Houston airports anticipate 4.5 million travelers for World Cup
Published: June 13, 2026 12:00
Travel experts say Houstonians should plan ahead for crowds if traveling through the airports.
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1587: Early Warplanes
Published: June 13, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1587 In which airplanes gradually learn to wage war. Today, we turn plowshares into swords.
Houston soccer fans celebrate historic U.S. victory in 2026 World Cup opener
Published: June 13, 2026 04:06
A total of seven World Cup matches will be played in Houston, beginning with Sunday's game between Germany and Curaçao.
Gov. Greg Abbott spells out vision for fourth term at Republican state convention in Houston
Published: June 12, 2026 22:13
Abbott pledged to spend at least $25 million to flip Harris County from blue to red. His legislative priorities include restricting further growth in property taxes, closing the stateâs primary system, banning Islamic religious law across the state, andâŚ
Lina Hidalgo says her heat concerns went ignored before FIFA Fan Festival hospitalizations
Published: June 12, 2026 21:57
Harris County's top elected official also claimed she had been denied access to NRG Stadium until two days before the start of the World Cup. The county owns the stadium, which is under FIFA control during the soccer tournament.
Hereâs where things stand with New World screwworm in Texas
Published: June 12, 2026 21:10
Eight cases have now been confirmed in Texas as officials expand surveillance efforts, release millions of sterile flies and mobilize resources to stop the flesh-eating parasite from spreading.
Texas rural hospital organization to end contracts with UnitedHealthcare over âunsustainableâ rates
Published: June 12, 2026 21:08
TORCH CIN, a physician-hospital organization representing 45 rural and community hospitals across Texas, announced Friday it will end its contracts with UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company over "unsustainable" reimbursement rates. The leader of TORCH CINâŚ
Two Houston-area residents plead guilty to falsifying wastewater testing results
Published: June 12, 2026 20:34
The falsified results included illegal levels of ammonia, E. coli and phosphorus, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (June 12, 2026)
Published: June 12, 2026 20:28
For our busy Houston commuters, we have â The Commuter Cut â a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Above-average humidity in Houston to push heat index over 100 degrees before rainy start to next week
Published: June 12, 2026 19:32
The maximum heat index, or feels-like temperature, is forecast to reach 109 on Friday, 106 on Saturday and 105 on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
Hello Houston (June 12, 2026)
Published: June 12, 2026 18:59
Today: We talk with Democratic candidate for Texas Governor Gina Hinojosa, learn about the Garden Theatreâs âMusical Theatre Extravaganza,â and discuss the FIFA World Cup with former Houston Dynamo player Mike Chabala.
1 dead, 11 victims reported in Midland shooting; gunman also dead, police say
Published: June 12, 2026 16:42
At least one person was killed and others were injured in a shooting across Midland on Friday morning. The suspected gunman also died after a standoff, according to authorities.
Houston ISD board postpones vote on 2026-27 budget
Published: June 12, 2026 16:04
The districtâs state-appointed board of managers opted to delay voting on the $2 billion proposed budget. The vote has been rescheduled for June 25, less than a week before a deadline.
A shuttle bus to Buc-eeâs during the World Cup: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
Published: June 12, 2026 16:00
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the weekâs news and decides if theyâre good, bad, or ugly.
3,321 homeless people were counted in Houston area in 2026 as city recalibrates initiative to help them
Published: June 12, 2026 14:06
The total number of people living on the streets or in shelters held steady for the sixth year in a row. Mayor John Whitmireâs administration is shifting its goal from âending street homelessnessâ to âreducingâ it.
YETI co-founder among owners of West Texas ranch facilitating border wall construction
Published: June 12, 2026 13:32
Public records show Ryan Seiders, co-founder of global lifestyle and outdoor brand YETI, is one of the owners of the Moody Bennett Ranch in the state's Big Bend region. The ranch, which lies in the path of the Trump administration's planned border wall,âŚ
Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland
Published: June 12, 2026 13:23
The stateâs environmental regulator will hold a public hearing June 15 on its proposed rules for how the toxic wastewater can be reused. Hereâs what you should know.
