On Wednesday's show: With Donald Trump's second inauguration less than two weeks away and another session of the Texas Legislature just days away, we preview the early days of the second Trump administration and the 89th Texas Legislature as we discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.Also this hour: In this month's installment of The Full Menu, Houston food writers discuss their favorite places to get crawfish and other Cajun and Creole dishes.And we revisit the story of the time Russian leader Boris Yeltsin visited a Houston grocery store and the role it played in in ending communism.

On Tuesday's show: Inauguration Day is less than two weeks away, and with the incoming administration of Donald Trump come more questions about changes to immigration policy and possible deportations. We get some perspective on how Houstonians are preparing for an uncertain future.Also this hour: We discuss how to make arts and culture venues more accessible for the disabled.Then, our own Craig Cohen is the featured guest in the MFAH’s next installment of Movies Houstonians Love. He’s presenting a film he's probably seen a few too many times -- The Muppet Movie, which will screen this Saturday at 7 p.m.And Houston is one of six cities that will have a team in a new women's indoor professional volleyball league that begins play this week.

On Monday's show: Houstonians woke up to freezing temperatures this morning but little to no precipitation. Eric Berger of Space City Weather tells us how the winter weather played out across the region.Also this hour: We learn how poverty is affecting many in Greater Houston these days from Catholic Charities of the Houston-Galveston Archdiocese.Then, we offer Houstonians a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.And we recap the Texans game against the Titans to wrap up the regular season and preview the first round of the playoffs.

On Friday's show: Some cold weather is headed to Greater Houston late Sunday night into early Monday. We get details from Houston Chronicle meteorologist Justin Ballard.Also this hour: We welcome your questions about sleep and sleep disorders for Houston sleep expert Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula.And we reflect on The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of 2024.

On Thursday's show: A Houston Army veteran is the suspect in a bloody New Year's Day attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people and injured 30 more. We get the latest updates on this evolving story.Also this hour: As 2025 begins, we take a look at the year ahead and how Houstonians could be affected by far-reaching proposed changes in economic and immigration policy of the incoming Trump administration.And we learn about a new opera adaption of West Side Story from Houston Grand Opera.

On Friday's show: Since the death penalty was reinstated in 1976, Texas has led the nation in the number of executions carried out. But in recent years, those numbers have dwindled. We learn what a new report from the Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty shows about trends surrounding capital punishment in Texas.And News 88.7’s Patricia Ortiz shares the story of a family separated at the border and why at least two American citizens are, for the moment, on the other side.Also this hour: We reflect on the 25th anniversary of the Y2K scare and what lessons we learned from an apocalyptic scare that wasn't.Then, from news that heat-related illnesses are rising in Harris County, to Charlotte’s NBA team stepping into a proverbial “Hornets” nest with a PR gaffe involving a kid and a PlayStation 5, we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And Houstonians share some of the holiday songs that are meaningful to them as we revisit a 2020 edition of our Houston Matters Mixtape.

On Thursday's show: The death of a teen killed while crossing train tracks on his way to Milby High School has reignited calls for accountability and oversight of Union Pacific. The country’s largest rail company has now announced it will limit train operations near the school during traditional drop off and pickup hours.Also this hour: In this month's installment of The Bigger Picture, we reflect on Christmas movies over the years and what they say about America at the time they came out.And we ride The Polar Express train ride in Galveston.

On Wednesday's show: We reflect on the wild, intriguing year in politics that was 2024 in our weekly roundup.Also this hour: The holidays bring families across the country together, and loved ones who haven’t been able to spend time together can catch up and create new memories. But in those moments, that also means warning signs of neglect or changes in health in our elders can become more evident. So, how can you and your family watch out for signs of physical or cognitive decline while still respecting the people you care about?And it’s the time of year when many Houstonians make, eat, and share tamales. We talk about the many different types of tamales and the role they play in many holiday traditions.

On Tuesday's show: Two teenagers were killed and four others were injured over the weekend when someone reportedly shot a pistol into a crowd at a pop-up party in northeast Houston. We discuss what are essentially unsanctioned clubs operating in abandoned or unused buildings with Houston City Council Member Mario Castillo, who represents District H where this incident occurred.Also this hour: Living in a big, busy metropolitan area like Greater Houston is bound to test your patience. How can we all do better at being more patient with everything and everyone around us?And we revisit a conversation with Peter Sagal, host of NPR's Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me!

On Monday's show: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo fired back at Houston Mayor John Whitmire over comments about her mental health and political future. We recap what they’ve each said in recent days and why.Also this hour: After the shooting of a health care company executive in New York, Americans have shared many examples over the last week of health insurance claim denials. We learn about what leads to those denials, how the claims process works, and what resources exist for Houstonians to navigate that world.Then, we catch up with comedian and Houston native Sheng Wang ahead of a Dec. 28 performance at Bayou Music Center.And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke.