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 and Celeste talk with Cesar Espinosa, executive director of FIEL Houston, who gives us the latest on the current ICE activity in the Houston area following a recent arrest that took place in Pasadena.
Then, we learn about the films from Texas that will be showcased during the second annual Round Top Film Festival with Micky Duzdevich, the programming director of the festival.
Plus, we also talk with Brian Greene, president and CEO of Houston Food Bank, who tells us about the special distribution sites they’re opening for federal workers and SNAP recipients affected by the ongoing government shutdown.