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Texas Republicans propose new US House map with more winnable GOP seats | Houston Public Media
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Republicans on Wednesday unveiled a new congressional map that creates five additional GOP-leaning districts, bolstering their chances of maintaining...
After 40 years in the U.S., former Harris County official returns to Mexico in search for a better future | Houston Public Media
Ana Yáñez Correa crossed the U.S. border with her mother in May—this time, in the opposite direction from which they came 40 years ago.
"Today...
Houston Methodist again tops list of Texas hospitals in national rankings | Houston Public Media
The list of the top 20 highest-rated hospitals in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report, has been released.
The No. 1...
At this Houston-area art museum, you can walk right up and touch the paintings | Houston Public Media
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Most art exhibits at most museums rely on a key rule: look, but don't touch. However, a local art exhibit encourages...
Hello Houston (July 29, 2025) | Houston Public Media
On today's Hello Houston, Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss today's top stories at the top of each hour, including the Chinese Government paying people...
Federal funding for legal aid (July 29, 2025) | Houston Public Media
On Tuesday’s show: The White House is proposing an end to federal funding for legal aid nonprofits that help low-income Americans obtain assistance with...
Why is recycling in Houston delayed? Not enough trucks, staffing woes, inefficient routes and more | Houston Public Media
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Out-of-service trucks, contaminated trash mixed with recyclable materials, staffing shortages and a single depot with long wait times — these are...
Redrawing Congressional districts (July 28 2025) | Houston Public Media
On Monday’s show: Houston-area Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher explains why she’s opposed to the legislature's plan to redraw the state's congressional districts. State lawmakers gathered...
Vermont school superintendent detained for hours at Houston’s Bush Airport | Houston Public Media
Courtesy: Wilmer Chavarria
A school superintendent from Vermont is speaking out about his experience being detained for several hours at Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Wilmer Chavarria...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 25, 2025) | Houston Public Media
In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, Ernie and guest host Doris Childress discuss and weigh in on the top stories of the day.
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