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Promising bipartisanship, Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa talks transitions and first steps for her administration. As she promised when she spoke with us before election day, Hinojosa is already taking steps to bring about change in Texas education. What does she plan to do, and what might limit the reach of her plans? We’ll take a closer look. Also, a conversation with the new attorney general…

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A bolt from the blue: Many Texans are still trying to absorb the implications of the midterms, but now a clearer picture is forming of what happened. It appears turnout made a big difference — not in terms of raw numbers, but where those Democratic gains happened. The Democrat who’s promising to take the politics out of the Attorney General’s office: We’ll hear more about what to expect from…

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For more than three decades, Republicans ruled Texas politics. This morning, that era is over. Historic gains for Texas Democrats — a political earthquake has shaken the Lone Star State, sending shockwaves across the country: a new governor, a new U.S. senator, and a dramatic shift in the balance of political power. How did it happen? What does it mean for Texas — and for the nation?

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It’s Election Day and all eyes are on Texas with several races polls are showing could come down to the wire. We’ll check in with our reporters across the state. We’ll also get some insight from one of our go-to political analysts about what to keep an eye on as results come in this evening. Promoters claim peptides can build strength, delay aging and more. Some lawmakers want the government to…

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The race for a U.S. Senate seat from Texas is the most talked-about ballot contest, but how much real-world impact can the winner actually have? Other stories on this day before the midterms: A much less talked-about contest for the keeper of the state’s accounts is also soon to be decided. Why have schools have become a major issue in the race for state comptroller?

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On this last day of early voting, one thing is for certain: Texas will have a new attorney general. We’ll have a look at who’s in the running and why it matters so much. Also, a closer look at the person who’s transformed that office: What brought Ken Paxton to the place he is today — as the GOP candidate for a hotly contested and closely watched U.S. Senate seat. Also, who is keeping an eye on…

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Could control of the Lone Star State come down to turnout in smaller Texas cities? A look at dueling rallies in Lubbock and what they add up to. Other stories we’re tracking: One of the most powerful offices in Texas is up for grabs yet seemingly far from the media spotlight. What’s at stake in the contest for Texas Land Commissioner and why it matters so much. Nearly 2 million Texas voters land…

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The Prairieland 22 is a podcast from our partners at KERA News and NTX Now. We’re sharing these episodes Wednesday nights. Episode 2: Antifa, TX The Prairieland defendants lawyer up as America reacts to the shooting – and the shooting of a prominent conservative activist. Meanwhile, Trump’s Justice Department prepares the first terrorism case against “antifa.” But is antifa even an organization?

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It’s been three decades since Texas had a Democratic governor — or a female one. We’ll have a conversation looking at what we can learn from when Ann Richards held the office. Texas leads the country in oil production. We also lead in wind energy. But how far away is Texas from a hydrogen-fueled economy? Reporting about the immigration crackdown across the U.S. has primarily focused on big…

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With just a week to go before Election Day, a look at how the governor’s race will make history no matter who wins. Also, how the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders got a raise and formed a new union. And is there a conservative takeover of the University of Texas at Austin? A Texas Monthly article digs in. Plus, a conversation with author E. R. Bills on the new investigative book, “Devil of Devils…

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An attempt to empower LGBTQ+ students or a bid to agitate Texas voters ahead of election day? A Republican district attorney in West Texas has opened a criminal investigation into pamphlets received by households across the state purporting to be from a transgender rights group. Also, a reporter uses Friday night lights to try and get a glimpse into potential changes in Texas politics.

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On the eve of the midterms, Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa is running neck and neck with incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Abbott in many polls. Hinojosa joins us on today’s show to make her case. Also, a closer look Vikki Goodwin, the Democrat giving Dan Patrick a run for his money in the lieutenant governor’s race. Plus, a rising star on the conservative side: What’s fueling the buzz around…

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Record voter registration numbers point to what appear to be new records set in early voting. What do they tell us about the midterms in Texas? Also, Meta blocks an Instagram account for a No Kings protest, stoking fears of online political shenanigans — or worse — from a major social media company. Omar Gallaga joins us with what’s known and what’s not. The Standard’s Michael Marks on another…

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The Prairieland 22 is a podcast from our partners at KERA News and NTX Now. We’re sharing these episodes Wednesday nights. Episode 1: “4th of July Party!” July 4, 2025. A protest, the shooting of a police officer, and a case the government cites as an example of a growing domestic terrorism threat: “Antifa.” Over the next year, 22 people would be arrested for the nonfatal shooting of an…

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Democrat Bobby Pulido is leading a poll in Texas’ Congressional District 15 that had heavily favored Trump. The district’s Latinos may be leaning even further left. Some Texas school districts shifted toward a four-day school week during the pandemic. Now there may be legislation to discourage that. Texas is considering doing away with a program meant to serve children across the state with autism.

