Harris County will see more than 2,000 COVID-19 cases a day by June. President Trump says that if there is a second wave of the coronavirus he will not shutdown the country.
Biden regrets comment made on radio
The WYP panel discusses presidential primary candidate Joe Biden's recent gaffe on national radio.
The WYP panel discusses presidential primary candidate Joe Biden's recent gaffe on national radio.
The WYP panel discusses the dark side of staying at home, domestic abuse
Former Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst had his ribs broken earlier this week. His girlfriend -40-year-old Leslie Ann Caron - was arrested and charged Wednesday for injury to an elderly person. Dewhurst said he is not interested in pressing charges against her.
Former Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst had his ribs broken earlier this week. His girlfriend -40-year-old Leslie Ann Caron - was arrested and charged Wednesday for injury to an elderly person. Dewhurst said he is not interested in pressing charges against her.
Houston Police Union President sounds the alarm on a growing crime wave in the city
Joe Gamaldi, president of the Houston Police Union, says aggravated assaults in Houston are up by 23 percent; murders in the city are up by 49 percent. He blames part of the crime wave on criminal justice reform measures taken by the district attorney.
Joe Gamaldi, president of the Houston Police Union, says aggravated assaults in Houston are up by 23 percent; murders in the city are up by 49 percent. He blames part of the crime wave on criminal justice reform measures taken by the district attorney.
Texas Supreme Courts rules that evictions can begin again on Tuesday - What's Your Point?
The WYP panel discusses whether local leaders should intervene to prevent eviction hearings despite the Texas Supreme Court's ruling. Eviction hearings could being as early as May 19th.
The WYP panel discusses whether local leaders should intervene to prevent eviction hearings despite the Texas Supreme Court's ruling. Eviction hearings could being as early as May 19th.
Fauci criticizes reopening plans, Bright testifies country isn't prepared - What's Your Point?
As Dr. Fauci and President Trump clash in Washington the WYP panel discusses the federal response to the pandemic.
As Dr. Fauci and President Trump clash in Washington the WYP panel discusses the federal response to the pandemic.
New fee for garbage bins in Houston - What's Your Point?
Houston City Council voted May 13 to approve a $1.14 annual lease fee on garbage bins provided by the city. The What's Your Point panel debates the fee and the moves to balance the budget for the city next year. That proposal includes furloughing thousands of workers, eliminating four police cadet classes and emptying the rainy day fund.
Houston City Council voted May 13 to approve a $1.14 annual lease fee on garbage bins provided by the city. The What's Your Point panel debates the fee and the moves to balance the budget for the city next year. That proposal includes furloughing thousands of workers, eliminating four police cadet classes and emptying the rainy day fund.
Reopening Texas, too fast or not enough - What's Your Point?
The WYP panel discusses the reopening of Texas and if we are moving too fast or if we should take on more risk to jump start the economy.
The WYP panel discusses the reopening of Texas and if we are moving too fast or if we should take on more risk to jump start the economy.
Commissioner Garcia defends his plan to cut property tax for some in Harris County
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia is proposing to drastically cut property taxes for seniors and citizens with disabilities. Garcia makes his pitch to host Greg Groogan before Tuesday's commissioner's court vote.
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia is proposing to drastically cut property taxes for seniors and citizens with disabilities. Garcia makes his pitch to host Greg Groogan before Tuesday's commissioner's court vote.
WYP panel weighs in on the new city fee for garbage bins
Houston City Council voted May 13 to approve a $1.14 annual lease fee on garbage bins provided by the city. The panel debates whether the fee should be imposed or not. They also tackle the moves to balance the budget for the city next year. That proposal includes furloughing thousands of workers, eliminating four police cadet classes and emptying the rainy day fund.
Houston City Council voted May 13 to approve a $1.14 annual lease fee on garbage bins provided by the city. The panel debates whether the fee should be imposed or not. They also tackle the moves to balance the budget for the city next year. That proposal includes furloughing thousands of workers, eliminating four police cadet classes and emptying the rainy day fund.
Texas Supreme Court rules evictions and debt collection can resume in May
The WYP panel discusses whether local leaders should intervene to prevent eviction hearings despite the Texas Supreme Court's ruling. Eviction hearings could being as early as May 19th.
The WYP panel discusses whether local leaders should intervene to prevent eviction hearings despite the Texas Supreme Court's ruling. Eviction hearings could being as early as May 19th.
As Dr. Fauci and President Trump clash in Washington the WYP panel discusses the federal response to the pandemic
Dr. Anthony Fauci testifed in congress this week that opening businesses and schools quickly could cause another coronavirus spike that we may not be able to control.
Dr. Anthony Fauci testifed in congress this week that opening businesses and schools quickly could cause another coronavirus spike that we may not be able to control.
WYP panel debates the Texas reopening timeline and a possible second stimulus check
On the eve of another significant step in reopening Texas, the panel discusses if we are moving too fast or if we should take on more risk to jump start the economy.
On the eve of another significant step in reopening Texas, the panel discusses if we are moving too fast or if we should take on more risk to jump start the economy.
Dr. Boom gives advice safely returning to the gym during the pandemic
Houston Methodist CEO Dr. Mark Boom tells WYP Host Greg Groogan the best practices to keep yourself safe from germs at the gym.
Houston Methodist CEO Dr. Mark Boom tells WYP Host Greg Groogan the best practices to keep yourself safe from germs at the gym.
Houston Methodist CEO Mark Boom assesses the stage of COVID-19 crisis
Dr. Boom tells host Greg Groogan that Houston saw a peak of coronavirus cases around the 11th of April. The doctor also warns that we should not try to resume our social lives just yet, but believes we should work to try and rebuild the economy.
Dr. Boom tells host Greg Groogan that Houston saw a peak of coronavirus cases around the 11th of April. The doctor also warns that we should not try to resume our social lives just yet, but believes we should work to try and rebuild the economy.
WYP panel weighs in on the rent relief program for Houstonians
Houston city council approves two federally funded rent relief programs totaling $23 million. Some members voiced concern over benefiting bad landlords, others say delaying aid any longer will hurt renters in Houston. On May 13th distressed renters will be asked to make their application by phone or online at HoustonRentAssistance.org.
Houston city council approves two federally funded rent relief programs totaling $23 million. Some members voiced concern over benefiting bad landlords, others say delaying aid any longer will hurt renters in Houston. On May 13th distressed renters will be asked to make their application by phone or online at HoustonRentAssistance.org.