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Greg Abbott took to X this week threatening more than $500,000 in state funding after Eid celebration taking place at a city owned water park received backlash from conservative groups online.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/religion/2026/05/07/551202/islamic-celebration-at-grand-prairie-water-park-is-canceled-after-threat-by-gov-abbott/?utm_source=rss-religion-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/07090852/abbott-450x296.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T14:14:14.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, KERA, Alexsis Jones, KERA", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "water", "briefingScore": 100, "type": "news" }, { "id": 14, "archiveId": "oqx5vg", "slug": "mayor-whitmire-reveals-budget-plan-intended-to-relieve-houstons-fiscal-headache", "title": "Mayor Whitmire reveals budget plan intended to relieve Houston’s fiscal headache", "excerpt": "A set of proposed structural reforms would not balance the city’s budget indefinitely, but would stave off a need for significant spending cuts.", "content": "A set of proposed structural reforms would not balance the city’s budget indefinitely, but would stave off a need for significant spending cuts.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/city-of-houston/2026/05/05/550877/houston-budget-proposal-mayor-whitmire-trash-fee-garbage/?utm_source=rss-city-of-houston-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05102527/IMG_5399-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T15:52:23.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Dominic Anthony Walsh", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "budget", "briefingScore": 95, "type": "news" }, { "id": 15, "archiveId": "k3we8a", "slug": "voting-rights-act-ruling-could-change-representation-on-city-councils-school-boards-across-texas", "title": "Voting Rights Act ruling could change representation on city councils, school boards across Texas", "excerpt": "The 1965 federal law helped Latino and Black voters gain representation in city and school boards across Texas but now that could change.", "content": "The 1965 federal law helped Latino and Black voters gain representation in city and school boards across Texas but now that could change.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/2026/05/05/550954/voting-rights-act-ruling-could-change-representation-on-city-councils-school-boards-across-texas/?utm_source=rss-politics-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05084723/0215-Austin-City-Council-EG-17-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T13:51:55.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Natalia Contreras, VoteBeat.org", "localScore": 10, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "school board", "briefingScore": 95, "type": "news" }, { "id": 16, "archiveId": "ahfzlf", "slug": "texas-republican-senate-primary-runoff-statistically-tied-shortly-before-start-of-early-voting-poll-", "title": "Texas' Republican Senate primary runoff statistically tied shortly before start of early voting, poll finds", "excerpt": "The latest survey from the UH Hobby School shows state Attorney General Ken Paxton supported by 48% of likely voters in the GOP primary runoff compared to 45% for Sen. John Cornyn, with a margin of error of less than 3%.", "content": "The latest survey from the UH Hobby School shows state Attorney General Ken Paxton supported by 48% of likely voters in the GOP primary runoff compared to 45% for Sen. John Cornyn, with a margin of error of less than 3%.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/election-2026/2026/05/05/550879/paxton-cornyn-texas-senate-republican-primary-runoff-poll-uh/?utm_source=rss-election-2026-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/03162542/Image-40-450x251.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T12:00:00.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Andrew Schneider", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "vote", "briefingScore": 95, "type": "news" }, { "id": 17, "archiveId": "u8wm40", "slug": "breweries-are-closing-fast-across-the-us-including-houston", "title": "Breweries are closing fast across the U.S., including Houston", "excerpt": "A survey conducted last summer by Gallup revealed that alcohol consumption hit a record low in the U.S. According to the survey, nearly 66% of younger adults felt that even drinking in moderation was bad for their health.", "content": "A survey conducted last summer by Gallup revealed that alcohol consumption hit a record low in the U.S. According to the survey, nearly 66% of younger adults felt that even drinking in moderation was bad for their health.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/in-depth/2026/05/06/551091/houston-breweries-closing/?utm_source=rss-indepth-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/06130322/Image-10-2-450x253.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T16:50:52.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Anna Y Monroe", "localScore": 10, "category": "business", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "closing", "briefingScore": 85, "type": "news" }, { "id": 18, "archiveId": "a9ufxy", "slug": "texas-lawmakers-repeatedly-failed-to-pass-flood-protections-some-could-have-saved-lives", "title": "Texas lawmakers repeatedly failed to pass flood protections. Some could have saved lives.", "excerpt": "Dozens of bills were rejected over nearly 60 years, ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found. Some measures would have prohibited youth camps and new construction in high-risk flood areas.", "content": "Dozens of bills were rejected over nearly 60 years, ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found. Some measures would have prohibited youth camps and new construction in high-risk flood areas.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/flooding/2026/05/06/551065/texas-lawmakers-repeatedly-failed-to-pass-flood-protections-some-could-have-saved-lives/?utm_source=rss-flooding-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/06082012/Screenshot-2026-05-06-081951-450x272.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T13:39:11.