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Week of stormy weather (April 21, 2026)
Published: April 21, 2026 11:00
On Tuesday's show: Fresh off of a weekend of localized flooding and a big drop in temperatures, Houston faces another week of stormy weather. Houston Chronicle meteorologist Justin Ballard joins us for a forecast.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2638: Artificial Gravity
Published: April 21, 2026 05:01
Episode: 2638 Artificial Gravity for Human Spaceflight; What is Gained, What is Lost. Today, astronaut Michael Barratt discusses the pros and cons of artificial gravity.
The Onion says itâs finally acquired Alex Jonesâ Austin-based Infowars
Published: April 20, 2026 21:17
Jones said last month that his flagship program was circling the drain.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department closes last open oyster harvest area in Galveston Bay
Published: April 20, 2026 21:07
Harvest area closures can occur after the area has been harvested a lot, but can also be driven by environmental impacts such as flooding and drought, which negatively impact oyster populations.
Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found dismembered in his car
Published: April 20, 2026 20:39
Los Angeles prosecutors said Monday that the 21-year-old singer whose legal name is David Burke was charged with first-degree murder in the killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. She was 13 when her family last saw her in 2024 and she was last heard from inâŚ
Harris County has a higher rate of tuberculosis than the state and the nation, report finds
Published: April 20, 2026 20:35
Though rates of tuberculosis have remained relatively stable in recent years, Harris County still surpasses the state- and nationwide averages, with 5.5 cases per 100,000 people.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (April 20, 2026)
Published: April 20, 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.
Hello Houston (April 20, 2026)
Published: April 20, 2026 20:12
Today: We discuss the changing outlook for clean energy in Texas, explore whatâs behind the changes in school enrollment across Houston, learn about the non-profit design house Magpies & Peacocks, and more.
Heavy rain possible for Houston area, potential localized flooding
Published: April 20, 2026 18:42
At the beginning of April, all of Harris County was considered to be in a moderate drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. However, according to the current drought map, which is updated every Thursday, the percentage of Harris County considered toâŚ
Houston Mayor John Whitmireâs new podcast costs up to $60,000 in taxpayer money
Published: April 20, 2026 17:56
According to documents obtained through a public records request, the podcast producer didnât have to submit a competitive bid. The purchase came from city dollars, not Whitmireâs campaign coffers.
Businesses race to apply for tariff refunds
Published: April 20, 2026 15:38
Exactly two months after the Supreme Court struck down most of President Trump's tariffs, businesses that paid those levies began requesting refunds Monday.
Trump picks top Texas health official for CDC deputy director
Published: April 20, 2026 13:13
Dr. Jennifer Shuford has led the Department of State Health Services in Texas since 2022 after serving as the state's chief epidemiologist and helping to lead the COVID-19 response here.
State hemp rules are currently blocked. A court will decide this week whether to extend the ban.
Published: April 20, 2026 11:00
A temporary restraining order on Texas rules effectively banning the manufacture and sale of consumable hemp products in the state is due to expire Friday. A district court in Travis County will hear evidence on Thursday as it considers whether to enjoinâŚ
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1560: Narrow Perception
Published: April 20, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1560 In which we âlookâ at the world through a narrow slit. Today, we look at the world through a narrow slit.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1559: The Oldest Technology
Published: April 19, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1559 Music-making: the first technology. Today, we look for the oldest technology.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1558: We Oâercome by Art
Published: April 18, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1558 Mastered by nature, we oâercome by art â then as now. Today, an old debate in a new arena.
HPD Lieutenant arrested for alleged solicitation of a minor
Published: April 17, 2026 21:32
Online solicitation of a minor is a second-degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
Texas families will soon find out if theyâve won the school voucher lottery
Published: April 17, 2026 20:59
Families in the first tier of the lottery -- low- and middle-income students with disabilities -- may be notified as early as next week if theyâve qualified for voucher funds, according to a spokesperson for the program, who says the majority of applicantsâŚ
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (April 17, 2026)
Published: April 17, 2026 20:55
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.
Goose Creek CISD counselor charged for alleged improper relationship with student
Published: April 17, 2026 20:32
Lorinda Bocardo, 43, is accused of making sexual contact with a minor enrolled at the Houston-area school where she worked.
âGo for number twoâ: What happened with the toilet on Artemis II and whatâs next for extraterrestrial commodes
Published: April 17, 2026 20:22
For the entirety of the Artemis II mission, the use of a space toilet caught the public eye, both when it worked properly and when it didnât. NASA may have to make some changes to the system for future missions.
