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On Monday\u2019s show: A recent study into pay equity among Harris County employees has come under fire<\/a> from county commissioners and has led to some fear among county workers. We learn more.<\/p>\n

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Then, Houston Mayor John Whitmire\u2019s political party of more than five decades admonished him<\/a> on Sunday, barring the lifelong Democrat from receiving its endorsement in the future.<\/p>\n

And we remember longtime Houston television news anchor Dave Ward<\/a>, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 86.<\/p>\n

Also this hour: We talk with longtime labor advocate Rick Levy, who recently retired<\/a> from the Texas AFL-CIO.<\/p>\n

Then, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller<\/a> answers questions about pet care.<\/p>\n

And we get an update on Houston sports.<\/p>\n

Audio from today\u2019s show will be available after 11 a.m. CT. We also offer a free podcast here<\/a>, on iTunes<\/a>, Stitcher<\/a> and other apps.<\/p>\n

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