The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3409: Pickelhaube
Episode: 3409 We trace the long life of a silly helmet. Today, a puzzling headpiece.
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Judge V’s Bees make sweet honey in the Tre
Former federal judge Vanessa Gilmore, affectionately known as Judge V, could easily star in one of those old Dos Equis “Most Interesting [Person] in the World” commercials. Seriously, what hasn’t this amazing Black woman done? The Hampton University alumna has been an author of f...
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Texas turns blue: Black Houstonians say the work starts now
It’s official. Texas has turned blue. Historic Democratic victories and record midterm turnout have ushered in new political possibilities for Black Houstonians, but voters say elected officials must deliver on their campaign promises when they take office. Nearly 1.4 million vot...
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Jordan Coleman uncovers Houston food hidden gems
Jordan Coleman had $25 to her name when she pulled up to Chef Jay Eats & Treats, a takeout counter in north Houston. Laid off from a legal administrative job and driving for Uber, she spent it on a meal she planned to film. The video drew nearly 1 million views. The owner emailed...
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Texas Democrats sweep statewide races, end Republican dominance
While much of the attention in Texas’ historic election centered on the victories of gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico, Democrats also made sweeping gains in other statewide races, capturing offices Republicans had controlled for decad...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2647: The Give and Take of Internet Shopping
Episode: 2647 The Give and Take of Internet Shopping. Today, getting to know you.
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Texas Artist of the Year Revealed In a Rollicking Houston Art Night With 400 A-Listers, Collectors and a Hometown Star
Like the true art lovers they are, Art League Houston’s Re/Mix Gala attendees put their most cutting-edge selves forward to celebrate the top movers and shakers in the Texas art world and reveal the Texas Artist of the Year. The sold-out evening, co-chaired by Daisy Perez and Sar...
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5 things in almost every Black household
Walk into a Black home in Houston, Atlanta, Detroit, or Oakland, and something feels familiar before anyone says hello. A bag stuffed with more bags sits under the kitchen sink. A blue tin on the closet shelf holds no cookies. A jar of Vaseline is within arm’s reach, and a glass ...
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Neveah Figueroa steps up for Prairie View A&M women’s golf team
PRAIRIE VIEW – This past spring, Neveah Figueroa had an experience like she never thought she would have when the Prairie View A&M women’s golf team came out of nowhere to capture the SWAC Championship. Neveah Figueroa. Credit: Prairie View athletics Now, it’s all about capturing...
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Texas Republicans redrew Houston's 9th District. Why did a Democrat win?
Texas Republicans redrew the state’s congressional map in 2025 with the goal of giving their party an advantage in Washington. But in Houston’s 9th Congressional District, the new boundaries didn’t deliver the outcome Republicans wanted. Democrat Leticia Gutierrez defeated Republ...
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League City begins covering Flock cameras after voters reject continued use
League City is beginning to cover its Flock license plate reader cameras after voters rejected their continued use, setting in motion a shutdown of a technology that has divided residents over public safety and privacy. About 54% voted against Proposition A, while about 46% suppo...
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Patty and Craig Biggio’s Four Decade Mission Helps Power Sunshine Kids On a Boot Scootin’ Night
What: Sunshine Kids “Boots and Bourbon” fundraiser Where: The Ballroom at Bayou Place PC Moment: It was a boot scootin’ night in Houston when 400 Western-attired enthusiasts raised more than $600,000 for Sunshine Kids, a record for the nonprofit that provides positive group activ...
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Beware! Porch pirate season is here, ways you can protect your holiday packages
With holiday deliveries increasing, Constable Mark Herman’s Office is reminding residents to take steps to prevent thieves from stealing packages from their doorsteps. The Constable says residents should do the following to keep their packages safe Track deliveries so you know wh...