The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1602: The Tragedy of the Commons

Episode: 1602 The tragedy of the commons revisited. Today, the tragedy of the commons.
This preview is provided by The Woodlands News. Full article available at .
By Dr. John Lienhard at Houston Public Media · · 1 min read

Episode: 1602 The tragedy of the commons revisited. Today, the tragedy of the commons.
This preview is provided by The Woodlands News. Full article available at .
Local journalism across Texas, Florida, and national newsrooms — part of the Nexcom Media network of independent publications.
Recent reporting and curated coverage across every beat we cover.

Episode: 1602 The tragedy of the commons revisited. Today, the tragedy of the commons.

The stormy weekend was just the beginning! ABC13 Weather Watches are out for Monday and Tuesday with an increasing risk for street flooding from heavy downpours.

Neighbors helped each other clean up after strong winds, hail, and heavy rain brought down tree branches and damaged fences in northwest Harris County.

Dallas Stadium is gearing up for its ninth and final World Cup match on Tuesday as Spain faces France in a high-stakes semifinal.

HPD said two people died in a crash on the Eastex Freeway near Beltway 8 after an accident involving an 18-wheeler. Houston TranStar cameras captured a car fire following the accident.

From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.

Sen. Mitch McConnell is revealing for the first time that a fall led to his hospitalization.

Businesses across the Greater Houston area are celebrating “713 Day," where the date matches the city's most well-known zip code.

Officials say the crash is in the southbound lanes of I-69 around the exit ramp to Beltway 8.

Texas is activating emergency resources as heavy rain and flash flooding threaten much of the state this week, with officials urging Texans to stay weather aware and avoid flooded roads.

A woman who went missing after floodwaters swept her Missouri home from its foundation was found dead Saturday as severe storms and heavy rainfall continued to impact parts of the Midwest and South.

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has died at the age of 71. Graham's office released a statement early Sunday morning saying he died following a "brief and sudden" illness.

A disturbance between two men escalated into a fatal shooting in Grimes County on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another in law enforcement custody, authorities said.

Lindsey Graham's relationship with Donald Trump was a roller coaster.

The Seattle Seahawks are being sold to the Khosla family, including Vinod Khosla, in accordance with the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen, the team announced on Saturday.

When deputies arrived at the scene, they reported finding a man with multiple gunshot wounds and another man who admitted to shooting him.

Precinct 4 officials said an investigation is underway after a vehicle crashed into a residence near Atascocita, causing minor injuries.

New data from pet sitting platform TrustedHousesitters has revealed the most popular dog breed in each state.

The tropics remain relatively quiet for July, no complaints here.

Two people were found shot to death inside a home in southeast Houston early Sunday morning in what police are investigating as a double homicide committed by an outstanding third party.

Two suspects reportedly fled a Katy Walmart after stealing over $1,200 of merchandise.

The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding facility for migrant families and unaccompanied children next to an airport hub, positioning itself to speed up deportations.

Investigators said the driver was impaired and failed to control his speed before hitting the bicycle, sending the cyclist to the hospital, where he later died.

A domestic dispute escalated into a fatal shooting late Wednesday evening in southeast Houston when a man shot his fiancée’s daughter’s boyfriend in the chest, Houston Police officials said.

The Houston Police Department said it is looking for the person who shot and killed a man and a woman in a home in Houston's southside.

NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel have paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend and advocate of trans-Atlantic ties.

Deeper Gulf moisture keeps pouring in this weekend, so expect more clouds and higher rain chances. Scattered showers bring isolated thunderstorms through the afternoon across the Houston area on Sunday.

Fellow elected officials and world leaders are remembering Sen. Lindsey Graham as a dedicated public servant and fighter for world peace.

Iran said it considers the Strait of Hormuz closed once again after a vessel using an "unauthorized route" was struck by a warning shot. U.S. Central Command said a short time later that its forces began a third round of strikes against Iran.

A bipartisan bill designed to make homes more affordable for Americans is now law, despite no signature from President Donald Trump on Friday. Supporters call the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act the most comprehensive housing reform in at least 30 years. Here's what to know.

Episode: 1601 Mother dirt. Today, let's play in the dirt.

A shooting near a street festival killed two people and wounded four others on Saturday in Toronto, Canada, prompting police to warn of an active shooter before later saying the scene was secure.

Houston TranStar cameras captured the box truck in pursuit. HCSO said the suspects were allegedly stealing more than $1,200 in merchandise.

On Saturday, more than a hundred people protested in front of Houston City Hall and marched downtown over the death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

According to court records, a former jail officer was charged after he was accused of kneeling on the inmate's neck, causing his death in September 2024.

This Week in Texas, we talk about the fatal shooting in Houston involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as Gina Hinojosa's proposal for $1500 for every Texas household.

The Afghan women's soccer team has made a new home in Houston after they were flown out of their home country during the U.S. withdrawal and Taliban takeover five years ago.

The calendar says July, but it's never too early to start thinking about football!

Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., says he and members of his congressional delegation were detained by armed Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank near the Palestinian village of Khirbet Zanuta.

Salgado Araujo was shot Tuesday morning during what ICE has called a “targeted enforcement operation.” He was traveling to work with three other men in his car.
Free weekly digest. Local news that actually matters — no spam, no clickbait, easy unsubscribe.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy. We never sell your data.