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Lexi Churchill, Texas Tribune, ProPublica, Emily Foxhall, Texas Tribune, Pratheek Rebala, ProPublica", "localScore": 10, "category": "traffic", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "construction", "briefingScore": 85, "type": "news" }, { "id": 19, "archiveId": "gn1b3j", "slug": "the-week-in-politics-may-6-2026", "title": "The week in politics (May 6, 2026)", "excerpt": "On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And foodies discuss great food that looks really ugly -- but still tastes great.", "content": "On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And foodies discuss great food that looks really ugly -- but still tastes great.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/houston-matters/2026/05/06/550840/the-week-in-politics-may-6-2026/?utm_source=rss-houston-matters-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09105018/HMCC-Featured-Image-Dark-Blue-2025-450x253.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T11:00:41.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Hagerty", "localScore": 10, "category": "business", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "development", "briefingScore": 85, "type": "news" }, { "id": 20, "archiveId": "ir71g1", "slug": "new-texas-flood-warning-system-could-give-hill-country-communities-hours-to-prepare", "title": "New Texas flood warning system could give Hill Country communities hours to prepare", "excerpt": "The $4 million system could provide up to several hours of advance warning, giving residents more time to evacuate before floodwaters become dangerous.", "content": "The $4 million system could provide up to several hours of advance warning, giving residents more time to evacuate before floodwaters become dangerous.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/texas/2026/05/05/551044/new-texas-flood-warning-system-could-give-hill-country-communities-hours-to-prepare/?utm_source=rss-texas-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05154212/20250706-texas-flooding-kerville-camp-34-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T20:44:42.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Lucio Vasquez, Texas Newsroom", "localScore": 10, "category": "weather", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "water", "briefingScore": 85, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "37y1q6", "slug": "the-engines-of-our-ingenuity-2591-instant-runoff-voting", "title": "The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2591: Instant Runoff Voting", "excerpt": "Episode: 2591 Instant runoff voting and the Academy Awards. Today, what's best?", "content": "Episode: 2591 Instant runoff voting and the Academy Awards. Today, what's best?", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/engines-of-our-ingenuity/engines-podcast/2026/05/07/550241/the-engines-of-our-ingenuity-2591-instant-runoff-voting/?utm_source=rss-engines-podcast-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/assets/images/HPM-logo-OGimage-2.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T05:01:31.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Dr. Andy Boyd", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": "community", "editorialReason": "award", "briefingScore": 80, "type": "news" }, { "id": 22, "archiveId": "n5dqth", "slug": "hello-houston-may-5-2026", "title": "Hello Houston (May 5, 2026)", "excerpt": "Today: We discuss the use of artificial intelligence in flood mapping, talk with James Beard Award-winning Houston chef Chris Shepherd, celebrate the 30th anniversary of notsuoH, and more.", "content": "Today: We discuss the use of artificial intelligence in flood mapping, talk with James Beard Award-winning Houston chef Chris Shepherd, celebrate the 30th anniversary of notsuoH, and more.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/hello-houston/2026/05/05/550957/hello-houston-may-5-2026/?utm_source=rss-hello-houston-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/31085137/HH_Podcast-Cover-450x450.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T19:58:24.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Garrett Bohlmann", "localScore": 10, "category": "weather", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": "community", "editorialReason": "award", "briefingScore": 65, "type": "news" }, { "id": 23, "archiveId": "ecvbrd", "slug": "environmental-advocates-call-for-increased-enforcement-against-dow-freeport-plant", "title": "Environmental advocates call for increased enforcement against Dow Freeport plant", "excerpt": "A nonprofit watchdog group found that the company emitted at least 119 tons of volatile organic compounds over the last five years, despite enforcement actions for violations of the Clean Air Act.", "content": "A nonprofit watchdog group found that the company emitted at least 119 tons of volatile organic compounds over the last five years, despite enforcement actions for violations of the Clean Air Act.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/energy-environment/2026/05/05/550947/environmental-advocates-call-for-increased-enforcement-against-dow-freeport-plant/?utm_source=rss-energy-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04164204/Image-2026-05-04T164128.820-450x338.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T17:50:06.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Natalie Weber", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": 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"sourceType": "news", "author": "Joshua Zinn", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 25, "archiveId": "vpldfd", "slug": "gas-power-leapfrogs-wind-for-first-time-in-10-years-in-texas-grid-connection-queue", "title": "Gas power leapfrogs wind for first time in 10 years in Texas’ grid connection queue", "excerpt": "Data centers are largely driving the sudden rise in natural gas power projects on the waiting list to connect to Texas' grid.", "content": "Data centers are largely driving the sudden rise in natural gas power projects on the waiting list to connect to Texas' grid.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/energy-environment/2026/05/07/551215/gas-power-leapfrogs-wind-for-first-time-in-10-years-in-texas-grid-connection-queue/?utm_source=rss-energy-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/07104715/Screenshot-2026-05-07-104657-450x298.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T15:54:59.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Brandon Mulder, The Texas Tribune", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 26, "archiveId": "ejwe5x", "slug": "texas-council-says-more-resources-needed-to-address-complaints-against-behavioral-health-providers", "title": "Texas council says more resources needed to address complaints against behavioral health providers", "excerpt": "The agency that oversees behavioral health and social work providers has about 1,000 \"pending\" complaints against providers — hundreds more than it has received in previous years. Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council leadership told lawmakers it may need support from the...", "content": "The agency that oversees behavioral health and social work providers has about 1,000 \"pending\" complaints against providers — hundreds more than it has received in previous years. Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council leadership told lawmakers it may need support from the state to handle the volume.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/healthcare/2026/05/07/551195/texas-council-says-more-resources-needed-to-address-complaints-against-behavioral-health-providers/?utm_source=rss-healthcare-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/07081818/therapy-mental-behavioral-health-kera-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T13:21:56.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Abigail Ruhman, KERA", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 27, "archiveId": "8rk122", "slug": "apartment-safety-ordinance-passes-may-7-2026", "title": "Apartment safety ordinance passes (May 7, 2026)", "excerpt": "On Thursday's show: Houston City Council has approved an ordinance cracking down on apartment complexes with chronic health and safety violations. And we preview the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season.", "content": "On Thursday's show: Houston City Council has approved an ordinance cracking down on apartment complexes with chronic health and safety violations. And we preview the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/houston-matters/2026/05/07/550842/apartment-safety-ordinance-passes-may-7-2026/?utm_source=rss-houston-matters-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09105018/HMCC-Featured-Image-Dark-Blue-2025-450x253.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T11:00:23.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Hagerty", "localScore": 10, "category": "weather", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 28, "archiveId": "l1i5xf", "slug": "epa-orders-remediation-to-begin-at-san-jacinto-river-waste-pits", "title": "EPA orders remediation to begin at San Jacinto River waste pits", "excerpt": "The order comes about eight months after the agency approved a clean up plan for the site.", "content": "The order comes about eight months after the agency approved a clean up plan for the site.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/environment/2026/05/06/551179/epa-orders-remediation-to-begin-at-san-jacinto-river-waste-pits/?utm_source=rss-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/06160217/Image-2026-05-06T160205.570-450x338.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T21:59:07.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Natalie Weber", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 29, "archiveId": "w7zy52", "slug": "hello-houston-the-commuter-cut-may-6-2026", "title": "Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (May 6, 2026)", "excerpt": "For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.", "content": "For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/hello-houston/2026/05/06/551078/hello-houston-the-commuter-cut-may-6-2026/?utm_source=rss-hello-houston-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/31085146/HH_Podcast-Cover_The-Commuter-Cut-450x450.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T20:30:23.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Garrett Bohlmann", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 30, "archiveId": "62k91s", "slug": "astros-star-carlos-correa-faces-season-ending-surgery-on-a-torn-tendon-in-his-ankle", "title": "Astros star Carlos Correa faces season-ending surgery on a torn tendon in his ankle", "excerpt": "Houston’s Carlos Correa has a torn tendon in his left ankle that will require season-ending surgery. Correa said the injury was a complete tear and his recovery is expected to take six to eight months.", "content": "Houston’s Carlos Correa has a torn tendon in his left ankle that will require season-ending surgery. Correa said the injury was a complete tear and his recovery is expected to take six to eight months.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/sports/2026/05/06/551128/astros-star-carlos-correa-faces-season-ending-surgery-on-a-torn-tendon-in-his-ankle/?utm_source=rss-sports-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/06140540/AP26116090113991-450x274.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T19:12:22.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Kristie Rieken, AP", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 31, "archiveId": "1edzfp", "slug": "houston-isd-will-launch-nine-ai-focused-campuses-next-year-heres-what-we-know", "title": "Houston ISD will launch nine AI-focused campuses next year. Here’s what we know.", "excerpt": "Five elementary schools and four middle schools will be included in the program.", "content": "Five elementary schools and four middle schools will be included in the program.", "url": "https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/houston-isd-ai-focused-campuses-artificial-intelligence/", "image": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/texasstandard.org/txstandard/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/pexels-pixabay-256395-scaled.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T16:06:30.000Z", "source": "Texas Standard", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Raul Alonzo", "localScore": 10, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 35, "type": "news" }, { "id": 32, "archiveId": "gytyf0", "slug": "after-delays-houston-city-council-approves-new-apartment-inspection-rules", "title": "After delays, Houston City Council approves new apartment inspection rules", "excerpt": "City officials delayed the rules twice last year and missed a 30-day deadline last week to approve the measure. The new rules come after about five years of work.", "content": "City officials delayed the rules twice last year and missed a 30-day deadline last week to approve the measure. The new rules come after about five years of work.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/city-of-houston/2026/05/06/551080/after-delays-houston-apartment-inspection-rules/?utm_source=rss-city-of-houston-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/29105224/IMG_3934-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T15:56:53.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Dominic Anthony Walsh", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 35, "type": "news" }, { "id": 33, "archiveId": "bu96ma", "slug": "houston-is-prepared-for-world-cup-officials-say-but-questions-of-ice-and-other-city-needs-remain", "title": "Houston is prepared for World Cup, officials say, but questions of ICE and other city needs remain", "excerpt": "Houston-area Congressman Al Green, who sits on the U.S. House Homeland Security committee, visited NRG Stadium as part of a “fact-finding” discussion over Houston’s preparations for the World Cup.", "content": "Houston-area Congressman Al Green, who sits on the U.S. House Homeland Security committee, visited NRG Stadium as part of a “fact-finding” discussion over Houston’s preparations for the World Cup.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/sports/world-cup/2026/05/06/551054/houston-is-prepared-for-world-cup-officials-say-but-questions-of-ice-and-other-city-needs-remain/?utm_source=rss-world-cup-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05172046/Screenshot-2026-05-05-171943-450x267.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T14:06:53.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Adkison", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 35, "type": "news" }, { "id": 34, "archiveId": "marpp4", "slug": "not-all-food-is-instagram-worthy-houstons-most-delicious-ugly-dishes-the-full-menu", "title": "Not all food is Instagram worthy — Houston's most delicious 'ugly' dishes: The Full Menu", "excerpt": "\"Phone eats first\" might not apply to all food. Houston foodies discuss some really delicious dishes in the city that might not be Instagram worthy.", "content": "\"Phone eats first\" might not apply to all food. Houston foodies discuss some really delicious dishes in the city that might not be Instagram worthy.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/houston-matters/2026/05/06/550994/not-all-food-is-instagram-worthy-houstons-most-delicious-ugly-dishes-the-full-menu/?utm_source=rss-houston-matters-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05144326/The-Full-Menu-Ugly-Food-Crawfish-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T14:00:36.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Hagerty", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 35, "type": "news" }, { "id": 35, "archiveId": "mfvwxk", "slug": "the-engines-of-our-ingenuity-2885-big-numbers", "title": "The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2885: Big Numbers", "excerpt": "Episode: 2885 Very Large Numbers. Today, let's talk about very large numbers.", "content": "Episode: 2885 Very Large Numbers. 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Why Texas is pushing for them", "excerpt": "Texas is helping shape the future of psychedelic therapies. Here's how they work and what access could look like.", "content": "Texas is helping shape the future of psychedelic therapies. Here's how they work and what access could look like.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/2026/05/05/550958/psychedelic-treatments-are-on-the-verge-of-fda-approval-why-texas-is-pushing-for-them/?utm_source=rss-health-science-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05092201/2026-04-18t152753z-1-lynxmpem3h085-rtroptp-4-usa-trump-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T14:24:37.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Robin Berghaus, Texas Public Radio", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 39, "archiveId": "rp9foh", "slug": "proposed-garbage-fee-may-5-2026", "title": "Proposed garbage fee (May 5, 2026)", "excerpt": "On Tuesday's show: We discuss the details surrounding a proposed fee for garbage pickup in Houston and the environmental effects of neglected trash pickup.", "content": "On Tuesday's show: We discuss the details surrounding a proposed fee for garbage pickup in Houston and the environmental effects of neglected trash pickup.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/houston-matters/2026/05/05/550838/proposed-garbage-fee-may-5-2026/?utm_source=rss-houston-matters-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09105018/HMCC-Featured-Image-Dark-Blue-2025-450x253.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T11:00:56.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Hagerty", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 40, "archiveId": "s7l6dg", "slug": "the-engines-of-our-ingenuity-3372-gaslighting", "title": "The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3372: Gaslighting", "excerpt": "Episode: 3372 Rhetoric, Objectivity, and Gaslighting. Today, we flip the switch on \"gaslight.\"", "content": "Episode: 3372 Rhetoric, Objectivity, and Gaslighting. Today, we flip the switch on \"gaslight.\"", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/engines-of-our-ingenuity/engines-podcast/2026/05/05/550233/the-engines-of-our-ingenuity-3372-gaslighting/?utm_source=rss-engines-podcast-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/assets/images/HPM-logo-OGimage-2.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T05:01:52.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Karen Fang", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 41, "archiveId": "lif4zj", "slug": "rule-that-lets-texans-obtain-out-of-state-abortion-pills-can-continue-for-now-supreme-court-says", "title": "Rule that lets Texans obtain out-of-state abortion pills can continue for now, Supreme Court says", "excerpt": "The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that mifepristone must be obtained in person, a decision the country’s highest court has temporarily blocked.", "content": "The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that mifepristone must be obtained in person, a decision the country’s highest court has temporarily blocked.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/abortion/2026/05/04/550939/rule-that-lets-texans-obtain-out-of-state-abortion-pills-can-continue-for-now-supreme-court-says/?utm_source=rss-abortion-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04163142/010220Mifepristone20REUTERS20TT2001-1-scaled-1-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T21:37:24.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Ayden Runnels, Texas Tribune, Terri Langford, Texas Tribune", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 42, "archiveId": "lpkeou", "slug": "documents-from-us-founding-have-arrived-in-houston-for-america-250-celebration", "title": "Documents from U.S. founding have arrived in Houston for America 250 celebration", "excerpt": "The Treaty of Paris, the Articles of Association and George Washington’s Oath of Allegiance are among the documents that will be on display at the Houston Museum of Natural Science from May 8-25.", "content": "The Treaty of Paris, the Articles of Association and George Washington’s Oath of Allegiance are among the documents that will be on display at the Houston Museum of Natural Science from May 8-25.