On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with Dr. Stacy Norton, an obstetrician and gynecologist with Houston Methodist Willowbrook, who discusses colon cancer risks, the warning signs to watch out for, and the importance of early detection, especially for women.  

Next, Dr. Sally-Ann Ashton, the inaugural director of the University of Houston-Downtown’s Center for Crime, Urban Research and Education, tells us how the center is bringing researchers, students, and law enforcement together to better understand what drives crime and how to prevent it.

In the second hour of the show, John McClain, a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame who’s also been covering the NFL in Houston for 50 years, joins us to share his thoughts on what we can expect from the Houston Texans’ upcoming new season.

Also, we discuss the future of nuclear energy with Ramanan Krishnamoorti, Vice President of Energy and Innovation at the University of Houston, who also explains what advancements have been made to make nuclear energy safer and more reliable. 

Plus, Ernie Manouse and Hello Houston’s new permanent co-host, Tessa Barrera, talk about today’s stories at the top of each hour, including Dallas Fort Worth International Airport canceling plans to install a facility for Islamic prayer and Caitlyn Jenner supporting two former NBA players who are planning to enter the WNBA’s draft.