About this episode

The episode discusses the latest developments in politics, the state of the environment in Greater Houston, and the regulations surrounding service and emotional support animals.

On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. Also this hour: We continue our weeklong series examining the state of several areas of life in Greater Houston by discussing the state of the environment. And more and more people these days own dogs who serve as service animals or emotional support animals. But where can they venture in Houston and where can't they? And are there limits some area businesses can set? Watch

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