Election’s effect on the economy (Nov. 9, 2026)
On Monday's show: We discuss how the election results might affect the Houston economy. And we consider how state government might operate once powers are split between the political parties.
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Austin will retool APD’s policies on cooperating with ICE after Abbott’s election loss
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis will change the department's general orders ahead of Gina Hinojosa's takeover of the governor's office....
business
Federal THC ban threatens Texas businesses
Beginning Dec. 11, a new federal ban on hemp-derived THC products will make drinkable hemp illegal to sell in Texas.
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Gov.-elect Hinojosa wants to expand Medicaid in Texas. An executive order won’t make that happen
Texas Dems may craft a state “trigger bill” to activate Medicaid expansion if Congress repeals costly Trump administration restrictions.
government
Texans wait months for psychiatric hospital beds as new state report reveals mental health care backlogs
More than 1,600 Texans are waiting for psychiatric hospital beds, and some are facing delays lasting months, according to a newly released state report highlighting ongoing challenges in Texas’ mental health care system. The 27-page report from the Texas Health and Human Services...
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Alief shooting: Male found shot in southwest Houston near Bissonnet Street
A shooting in Alief has left a young man hospitalized in critical condition as the Houston police try to piece together what happened.
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Do you talk to yourself as ‘I,’ ‘you’ or ‘we’? A question on X sparks debate
A question on X about how people speak to themselves in their inner monologues drew thousands of responses. The post asked whether people address themselves as “you,” “we” or “I.” Some said they use “you” when they’ve done something wrong, while others use “we” when reflecting on...
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Katy bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash going to work, driver charged
A woman riding her bike to work late Sunday evening is dead after being hit by a vehicle along a Katy roadway, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office....
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Holiday airfare prices are soaring: How to save on Thanksgiving and Christmas flights
Travelers planning to fly for Thanksgiving or Christmas may want to book soon. Average round-trip airfare for Thanksgiving is about $402, 30% higher than a year ago, while Christmas fares average $452. Airfares could rise further as the holidays approach, particularly within two ...
Local
Tracking another wave of showers moving into Houston Monday
More rain Monday: While not a wash out, your commute will likely stay rainy through the day Monday. Watch for widespread rain into southeast Texas, and some of the steady rain coming during the morning and evening commutes. Early Week Forecast: Some of the showers will linger int...
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Harassment doesn’t end when the ride does: Study reveals hidden toll on gig workers
For rideshare drivers, delivery workers and others earning money through gig apps, an uncomfortable encounter with a customer may not end when the job is finished. A new study involving researchers from Rice University, George Mason University and Texas A&M University found that ...