How to watch soccer (June 12, 2026)
Published: June 12, 2026 11:00
On Friday's show: We learn why the head of the Harris County Flood Control District has resigned. An author explains everything there is to know about soccer. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1586: Topsellâs Beasts
Published: June 12, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1586 Topsellâs history of four-footed beasts and serpents. Today, a zoology book.
Congoâs soccer team arrives in Houston, where the Texas heat impacted a crowded FIFA Fan Festival
Published: June 12, 2026 03:09
On the first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Houston's fan festival reached its 7,500-person capacity and multiple people were reportedly hospitalized with heat-related illnesses.
Texas Republicans press for local control over spread of AI data centers on first day of convention in Houston
Published: June 12, 2026 02:14
The proposed language by the partyâs Legislative Priorities Committee appears to have strong support from rural delegates, but it potentially stands at odds with the priorities of Gov. Greg Abbott and other state leaders.
Former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner pleads guilty to role in arson scheme
Published: June 11, 2026 23:13
The popular restaurant in Houston's Third Ward filed for bankruptcy and closed in 2024 after its lease was terminated, according to bankruptcy court records.
Galveston sends off beloved Dutch Orange Bus ahead of Netherlandsâ 2026 FIFA World Cup opener
Published: June 11, 2026 20:58
The colorful bus is an essential tradition for Dutch soccer fans worldwide as fans typically march behind the bus to celebrate before and after their national team's soccer matches.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (June 11, 2026)
Published: June 11, 2026 20:00
For our busy Houston commuters, we have â The Commuter Cut â a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Karmelo Anthony appeals Collin County murder conviction
Published: June 11, 2026 19:49
Anthony, who is Black, has appealed his recent murder conviction for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf, who was white, at a high school track meet last year. None of the jurors were Black.
Here are the rules for World Cup soccer as explained by the University of Houstonâs team
Published: June 11, 2026 19:27
The 2026 FIFA World Cup institutes a few new rules, including mandatory cooling breaks. Hereâs everything you need to know as the tournament kicks off.
Harris County flood control director resigns amid pressure to address looming project deadlines
Published: June 11, 2026 19:01
Tina Petersen, who had been publicly criticized by County Judge Lina Hidalgo, submitted her resignation letter after county commissioners heard an update on post-Hurricane Harvey flood bond projects.
Hello Houston (June 11, 2026)
Published: June 11, 2026 18:50
Today: We discuss the future of the Texas Dream Act, learn about the lesser-known facts of Galvestonâs history with the authors of âSecret Galveston,â talk with pianist Alfredo Rodriguez about his concert âHavana Grooves,â and more.
The ultimate guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston
Published: June 11, 2026 14:09
Hereâs everything you need to know about the international soccer tournament in Houston, from free watch parties to transportation tips.
James Talarico launches Spanish-language World Cup TV ad
Published: June 11, 2026 13:38
The more than $800,000 ad buy â the first by either candidate in the general election â continues the Austin Democratâs push to win Latino voters as his race against GOP nominee Ken Paxton ramps up.
Some Big Bend National Park projects in limbo amid shifting border wall plans
Published: June 11, 2026 13:30
Repairs to vital infrastructure were abruptly put on hold with little explanation, impacting the park's most popular area.
Judge recommends medical parole for inmate who had been on Texas death row for 47 years
Published: June 11, 2026 13:22
Clarence Curtis Jordan, who is intellectually disabled and had no legal representation for decades, was resentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole.
Fredericksburg peaches may be harder to find this year following another warm winter
Published: June 11, 2026 13:14
Trees in the Texas Hill Country have been consistently stressed by a lack of chill hours during the winter, leading to small crops in the summer.
