Toll Tag Scam, Measles Outbreak, & Major ICE Operation
Episode description
It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by Deborah Duncan, host of Great Day Houston at KHOU Channel 11. They dig into the news you need to know from this week, from the measles outbreak in Texas to the big drop in HISD’s enrollment, and what it all means for Houstonians. Plus, it’s time to rodeo! H-town’s iconic event kicks off today with the BBQ cook-off, trail riders and much more!
Learn more about the stories we talked about today:
- ICE says 118 people were arrested in Colony Ridge operation, but offers few details
- A Texas child who was not vaccinated has died of measles, a first for the US in a decade
- Houston ISD lost nearly 7,400 students in 2024-25 academic year, new enrollment data shows
- Houston ISD showcases controversial New Education System to other districts, charters
- RodeoHouston BBQ Cookoff | Your guide to the ultimate Texas barbecue experience
- Thousands of rodeo trail riders will fill Houston streets soon. Here's when and where to see them.
If you enjoyed today's interview with Destination Bryan's PR & Communication Coordinator, Lina Adams, learn more here.
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