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/local/2026/05/04/550927/documents-from-u-s-founding-have-arrived-in-houston-for-america-250-celebration/?utm_source=rss-local-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04153036/2d959707-fb9c-4c1a-a4fb-b37a289d055a-450x332.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T20:33:03.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Bianca Seward", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 43, "archiveId": "agvugn", "slug": "thousands-of-soccer-fans-waited-hours-in-line-to-see-the-fifa-world-cup-trophy-in-houston", "title": "Thousands of soccer fans waited hours in line to see the FIFA World Cup trophy in Houston", "excerpt": "As part of an international tour, FIFA brought the authentic World Cup trophy to Houston over the weekend. As many as 15,000 fans waited in a long line to see it, according to officials.", "content": "As part of an international tour, FIFA brought the authentic World Cup trophy to Houston over the weekend. As many as 15,000 fans waited in a long line to see it, according to officials.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/sports/world-cup/2026/05/04/550889/houston-world-cup-trophy-tour/?utm_source=rss-world-cup-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04140258/Image-2026-05-04T140235.893-450x338.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T20:22:37.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Adkison", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 44, "archiveId": "y2ljj6", "slug": "hello-houston-the-commuter-cut-may-4-2026", "title": "Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (May 4, 2026)", "excerpt": "For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.", "content": "For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/hello-houston/2026/05/04/550822/hello-houston-the-commuter-cut-may-4-2026/?utm_source=rss-hello-houston-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/31085146/HH_Podcast-Cover_The-Commuter-Cut-450x450.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T20:00:45.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Garrett Bohlmann", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 45, "archiveId": "wtojlz", "slug": "with-new-head-coach-and-roster-shifts-dallas-wings-stir-excitement-heading-into-season", "title": "With new head coach and roster shifts, Dallas Wings stir excitement heading into season", "excerpt": "The squad may soon be joined by another Texas WNBA team in Houston.", "content": "The squad may soon be joined by another Texas WNBA team in Houston.", "url": "https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/dallas-wings-season-bueckers-fudd-houston-comets-wnba/", "image": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/texasstandard.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04131642/Paige_Bueckers_Dallas_Wings_3-scaled.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T18:23:00.000Z", "source": "Texas Standard", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Raul Alonzo", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 20, "archiveId": "14fz8d", "slug": "hello-houston-may-4-2026", "title": "Hello Houston (May 4, 2026)", "excerpt": "Today: We discuss the current state of the Texas water crisis, learn about Performing Arts Houston’s 60th anniversary season, unpack the ongoing legal and political battles over redistricting, and more.", "content": "Today: We discuss the current state of the Texas water crisis, learn about Performing Arts Houston’s 60th anniversary season, unpack the ongoing legal and political battles over redistricting, and more.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/hello-houston/2026/05/04/550816/hello-houston-may-4-2026/?utm_source=rss-hello-houston-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/31085137/HH_Podcast-Cover-450x450.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T18:50:12.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Garrett Bohlmann", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "water", "briefingScore": 75, "type": "news" }, { "id": 43, "archiveId": "mlz7xa", "slug": "pearland-elects-first-black-mayor-in-democrat-backed-quentin-wiltz", "title": "Pearland elects first Black mayor in Democrat-backed Quentin Wiltz", "excerpt": "While the office is technically nonpartisan, Wiltz was endorsed by the Brazoria County Democratic Party. 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The House Select Committee on Health Care Affordability concluded its two-day public hearing Friday.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/healthcare/2026/05/04/550857/house-health-care-affordability-insurance-premiums-costs-2027-legislative-session/?utm_source=rss-healthcare-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04121444/healthcare-gov-kera-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T17:39:03.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Abigail Ruhman, KERA", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 44, "archiveId": "57t9yd", "slug": "spirit-airlines-built-a-model-the-industry-copied-then-it-collapsed", "title": "Spirit Airlines built a model the industry copied. 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The announcement comes after two bankruptcy filings in as many years.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/transportation/airports/2026/05/04/550812/spirit-airlines-shut-down-houston-air-travel/?utm_source=rss-airports-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04085037/AP26121589179284-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T13:56:36.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Associated Press", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 3, "archiveId": "xa2ype", "slug": "new-report-shows-millions-in-federal-funding-tied-to-harris-county-flood-projects-could-be-at-risk", "title": "New report shows millions in federal funding tied to Harris County flood projects could be at risk", "excerpt": "A new report obtained by ABC13 shows a tricky timeline surrounding federal funding could put major Harris County flood control projects at risk.", "content": "A new report obtained by ABC13 shows a tricky timeline surrounding federal funding could put major Harris County flood control projects at risk.", "url": "", "image": "https://cdn.abcotvs.com/dip/images/19053620_050626-ktrk-TN-flood-control-project-img.