After divisive U.S. Senate runoff, Texas Republicans seek unity at state convention in Houston
Published: June 11, 2026 13:08
Now that the party's nominees are set for the general election, Texas Republicans are shifting their focus to defeating Democrats in November. The 2026 Republican Party of Texas State Convention runs through Saturday.
STAAR test results (June 11, 2026)
Published: June 11, 2026 11:00
On Thursdayâs show: STAAR test results are out. We learn how Houston-area schools fared. And we find out if the City of Houston passed its $7.5 billion proposed budget, which would include a $5 trash pickup fee.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2603: Correlation
Published: June 11, 2026 05:01
Episode: 2603 Correlation and Risk: When more egg baskets donât help. Today, eggs and baskets.
City of Houston passes Whitmireâs $7.5 billion budget for fiscal year 2027
Published: June 10, 2026 22:36
Houston City Council approved Mayor John Whitmireâs budget with a vote of 15 to 1. Council Member Edward Pollard, the sole ânoâ vote, argued the plan was âfiscally irresponsible.â
STAAR scores are out. Houston ISD posts strongest gains in Algebra I and English I
Published: June 10, 2026 22:20
Scores for the statewide annual assessment, STAAR, were released Wednesday. Houston ISDâs scores largely mirror statewide trends.
FIFA turned NRG Stadium into âHouston Stadium.â Hereâs an exclusive look inside
Published: June 10, 2026 21:54
Ahead of the first World Cup match in Houston on June 14 between Germany and Curaçao, NRG Stadium has been turned into a FIFA fanâs dream. Houston Public Media got a look at the field, locker rooms, and more.
Introducing âAfter the Flood,â a podcast about the 2025 disaster in the Texas Hill Country
Published: June 10, 2026 21:26
Reporters have been following survivors as they rebuild their lives in the aftermath of one of the deadliest floods in state history.
Brazoria County passes resolution outlining requirements for future data centers
Published: June 10, 2026 20:52
The guidelines include that any future data center or related industry in the Houston-area county must safeguard electric grid reliability, water and energy usage, agricultural land and public infrastructure.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (June 10, 2026)
Published: June 10, 2026 20:36
For our busy Houston commuters, we have â The Commuter Cut â a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
League city council cracks down on public camping, panhandling after increase in homeless encampments
Published: June 10, 2026 20:29
The city now requires written permission to camp on private property and puts limits on what is allowed in public spaces, such as abandoned or unattended personal property.
Hello Houston (June 10, 2026)
Published: June 10, 2026 19:52
Today: We discuss the latest on Texas Childrenâs Hospitalâs planned detransition clinic, talk with actor Adam Brett about the national tour of âCLUE,â learn about an upcoming film screening celebrating Juneteenth, and more.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo proposing mental health leave policy for all county employees
Published: June 10, 2026 19:36
In 2023, Hidalgo took a two-month leave of absence from her role as the county's top elected official to receive treatment for clinical depression at an inpatient care facility outside of Texas.
Gov. Greg Abbott calls for Texas energy regulators to rein in data centers
Published: June 10, 2026 17:38
The governor said the PUCT and ERCOT must take steps to prevent the cost of data center infrastructure from being passed on to electricity customers.
Weeks before Texas screwworm cases, state lawmakers were warned of devastating consequences
Published: June 10, 2026 16:06
State officials and researchers warned Texas lawmakers in May that New World screwworm was advancing toward the state and could carry a billion-dollar economic toll.
Brazoria County sheriff fires deputy who shot and killed teenager
Published: June 10, 2026 14:16
An investigation into the June 1 fatal shooting of John Mendoza Jr., 18, remains ongoing.
Texas rule targeting smokable hemp is back in effect, but enforcement is unclear
Published: June 10, 2026 13:43
The Texas Fifteenth Court of Appeals has cleared the way for new Department of State Health Services rules governing hemp products to take effect again, including higher fees for businesses and limits on the sale of THCA flower and concentrates. But DSHSâŚ
Texasâ charter school boom may soon bust, experts caution
Published: June 10, 2026 13:39
Texasâ charters continued growing this school year, but the pace slowed. Experts warn that the enrollment drop facing traditional school districts could also affect charters.
