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Finding Shackleton's ship (Oct. 23, 2026)
On Friday's show: We recap the Harris County Judge debate. And maritime archaeologist Mensun Bound details his 2022 expedition that led to the discovery of "Endurance," explorer Ernest Shackleton's wooden ship that was lost in 1915 during an expedition to reach the South Pole....
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Harris County Judge candidates face off in debate over ICE, Flock cameras, and the future of the Astrodome
In a debate presented by Houston Public Media, both candidates agreed that Harris County should branch out and expand their relationships with other elected bodies — but they differed in how that looks in practice....
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FIEL calls for Miguel Parra-Hernandez’s release after ICE SUV collision
FIEL and community members held a vigil Thursday calling for the release of Miguel Parra-Hernandez, who was struck by an ICE agent’s SUV in northwest Harris County earlier this month....
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Crash during ICE pursuit in Northwest Harris County sparks conflicting accounts from family, federal agents
Two conflicting accounts emerge about an early morning crash between ICE agents and a truck driver in Northwest Harris County, one from a federal agency and one from the man’s family.The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said the incident happened around 6:41 a.m. Tuesday in the......
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Harris County early voting sets records, but most haven't voted
Early voting in Harris County got off to a record-setting start, but the vast majority of registered voters have yet to cast a ballot.
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Harris County breaks early voting records as Senate race heats up
Harris County is leading the state of Texas in early voting, posting record-breaking numbers ahead of Election Day.As of the latest figures, at least 362,534 people in Harris County have already cast their ballots. By comparison, Dallas County has recorded close to 199,000......
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ICE agents involved in Harris County crash; man taken to hospital, DHS releases statement
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were involved in a minor crash in Harris County on Thursday morning while attempting to apprehend a man, officials say....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 22, 2026)
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.
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Crash victims speak out against Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt over uninsured accident
Two women say a September crash involving Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt turned their lives upside down — and they want accountability.The accidentOn Sept. 18, Tina Uribe and Amanda Byford say they were both struck by Wyatt’s vehicle on Interstate 45 in what witnesses and......
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Hello Houston (October 22, 2026)
Today: We spotlight the Harris County Judge debate that Houston Public Media is hosting tonight, break down the elections for the Texas State Board of Education, and unpack NFL quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis. Plus, “Current Obsessions.”...
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Former Fort Bend County constable deputy indicted for theft, tampering
In March, Lister ran in the Democratic primary for Fort Bend County Treasurer and placed fourth among five candidates.