Hello Houston (April 17, 2026)
Published: April 17, 2026 20:17
Today: We simulcast with WLRN Public Media in Miami to discuss redistricting, discuss Inprintâs Poetry Buskers program for National Poetry Month, learn about the work of the Texas Historic Tree Coalition, and more.
Texas needs at least $174 billion to avoid water crisis, state says
Published: April 17, 2026 19:40
That new amount is more than double the amount predicted four years ago. The new forecast comes as supply is already drying up.
George Foreman laid to rest in Iowa, drawn by a peaceful 1988 visit
Published: April 17, 2026 19:34
The family explained in a statement released by Sioux City officials that he had visited the Iowa city in 1988, and often recalled the sense of peace he experienced there.
Harris County commissioner directs county attorneyâs office to develop ICE coordination guidelines
Published: April 17, 2026 19:17
Houston City Council member Abbie Kamin, an orchestrator of a controversial city ordinance regarding police coordination with federal immigration agents, was appointed Thursday as interim county attorney.
Police search for man charged with murder in death of pregnant Houston woman
Published: April 17, 2026 17:41
Kevin Faux, 24, was convicted in February of assaulting a family member, 23-year-old Ashanti Allen. She was reported missing last week by Texas EquuSearch.
Ken Paxton leads John Cornyn by 8 percentage points among likely GOP primary runoff voters, poll finds
Published: April 17, 2026 16:21
The new poll, conducted on behalf of Texas Public Opinion Research, shows that even an endorsement by President Donald Trump would not help Cornyn enough to close the gap with Paxton.
Trump vs. The Pope: A Political and Spiritual Showdown
Published: April 17, 2026 16:13
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
âI just lost my confidence in youâ: Lina Hidalgo grills flood control director over delayed bond projects
Published: April 17, 2026 14:28
The $2.5 billion flood bond approved by Harris County voters in 2018 â which has since been encumbered by an 8% inflationary cost increase â immediately presented hurdles for county engineers and flood control staffers since it was created to have aâŚ
Conversion therapy is legal. Therapists are torn on whether this will help LGBTQ+ Texans
Published: April 17, 2026 13:29
The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled conversion therapy is free speech. Some LGBTQ+ advocates say the ruling applies to gender-affirming therapy, too, while others say the courts wonât protect them.
Big Bend residents and national environmental group sue Trump administration over border wall plan
Published: April 17, 2026 13:17
A West Texas river guide and church preservation group, along with a national advocacy group, argue in a lawsuit filed Thursday that the administration illegally bypassed a range of environmental protection laws as it plans a 175-mile stretch of borderâŚ
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1556: The Manual Arts
Published: April 17, 2026 05:01
Episode: 1556 In which we run out of manual arts teachers for our schools. Today, letâs work with our hands.
Houston-born singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing 14-year-old girl found dead in his Tesla
Published: April 17, 2026 02:25
The 21-year-old alt-pop singer whose legal name is David Burke had been under investigation by an LA County grand jury looking into the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Commissioners approve business accelerator initiative to expand child care accessibility in Harris County
Published: April 17, 2026 00:06
The demand for child care subsidies soared during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains on the rise. In Harris County, around 30,000 families are on a waitlist to receive state scholarships for child care services through the Texas Workforce Commission,âŚ
Gov. Abbott threatens to pull $2.5 million in grants to Austin over APDâs ICE rules
Published: April 16, 2026 22:36
This comes just days after Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into the city's policies for how the police department cooperates with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Houston is âone of the most well-preparedâ host cities for 2026 World Cup, FIFA officials say
Published: April 16, 2026 21:33
As part of a final briefing before the start of the World Cup in June, the Houston World Cup host committee presented FIFA officials with the latest updates on their preparation. FIFA says Houston has been a leader in preparation.
Houston mayor cancels special council meeting on HPD-ICE policy, says state deadline is extended
Published: April 16, 2026 21:24
The city, facing a threat from Gov. Greg Abbott to terminate more than $110 million in public safety grants, will now consider repealing the new ordinance at a regular council meeting on Wednesday.
Authorities search for human remains at property of man suspected in Texas Killing Fields deaths
Published: April 16, 2026 20:45
James Elmore, 61, was arrested late last month and faces charges of manslaughter and tampering with evidence in the deaths of two women south of Houston in the 1980s.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (April 16, 2026)
Published: April 16, 2026 20:18
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.
