Two Sergeants Killed and the Houston Police Chief Sparks a Gun Control Debate. The WYP Panel Weighs In.
Sergeants Christopher Brewster and Kaila Sullivan were killed in the line of duty within days of each other. Houston Sgt. Brewster was shot and killed during a domestic violence call. Nassau Bay Sgt. Sullivan was hit by a car when a suspect escaped a traffic stop arrest. In the wake of the tragedies, Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo called out Texas lawmakers and the National Rifle Association. Specifically he wants the Senate to renew the Violence Against Women Act, which expired in February. In April, the House passed a version of the bill that includes a provision expanding the definition of domestic abusers who would be prohibited from owning guns.
Sergeants Christopher Brewster and Kaila Sullivan were killed in the line of duty within days of each other. Houston Sgt. Brewster was shot and killed during a domestic violence call. Nassau Bay Sgt. Sullivan was hit by a car when a suspect escaped a traffic stop arrest. In the wake of the tragedies, Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo called out Texas lawmakers and the National Rifle Association. Specifically he wants the Senate to renew the Violence Against Women Act, which expired in February. In April, the House passed a version of the bill that includes a provision expanding the definition of domestic abusers who would be prohibited from owning guns.
WYP Panel Discusses the Likelihood of the Impeachment Inquiry Vote Surviving in the Senate
The House Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to approve two articles of impeachment against President Donald J. Trump Friday morning. The full House of Representatives will now vote on the articles. They are expected to pass the democratic majority in the House, but the inquiry may fall apart once it reaches the Senate.
The House Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to approve two articles of impeachment against President Donald J. Trump Friday morning. The full House of Representatives will now vote on the articles. They are expected to pass the democratic majority in the House, but the inquiry may fall apart once it reaches the Senate.
WYP Panel Discusses a Major Blow to the Border Wall Plan and New Legislation to Give Immigrant Workers a Path to Citizenship
A Texas Federal Judge and one in California block the Trump administration from drawing billions of dollars in military funding to fund the border wall. The El Paso judge called the move unlawful without congressional approval. Meanwhile, the House of Republicans passed new legislation that would give more than a million immigrant agricultural workers a chance to become United States Citizens. Critics call the new Farm Workforce Modernization Act mass amnesty.
A Texas Federal Judge and one in California block the Trump administration from drawing billions of dollars in military funding to fund the border wall. The El Paso judge called the move unlawful without congressional approval. Meanwhile, the House of Republicans passed new legislation that would give more than a million immigrant agricultural workers a chance to become United States Citizens. Critics call the new Farm Workforce Modernization Act mass amnesty.
Mayor Turner Reelected. The WYP Panel Discusses the Impact the Runoff Elections Will Have on the Next Four Years
After a tumultuous campaign season, Mayor Sylvester Turner wins another four year term leading the city of Houston. Turner beat out challenger Tony Buzbee by 12 percent. The victory despite Buzbee getting a major endorsement from the Houston Fire Department Union who has been battling the Mayor over pay parity.
After a tumultuous campaign season, Mayor Sylvester Turner wins another four year term leading the city of Houston. Turner beat out challenger Tony Buzbee by 12 percent. The victory despite Buzbee getting a major endorsement from the Houston Fire Department Union who has been battling the Mayor over pay parity.
Rice University Political Analyst Breaks Down the Results from the December Runoff Elections
Greg puts analyst Mark Jones in the hot seat. He weighs in on why Mayor Turner was elected, the moves that may have lost Tony Buzbee the race, is the city turning blue, and should they have left the embattled Council B seat on the ballot.
Greg puts analyst Mark Jones in the hot seat. He weighs in on why Mayor Turner was elected, the moves that may have lost Tony Buzbee the race, is the city turning blue, and should they have left the embattled Council B seat on the ballot.
The WYP Panel Answers if the New City Council will Bring Dramatic Progressive Change.
Only five incumbents in the December runoff elections will be back on city council next year. We asked the panel what they think this new class of council members will bring to the table and will it result in a more progressive push in the city.
Only five incumbents in the December runoff elections will be back on city council next year. We asked the panel what they think this new class of council members will bring to the table and will it result in a more progressive push in the city.