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Early voting is underway. We’ll go over five things to watch for as Texans cast ballots in races that are too close to call. Is the state of Texas trying to sell a beloved beachfront state park to Elon Musk? Plus, how school cafeterias are coping amid rising costs and cuts to federal food assistance. And why out-of-state colleges are increasing their effort to recruit students from Texas.

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The border is secure, but there’s a border emergency. Why the difference between two GOP narratives? We’ll have a closer look. The first in-person votes are being cast in the Texas midterms today as early voting kicks off. The Standard’s Michael Marks joins us with a look at the race for agriculture commissioner, and how one of the most talked-about issues has little to do with farm policy and…

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A border wall cutting through Big Bend is on hold, but something connected to the wall still has many locals unsettled. This week saw a debate between candidates hoping to represent what is geographically the biggest congressional district in Texas, and the stakes for both parties are high. Texas Public Radio’s David Martin Davies tells us more. Also, the week in politics with the Texas Tribune.

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The last time a Democrat served as Texas governor was decades ago. Is that about to change? For years, politics-watchers have all but dismissed the prospect of a Democrat being elected governor in deep-red Texas. But polls suggest the closest gubernatorial race in recent memory between incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott and challenger Gina Hinojosa. Two veteran political analysts consider the potential…

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A new poll from the Texas Politics Project suggests the Republican winning streak in the Lone Star State faces its toughest test yet. It’s cotton picking season in Texas. Scientists studying wild cotton and its ancestral origins hope older genetic traits could eventually strengthen the varieties farmers plant today. And: One of the most durable sayings about Texas pride gets a reality…

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What’s next for Camp Mystic as a judge rules wrongful death lawsuits filed by parents can move forward. Republican Monica De La Cruz is seeking a third term in Texas’ 15th Congressional District, where Democrat Bobby Pulido, a Tejano singer and first-time candidate, is challenging her. The South Texas race will test whether recent Republican gains among Latino voters can hold.

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New details from a deposition more than a decade old shed light on how Ken Paxton has amassed his wealth. Could they rattle the tight Texas U.S. Senate race?A new military push for AI, and an outsized role for Texas. Why some say the process is moving too fast.San Antonio’s Fiesta will look different in 2027, with its longtime Night in Old San Antonio canceled. What’s changing and what could come…

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President Trump’s performance in the Rio Grande Valley surprised many observers of the 2024 election. But was that that the start of a trend, or just a blip on the political radar? A new professional sports league is hoping to spur new interest in an ancient practice. The Sumo Championship League’s first-ever event is happening this weekend outside of Austin. Vincent Valdez has spent…

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Texas school districts appear increasingly suspicious of STAAR test results graded by a computer system. We’ll dig into what’s going on. Republican candidate for railroad commission Bo French recently drew criticism from many in his own party for comments widely labeled racist. We’ll look at the potential impact on the rest of the ballot. Texas leads the way in the number of recent ICE arrests…

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The midterms are just around the corner and we’re watching several competitive races in the Texas House. We’ll have details on some of those races. A botched execution in Tennessee is having immediate impacts in Texas. A look at why the 2009 Fort Hood shooter will be executed by firing squad. Meanwhile, there’s a push to spiritualize the military. We’ll share a report about the creation of a…

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With less than two weeks to go before the first in-person early votes are cast in the midterms in Texas, great expectations are rising among Democrats here and nationwide with polls and pundits alike predicting big gains. We’ll break down the what, where and why. So stressed or frustrated you just want to scream? Welcome to the club: The Dallas Yell Club. We’ll hear what that’s all about. Also…

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The first Monday in October means the U.S. Supreme Court is back to work. We’ll have an early look at the docket, what Texans should watch for and more. A red-hot congressional race in a huge district — a contest between YouTube gun rights supporter Brandon Herrerra and child rights advocate Katy Padilla Stout — is drawing a lot of attention. We’ll explore why the race for the 23rd is so…

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Remember redistricting in Texas? The plan was to try to secure more surefire wins for Republicans. Now we’re seeing some surprises. We’ll have the details today. And another political surprise possibly in the making: The governor’s race, initially not expected to be much of a battle for Gov. Abbott, is forcing many to reconsider. We’ll hear more. Also, do public libraries have a return on…

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In Texas’ biggest metro, Houston, a vote looms to tell police whether to deprioritize marijuana cases. But even if it gets the green light, will it make a difference? Also, the latest on an alleged threat on the Texas capitol and a possible change of heart over a border wall in the Big Bend region. Where things stand on the push to get police connected to AI. Tech expert Omar Gallaga tells us why…

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If you’ve consumed any media with commercials lately you know why the race for U.S. Senate between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico has become so expensive. We’ll dig into the details. With the election now just weeks away, it’s worth making sure your voter registration is in order. A backlog is affecting a lot of Texans. We’ll walk you through how to fix things.

