Author: Michael Hagerty

On Friday’s Houston Matters: We take a closer look at the financial challenges area hospitals are facing. And how can you know if you can trust the results from your COVID-19 test? Also this hour: Some local businesses are struggling with their insuran…

On Thursday’s Houston Matters: Spring Branch ISD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Blaine discusses her district’s back-to-school plans. Also this hour: As Spring Branch and other districts choose different back-to-school plans, Suzi Kennon, president of the…

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: We learn why BP is radically cutting production and what it means for oil and gas in Houston. And we get an update on some recent transportation stories. Also this hour: We discuss the politics of back-to-school plans ac…

On Tuesday’s Houston Matters:  Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo answers your questions about the county’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Also this hour: We learn about the evolution of the way COVID-19 cases are reported between hospitals and local…

On Monday’s Houston Matters: Today marks one year since a shooter targeting Hispanics killed 23 people at an El Paso Walmart. We learn how victims there are recovering and how the shooting is still affecting the community. Also this hour: Six former HP…

On Friday’s Houston Matters: We take a closer look at the latest jobless numbers in Greater Houston with the help of a local economist. Also this hour: We discuss controversial plans to drill near Lake Sommerville soon. Then we break down The Good, The…

On Thursday’s Houston Matters: Fort Bend ISD Superintendent Charles Dupre discusses back-to-school plans and other issues facing students, parents, and educators in his district. Also this hour: With so many students starting the new school year virtua…

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: We get an update on the back-and-forth between state and local officials over back-to-school plans from News 88.7’s politics and government reporter Andrew Schneider. Also this hour: We discuss the latest news in our wee…

On Tuesday’s Houston Matters: A deadline is approaching for everyone in the country to fill out their census forms. After Aug. 14, census workers will begin going door to door seeking replies from households. And Houston Dash midfielder Sophie Schmidt …

On Monday’s Houston Matters: We get an update on COVID-19 numbers in the region from Dr. Umair Shah of Harris County Public Health. Also this hour: The pandemic has affected how so many people work. But how much of that will go away when the pandemic e…