Podcasts about Harris County

When Andy and Lisa Wyrick moved into their new home in Georgia in 1989, the young couple thought they'd lucked out when they finally found a place they could afford. Within a few months, however, Andy and Lisa started noticing strange behavior in their three-year-old daughter, Heidi, and soon after, the Wyricks were forced to face the fact that they might not be alone in the house.For a decade, the Wyrick family experienced a range of strange and seemingly supernatural phenomenon from the presence of a kindly old man to apparitions of a dark entity, all seemingly focused on their daughter, Heidi. Efforts to stop the haunting provided little relief and in time, the family came to believe they'd attracted something far darker than ghosts.ReferencesAnderson, Sherry, Michael Ray Brown, and Tom Naughton. 2002. A Hautning in Georgia. Directed by Jeffrey Fine and Tom Naughton. Produced by New Dominion Pictures.Franklin, Harry. 2002. "Harris County home may be haunted." Ledger-Enquirer (Columbus, GA), April 23: 19.Walsh, Mick. 1994. "Unsolved mystery in Ellerslie is now 'Unsolved Mystery' on NBC." Ledger-Enquirer (Columbus, GA), September 18: 31. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave WhiteProduced & Edited by Mikie SiroisResearch by Dave White, Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElroy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why is Harris County's bail system always brought up by state leaders? Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to John Wayne Ferguson, reporter at the Houston Chronicle, about what stands out with our bail system and how a forgotten part of it is now being amplified because of an FBI raid and trial.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  Inside a Houston bail company's alleged fraud scheme that helped get murder suspects out of jail AABLE Bail Bonds case started as a gang investigation, HPD investigator testifies The first AABLE Bail Bonds trial is over in Houston. Here are 3 things it revealed. If you enjoyed today's interview with the Midtown Management District's Project Director, Cynthia Alvarado, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 14th episode: AIA Houston Downtown Houston+ Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Houston Cinema Arts Society Visit Pearland CAF Wings Over Houston - Use code CCWOH25 Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Katrin Bolovtsova/Pexels

We discuss the Gaza war peace deal and Harris County has been ordered to return money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On Monday's show: Gov. Greg Abbott announced last week that the Department of Public Safety is launching a new task force in Harris County aimed at targeting what he called “repeat violent offenders.” The governor says the DPS-led effort will bring more resources to Houston and Harris County law enforcement. But questions remain about what this task force will actually do, how it will operate alongside local agencies, and what role politics may play in its creation.Also this hour: We offer Houstonians a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.And we discuss the latest developments in Houston sports.Watch

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The ever present stench of local government: Evil in Albany and tax hikes in Odessa. City of Odessa responds to Attorney General Paxton's warning over property tax rate increase – not much of a response Odessa city council finalizes property tax increase for 2026 Albany mayor doesn't appear to support open government Albany City Officials Decry Public Information Request About ‘Sanctuary City for the Unborn' Ordinance – I find the appearance of collusion with the local newspaper most humorous. It's what I've said all along about why property tax increases are so often reported as anything but – it's all the same group of friends: media and town leaders. Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Sales tax take up over September of last year. Oil and gas rig count is down and much other Texas business news.How bad is the Democrat-run court system in Harris County? This bad: Harris County Criminal Court Judge Accused of Issuing a False Bench Warrant Now Elected Administrative JudgeListen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

On this week's episode, host David Muñoz sits down with Bill Ogden of Farrar & Ball, LLP—the trial team behind the Alex Jones defamation victories. They dive into the strategy behind the Sandy Hook litigation, navigating bankruptcy tactics, and why civil juries—not social media—are the most effective check on disinformation. Bill also talks about current defamation matters, the economics and risk of trying seven-figure cases on contingency, and why more plaintiff lawyers should step outside their comfort zones to take on work that moves the needle. Get in touch with Bill at https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/ Get in touch with David at https://missionlegalcenter.com/ Bill Ogden (@billawgden on Instagram) is a partner at Farrar & Ball LLP, where he represents clients in high-stakes product liability and catastrophic injury cases across the country. He has secured major verdicts and settlements against corporations in cases involving defective tires, airbags, medical devices, and industrial equipment, and was lead trial lawyer in a $70 million wrongful death verdict in Harris County. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star, National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, and by Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch, Bill is known for his relentless advocacy and willingness to take on powerful defendants. A graduate of South Texas College of Law, he also teaches trial advocacy as an adjunct faculty member and continues to mentor future trial lawyers. David Muñoz (@imdavemunoz on Instagram) is the Managing Partner of Mission Personal Injury Lawyers, with offices in San Diego, Chula Vista, and El Paso. He is dedicated to advocating for accident victims, combining his background in pre-medicine with his legal expertise to better understand the complexities of serious and often invisible injuries. Recognized as a top-reviewed attorney, David is active in the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego and frequently serves as a speaker and seminar presenter. His mission is to raise the standard of client service and advocacy while serving the broader legal community. ____ LawRank grows your law firm with SEO Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app Rate us 5 stars on iTunes and Spotify Watch us on YouTube Follow us on Instagram and TikTok

