Police Officer Found Guilty, HISD Student Arrests, & Millions Pushed Off Medicaid
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Let’s recap the week with host Raheel Ramzanali, political analyst Rafael Lemaitre, and Monica Flores Richart, education advocate and attorney. The trio start off by talking about where our city’s justice system stands after former Houston officer Gerald Goines was found guilty of felony murder. Then, they talk about our infamous sidewalks to nowhere and what it would mean to H-town if we eliminate them. Plus, why Texas pushed over 2 million people off Medicaid, an inspiring children's choir in the East End, and more!
Dive deeper into the stories from today’s episode:
What's the 'Most Houston' Thing Ever?
Former Houston officer Gerald Goines found guilty of felony murder over Harding Street raid
At least seven Houston ISD students arrested, charged for school threats, officials said
Mike Miles, HISD district officials hold town hall to discuss safety after recent lockdowns for school threats
Mayor Whitmire has Houston Planning waive sidewalk construction requirement in certain situations
Opera singer is the driving force behind bilingual Segundo Barrio Children’s Chorus in the East End
Despite warnings, Texas rushed to remove millions from Medicaid. Eligible residents lost care.
Update: Judge denies emergency motion on Turkey Leg Hut bankruptcy case
Grammy-nominated gospel singer sues Turkey Leg Hut, claims he put more than $300,000 into the business, never got anything back
Houston Astros are back in the playoffs. Whom and when will they play in wild-card round?
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