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The remnants of Hurricane Polo are expected to bring heavy rainfall and possible flooding across much of the state. We’ll have the details. It’s been a year since a gunman opened fire at an ICE office in Dallas. We’ll hear from the wife of one of the victims — a man who was in ICE custody. Plus, the Endangered Species Act protects animals from extinction. Now, the Trump administration’s…

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Artificial intelligence is developing fast, and if you think it’s impacting life now, just wait. This is a special edition of the Texas Standard — “The New Wild West: Texans on the AI frontier.” What happens when you press that return button in ChatGPT? We’ll follow the energy-intensive requests. We’ll also explore the life-changing benefits AI can offer, and we’ll weigh that against privacy…

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Tens of thousands of unprocessed voter registrations were never forwarded to county officials for processing, leading to chaos and questions. If you registered to vote through the DPS, such as when you were updating your driver’s license, you may want to check with county officials who are now working through a backlog of forms they should have received long ago. We’ll talk to the reporter who…

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Last year’s tragedy at Camp Mystic moves into the realm of criminal investigation, with search warrant requests by the Texas Rangers. As many Texas communities try to push back on more data centers, they often find local officials can’t do much. How did Texas find itself in this position? What new studies are revealing about the connection between AI and what robots will do…

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A shooting involving immigration enforcement is under investigation in Austin — and it’s sparked protests. Also, a federal judge has ordered Texas to air condition every state prison by the end of 2029. We’ll look at the years-long fight over extreme heat behind bars. Houston’s new homeless services center in East Downtown has been open for about three and a half months. We’ll hear how the…

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Do data centers help local economies? The largest one is under construction in West Texas and could provide some answers. Also, we’ll get an update on the ICE shooting of Wilber Rafael Garces Perez in Austin and take a look at the use of deadly force by ICE on city streets across the country. Plus, the struggle to pay for childcare in Texas. Texas Standard reporter Sarah Asch takes us to a Texas…

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Another ICE shooting in Texas, this time in the Texas capital city on Sunday. Also, what could be an important week of speeches and negotiations in New York. UT’s Michael Mosser joins the Standard with more on what to look for, and what’s at stake at the UN general assembly gathering. With much of the UN focused on current conflicts, we’ll hear how an expansion of the war between the U.S.

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In the Big Bend region, local businesses are banding together to push back against border wall construction. Growing food insecurity in rural areas is on par with some of the country’s biggest cities amid changes to federal nutrition programs. In the fight against the spread of a destructive parasite, a look at what may be a gaping hole in the strategy. A new warning about the New World screwworm.

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As concerns grow over data centers in Texas, something is conspicuously missing: Reliable data on the impact. We’ll have a look at the search for real numbers. A global conference on energy wraps in Houston as gas prices reach wallet-slimming levels across the Lone Star State. We’ll hear more on the G20 energy summit and ask about a possible disconnect. Facebook’s parent company Meta claims to be…

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We assume the hundreds of new data centers popping up across Texas use quite a bit of water, but we’ll look at why we don’t know for sure. Texas has a program to help expand access to preschool. But why do some providers say it’s having unintended consequences? Republican candidate for the Texas railroad commission Bo French put dozens of UT students in an unexpected spotlight with a racist social…

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Texas pulled smokable hemp out of stores but it’s still available in other forms. So, what does the law say now? A North Texas community weathered a recent wildfire but still lacks basic resources for another emergency. And there’s a rise in dangerous ectopic pregnancies and it varies by state. We’ll delve into what’s happening in Texas. Dallas-raised, best-selling author R.F.

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Rural Texas has long been a GOP stronghold, but one issue could make a top statewide race more competitive than previously thought. We’ll look at how data centers have emerged as critical in the Texas gubernatorial contest. Some Texas institutions of higher learning are encouraging students to use AI. We’ll dig into why. Public libraries in Texas aren’t just for checking out books anymore.