On this week's episode, host David Muñoz sits down with Bill Ogden of Farrar & Ball, LLP—the trial team behind the Alex Jones defamation victories. They dive into the strategy behind the Sandy Hook litigation, navigating bankruptcy tactics, and why civil juries—not social media—are the most effective check on disinformation. Bill also talks about current defamation matters, the economics and risk of trying seven-figure cases on contingency, and why more plaintiff lawyers should step outside their comfort zones to take on work that moves the needle. Get in touch with Bill at https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/ Get in touch with David at https://missionlegalcenter.com/ Bill Ogden (@billawgden on Instagram) is a partner at Farrar & Ball LLP, where he represents clients in high-stakes product liability and catastrophic injury cases across the country. He has secured major verdicts and settlements against corporations in cases involving defective tires, airbags, medical devices, and industrial equipment, and was lead trial lawyer in a $70 million wrongful death verdict in Harris County. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star, National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, and by Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch, Bill is known for his relentless advocacy and willingness to take on powerful defendants. A graduate of South Texas College of Law, he also teaches trial advocacy as an adjunct faculty member and continues to mentor future trial lawyers. David Muñoz (@imdavemunoz on Instagram) is the Managing Partner of Mission Personal Injury Lawyers, with offices in San Diego, Chula Vista, and El Paso. He is dedicated to advocating for accident victims, combining his background in pre-medicine with his legal expertise to better understand the complexities of serious and often invisible injuries. Recognized as a top-reviewed attorney, David is active in the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego and frequently serves as a speaker and seminar presenter. His mission is to raise the standard of client service and advocacy while serving the broader legal community. ____ LawRank grows your law firm with SEO Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app Rate us 5 stars on iTunes and Spotify Watch us on YouTube Follow us on Instagram and TikTok

On Tuesday's show: As hurricane season nears its end, what can Harris County do to make sure our region is prepared for all kinds of emergencies?Also this hour: The national unemployment rate held steady last month at 4.3 percent, but that remains the highest it has been in nearly four years. However, that is still a far cry from COVID-era rates. We talk about what we're seeing in terms of jobs and unemployment benefits in the Houston area with Juliet Stipeche of Gulf Coast Workforce Solutions.Then, the new film The Long Walk takes endurance athletics to a horrific level, but some Houstonians walk or run long distances without their lives being on the line to motivate them. We meet one on this month's edition of The Bigger Picture.And we visit Galveston's East Beach, the site of the annual Galveston Sandcastle Festival.Watch

On Today's Show: First world problems: "tech is trauma" and stepfather phone problems + Ozempic problems____________Marty Lancton, President of the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association and candidate for Harris County Judge, is calling for a return to basics. He says it's time to stop focusing on divisive social issues and start delivering real results. Harris County residents, he emphasizes, deserve common sense leadership, accountability, and solutions—not excuses.Lancton vows to end the mismanagement that has plagued county government and to work with state leaders instead of wasting time and taxpayer money on lawsuits.Follow Lancton: lanctonforharriscounty.com_____________For years, the Left has gone out of their way to smear conservatives—and after Charlie Kirk's murder, they have doubled down. Only the Left could mock a murdered man, then appear on TV lying about the shooter and still claim to be the victims for losing their jobs over their comments.The Charlie Kirk Memorial itself was extraordinary. Over 100 million people tuned in online—not even counting broadcast audiences. The event brought together voices like Tucker Carlson and Stephen Miller, who don't always agree on issues like Israel, yet stood united in honoring Charlie. Even people who weren't fans before are now discovering his work and finding themselves in agreement.Meanwhile, Jimmy Kimmel returns to late night as if nothing happened—still refusing to apologize for his disgraceful comments about Charlie.____________________Let's discuss the Jasmin Crockett / Laura Loomer feud, and how Crockett thinks her constituents are useful idiots. She code switches according to her audience.On the Isiah Factor this week, Representative Ron Reynolds said that MAGA is revving up the rhetoric surrounding the Charlie Kirk assassination.Gavin Newsom's foot-in-mouth tweet about Kristi Noem that could have been better stated.And finally let's talk about the ICE facility in Dallas that was shot up by someone who wrote "anti-ICE" on the bullets. Wonder which side of the aisle they're on.____________________Today's sponsor is New Frontier Creative Media. Angela proudly uses New Frontier to edit her videos and manage her social media profiles. They also created her logo and built her website. newfrontiercreative.com | 409-781-4164Mention Angela and Receive 15% Off Any Service.________________Try Out These Products That Angela Uses:Get $15 Off of First Order with Froya Organics:froyaorganics.com/angelaboxshowGet 10% Off Your Purchase of Angel Lift: angellift.com/angelaboxshowAll content: AngelasSoapBox.com Twitter/Instagram: @theboxthatroxx Facebook: @AngelaBoxShow Truth Social: @AngelaBox iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-angela-box-show-88287019/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-angela-box-show/id1591500325 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1J5hSQA0LxkyZLKq9jdsbf?si=203fa05c97204ea8 Rumble: https://rumble.com/AngelaBoxShow Bitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/AngelaBoxShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelaBoxShow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theangelaboxshow

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: More murderous terrorism on our country today committed in Dallas. The murderer is dead, identified, and early evidence shows it is likely more Leftist violence against law and order.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.DC Swamp wants you to know that Cornyn is their man for Senate: Cornyn nabs endorsements from 15 former GOP congressmen.Republican Party of Texas to consider censures of 10 lawmakers made by county party organizations.A strong win for private property rights in Texas over avaricious local government officials. You can't take it just because you might need it in the future.$6.5 billion+ investment and more than 600 new jobs in Harris County from new Eli Lilly facility.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Education week continues here on City Cast Houston and today we're learning about why our youngest Houstonians need better childcare. Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to Dr. Melanie Johnson, CEO for the Collaborative for Children, about why we're in a childcare crisis, what's being done to create more quality early learning centers in Houston, and why it should matter to all Houstonians.  Stories we talked about on today's show : Explained: The Harris County early childcare program backed by Lina Hidalgo Learn more about the Collaborative for Children  Resources to help families struggling with childcare crisis Harris County's early childhood education pilot program faces closure Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Texas Renaissance Festival The Village School Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Downtown Houston+ Wise Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Bruno Girin/Creative Commons

Judge Genesis Draper, born and raised in Texas, earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Spelman College and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas at Austin School of Law. Upon graduation, she moved to Nashville, Tennessee and began her career as an Assistant Public Defender. She later moved to Houston, Texas, where she served as Assistant Public Defender at both the federal and state levels before becoming the first Black female to lead Harris County's Public Defender's office in July of 2025. Genesis makes her home in Houston with her husband and their two children.

Harris County saw major political moves this week when Judge Lina Hidalgo announced she would not seek reelection for a third term. Host Raheel Ramzanali breaks down that story, from Hidalgo's legacy to what this means for the Texas Democrats, to who'll take her seat. Plus, a local suburb is getting some national attention and the heartbreaking story behind why a man died outside a restaurant. And, a special goodbye to a member of the City Cast Houston team. Stories we talked about on today's show:  Harris County politics heating up with Hidalgo's decision and more on the ballot Lina Hidalgo was supposed to turn Texas blue. What happened? | Editorial Lina Hidalgo's exit draws sharp reaction from Houston Police Officers union Houston suburb ranked No. 1 place to live in Texas What's the Best Suburb to Live in Greater Houston? A Houston restaurant carried a passed-out man outside, where he died. Why didn't staff call 911? Follow Laura on LinkedIN  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: Holocaust Museum Houston Kidney Cancer Association The Texas Tribune Festival 4th Wall Theatre Company Texas Renaissance Festival Downtown Houston+ Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Ed Uthman/Creative Commons

On Monday's show: We preview this week's vote on the Harris County budget. The budget process this year has often been contentious as tensions rise over funding cuts.Also this hour: Dr. Peter Hotez of Baylor College of Medicine discusses his book, Science Under Siege, which examines growing opposition to science and the threat it poses.Then, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller answers listeners' questions about their pets.And Jeff Balke previews a season-defining week ahead for the Astros and the Monday Night Football matchup between the Texans and the Buccaneers. Watch

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Orlando Sanchez is a United States Air Force veteran and served in the Texas air, National Guard. He's been a long-time payer in Texas GOP politics. He Was elected county treasurer three times for Harris County. Serves on the Board of Directors of Capital Bank, HCA Hospital, and the University Of Houston foundation board of trustees.