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T12:00:53.465Z", "source": "ABC13 Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "\n ", "localScore": 30, "category": "government", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "harris county", "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 4, "archiveId": "tcyhcw", "slug": "woman-injured-after-shootout-at-north-harris-county-apartment-complex-suspects-still-on-the-run", "title": "Woman injured after shootout at north Harris County apartment complex, suspects still on the run", "excerpt": "A search is underway for the people involved in a shootout at an apartment complex in north Harris County Wednesday night.", "content": "A search is underway for the people involved in a shootout at an apartment complex in north Harris County Wednesday night.", "url": "https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2026/05/07/woman-injured-after-shootout-at-north-harris-county-apartment-complex-suspects-still-on-the-run/", "image": "https://cdn5-fstl-tf.anyclip.com/qUDlAZ4BdFUvoNnVgJZA/1778148345351_1920x1080_thumbnail.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T10:01:19.000Z", "source": "Click2Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Ninfa Saavedra", "localScore": 30, "category": "government", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "harris county", "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 18, "archiveId": "k7ghxp", "slug": "will-texas-turn-blue-this-year", "title": "Will Texas turn blue this year?", "excerpt": "With midterms around the corner and President Trump's approval rating low, Democrats expect to flip a lot of seats this election. 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But the former prosecutor will be heavily favored, given the district’s solidly Republican makeup.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/elections/2026/05/04/550803/texas-senate-district-4-special-election/?utm_source=rss-elections-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04083442/BrettLigon-TT-450x298.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T13:36:13.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Alejandro Serrano, Texas Tribune, Colleen DeGuzman, Texas Tribune", "localScore": 10, "category": "government", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "election", "briefingScore": 95, "type": "news" }, { "id": 43, "archiveId": "nhejir", "slug": "democrats-eye-2028-as-battle-for-identity-begins", "title": "Democrats Eye 2028 as Battle for Identity Begins", "excerpt": "Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics", "content": "Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/2026/05/04/550011/democrats-eye-2028-as-battle-for-identity-begins/?utm_source=rss-news-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/28100346/2028-STARTS-NOW-450x253.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T13:27:12.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Laura Walker", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "3cmijo", "slug": "harris-county-burglary-suspect-shot-killed-by-homeowner-constable", "title": "Harris County burglary suspect shot, killed by homeowner: constable", "excerpt": "An investigation is underway after Harris County authorities say a suspect was shot and killed by a homeowner near Klein.", "content": "An investigation is underway after Harris County authorities say a suspect was shot and killed by a homeowner near Klein.", "url": "https://www.fox26houston.com/news/spring-creek-oaks-burglary-suspect-shot-killed-homeowner-constable", "image": "https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/05/689010210_1441131468048566_501981581795690847_n.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T11:44:11.000Z", "source": "Fox 26 Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Terrian.Spurs@fox.com (Terrian Spurs)", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "constable", "briefingScore": 160, "type": "news" }, { "id": 20, "archiveId": "dlugno", "slug": "texas-leads-nation-in-utility-shutoffs-as-electric-bills-rise-federal-report-finds", "title": "Texas leads nation in utility shutoffs as electric bills rise, federal report finds", "excerpt": "Texas leads the nation in utilities shutting off electricity and natural gas services to customers who can't afford their energy bills, according to a report released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.", "content": "Texas leads the nation in utilities shutting off electricity and natural gas services to customers who can't afford their energy bills, according to a report released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/energy-environment/2026/05/04/550798/texas-leads-nation-in-utility-shutoffs-as-electric-bills-rise-federal-report-finds/?utm_source=rss-energy-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04081631/jillrose999-electric-meter-5229750-450x300.webp", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T13:20:43.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "David Martin Davies, Texas Public Radio", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "utility", "briefingScore": 75, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "981rzb", "slug": "can-you-legally-shoot-an-intruder-in-texas-the-castle-doctrine-explainer", "title": "Can you legally shoot an intruder in Texas? 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And we offer listeners a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.", "content": "On Monday's show: We learn about some proposed changes to special education at HISD, which have raised alarm. 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Nine years later, cleanup is still not underway.", "content": "In 2017, the EPA approved a plan to clean up the San Jacinto River waste pits in east Harris County. 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No airborne contaminants were detected.”", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/environment/2026/04/30/550649/tar-spill-in-south-houston-kills-worker-authorities-detect-no-air-pollution/?utm_source=rss-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/30160332/Screenshot-2026-04-30-160256-450x219.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T21:09:01.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "HPM Staff", "localScore": 30, "category": "government", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "harris county", "briefingScore": 115, "type": "news" }, { "id": 18, "archiveId": "o1fug5", "slug": "christian-menefees-district-sat-vacant-for-11-months-his-first-bill-would-set-a-special-election-dea", "title": "Christian Menefee’s district sat vacant for 11 months. 