The 713: Commute Mode - August 14, 2026

The 713: Commute Mode · Aug 14, 2026 · 9m

In today’s briefing, Houston’s top elected officials have new salary limits, ICE detained a Houston pastor at Bush Intercontinental Airport, and border security construction has begun at Big Bend National Park.

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Houston elected officials get first raises in 13 years, with council member pay hitting $80K

Houston pastor who led Seventh-day Adventist churches detained by ICE at George Bush Intercontinental Airport

Border construction is underway at Big Bend National Park. Here's what we know…