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The 713: Commute Mode — July 31, 2026

In today's briefing, Harris County backs a local investigation of a fatal ICE shooting, the governor pitches health care affordability plans, and records show Harris County officials were allocated World Cup seats.

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Harris County leaders got dozens of free seats to the World Cup. See the data…

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