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Mail Theft Ring, Throwing THC at Reporters, and Pools Open!

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It’s Friday so host Raheel Ramzanali is breaking down the big stories of the week in H-Town. Today, he’s joined by ABC-13’s Pooja Lodhia to talk about her story on a mail theft ring that was busted this week and why victims can’t find out if their identity was stolen. They also have the latest on a lawsuit that could derail Houston’s budget and share good news with more neighborhood pools opening this summer. Plus, why our Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is throwing TCH products at reporters! 


Stories we talked about on today’s show: 

  • Mental Health of America of Greater Houston
  • Texas Ren Fest king's cause of death revealed by authorities
  • Texas Senate passes THC ban bill as Lt. Gov. Patrick raises mental health concerns
  • Worst States For Drunk Driving In 2025
  • Mayor John Whitmire's drainage settlement should be rejected, advocacy group tells judge
  • 42 credit and debit cards, over a dozen stolen checks found in mail theft ring bust, records show
  • Houston to open most public pools this summer, boosts lifeguard hiring with pay and age change
  • Could Houston solve the lifeguard shortage and open more city pools by hiring 15-year-olds?
  • Former FOX 26 Houston anchor José Griñán has died
  • Ocean Vuong’s latest novel explores unlikely friendships and families formed among fast-food workers


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    Texas Monthly Taco Fest

    Comicpalooza

    Bandera County Convention & Visitors Bureau

    Downtown Houston+


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