Hurricane season was quiet last month, but just when we thought we could exhale, Tropical Storm Francine is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. So host Raheel Ramzanali and Faith Bugenhagen with the Houston Press are breaking down what you need to know about the storm. Plus, Raheel and Faith are talking about what tough questions need to be answered for Houston and Texas in tonight’s presidential debate. Also, HISD is taking steps to better protect students, another home insurance provider is pulling out of Texas, a wild story about stolen turtles, and more!
Stories we discussed today:
Tropical storm likely to remain offshore from Texas, ultimately strike Louisiana
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick says main priority of state of Texas is to strengthen the grid
Quieter Than Forecasted Hurricane Season So Far Leaves Meteorologists Searching For Reasons
Pauses on embryo transfers out of Alabama leave IVF patients with few options
Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race
New poll shows Trump leads Harris in Texas, but enthusiasm among Democrats is on the rise
HISD plans to add new staff AED training and address nurse shortage after student death
'Guns still shouldn't be there.': Parents call for new safety measures after multiple gun incidents at Bellaire High School
Progressive is the latest insurance company to stop offering homeowner coverage in Texas
Racing fans treated to lively Red Bull Showrun showcase in downtown Houston
Swangaz on an F1 Racing Car
A man kidnapped turtles from a Houston bar and threatened to make turtle soup. Here's what happened
Your Guide to September in Houston
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