Need financing for your next investment property? Visit: https://www.academyfund.com/ Want to join us in San Francisco, CA on October 7th & 8th? Visit: https://www.10xvets.com/events ____ Raj Kankaria is the President of Lone Star Attorney Service, a full-service litigation support firm and the largest process service company in Harris County, Texas. A West Point graduate and former Army engineer officer, Raj went on to hold leadership roles in investment banking and commercial strategy at Citi, Mexico Pacific, and WSI Enterprises. After discovering an overlooked corner of the legal services industry, he rolled up his sleeves, learned the business from the ground up, and eventually acquired the very company he once contracted for. Now, he's focused on transforming Lone Star into a one-stop shop for litigation support services across Texas and beyond. With a sharp operational mindset and a hands-on approach, Raj is building a scalable platform that delivers speed, reliability, and trust to legal professionals nationwide. In this episode of the SABM podcast, Scott chats with Raj about: Entrepreneurial Journey: Turning a chance encounter into ownership by building trust and deep operational knowledge Business Growth: Scaling the company into a one-stop shop for litigation support services, including process serving, e-filing, videography, records retrieval, and judgement collection. Operational Challenges: Navigating the emotional and practical demands of employee management and implementing systematic processes. Industry Positioning: Seeking to become the leading provider for attorneys in Texas with nationwide service capabilities. Community Building: Actively connecting with other entrepreneurs and business owners for shared learning and growth. Timestamps: 00:09 Raj's Journey to Business Ownership 01:27 Discovering the Opportunity 03:17 Building Relationships and Trust 04:10 Acquiring Lone Star Attorney Service 12:42 Challenges and Goals as a New Business Owner 18:02 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 18:37 Connecting and Growing the BusinessConnect with Raj: LinkedIn | Raj Kankaria www.lonestarattysvc.com raj@lonestarattysvc.com  If you found value in today's episode, don't keep it to yourself—share it with a colleague or friend who could benefit. And if you're a Service Academy graduate ready to elevate your business, we'd love for you to join our community and get started today. Make sure you never miss an episode subscribe now and help support the show: Apple Podcasts Spotify Leave us a 5-star review! A special thank you to Raj for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

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Governor Greg Abbott denies allegations from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzger that Texas National Guard troops are part of a Donald Trump-threatened military deployment to Chicago: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/national-guard-chicago-abbott-21027479.php...Pritzger warns us not to allow the militarization of American cities to become normalized: https://www.advocate.com/voices/pritzker-trump-invading-chicagoA racist comment from 2022 that Lubbock State Senator Charles Perry apologized for yesterday could end up part of legal challenges that the new Trump map is racially motivated: https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/texas-senator-apologizes-for-racist-comments-unearthed-by-democracy-docket/Ken Paxton, reacting to his flagging numbers against Senator John Cornyn, says Texas school kids should be reciting the Lord's Prayer at school every day: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/09/02/texas-ag-ken-paxton-lords-prayer-religion-schools/...Also as a Trumpian play, Paxton is now opposing a ten-year-old bail reform effort in Harris County: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/paxton-misdemeanor-consent-decree-21015147.phpThe second special session slogs on - the Senate yesterday gave approval to a bill banning abortion medication in Texas: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2025/09/02/texas-senate-gives-initial-approval-to-abortion-pill-bill-targeting-mailing-of-medication/...Also yesterday, the Texas House reversed a new law, which just took effect on Monday, that would allow Texas voters to update their addresses on Election Day: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/voter-registration-law-21026519.phpThere's word that some Texas lawmakers want to end the session early, which would leave Dan's Ban on THC and July 4 flood-related legislation incomplete - and perhaps set the stage for a third special session: https://www.fox4news.com/news/texas-special-session-may-end-early-leaving-key-bills-limboAustin friends: tickets are on sale now for our live podcast taping with legendary Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver on September 15 at Hopsquad Brewing in Austin! Tickets are limited and are available here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://act.progresstexas.org/a/allstaractivism_2025⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Help Progress Texas avoid going on a permanent vacation this summer by becoming a sustaining member: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/join-pt-summer-vacation-membership-drive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Do you feel that? It's the weather slowly, but surely, getting a bit cooler. That means we can head outside more and do more fun things in H-Town. So, host Raheel Ramzanali is getting you ready with a curated guide featuring insider tips for the month with producer Carlignon Jones and Hey Houston newsletter editor Brooke Lewis on what to do, what stories to know, and where to eat in September!  Want even more great places to eat this month? Check out our guide for the best Caribbean food in H-Town.  If you're new here, welcome! We've put together a starter pack for you with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Houston community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Houston, check out Hey Houston's guide on the best patio and picnic spots around town.  Places and stories we talked about on today's show:  Harris County leaders clash over looming budget deficit Lina Hidalgo's proposed Harris County budget cuts would hurt Baytown and Deer Park | Opinion Texas AG warns school districts to comply with Ten Commandments law despite court block How The Trump Burger Saga Unfolded in Houston El Pueblito de Frida  Atomic Wings Houston | Big City Wings | Pluckers  Savoir  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 2nd episode: Downtown Houston+ Wise Inprint Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Alisa Matthews/Unsplash

