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Houston Public Media Houston Public Media consists of TV 8, News 88.7 and Houston Public Media Classical with a commitment to delivering content that goes beyond the ordinary.
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Focused on delivering high quality local, regional and national content in the areas of news and information, arts and culture, and education, Houston Public Media utilizes its broadcast and online outlets to provide audiences with unprecedented access to the content that is meaningful to them – on air, online, at home and everywhere they go. Houston Public Media is built on 60 years of success in

public radio and television, including TV 8’s distinction as the nation’s first educational public television station. Houston Public Media’s ongoing operation is made possible through the generous support of members, sponsors and underwriters through Houston Public Media Foundation a non-profit 501(c)(3). Throughout its history, Houston Public Media has remained committed to service which educates children, informs citizens and lifts the spirits of the community. Houston Public Media’s goal, through quality content, is to serve as the catalyst that takes audiences beyond the ordinary, beyond Houston and beyond the world they know. The organization is a community service of the University of Houston.

As the public scrutinizes parts of the Hill Country for a lack of sirens during the July 4 floods, Crockett turned its o...
07/15/2025

As the public scrutinizes parts of the Hill Country for a lack of sirens during the July 4 floods, Crockett turned its own tragedy into preparedness.

Experts say outlandish claims of weather manipulation are hindering disaster preparedness and emergency response.
07/15/2025

Experts say outlandish claims of weather manipulation are hindering disaster preparedness and emergency response.

The Trump administration has asked Congress to rescind funds for NPR/PBS and foreign aid. Congress has until the end of ...
07/15/2025

The Trump administration has asked Congress to rescind funds for NPR/PBS and foreign aid. Congress has until the end of the week to approve the cuts.

Adickes, a native of Huntsville, also was known for creating the "We Love Houston" sign as well as sculptures of U.S. pr...
07/15/2025

Adickes, a native of Huntsville, also was known for creating the "We Love Houston" sign as well as sculptures of U.S. presidents and The Beatles.

Between March 2022 and December 2024, Jesus Carlos Silva stole a total of more than $1.4 million from more than 100 vict...
07/14/2025

Between March 2022 and December 2024, Jesus Carlos Silva stole a total of more than $1.4 million from more than 100 victims in the Houston and Chicago areas and also in Louisiana and Florida, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas.

Between March 2022 and December 2024, Jesus Carlos Silva stole a total of more than $1.4 million from more than 100 victims in the Houston and Chicago areas and also in Louisiana and Florida, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas. 

Nehls defeated Greene-Scott in 2024 with about 62% of the vote in the solidly Republican district, which includes most o...
07/14/2025

Nehls defeated Greene-Scott in 2024 with about 62% of the vote in the solidly Republican district, which includes most of Fort Bend County as well as parts of Brazoria, Harris, Matagorda and Wharton counties.

The fatal shooting outside the Bugs Bar Nightclub is the second to happen there since March, according to Houston police...
07/14/2025

The fatal shooting outside the Bugs Bar Nightclub is the second to happen there since March, according to Houston police.

The fatal shooting outside the Bugs Bar Nightclub is the second to happen there since March, according to Houston police. 

The data also highlights critical risks in other areas along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, and nationwide as many ...
07/14/2025

The data also highlights critical risks in other areas along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, and nationwide as many Americans have a flood risk they are not aware of.

When The Texas Newsroom asked for the emails, the governor's office said some of the correspondence with the billionaire...
07/14/2025

When The Texas Newsroom asked for the emails, the governor's office said some of the correspondence with the billionaire and his companies contains "intimate" information that isn't of "legitimate concern to the public."

The death of Harold Alexander Jr. is the latest in a string of recent deaths at the downtown Houston jail.
07/14/2025

The death of Harold Alexander Jr. is the latest in a string of recent deaths at the downtown Houston jail.

Michael Coen, chief of staff of FEMA under former presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden, called on the state to be more ...
07/14/2025

Michael Coen, chief of staff of FEMA under former presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden, called on the state to be more proactive in preparing for disasters.

Ferruzzo, 19, a recent graduate of Memorial High School, died in the July 4 floods along with at least 28 others from th...
07/13/2025

Ferruzzo, 19, a recent graduate of Memorial High School, died in the July 4 floods along with at least 28 others from the all-girls camp on the Guadalupe River.

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Houston Public Media is a service of the University of Houston and supported with financial gifts from the community. Houston Public Media combines broadcast and digital assets to serve residents of Southeast Texas with trusted local news and entertainment, as well as national programming from NPR and PBS. With a combined weekly audience of more than 1.5 million, Houston Public Media is committed to delivering content that expands minds and possibilities.