On Friday's show: We learn about some recent developments in education, including some concerns about the way the written portion of some STAAR tests will be graded and news about declining student enrollment at HISD. Then, three years after a deadly winter storm knocked out power across Texas, what has changed and what hasn't? And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
On Thursday's show: Sean Teare, who’s running for Harris County District Attorney, joins us for a candidate interview. Then, we discuss what happens when the public's right to know bumps up against an individual's right to privacy. And we learn how a simple test involving Black children and a pair of dolls helped end school segregation.
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And, in celebration of Valentine's Day, some Houstonians share their love stories, and listeners share some of their favorite love songs.
On Tuesday's show: Has everything Houstonians have been through in the past decade conditioned us to overreact to potential severe weather events? Plus, Congressional candidate Amanda Edwards sits down for a candidate interview. And we talk about the challenges of trying to live in Houston without a car.
On Friday's show: We reflect on Mayor John Whitmire's first 30 days in office and the significant leadership changes that have come with it. Then, we discuss yet another initiative that aims to "turn Texas blue." And we consider The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.