Election Facts, Toxic Chemicals, and Ike Dike Redesign

Could we be getting new state parks in our area? Also, what’s the latest on the Ike Dike? Raheel is joined by Political contributor and Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz and writer and contributor Shiyam Galyon to break down some of the biggest and most overlooked stories of the week in Houston.  2022 Election Reporting from the Chronicle, Dallas Morning News, and Houston Public Media.  New state parks and why Texas doesn’t have that many national parks  Ike Dike funding Interview with Peter Hotez  Fifth Ward chemical testing Child care shortage  Vaping in youth Our morning newsletter Hey Houston brings updates on local news to you daily. Sign up here. Make sure you stay connected to us by following us on Twitter and Instagram @CityCastHouston Or leave us a voicemail/text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! We love hearing from you!  Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let’s Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices