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View allArtemis II crew members close out their historic chapter with celebration in Houston
In their first public event in Space City, the four astronauts who flew around the moon and back were celebrated as hometown heroes. They called the ceremony, which was their final one in the immediate aftermath of the mission, bittersweet.
Astros players criticize booing fans: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
Betting that Abbott will soon restore funding, some Texas agencies accept Flock’s offer to keep cameras on
Some local officials have suggested they expect Abbott will reinstate funding for the surveillance cameras, which are politically unpopular, after the election.
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All in Local AIHello Houston – LIVE at Houston’s Original Greek Festival (October 2, 2026)
Today: We broadcast from the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral to break down all the sights and sounds of this decades-long Houston area celebration of Greek culture.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 2, 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.
Houston Comets’ return takes shape as franchise prepares for 2027 WNBA season
The original Houston Comets team folded in 2008 after twelve years of operation, including four championship runs.
How Mike Morath’s agency helped get an AI tool in Texas public school classrooms
The State Board of Education raised concerns about Alpha School's AI tool. Then the Texas Education Agency helped pilot it in public school districts.
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All in Business of AIICE officer shoots, injures man in Austin, officials say
The shooting in Austin, which injured Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, came more than two months after an ICE officer fatally shot a man in Houston.
Federal judge pauses Texas Republicans’ bid to close primaries
U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk said in his ruling that he expects Republicans to succeed in restricting primaries to voters registered with the party during the next legislative session.
Feds reimburse Texas for $7.5 billion in border spending, ending delay
The grant program was created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which became law in July 2025.
T-Squared: Erin Thornton establishes the John Thornton Founding Fund
Her $1 million gift — including a $500k match — honors Tribune Founder John Thornton's vision, and asks the next generation to see themselves as founders too.