Neither foster care nor homelessness are isolated issues. They both intersect with numerous social issues—including each other.For example, homelessness is a contributing factor to why many children end up in the child welfare system, and it's also a risk factor that can impact youth who are already involved in or aging out of foster care.Of the 173 youth and young adults currently on the Coalition for the Homeless's list for Houston, approximately 25% of them have been involved in foster care in some capacity.Today, we are grateful to have two guests joining us for a conversation on this crucial topic. We sat down for a discussion with Quana Smith, the Manager of Youth Programs at the Coalition for the Homeless (CFTH) in Houston and Harris County, and Danielle Stephen, a passionate young adult who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people experiencing homelessness.In this episode, you'll hear some of the reasons why youth and young adults are facing homelessness, key ways to offer circumstance-changing support, the importance of a caring adult who will go the extra mile, and much more.Find the show notes and links to anything we discussed here: https://riversideproject.org/podcast/smith-stephen-41/

We're heading into the long weekend, but not before breaking down the biggest stories from the week. Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by political insider Rafael Lemaitre to break down what exactly is happening with Harris County's budget deficit. Plus, how one politician is pushing for Elon Musk's Boring Co. flood tunnel project. And, why teachers are taking HISD to court. Stories we talked about on today's show:  A Texas Congressman Is Quietly Helping Elon Musk Pitch a $760M Plan to Build Tunnels Under Houston to Ease Flooding Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones, Judge Lina Hidalgo hold separate budget briefings Harris County leaders clash over looming budget deficit Here are the Republicans who might run for Texas' newly drawn congressional seats Pay-for-performance dispute between Houston ISD and its largest teachers union continues in court Thursday Houston Furniture Bank Should Texans stop being surprised when the Gulf of Mexico is blue? Learn more about the sponsors of this August 29th episode: British International School of Houston The Holdsworth CenterTurboTenant Downtown Houston+Wise Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Ed Uthman/Creative Commons

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This week on the Laughing with Letta Podcast, Sheletta sits down with Harris County Public Health's SUP team to talk substance use prevention, education, and how they're making a difference in schools and communities. Find resources at hcphtx.org/SUP

In this episode, the hosts dissect a suspiciously high-margin $18M metal fabrication business in Houston and unpack the latest killer changes to SBA loan rules.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/huge-cash-cow-metal-fabrication-business-w-strong-client-base/2382600/?utm_source=bizbuysell&utm_medium=emailsite&utm_campaign=shtmlbot&utm_content=buttonWelcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

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In this episode, the hosts dissect a suspiciously high-margin $18M metal fabrication business in Houston and unpack the latest killer changes to SBA loan rules.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/huge-cash-cow-metal-fabrication-business-w-strong-client-base/2382600/?utm_source=bizbuysell&utm_medium=emailsite&utm_campaign=shtmlbot&utm_content=buttonWelcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In 08/09/25. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. This weekly broadcast examines current events from across the globe to learn what's happening in all areas of people activity. We cultivate Counter-Racist Media Literacy by scrutinizing journalists' word choices and using logic to deconstruct what is reported as "news." We'll use these sessions to hone our use of terms as tools to reveal truth, neutralize Racists/White people. #ANTIBLACKNESS Asubstantial amount of US political commentary focused on the efforts to "gerrymander" voting districts in Texas. Harris County, home of the late DeVonte Hart, is one of the regions White people are looking to exclude non-white voters. Dr. Angelyn Spaulding Flowers just visited The C.O.W.S. and discussed this specific activity in this specific region of Texas as a direct response to White Genetic Annihilation. Also in Texas, Nathan James Henderson was arrested and accused of "making 'alarming and extremist' statements expressing his desire to kill Black and Jewish people, along with unnamed government officials with homemade explosive devices." Henderson had 24 grenades and White Supremacist paraphernalia. #EndStageWhiteSupremacy#NoPoliticsOnTheJob INVEST in The COWS - http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: http://cash.app/$TheCOWS Call: 720.716.7300 Code: 564943#

