Hello Houston: The Commuter Cut is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City, but shorter, for our busy commuters. Every weekday, we dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians — from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hello Houston: The Commuter Cut is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City, but shorter, for our busy commuters. Every weekday, we dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians — from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss the future of Gaza, Hamas, and the broader regional dynamics following the Gaza ceasefire with Dr. Asher Lubotzky, a Teaching Fellow and Scholar in Residence at the University of Houston.
Also, we’re joined by Public Health Watch reporter Salina Arredondo, who tells us about her recent investigation into the over five million pounds of unpermitted air emissions released by industrial facilities in the Houston area after Hurricane Harvey.
Plus, we learn about Turtle Island Restoration Network from their Ocean Program Director, Joanie Steinhaus, who discusses their efforts in protecting the five threatened or endangered sea turtle species found in the Gulf.