Congressman Dan Crenshaw on fighting the cartels
Congressman Crenshaw on his role leading a task force aimed at combating the Mexican drug cartels. "They need to know that they have pissed us off. They need to know that it is in their best interest to change their business model. They are still going to sell a bunch of other drugs, but most of those other drugs aren't killing us, fentanyl is."
Congressman Crenshaw on his role leading a task force aimed at combating the Mexican drug cartels. "They need to know that they have pissed us off. They need to know that it is in their best interest to change their business model. They are still going to sell a bunch of other drugs, but most of those other drugs aren't killing us, fentanyl is."
Justice delayed but not denied
On Texas Death Row for 22-brutal-years... for a killing he didn't commit. It was the fate of Kerry Max Cook - convicted of the 1977 rape, murder and mutilation of 21-year-old Linda Jo Edwards. This week, 47 years after the fact - the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals officially exonerated Cook on all charges - citing egregious police and prosecutorial misconduct. Here in Houston - exoneree Anthony Graves who served time on death row with Cook - expressed gratitude that while "delayed"...justice was not "denied" his friend.
On Texas Death Row for 22-brutal-years... for a killing he didn't commit. It was the fate of Kerry Max Cook - convicted of the 1977 rape, murder and mutilation of 21-year-old Linda Jo Edwards. This week, 47 years after the fact - the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals officially exonerated Cook on all charges - citing egregious police and prosecutorial misconduct. Here in Houston - exoneree Anthony Graves who served time on death row with Cook - expressed gratitude that while "delayed"...justice was not "denied" his friend.
Reaction to METRO's changing plans and financial support to the city.
METRO shelves its plans for the "University Corridor" what's ahead for transportation in Houston, this week's panel chimes in on the recent discussion with MERTO Chairperson Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock
METRO shelves its plans for the "University Corridor" what's ahead for transportation in Houston, this week's panel chimes in on the recent discussion with MERTO Chairperson Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock
One on one with Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, Houston METRO Chair
Leadership at Houston METRO announced it was shelving plans for a $2.2 billion dedicated bus lane project known as "the University Corridor." Critics have labeled the proposed "BRT" line an unaffordable "boondoggle" incapable of attracting the ridership necessary to justify the enormous expense. Joining us to talk about that decision and other topics - the chairperson of Houston METRO Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock.
Leadership at Houston METRO announced it was shelving plans for a $2.2 billion dedicated bus lane project known as "the University Corridor." Critics have labeled the proposed "BRT" line an unaffordable "boondoggle" incapable of attracting the ridership necessary to justify the enormous expense. Joining us to talk about that decision and other topics - the chairperson of Houston METRO Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock.
Looking ahead to the presidential debate
The first of two presidential debates pitting incumbent Joe Biden against challenger Donald Trump is coming up. The two are virtually tied in the polls, making the stakes in Atlanta substantial.
The first of two presidential debates pitting incumbent Joe Biden against challenger Donald Trump is coming up. The two are virtually tied in the polls, making the stakes in Atlanta substantial.
New poll reveals what voters really care about
A Monmouth National Survey of top concerns determined voters are intently focused on their financial well-being listing inflation, the economy, everyday bills, housing expense, health care costs and job security as top concerns.
A Monmouth National Survey of top concerns determined voters are intently focused on their financial well-being listing inflation, the economy, everyday bills, housing expense, health care costs and job security as top concerns.
Public corruption in Midtown Redevelopment Authority
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg revealed public corruption charges in 3rd Ward at the Midtown redevelopment authority. Now facing felony embezzlement and money laundering charges are Todd Edwards - the authority's real estate asset manager and his alleged private sector conspirators Veronica Ugorji and Kenneth Jones.
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg revealed public corruption charges in 3rd Ward at the Midtown redevelopment authority. Now facing felony embezzlement and money laundering charges are Todd Edwards - the authority's real estate asset manager and his alleged private sector conspirators Veronica Ugorji and Kenneth Jones.
Houston City Council votes unanimously on Firefighter deal
Finally, after 8 years of working without a contract the firefighters of Houston and the city have reached an agreement.
Finally, after 8 years of working without a contract the firefighters of Houston and the city have reached an agreement.
Donald Trump returns to Capitol Hill for first time after January 6 riot
Donald Trump took his presidential campaign to Capitol Hill for the first time since his enraged supporters attacked police and ran-sacked the seat of American democracy on January 6th, 2021.
Donald Trump took his presidential campaign to Capitol Hill for the first time since his enraged supporters attacked police and ran-sacked the seat of American democracy on January 6th, 2021.
HISD end-of-year STAAR test scores in and there is improvement - What's Your Point?
HISD Superintendent Mike Miles crediting the students and the teachers in the district for the improvement on th end of the year academic tests. The NES schools showed some outstanding improvements and elementary and middle school students did particularly well in reading and math improvement.
HISD Superintendent Mike Miles crediting the students and the teachers in the district for the improvement on th end of the year academic tests. The NES schools showed some outstanding improvements and elementary and middle school students did particularly well in reading and math improvement.
U.S. Supreme Court rulings on abortion pill and bump stocks - What's Your Point?
