The 713: Commute Mode — September 25, 2026

The 713: Commute Mode · Sep 25, 2026 · 8m

Texas’ energy grid handled record demand without calls for conservation, Houston revises damage claims after police totaled a student’s car, and the University of Texas changes which courses count toward graduation.

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Stories:

Texas shattered energy demand records this summer. Here's why the grid barely broke a sweat.

Whitmire says Houston will review payout policy after police gunfire destroyed UH student's car

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