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Texas House met to reconvene today but now quorum was attained as Democrats remain AWOL. Interestingly Paxton and Burrows have filed with an Illinois court to attempt to get help with returning the AWOL lawmakers to Texas.I also discuss, again, why the bribery issue is worth a long term fight.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Oil & gas drilling rig count falls again.Harris County commissioners censure County Judge Lina Hidalgo over her stunt with children and other bad behavior. The Houston Chronicle editors are angry only that her poor behavior got in the way of bigger government and a tax hike. This is an example of how local government keeps expanding its reach into things outside its rightful purview and why local tax and spending has made the tax burdens of Texans so high.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

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"If your local cop didn't get cracked last night… should you be worried about getting a ticket today?"In this jaw-dropping and laugh-packed episode of The Ben and Skin Show, hosts Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray dive into one of the most bizarre viral stories to hit Houston: a Harris County deputy goes full TikTok mode, posting a video from her squad car with the caption, “Didn't get cracked last night so everyone is getting a ticket.” The crew breaks down the implications, the public reaction, and the sheer absurdity of a cop threatening citations over a dry spell. But it's not just commentary — it's comedy gold. From KT's reluctant involvement in hypothetical “cracking” scenarios to Ben and Skin's enthusiastic support of “backing the blue from behind,” this segment is a masterclass in turning controversy into comedy.

It's Friday, so host Raheel Ramzanali is catching you up on on the week's biggest news with conservative commentator Charles Blain. They dig into the redistricting efforts in the Texas Legislature's special session and what it means for Houston. Plus, how voters feel about Harris County officials and why Mayor Whitmire is going after clubs instead of crime. And, of course, we can't close the week without our moments of joy! Stories we talked about on today's show:  Why Is Mayor Whitmire Scrapping an Approved Montrose Bike Lane? Texas Republicans, including Gov. Abbott, were reluctant to redraw the state's congressional maps. Then Trump got involved. Lina Hidalgo has lowest net approval rating of any Harris County elected official, Hobby poll finds Harris County Voters Split on County's Top Problems, Solutions Houston mayor's newly created police ‘club unit' closed 5 clubs over 3-day period Why Car Break-Ins in Montrose Have Houstonians Feeling Helpless Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo proposes tax increase to help pay for early childcare programs Become a City Cast Houston Neighbor!  Learn more about the sponsors of this July 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Visit Boerne Holocaust Museum Houston Downtown Houston+ Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Yi-Chin Lee/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Epstein controversy has federal lawmakers taking an early recess, putting off important business.Summer heat means some Texans have to choose between paying for air conditioning or basic necessities.Is a violent protest at an ICE facility in North Texas the new normal as the country copes with a rise in extremism?What’s happening in Harris County […] The post Families are cutting back on food and medicine to pay the power bill appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Jeannine Barr was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisianana and graduated from Louisiana State University Law School. She was an Assistant District Attorney in Harris County in Houston, Texas for nine years before running and being elected as a Criminal District Court Judge for 24 years. After stepping down from the bench, she embarked on a new journey as a singer and songwriter. Jeannine and her husband live in Houston, Texas.

It's been an intense week of news here in Houston and Texas. Host Raheel Ramzanali and Evan Mintz, editor of opinion and community engagement for the Houston Chronicle, discuss how we can prevent future flooding tragedies in Texas. Plus, they talk about Governor Abbott's special session agenda and his viral quote about the floods and football. Then, it's a new meeting time for City Council, dress code reform and a crowded race for Harris County Judge. Oh, and of course they're ending the week with their moments of joy!  A previous version of this podcast incorrectly stated that none of the new candidates for Harris County Judge had experience winning a Democratic primary. Erica Lee Carter won the Democratic primary for the Harris County Department of Education board in 2012. She also won a 2024 special election to her late mother's congressional seat — she was not appointed. Stories we talked about on today's show:  Gov. Greg Abbott says asking hard questions about flood deaths is for 'losers.' He's wrong. | Opinion Gov. Abbott orders special session on Hill Country flooding, redistricting, THC and unfinished GOP priorities Green Ribbons for Camp Mystic. Plus, Calls for Flood Safety Measures Who Can Actually Hold CenterPoint Accountable for Beryl? Camp Mystic families are hurting enough. Stop the hate, hoaxes and rumors Houston council member Letitia Plummer launches bid for Lina Hidalgo's seat for Harris County judge Houston City Council will test out evening public comment periods to boost public participation These Houston politicians were denied entry to a nightclub. Now they want dress codes posted. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode: Downtown Houston+ Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston Visit Port Aransas A.D. Players Theater Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Robert Daemmrich Photography Inc/Corbis via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dana In The Morning Highlights 7/11In the wake of the Central TX floods, Harris County is fastracking flood mitigation projectsGirls in Kingwood throw bake sale and raise over $10K for flood victimsFEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Nurse out in Damon found incredible purpose helping people

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On Wednesday's show: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo joins us to talk about issues facing the county, from budget issues to questions about whether she'll run for re-election.Also this hour: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.And a historian explains why we could have ended up celebrating independence from England on July 2 instead of July 4.

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What steps can you take now to start moving in the right direction of what matters most?In this episode, Jeff and Nick discuss: Trying new, difficult things and bringing value in all areas of business.The power of one-on-one conversations and asking “why”.Praying for guidance and strength in hard times.Picturing your perfect life and taking steps to meet those goals.  Key Takeaways: When all you do is worry, you're not present.Let people know what you do, then put it in God's hands.People of all ages can pour into one another, just as 30-year-olds can learn from 60-year-olds, the reverse is also true.Write out the things in your life that are valuable. Then write down what is priceless. Compare those lists, and talk about them with someone you love. How are you spending your day reflecting on those things?  "You can't sell coaching to somebody. Coaching only works if somebody realizes they have a gap between where they are and where they want to be, and they have a burning desire to do something about it." —  Niko Lorentzatos Episode References: Halftime by Bob Buford: https://halftime.org/books/ About Niko Lorentzatos: Niko Lorentzatos spent his career in the energy industry, most recently as a public company executive, lawyer, and director.  His day-to-day focus was helping solve business problems, but it was the one-on-one discussions with colleagues and friends who wanted to talk about deeper issues or who needed help, whether personal or professional, that were most fulfilling.  During a conversation about purpose and faith, a colleague recommended the book Halftime.  Years later, when Niko left the company after a merger, another colleague mentioned the Halftime Fellows program.  Halftime and the Fellows Program had a profound effect on Niko.  He learned that his passion and purpose lie in helping others find and live out God's calling in their lives.  He now serves as a Certified Halftime Coach and also mentors professionals and social entrepreneurs.Niko and his wife, Jenny, have been married for 23 years and have two adult children, Luke and Rebecca.  Niko serves on the Boards of the HAY Center Foundation, which assists youth in Harris County as they age out of the foster system, and the Houston Area Parkinson Society, which provides programs, support, and services free of charge.  He also serves on the Parish Council of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Houston, Texas. Connect with Niko Lorentzatos:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niko-lorentzatos  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdvFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