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There’s a lot to talk about in Texas on a daily basis and Texas Standard wants to get to as much as we can. But sometimes that means taking a great conversation and making it much shorter than we’d like. Such is the case with one this week with longtime Texas politico Ben Barnes. Our David Brown talked with him about his new memoir “Get It Done: Seven Decades of Lessons from a Political Legend.”…

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25 years since 9/11, in which a series of coordinated attacks on the U.S. marked the end of one era and the start of another. We’ll share some stories of Texans whose lives were impacted. A first-of-its-kind midterm political convention wraps up in Dallas. Did Republicans move the needle with just two months to go before midterms? Caroline Love of KERA North Texas joins us with a closer look.

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How might AI-generated images affect a high-stakes political contest in Texas? Rice University political professor Mark Jones joins the Standard to talk about how Ken Paxton’s campaign is hoping to win votes with AI-generated images of his Democratic opponent, James Talarico. Also: Some top-line takeaways from the first day of a first-of-its-kind GOP midterm convention underway in Dallas.

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Costs for air conditioning are so high that some on limited incomes are trying to do without. But with temperatures also at extremes, that’s leading to some grave outcomes for seniors, in particular. The GOP’s unconventional convention is in Texas for a reason — and part of that is the state’s fundraising power. We’ll take a closer look. And do your feelings about AI change if it helps you save…

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While all eyes are on the upcoming midterm election, there are signs one particular Texan is looking at running for president again. Is Ted Cruz gearing up for 2028? Also, why Democrats see James Talarico’s Senate run as an opportunity to gain votes in parts of West Texas that have been reliably red for decades. And Texas political luminary Ben Barnes joins us to talk about his new…

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This Labor Day holiday marks 15 years since the most destructive wildfire in recorded Texas history — measured not by acres burned, but by homes lost. The Bastrop County Complex Fire was just one of more than 30,000 that ignited in 2011 — by far the worst year since the Texas A&M Forest Service has been keeping track. It was spurred by an unprecedented one-year drought. Today on the Texas Standard…

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Following the money: What are super PAC donations telling us about Texas’ closely watched U.S. Senate race? Democrat James Talarico is outfundraising his Republican rival Ken Paxton big time. Who’s writing the checks and what does the money add up to in a high-stakes midterm? Also, as the GOP puts finishing touches on next week’s national convention in Dallas, a closer look at the Bush Family…

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Tarrant County, a big Texas county seen by some as key in the upcoming midterms, cuts the number of polling places. We’ll have the backstory. It’s not political convention season — or is it? What looks like an unconventional convention set for Dallas. Also, more on a mysterious kidney disease that’s arrived in Texas hitting young men from Central America especially hard. We’ll hear what health…

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$27 million a day. That’s how much Texas hospitals are losing because of a disagreement with the Trump administration over Medicaid funding. We’ll have the details. Much of the talk of the November election in Texas has focused on the race for U.S. Senate. But who will be Texas’ next attorney general? We’ll share a closer look at candidates Mayes Middleton and Nathan Johnson. As tropical winds and…

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Tropical Storm Edouard heads toward the Texas coast. What to expect as it makes landfall. An update on recovery efforts in Nepal, where Texans are among the missing. How Texas is helping mount a defense against hackers who broke into systems that control water infrastructure across the U.S. New laws take effect as September begins. We’ll highlight some of the big ones…

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Liftoff for a mission set to answer cosmic mysteries. We’ll go over the main objectives and the West Texas connection for NASA’s new Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. This summer, thousands of enlisted troops were forced out of a major Texas base over dangerous living conditions — the tip of the iceberg when it comes to barracks in disrepair. Also, why some activists say a Lubbock library is…

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Texas frees immigration officer Christian Castro, who is wanted for a shooting in Minnesota, raising critical legal and practical questions about federalism. An attempt by the Trump administration to lower beef prices has many Texas ranchers upset. Also, a look at what appears to be a groundbreaking new treatment in Texas for people with Parkinsons using ultrasound to stop tremors.