10 Houston city council at-large candidates want your vote
Candidates on the Houston city council at-large runoff election ballot.
Candidates on the Houston city council at-large runoff election ballot.
Candidates in runoff for Houston City Council At-Large Position 2
Houston City Council candidates David Robinson and Willie Davis talk with Greg Groogan about their qualifications and goals.
Houston City Council candidates David Robinson and Willie Davis talk with Greg Groogan about their qualifications and goals.
The WYP Panel Debates the Latest Controversies at the Mexico Border
Two major developments this week concerning the U.S. border with Mexico. First, a Guatemalan teen dies in an ICE detention center. Then President Trump toys with the idea of labeling the Mexican drug cartels as a terrorists. We turn to our panel to discuss how these stories impact Houston.
Two major developments this week concerning the U.S. border with Mexico. First, a Guatemalan teen dies in an ICE detention center. Then President Trump toys with the idea of labeling the Mexican drug cartels as a terrorists. We turn to our panel to discuss how these stories impact Houston.
Candidate Tony Buzbee Challenges the Mayor to a Debate, the WYP Panel Weighs in on the Runoff Race
With six days until election day, mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee taunts incumbent Sylvester Turner to a head to head debate. Our panel discusses whether Turner as a politician should decline and keep his lead or as a public servant should state his platform for the community.
With six days until election day, mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee taunts incumbent Sylvester Turner to a head to head debate. Our panel discusses whether Turner as a politician should decline and keep his lead or as a public servant should state his platform for the community.
CIty Councilmember David Robinson in the hot seat
Greg Groogan talks one on one with City Councilmember David Robinson, who is seeking re-election to the At-Large position 2 seat against Rev. Willie Davis in the runoff election.
Greg Groogan talks one on one with City Councilmember David Robinson, who is seeking re-election to the At-Large position 2 seat against Rev. Willie Davis in the runoff election.
Impeachment Hearings Resume Monday, the WYP Panel Weighs Whether it has Gone on Too Long
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi calls for articles of Impeachment. President Trump says he wants a fair trial in the senate. Meanwhile Speaker Pelosi goes viral for heated exchange with reporter on if she hates the President.
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi calls for articles of Impeachment. President Trump says he wants a fair trial in the senate. Meanwhile Speaker Pelosi goes viral for heated exchange with reporter on if she hates the President.
The Democratic candidates race to be president
The panel discusses the week in the democratic primary, Kamala Harris dropping out and Joe Biden getting confrontational.
The panel discusses the week in the democratic primary, Kamala Harris dropping out and Joe Biden getting confrontational.
Zero residents have received aid from Harris County 27 months after Harvey
Zero residents have received aid from Harris County 27 months after Harvey
Zero residents have received aid from Harris County 27 months after Harvey
Houston City Council At Large Position 2 candidate Rev. Willie Davis
Greg Groogan talks one on one with Houston City Council At Large Position 2 candidate Rev. Willie Davis
Greg Groogan talks one on one with Houston City Council At Large Position 2 candidate Rev. Willie Davis
Meet the candidates for the December 14 Houston city council district seats
A look at the candidates running for Houston City Council District races.
A look at the candidates running for Houston City Council District races.
Amy Peck candidate for Houston City Council District A
Amy Peck candidate for Houston City Council District A in the hot seat .
Amy Peck candidate for Houston City Council District A in the hot seat .
Abbie Kamin in the hot seat before the runoff election for Houston City Council District C
Abbie Kamin in the hot seat before the runoff election for Houston City Council District C
Abbie Kamin in the hot seat before the runoff election for Houston City Council District C
Sallie Alcorn runoff candidate for Houston City Council at-large Position5 in the hot seat
Sallie Alcorn runoff candidate for Houston City Council at-large Position5 in the hot seat
Sallie Alcorn runoff candidate for Houston City Council at-large Position5 in the hot seat
In the hot seat Van Huynh, candidate for Houston City Council District F
In the hot seat Van Huynh, candidate for Houston City Council District F
In the hot seat Van Huynh, candidate for Houston City Council District F