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View allDisappointed by Trump, dubious of Talarico: This Rio Grande Valley health official mulls his midterm vote
Dr. Ivan Melendez aligned with Democrats for years before moving to the right in recent elections. Ahead of the midterms, he’s weighing his options.
Halloween temperatures in Houston have been trending hotter. Here’s what the data shows.
Historic weather data from the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration shows the city’s average fall temperatures have increased by about 4.4 degrees Fahrenheit since 1970.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy charged with sexual assault of a minor
Details regarding the allegations against Cowley were not immediately available given the nature of the charge.
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All in Local AIHello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 29, 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.
Hello Houston (October 29, 2026)
Today: We investigate the mysterious transgender advocacy pamphlets and texts that were sent across Texas, discuss a controversial campaign ad in Fort Bend County, and learn about a mobile health unit designed to provide care to women in rural communities.
Panhandle Republican group wants all Texas ballots hand counted in the Nov. 3 election
The Potter County Republican Party lawsuit argues, without providing proof, that voting machines could be vulnerable. Texas law already requires a portion of paper ballots to be hand counted.
Remembering Dolores Huerta (Oct. 29, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We reflect on the life and legacy of labor activist Dolores Huerta. And we discuss the increasingly difficult task of maintaining decorum in politics.
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All in Business of AIHigh housing costs cut into Texans’ income gains in 2025, new Census data shows
Incomes grew in some parts of the state and fell in others, according to new U.S. Census Bureau figures. Meanwhile, homeowners are paying more to keep a roof over their heads.
Panhandle Republican group wants all Texas ballots hand counted in the Nov. 3 election
The Potter County Republican Party lawsuit argues, without providing proof, that voting machines could be vulnerable. Texas law already requires a portion of paper ballots to be hand counted.
Texas AG’s office labels get-out-the-vote ads discriminatory for focus on Black, Latino and Asian voters
The Harris County ads, which urged social media users to make a plan to vote, must be halted or changed, an agency lawsuit said.
Texas elections aren’t official until they get certified. Here’s how it works.
The typically low-key process has come under scrutiny since Jan. 6 rioters sought to halt certification of the 2020 presidential election.