Houston stadium to again bear âReliantâ name after more than a decade
Published: April 16, 2026 19:55
The home of the Houston rodeo as well as the NFL's Houston Texans has been named NRG Stadium since 2014. During the upcoming World Cup, it will be referred to as âHouston Stadiumâ by FIFA.
Hello Houston (April 16, 2026)
Published: April 16, 2026 19:48
Today: We learn about Project Metis and its goal of making Houston a global leader in brain health innovation, talk with the stars of Monty Pythonâs SPAMALOT, share our latest Current Obsessions, and more.
John Cornyn wallops Ken Paxton in first quarter fundraising for U.S. Senate seat
Published: April 16, 2026 19:27
Both Republican candidates lagged far behind Democratic candidate James Talarico.
Harris County commissioners appoint Houston City Councilâs Abbie Kamin to serve as interim county attorney
Published: April 16, 2026 19:11
Kamin, a Democrat who is campaigning to serve as county attorney on a full-time basis, will begin serving in an interim capacity June 15.
Mobile lab surveys Fort Bend streets in countyâs first air quality initiative, tracking 1,000+ pollutants
Published: April 16, 2026 17:40
Fort Bend County does not have permanent, regulatory air monitors and the new study launched in April looks to measure a range of chemicals in real-time that can cause adverse health effects including respiratory and cardiac conditions.
After Abbottâs threat, Houston Mayor Whitmireâs influence faces test in his push to repeal HPD-ICE policy
Published: April 16, 2026 16:15
Itâs unclear if Whitmire has the votes he needs to repeal the ordinance on Friday. His administration added the matter to next weekâs city council agenda â which will be considered after Abbottâs deadline.
Texas oil and gas regulator Wayne Christian peddles oil-backed crypto coin
Published: April 16, 2026 13:51
Government watchdogs raised conflict-of-interests concerns, but Christian said his involvement in the venture is âseparateâ from his elected position on the Railroad Commission.
Judge expected to order Camp Mystic to preserve damaged cabins as planned reopening approaches
Published: April 16, 2026 13:11
The family of 8-year-old Cile Steward, whose body has not been found, said they are worried that evidence could be destroyed if Camp Mystic were to reopen this summer.
How Houston ended up segregated (April 16, 2026)
Published: April 16, 2026 11:00
On Thursday's show: A sociologist and author explains how cities, including Houston, ended up quite segregated racially, despite the victories of the civil rights movement.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2583: Children and Their Goals
Published: April 16, 2026 05:01
Episode: 2583 Children and their Goals. Today, president, pope, astronaut.
Hereâs what leaders across Texas are saying about Abbottâs fight with Houston city officials over ICE policy
Published: April 15, 2026 20:44
Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to withhold more than $110 million in public safety grants to the city of Houston over a new policy intended to cut back on coordination between the Houston Police Department and federal immigration officers.
Houston kicks off first-ever Fleet Week with parade of ships through Galveston Bay
Published: April 15, 2026 20:36
The weeklong Fleet Week celebration is set to bring multiple Navy and Coast Guard vessels as well as more than 1,000 sailors, Marines and Coast Guard members to Houston.
Magnolia mayor arrested, accused of assaulting a pregnant city employee during work trip
Published: April 15, 2026 20:32
Tarrant County records show Dantzer was booked into the jail there Wednesday after being arrested Tuesday in Montgomery County, where Magnolia is located.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (April 15, 2026)
Published: April 15, 2026 20:03
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.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick argues there is no separation of church and state in U.S. Constitution
Published: April 15, 2026 20:02
Patrick spoke as chair of President Donald Trump's Religious Liberty Commission, which is planning to make federal policy recommendations in May.
Mike Milesâ new guidelines for campus control prompts pushback from HISD board member
Published: April 15, 2026 19:45
In a rare, tense exchange between Houston ISDâs superintendent and a member of its state-appointed board, Angela Lemond Flowers wondered if increased autonomy for high-performing schools will lead to more partnerships with charter school networks.
Hello Houston (April 15, 2026)
Published: April 15, 2026 19:32
Today: We talk with a former U.S. diplomat about the latest developments on the war with Iran, learn about Galveston's FeatherFest event, and Houston City Council Member Abbie Kamin discusses Governor Abbottâs threat to cut city funding.
Democratic Republic of Congo sets World Cup base camp in Houston
Published: April 15, 2026 17:36
The Central African team will live and practice at a Houston training facility as something of a home away from home during the World Cup.
James Talarico raises record-breaking $27 million in first quarter for Senate bid
Published: April 15, 2026 16:11
The Austin Democratâs haul is the largest-ever sum for a Senate candidate â in any state â in the first quarter of an election year.
The Texas film industry is expanding. Are new incentives enough to make it competitive?
Published: April 15, 2026 15:53
A new state program will allocate hundreds of millions of dollars to in-state film and TV productions. But Texas is playing catch up with states like Georgia and New Mexico.
âNo peaceâ: Nearly a year after her sonâs death, she learned that ICE was responsible
Published: April 15, 2026 13:51
Ruben Ray Martinez is considered the first person to be killed by ICE during President Trump's second term. His mother believes his death could have been avoided.
Attorney for Houston-area man suspected in attack at Sam Altmanâs home says he was in âmental health crisisâ
Published: April 15, 2026 13:45
Daniel Moreno-Gama, 20, made his first court appearance on state charges with disheveled hair and wearing an orange jail uniform.
Texas cities try to address citizen anger over immigration crackdown without riling state leaders
Published: April 15, 2026 13:29
For much of President Donald Trumpâs second term, Texas city leaders have avoided opposing his immigration crackdown, but thatâs changing â and sparking tensions with the state.
The week in politics (April 15, 2026)
Published: April 15, 2026 11:00
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And artist Clarence Heyward uses the Garden of Eden story as an allegory for the African-American experience.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3253: Machine Learning
Published: April 15, 2026 05:01
Episode: 3253 Teaching Computers to Think. Today, Teaching a Computer.
Harris County commissioners to discuss county immigration guidelines after controversial city policy
Published: April 14, 2026 22:15
Commissioner Rodney Ellis plans to direct the Office of County Administration and the County Attorney's Office to come back with policy proposals on county immigration enforcement practices in June, a spokesperson said.
With plans to move to Houston, WNBAâs Connecticut Sun drafts four players after signing Brittney Griner
Published: April 14, 2026 20:31
Last month, the Sun reached a deal to sell the WNBA team to Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta and relocate to Houston, where Griner grew up.
Hello Houston â The Commuter Cut (April 14, 2026)
Published: April 14, 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.
What comes after Artemis II? Hereâs what to know about Artemis III and NASAâs lunar future
Published: April 14, 2026 19:52
With the Artemis II crew members back home in Houston following their historic journey to the moon, NASA is already preparing for its next mission in the Artemis program, launching as soon as next year.
Memorial City Mall to close ice rink this summer
Published: April 14, 2026 18:59
In response to the announced closure of one of the few year-round ice-skating options in the Houston region, residents started an online petition to try and keep the rink open.
Hello Houston (April 14, 2026)
Published: April 14, 2026 18:55
Today: We find out whatâs being planned for Houstonâs inaugural Fleet Week, learn about local non-profit the Divine Art Coalition, talk with candidate for Houston City Councilâs District C seat Nick Hellyar, and more.
Executive vice chancellor named the sole finalist to be Texas A&M president
Published: April 14, 2026 18:33
Ballabina initially served on the presidential search committee before recusing herself to apply for the job, according to the system, which said regents conducted a national search that produced a strong pool of candidates.
GOP nominee Daniel Wong sworn in as interim Fort Bend County judge days after KP George suspension
Published: April 14, 2026 15:00
In response to a civil lawsuit seeking George's removal from office, a Republican district court judge last week ordered George to be temporarily replaced by Wong, who is seeking election to the role.
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of South Texas says he will retire after bipartisan calls for expulsion
Published: April 14, 2026 13:29
His retirement announcement came just hours after Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California said he would be resigning from Congress as he also confronted allegations of sexual misconduct.
Judge temporarily reinstates women, minority-owned businesses into Texas HUB program
Published: April 14, 2026 13:21
A judge has sided against the state after acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock stripped women- and minority-owned businesses of their Historically Underutilized Business certifications in December.
Camp Mystic official says he didnât see flood warnings issued the day before storm hit
Published: April 14, 2026 13:13
Over several hours of sometimes emotional testimony at a court hearing packed with families of campers who were killed, Edward Eastland provided the most detailed description yet of how camp staff did or didn't respond as floodwaters along the GuadalupeâŚ