Texas cattle association urges vigilance, not panic, over screwworm outbreak
Published: June 10, 2026 13:31
The head of the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association says ranchers should report suspected screwworm cases quickly and not panic as Texas responds to the outbreak.
Parents of girls who died at Camp Mystic want their day in court. A judge must decide if they get it
Published: June 10, 2026 13:26
Camp Mystic faces five wrongful death lawsuits. It wants to resolve them out of court, through arbitration.
Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years in fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at Frisco track meet
Published: June 10, 2026 13:18
A Collin County jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high school track meet last year.
The week in politics (June 10, 2026)
Published: June 10, 2026 11:00
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And writer Lauren Hough discusses a rambling cross-country road trip she took with her dog, which she recounts in her latest book.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2893: The Magic on Batteries
Published: June 10, 2026 05:01
Episode: 2893 How the batteries work; The electrodes and electrolytes; The Wonders of Electrochemistry. Today, the magic of batteries.
Northwest Houston animal rescue faces financial challenges after power lines are cut
Published: June 9, 2026 22:16
The Houston Police Departmentâs Media Relations Office said a motive has not been established after an online police report was filed.
Texas teen convicted of murder for stabbing another athlete at a high school track meet
Published: June 9, 2026 20:46
Anthony, now 19, faces up to life in prison after a brief sentencing hearing in which his mother was the only witness. His lawyer had an arm around him when the guilty verdict was announced.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (June 9, 2026)
Published: June 9, 2026 20:00
For our busy Houston commuters, we have â The Commuter Cut â a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Hello Houston (June 9, 2026)
Published: June 9, 2026 19:23
Today: We discuss a new study that looks at how residents view their communities, learn about a new contemporary dance double bill from ISHISA Dance Company, break down Houstonâs growing apartment market, and more.
Texas AG Ken Paxton opens investigation into FIFA over 2026 World Cup ticket sales
Published: June 9, 2026 18:00
The investigation comes days before World Cup matches begin in Texas. Paxton says some fans may have been misled about seat locations when purchasing tickets.
NASA announces all-male crew for upcoming Artemis III mission, slated for next year
Published: June 9, 2026 17:47
Coming on the heels of the historic mission around the moon and back earlier this yearâwhich brought the first woman in lunar territoryâNASA has picked a racially diverse albeit all-male crew for next yearâs mission in low Earth orbit.
USDA rebukes Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller over screwworm comments
Published: June 9, 2026 15:38
Federal officials say rapid reporting is critical to stopping the flesh-eating parasite from becoming established in Texas. Miller suggested some ranchers may hesitate to report cases because of quarantine restrictions.
Texas Republicans won by going all-in on MAGA. Now they have to sell it to everyone else
Published: June 9, 2026 14:21
Some political scientists in the state believe going all-in on MAGA may have drawn a line in the sand, potentially hampering how well GOP nominees attract swing voters.
Screwworm detections in Texas grow amid expanding response
Published: June 9, 2026 13:17
New cases involving a calf in La Salle County and a goat in Gillespie County bring Texas' total to five confirmed detections in less than a week. Federal officials are also investigating an infested dog linked to New Mexico and Mexico.
Where new data centers hope to open (June 9, 2026)
Published: June 9, 2026 11:00
On Tuesday's show: Where do large data centers plan to open across the state? Information from ERCOT shows there are some hot spots.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3380: Ergodicity
Published: June 9, 2026 05:01
Episode: 3380 What underlies a term from physics: Ergodic (or Ergodicity). Today, let us steal a word from physics.
Historic Elissa ship leaves Galveston for voyage across the country
Published: June 8, 2026 21:29
The 1877 âtall shipâ Elissa is a square-rigged iron barque that currently serves as a floating museum in Galveston. However, sheâs still in shape to sail. The voyage is part of Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate theâŚ
Housing Alliance HTX to open public housing waitlist this month
Published: June 8, 2026 21:02
When the application period closes on July 6, Housing Alliance HTX will select applicants through a randomized lottery system. Applicants can expect to be notified of their lottery status in late July.
Houstonians report difficulties paying energy bills, UH Hobby School survey finds
Published: June 8, 2026 20:53
About one in eight survey respondents spend more than 10% of their annual income on energy costs.
Worldâs largest data center market? One Houston-area suburb prepares for Texasâ tech boom
Published: June 8, 2026 20:44
Texas is poised to become the world's largest data center market in the next four years, according to the Data Center Coalition. But the vast expansion of data centers in the state has drawn growing concerns from residents and elected officials in theâŚ
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (June 8, 2026)
Published: June 8, 2026 20:00
For our busy Houston commuters, we have â The Commuter Cut â a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
USDA confirms two more New World screwworm cases in Texas
Published: June 8, 2026 19:52
The latest cases involve a calf in La Salle County, about 90 miles south of San Antonio and roughly 50 miles from the Mexican border, and a dog in Andrews County in West Texas near the New Mexico border, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Houston man charged in killing of father attempting to recover sonâs stolen vehicle
Published: June 8, 2026 18:48
Another man was also shot, but survived his injuries. Law enforcement advocates have noted that Hogan had violated his parole for a previous assault conviction.
Hello Houston (June 8, 2026)
Published: June 8, 2026 18:46
Today: Members of the Houston Peopleâs Budget Campaign discuss their amendment proposals to Mayor Whitmireâs city budget plan, we learn about H.R. 2616 and why PEN America is against it, and former U.S. ambassador Chase Untermeyer discusses his new roleâŚ
âShovels, not scapegoatsâ: Texas GLO says Harris County may have no chance of meeting flood project deadlines
Published: June 8, 2026 18:27
Buckingham criticized Hidalgo for creating setbacks through disagreements with Harris County Flood Control District leadership on project delays. She said commissioners court created arbitrary procedures by compelling the flood control district to addressâŚ
Two more Texas screwworm infections found in animals far apart, USDA says
Published: June 8, 2026 15:03
The USDA has announced plans to increase sterile fly production in plants outside the U.S. while it builds a fly factory in Texas.
More than 91,000 fans attended Argentina-Honduras soccer match at Texas A&Mâs Kyle Field
Published: June 8, 2026 14:07
Tens of thousands of fans packed College Station to watch the reigning defenders of the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy play at Kyle Field.
Local Texas election officials await appointment of new secretary of state as midterm preparations ramp up
Published: June 8, 2026 13:34
After Jane Nelson's unexpected resignation, local election leaders worry her successor could complicate midterm election administration. Gov. Greg Abbott hasn't yet named a replacement.
Texasâ health care workforce has increased 123% in 30 years. State officials say it isnât enough
Published: June 8, 2026 13:22
Health care is the largest and fastest growing industry in Texas â but the workforce isn't growing fast enough to meet increasing demand. Workforce shortages are getting worse, according to testimony from state officials during a House Committee on PublicâŚ
Two Texans cleared of hantavirus risk after period of isolation
Published: June 8, 2026 13:18
The two Texas residents monitored for hantavirus have been cleared by Texas Department of State Health Services.
How grocery stores influence neighborhoods (June 8, 2026)
Published: June 8, 2026 11:00
On Monday's show: We look at how grocery store locations can affect food insecurity for Houston residents.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3379: Gestalt
Published: June 8, 2026 05:01
Episode: 3379 A look at the overarching meaning of the word "Gestalt." Today, a curious word: Gestalt.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1585: Dissonance
Published: June 7, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1585 In which the elephant Prathida teaches me about dissonance and Christmas. Today, dissonance, elephants, and the holiday season.
What Texas pet owners need to know about New World screwworm
Published: June 6, 2026 17:30
There are at least two confirmed cases found in South Texas. What can you do to protect your pets?