The 713: Commute Mode — August 21, 2026

the University of Houston cuts about 40 percent of its core curriculum, children’s hospitals warn that proposed Medicaid restrictions could deepen funding losses, and Galveston’s Margaritaville resort raises wildlife concerns. Sign up for the "To Houston, with Joy" newsletter at  www.houstonchronicle.com/newsletters/to-houston-with-joy/ Stories University of Houston cuts over 40% of core curriculum, including climate change and LGBT studies courses  Texas children’s hospitals warn proposed changes to Medicaid payments could cost them billions Houston federal judge questions viability of case against former Memorial Hermann transplant surgeon Brandon Herrera says he's a millionaire. His filings still don't back that up. Greg Abbott’s data center audit won’t be done before the election  Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee sues CenterPoint after lineman is fatally shocked on power lines    $700M Margaritaville resort in Galveston begins vertical construction despite pushback  Credits:  Forecast: Justin Ballard, Meteorologist Editing: Brian Rausch, Weekend Editor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices