Author: Michael Hagerty

On Tuesday’s Houston Matters: Houston Methodist CEO Dr. Marc Boom discusses the recent changes in how the Texas Medical Center is reporting on ICU capacity. Plus, on Monday the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated a Louisiana abortion law that had some simil…

On Monday’s Houston Matters: The Texas Medical Center changed how it’s reporting certain metrics about ICU capacity over the weekend. We discuss why and, with the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, Bob Harvey of the Greater Houston Partnership is encourag…

On Friday’s Houston Matters: We discuss ongoing concerns about hospital capacity in the region with Douglas Lawson, CEO of CHI St. Luke’s Health, and Houston Fire Chief Sam Peña. Also this hour: In lieu of the annual Houston Pride Parade and Festival, …

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: We hear from Houston Methodist President and CEO Dr. Marc Boom about COVID-19’s impact on our local hospital spaces. Also this hour: We discuss the latest developments in local, state, and national politics with Brandon …

On Tuesday’s Houston Matters: We talk with News 88.7’s Matt Harab about Houston’s COVID death rate and the plans for the COVID-19 Relief Fund. Also this hour: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo joins us to answer your questions about the latest goings on…

On Monday’s Houston Matters: We’ll get the latest news on COVID-19 in the region with Dr. Umair Shah from Harris County Public Health. Also this hour: We check in on the state of the energy industry with analyst Loren Steffy. Veterinarian Dr. Lori Tell…

On Friday’s Houston Matters: Lawmakers and activists are pushing the make Juneteenth a national holiday. We learn more and discuss the history of the holiday, celebrating the day slaves in Texas learned of their emancipation. Also this hour: From Gov. …

On Thursday’s Houston Matters: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the DACA program in a 5-4 vote. We learn more about the ruling and what it means from Charles “Rocky” Rhodes from South Texas College of Law Houston. Also this hour: Quaker Oats announced it’…

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: Gov. Greg Abbott addressed the recent spike in COVID-19 numbers on Tuesday. We learn what he had to say. Also this hour: We discuss the latest news in our weekly political roundup. And local sleep expert Dr. Sudha Tallav…

On Tuesday’s Houston Matters: We discuss the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling protecting LGBTQ employees from being fired because of their sexual orientation. Also this hour: Interim Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins talks about his new position, preparatio…