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The safely blue district was left vacant for 334 days.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/2026/04/30/550660/texas-christian-menefee-first-bill-congress-vacancies-180-day-deadline-special-election/?utm_source=rss-politics-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/30170305/ChristianMenefee-TT-450x299.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T22:12:12.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Gabby Birenbaum, Texas Tribune", "localScore": 10, "category": "government", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "election", "briefingScore": 95, "type": "news" }, { "id": 20, "archiveId": "85rwmr", "slug": "houstons-northern-suburbs-katy-are-sinking-faster-than-other-parts-of-the-region", "title": "Houston's northern suburbs, Katy are sinking faster than other parts of the region", "excerpt": "Rapid population growth has driven higher rates of groundwater usage, leading to more sinking in these areas.", "content": "Rapid population growth has driven higher rates of groundwater usage, leading to more sinking in these areas.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/environment/2026/04/30/550627/houstons-northern-suburbs-katy-are-sinking-faster-than-other-parts-of-the-city/?utm_source=rss-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/23173407/IMG_9732.jpg-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T20:55:37.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Natalie Weber", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "water", "briefingScore": 75, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "f84vjd", "slug": "man-accused-of-crashing-stolen-car-with-multiple-people-inside-including-child-harris-county-docs", "title": "Man accused of crashing stolen car with multiple people inside, including child: Harris County docs", "excerpt": "Court documents report that the suspect was driving a stolen vehicle and evaded officers before losing control and crashing, with a 7-year-old child and others inside the vehicle.", "content": "Court documents report that the suspect was driving a stolen vehicle and evaded officers before losing control and crashing, with a 7-year-old child and others inside the vehicle.", "url": "", "image": "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1570129477492-45c003edd2be?w=800&h=500&fit=crop", "publishDate": "2026-05-04T18:01:15.925Z", "source": "ABC13 Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "\n ", "localScore": 30, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "crash", "briefingScore": 160, "type": "news" }, { "id": 4, "archiveId": "aaajlv", "slug": "domestic-violence-advocates-push-for-action-after-harris-county-killing-leaves-children-hiding", "title": "Domestic violence advocates push for action after Harris County killing leaves children hiding", "excerpt": "According to Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Harris County has received between 45,000 and 50,000 domestic violence calls annually over the past three years. 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possession of a controlled substance when she allegedly assaulted 58-year-old Bessie Burgan, according to a social media post from the Galveston County Sheriff's Office.", "content": "39-year-old Crystal Walker was in custody for a probation violation related to the possession of a controlled substance when she allegedly assaulted 58-year-old Bessie Burgan, according to a social media post from the Galveston County Sheriff's Office.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/crime/2026/04/30/550593/galveston-county-inmate-charged-with-murder-after-allegedly-assaulting-fellow-inmate/?utm_source=rss-crime-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/30140700/DSC_0946-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T20:39:28.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau", "localScore": 10, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 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The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office shared what they said the evidence would show in a document filed Wednesday.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/crime/2026/04/30/550585/prosecutors-say-singer-d4vd-stabbed-14-year-old-celeste-rivas-hernandez-to-death-to-silence-her/?utm_source=rss-crime-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/21085130/AP26110806052369-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T18:00:13.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Andrew Dalton, AP", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 44, "archiveId": "g7vzbi", "slug": "how-dominique-dawes-is-redefining-gymnastics-training-and-culture", "title": "How Dominique Dawes is redefining gymnastics training and culture", "excerpt": "The three-time Olympic gold medalist talks about her career and her first gym in Texas, which opens May 30 in Jersey Village.", "content": "The three-time Olympic gold medalist talks about her career and her first gym in Texas, which opens May 30 in Jersey Village.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/houston-matters/2026/04/30/550578/how-dominique-dawes-is-redefining-gymnastics-training-and-culture/?utm_source=rss-houston-matters-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/30125505/Dominique-Dawes-450x263.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T17:55:32.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Michael Hagerty", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 4, "archiveId": "cqv7r2", "slug": "sheriff-man-faces-murder-charge-after-fatal-shooting-of-woman-in-east-harris-county", "title": "Sheriff: Man faces murder charge after fatal shooting of woman in east Harris County", "excerpt": "Deputies in Harris County are investigating a fatal shooting linked to domestic violence. A man is detained, and three children were present but uninjured.", "content": "Deputies in Harris County are investigating a fatal shooting linked to domestic violence. A man is detained, and three children were present but uninjured.", "url": "https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/fatal-shooting-domestic-violence-texarkana-street-cloverleaf/285-5f32d401-40ed-484a-b80c-b82070a38952", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KHOU/images/ba28ef19-16b2-4046-ad24-b0dc1b20cd97/20260502T204800/ba28ef19-16b2-4046-ad24-b0dc1b20cd97_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-02T23:22:40.000Z", "source": "KHOU Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KHOU Houston", "localScore": 30, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "shooting", "briefingScore": 145, "type": "news" }, { "id": 46, "archiveId": "rn881k", "slug": "weve-never-seen-it-like-this-seaweed-piles-up-on-galveston-shore", "title": "‘We’ve never seen it like this’: Seaweed piles up on Galveston shore", "excerpt": "A buildup of seaweed, or sargassum, is typical for the spring months. But it can be unsightly, smelly and potentially harmful to human health.", "content": "A buildup of seaweed, or sargassum, is typical for the spring months. But it can be unsightly, smelly and potentially harmful to human health.