In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Ernie Manouse and guest host Houston Public Media reporter Michael Adkison talk with City Controller Chris Hollins, who explains his concerns with Mayor Whitmire’s proposal for the city’s budget.

Then, we learn about how Houston’s hospital systems are preparing for health emergencies during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Adam Lee, Director of Emergency Management & Organizational Resilience at Memorial Hermann Health System, and Dr. Luis Ostrosky, Chief of Infectious Diseases at UTHealth Houston.

Also, we hear from Doug Meikle, President and CEO of the Houston-based homeless shelter Star of Hope, who tells us about their work serving those in our community who are experiencing homelessness.