The Chemical Dangers In Houston's Manchester Neighborhood
The Manchester neighborhood in Houston is ringed by chemical plants. We went out with a team to test water and soil for toxins and other possible dangers.
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High School Football Games Canceled Across Houston
More than 100 high school football games in Texas have been canceled following Harvey. Scott Simon talks with Angel Verdejo, who covered football for the Houston Chronicle and now works in education.
A Houston Drag Queen Talks Fundraising
Regina Thorne-DuBois is a Houston drag queen who held a series of Facebook Live fundraisers for local community health organizations in the wake of Harvey. She joins NPR's Scott Simon.
The Rise Of Mock Meat: How Its Story Reflects America's Ever-Changing Values
Summer's coming to an end, and whether for health or ethical reasons, more people are flipping veggie burgers — which have come a long way since the sanitarium-created concoctions of the 19th century.
A Bipartisan Bill Helped Save Pets From Harvey, And Maybe Their Humans Too
In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, many people who lost their homes to flooding were able to save their pets. NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the importance of those relationships.
Texas Expedites Help From Out-Of-State Health Care Providers
As the medical and mental health needs of people affected by Harvey become apparent, Texas has made it easier for out-of-state health workers to come lend a hand.
Hurricane Recovery Has Barely Begun In Waterlogged Beaumont
Some residents have found they can stay and begin cleaning up, but a lack of drinking water and the still-rising floodwaters are driving many others out.
WATCH: Nurse Roughly Arrested For Following Hospital Protocol, Body Camera Shows
Nurse Alex Wubbels calmly stated that it was against hospital policy to allow blood to be drawn from an unconscious patient without a warrant. Then a detective forced her outside and handcuffed her.
Early Data From Harvey Shows Epic Flooding
Government flood maps may need to be withdrawn following Harvey. That, in turn, could have implications for insurers.
Houston Police Chief Speaks About Situation In City Following Hurricane Harvey
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with the Houston police chief Art Acevedo about the week following Hurricane Harvey's landfall in Texas.