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/environment/2026/04/30/550519/seaweed-gulf-coast-texas-galveston-beach-sargassum/?utm_source=rss-environment-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/29211629/DSC_0940-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T14:13:40.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 20, "archiveId": "kxmj4i", "slug": "willowbrook-mall-adds-curfew-in-light-of-posts-on-social-media", "title": "Willowbrook Mall adds curfew in light of posts on social media", "excerpt": "Willowbrook Mall will enforce a youth curfew on two Saturdays in May, requiring teens to be accompanied by adults. Here’s what to know.", "content": "Willowbrook Mall will enforce a youth curfew on two Saturdays in May, requiring teens to be accompanied by adults. 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2018-2024, where he focused on public safety, infrastructure upgrades, flood mitigation and fiscal accountability.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/elections/2026/05/02/550788/galveston-mayor-election-results/?utm_source=rss-elections-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/02201851/DSC_0967-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-03T01:22:16.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau", "localScore": 10, "category": "weather", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 50, "type": "news" }, { "id": 19, "archiveId": "mhz6fl", "slug": "benavidez-kos-ramirez-in-the-6th-to-win-the-wba-and-wbo-cruiserweight-titles", "title": "Benavidez KOs Ramirez in the 6th to win the WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles", "excerpt": "David Benavidez became the first boxer 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James Broadnax, 37, is scheduled to be executed Thursday evening.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/criminal-justice/2026/04/30/550536/hours-before-james-broadnax-lethal-injection-chances-to-postpone-his-execution-dwindle-death-penalty-dallas-county-stephen-swan-matthew-butler/?utm_source=rss-criminal-justice-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/30083020/ap22349759798973-450x315.webp", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T13:33:27.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Marina Trahan Martinez, KERA", "localScore": 10, "category": "traffic", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 25, "type": "news" }, { "id": 4, "archiveId": "c9bp87", "slug": "election-day-today-what-to-know-about-the-texas-senate-district-4-special-election", "title": "Election Day Today: What to know about the Texas Senate District 4 Special Election", "excerpt": "Polls are open 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Saturday, May 2 for the SD-4 special election featuring Republican Brett Ligon and Democrat Ron Angeletti—plus where to vote, what ID you need, and how mail-ballot drop-off works in Harris County.", "content": "Polls are open 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Saturday, May 2 for the SD-4 special election featuring Republican Brett Ligon and Democrat Ron Angeletti—plus where to vote, what ID you need, and how mail-ballot drop-off works in Harris County.", "url": "https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2026/05/02/election-day-today:-what-to-know-about-the-texas-senate-district-4-special-election/", "image": "https://cdn5-fstl-tf.anyclip.com/B0Do6J0BdFUvoNnVmZK8/1777729169626_1920x1080_thumbnail.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-02T11:12:21.000Z", "source": "Click2Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "T.J. 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This is Beaumont’s second state intervention in recent years.", "url": "https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/education/2026/04/30/550531/texas-beaumont-isd-takeover-houston/?utm_source=rss-education-article&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=hpm-rss-link", "image": "https://cdn.houstonpublicmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/30065307/SandiMassey-TT-450x300.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-04-30T11:55:58.000Z", "source": "Houston Public Media", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Sneha Dey, Texas Tribune", "localScore": 10, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 35, "type": "news" }, { "id": 41, "archiveId": "vf0qp8", "slug": "texas-court-weighs-whether-smokable-hemp-can-stay-on-shelves-after-friday", "title": "Texas court weighs whether smokable hemp can stay on shelves after Friday", "excerpt": "The Texas hemp industry is asking a judge to suspend some of the state's new rules while businesses challenge the 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"Cleanup continues at a facility in South Houston after the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office said one worker was killed in a tar spill.", "content": "Cleanup continues at a facility in South Houston after the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office said one worker was killed in a tar spill.", "url": "", "image": "https://cdn.abcotvs.com/dip/images/19007028_tank-facility-spill-img.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-02T02:00:33.312Z", "source": "ABC13 Houston", "sourceType": "news", "author": "\n ", "localScore": 30, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "fire", "briefingScore": 160, "type": "news" }, { "id": 5, "archiveId": "l3dj2p", "slug": "harris-county-da-to-law-enforcement-lab-testing-limits-charges-that-can-be-filed-involving-thc-vape-", "title": "Harris County DA to law enforcement: Lab testing limits charges that can be filed involving THC vape pens", "excerpt": "The Harris County District Attorney's office has issued new guidance 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