A new investigation in the Houston Chronicle found that Houston police called ICE on woman after she called 911 for domestic abuse. So, is HPD working with ICE despite Mayor Whitmire saying they aren't?  Host Raheel Ramzanali talks with Sam González Kelly, one of the Houston Chronicle reporters on that investigation, and Maria Espinosa of FIEL, the largest immigrant-led civil rights organization in Texas, to answer that question, and how this case could put more immigrants and all Houstonians at risk.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  ⁠She called 911 to report domestic abuse. Then Houston police called ICE on her.⁠ ⁠Homicides down 6% in Houston, but family violence a growing issue, records show⁠ ⁠Harris County's New District Attorney Has Big Plans⁠ ⁠Learn more about FIEL ⁠ Join the City Cast Houston team for our Pre-713 Day Celebration at Saint Arnold Brewing on July 10th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This event is free, but please RSVP ⁠here⁠. Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter ⁠Hey Houston⁠  Follow us on ⁠Instagram ⁠ @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have ⁠feedback or a show idea⁠? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? ⁠Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Friday so we're breaking down the biggest news in H-Town. Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by Faith Bugenhagen, trending news reporter at Chron.com, and Maggie Gordon, senior storytelling editor at Straight Arrow News, to talk about the next steps in the THC ban after Governor Abbott vetoed Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's bill, the rise in deaths at Harris County Jail, why your recycling isn't getting picked up, and more!  Stories we talked about on today's show:  Dan Patrick blasts Abbott over surprise THC veto: He 'wants to legalize' it. Three Harris County Jail inmates die within 48-hour span, marking 10 in-custody deaths in 2025 Harris County's New District Attorney Has Big Plans Houston residents frustrated as recycling pickup delays stretch over month Video of man jumping from the second floor of the Galleria  Man hospitalized after jumping from second story of Galleria onto ice rink while evading police Volunteer at the Houston Food Bank  What are you willing to pay for Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' concert? Ticketmaster prices rise to $8k for a front row seat Why We Honor DJ Screw Day On June 27 Screwfest 2025 Learn more about Straight Arrow News  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Visit Navasota Jones Dairy Farm Downtown Houston+ A.D. Players Theater Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Robert Daemmrich Photography Inc/Corbis via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday's show: Three Harris County Jail inmates died during a recent 48-hour span, marking a total of ten in-custody deaths reported in Harris County so far this year. We learn about their cases.Also this hour: We examine whether any progress has been made in addressing the doctor shortage across the nation and in Texas.Then, visual artist Andrew Thomas Huang talks about his craft, which includes sculpture and directing both short films and music videos. He's coming to Houston this weekend for a pair of events as a part of the series HTX Made from director and Houston native Li Lu.And he's drawn everything from superheroes to demons, and now his work is headed to Hollywood. Houston comic artist Rod Thornton talks about breaking barriers, building worlds, and why representation on the page still matters.

Earlier this month, former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announced she's running for Harris County Judge in 2026. And today she's sitting down with host Raheel Ramzanali to talk about why she's getting back into local politics. They discuss where Parker thinks Harris County has fallen short, if she's talked to incumbent Lina Hidalgo, and how she would address challenges like flooding and affordable housing. Dive deeper into Parker's campaign and the issues we talked about on today's show: Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announces run for Lina Hidalgo's seat atop Harris County government Houston survey finds diversity is top draw, but crime and traffic worry residents A Look Back At The Parker Years Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode: Visit Navasota Jones Dairy Farm Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston A.D. Players Theater Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For our 250th episode, we have a special duo sharing a lot about their up-and-down journey to redemption. These guys have both had leadership roles in churches for decades. They find God lessons in everyday life...have faced adversity with both recovering from addictions, one of them also battling cancer and the other losing his marriage, but they lean on faith and each other and their family and music to live life to the fullest. Make sure to subscribe to "Run the Race" and theirs too. (4:32) Chaplain Richard Moore and Brad Williams recently started their own podcast "Sermons on the Side" which I highly recommend and they had me on as a recent guest: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sermons-on-the-side/id1795709466. They talk about the real meaning behind the name of their weekly show...and how church is important but their are huge experiences that happen beyond the 4 walls. (14:22) Brad is a father of 3 now, including a newborn. Hear why he thinks parenthood can reveal our selfishness and how to play "zone defense." Grandfather Richard and his wife have a combined 5 adult children and gives us some wisdom on how being a son of our Heavenly Father can inform all out relationships. (25:52) Brad learned he had testicular cancer at the same time they got their most recent positive pregnancy test. Along with his health journey, he explains why their baby's name Lily Grace is Biblically significant. Richard also gets vulnerable about, after 30 years in ministry roles, his "secret life" was revealed - an addiction (porn and struggle with lust) and "D-day" that led to trauma for his family and a broken marriage. But God. Don't miss how he's discovered, through a 16-year recovery so far, the surrender to the Lord trumps fear and shame because it leads to the ultimate freedom and a new identity in Christ. (44:05) Brad and Lisa - name of their music group, and they lead worship at a church in Harris County - have had their own marriage struggles and addiction challenges, that they sing about. I play portions of "Only You Can" on this episode: https://open.spotify.com/album/1f5aOlMYf7rdSMOjKjeAW5. Both these men are part of a weekly recovery group, knowing how vital community is to create change vs. trying to solve problems in isolation! (57:30) Both music and mentoring are powerful tools that Richard and Brad love talking about. (1:13:05) Love having these guys on. I close out in prayer. Thanks for listening to the #RunTheRace podcast! Also, write a quick review about it, on Apple podcasts. For more info and all past episodes, go to www.wtvm.com/podcast/.