A busy week at the nation's highest court - which in one ruling preserved, at least for now, access for millions of American women to the drug Mifepristone - a medication accounting for better than six out of ten abortions in the U.S. In a second ruling - the conservative majority struck down an administrative ban on so-called "bump stocks" - a device which allows an extremely rapid rate of fire when attached to a semi-automatic rifle
A busy week at the nation's highest court - which in one ruling preserved, at least for now, access for millions of American women to the drug Mifepristone - a medication accounting for better than six out of ten abortions in the U.S. In a second ruling - the conservative majority struck down an administrative ban on so-called "bump stocks" - a device which allows an extremely rapid rate of fire when attached to a semi-automatic rifle
Houston City Council approves Firefighters agreement
In a lopsided 14 to 3 vote, Houston city council approved the issuance of the bonds to fund the back pay settlement with the Houston Firefighters, $650 million dollars to make up for the last 8 years. Council members Edward Pollard and Tiffany Thomas pushed back against the agreed cost of the settlement, and joined Mary Nan Huffman in casting a no vote.
In a lopsided 14 to 3 vote, Houston city council approved the issuance of the bonds to fund the back pay settlement with the Houston Firefighters, $650 million dollars to make up for the last 8 years. Council members Edward Pollard and Tiffany Thomas pushed back against the agreed cost of the settlement, and joined Mary Nan Huffman in casting a no vote.
Republicans and Democrats in Texas seem to be in zealotry competition
From the edge- both far right and far left politicians are working to weed out the moderates in their parties, the question is- will it bring votes into the polling booths?
From the edge- both far right and far left politicians are working to weed out the moderates in their parties, the question is- will it bring votes into the polling booths?
Republicans and Democrats in Texas seem to be in zealotry competition
From the edge- both far right and far left politicians are working to weed out the moderates in their parties, the question is- will it bring votes into the polling booths?
From the edge- both far right and far left politicians are working to weed out the moderates in their parties, the question is- will it bring votes into the polling booths?
Trump returns to Capitol Hill, meets with Republican representatives
Donald Trump took his presidential campaign to Capitol Hill for the first time since his enraged supporters attacked police and ran-sacked the seat of American democracy on January 6th, 2021.
Donald Trump took his presidential campaign to Capitol Hill for the first time since his enraged supporters attacked police and ran-sacked the seat of American democracy on January 6th, 2021.
Hunter Biden found guilty in Federal gun trial
A jury in Delaware wasted little time convicting presidential son Hunter Biden on three felony gun charges.
A jury in Delaware wasted little time convicting presidential son Hunter Biden on three felony gun charges.
STAAR test scores up K-12 for HISD
HISD Superintendent Mike Miles crediting the student and the teachers in the district for the improvement on th end of the year academic tests. The NES schools showed some outstanding improvements and elementary and middle school students did particularly well in reading and math improvement.
HISD Superintendent Mike Miles crediting the student and the teachers in the district for the improvement on th end of the year academic tests. The NES schools showed some outstanding improvements and elementary and middle school students did particularly well in reading and math improvement.
Texas Supreme Court halts Harris County guaranteed income program
Nearly 2,000 low-income families selected to receive no-strings-attached monthly cash stipends from the coffers of Harris County - will have to keep waiting and hoping. That's because the Texas Supreme Court has placed the $500 dollar payments on hold indefinitely.
Nearly 2,000 low-income families selected to receive no-strings-attached monthly cash stipends from the coffers of Harris County - will have to keep waiting and hoping. That's because the Texas Supreme Court has placed the $500 dollar payments on hold indefinitely.
SCOTUS hands down decisions on abortion pill and bumpstocks
A busy week at the nation's highest court - which in one ruling preserved, at least for now, access for millions of American women to the drug mifepristone - a medication accounting for better than six out of ten abortions in the U.S. In a second ruling - the conservative majority struck down an administrative ban on so-called "bump stocks" - a device which allows an extremely rapid rate of fire when attached to a semi-automatic rifle
A busy week at the nation's highest court - which in one ruling preserved, at least for now, access for millions of American women to the drug mifepristone - a medication accounting for better than six out of ten abortions in the U.S. In a second ruling - the conservative majority struck down an administrative ban on so-called "bump stocks" - a device which allows an extremely rapid rate of fire when attached to a semi-automatic rifle
The 5 year collective bargaining agreement with HFD still not resolved
The one element of the city's more than $7 billion budget that remains on the table "unapproved" - a 5-year collective bargaining agreement for HFD?s rank-and-file. As proposed, the deal delivers between 24 - 30% structured pay hikes and additional benefits - aimed at making the department more competitive with peers across the state and nation. After two and half weeks of review city controller Chris Hollins has yet to "certify" the proposal.
The one element of the city's more than $7 billion budget that remains on the table "unapproved" - a 5-year collective bargaining agreement for HFD?s rank-and-file. As proposed, the deal delivers between 24 - 30% structured pay hikes and additional benefits - aimed at making the department more competitive with peers across the state and nation. After two and half weeks of review city controller Chris Hollins has yet to "certify" the proposal.