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Ottawa and Washington may seem distant to many Texans, but increasing rhetoric between the two has Texas in the crosshairs. We’ll examine how a trade war between allies could wind up costing Texas billions. Other stories we’re tracking: A historic multibillion dollar settlement from Meta has been reached over the use of social media by young people. What changes, what doesn’t and what it may mean…

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Tens of thousands of acres are burning in West Texas. We’ll check in on containment efforts and the ongoing wildfire risk. Republicans from all over the country will be gathering in Texas soon to drum up support for the November election. We’ll have a look at how the Texas GOP has evolved. Chinese biotech firms have become a major force in the global pharmaceutical market. We’ll look at what…

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The data center backlash has lawmakers rolling back plans to expand high-power transmission lines. We’ll have a look at what it means for rural residents. Also, how seniors are coping with the high cost of food. Plus, if you have pet, you know veterinary care can be costly. That has some families skipping a trip to the vet. A Texas organization steps in to help. Also, mapping extreme heat: Why…

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Texas youth prisons go on lockdown after assaults on correctional staff, with one official saying young detainees are “becoming more violent and more aggressive.” We’ll hear about the effects of the lockdown and what happens next. Why are we seeing a surge in food safety concerns and outbreaks of illness in Texas and other states? We’ll dive in and share some steps on staying safe.

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How rising childcare costs and shrinking funds to help families is costing the state dearly, and why some fear a change at the federal level could make things worse. Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico’s flooding the airwaves with ads. Meanwhile, striking silence from his Republican challenger. Is Ken Paxton just keeping his powder dry in the weeks before elections, or is this a…

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A federal judge orders answers to the question of why families are being held so long at a detention center in South Texas. We’ll have the story. After a state takeover of schools in Houston, officials tout rising scores for schools, but are those grades being artificially inflated at the expense of students themselves? We’ll hear about an exclusive investigation by the Houston Chronicle. Also…

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At what some have described as Texas’ flagship university, the University of Texas at Austin, a proposed change in core requirements for graduation. We’ll delve into why now and what it means. In a North Texas city, some backyards are said to be disappearing with every new rainfall. We’ll hear about what’s happening in Arlington and what can be done. Also, a surrogate mother comes to…

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Border construction in Big Bend National Park is paused — for now. We’ll have an overview of the damage done and what’s next. Texas received billions from a federal program meant to help provide high-speed internet to underserved communities. But why is it pausing new projects? Texas is home to the largest detention camp in the country. A year after the opening of the detention facility at Fort…

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The report cards are in — not for students, but for Texas public schools, inching some districts closer to a state takeover. We’ll have details and more. Paxton v. Roblox: Why the Texas attorney general — and Republican senate candidate —has put a popular gaming platform in his legal crosshairs. Also, what some describe as a little like Bitcoin with a “Come-and-Take-It” attitude: Today…

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Tens of thousands of Texas families who received state money to send students to private schools are giving it back. We’ll explore why. Texas cities are watching the back and forth between the Trump administration and the courts over a federal program critics say could put thousands of Texans at risk for re-entering homelessness. John Cornyn and James Talarico have come out against imminent…

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Children are being held in Texas detention centers far longer than legal limits allow. We’ll have a check-in on the immigration crackdown. People and politicians have rallied around their dislike of data centers. What does this PR problem mean for tech companies? We’ll check in on why an El Paso project might not be affected by Gov. Greg Abbott’s new data center regulations. It’s been nearly a…

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In Corpus Christi, residents succeed in getting the Fair Water Amendment on the November ballot. We’ll delve into the details of what’s in the amendment and what comes next. A look at how Flock Safety cameras are tracking vehicles and why there’s a backlash statewide. Plus, Texans love their pickup trucks — and there’s more to love as the vehicles get bigger. But larger sizes potentially mean more…

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The Trump administration wants to revamp Head Start. How the changes could cost the state and impact teachers. President Trump has ordered changes to federal childhood vaccine recommendations, but the executive order does not automatically change requirements for Texas schools. Law enforcement says Flock cameras that read license plates help solve crimes. But in Houston there are growing…

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President Trump says the governor’s pause on data centers is a mistake. What it means as the industry pushes to expand. Supporters of the state takeover of Houston public schools tout it as success for overall student achievement. But critics say it’s come at the expense some high-achieving students. Does a strategy for managing rapid economic growth in North Texas offer lessons for…

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New details are emerging about the first year of Texas’ school voucher program. We’ll explain who received the vouchers and why critics still have questions. Texas cotton-growers are facing rising costs and falling demand. Our own Michael Marks looks at a new effort to revive one of the state’s signature crops. Austin Sketch Fest returns for its 17th year, featuring headlining acts like Saturday…

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New reporting is raising questions about State Rep. James Talarico’s voting address. We’ll explain what it found and why it matters. Construction crews have arrived inside Big Bend National Park as plans for a new border wall move forward. We’ll hear the latest from reporters on the ground. Could stores be charging you a different price than someone else? We’ll explain how the practice works and…

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Texas A&M professors are suing the university system over restrictions on teaching about race and gender identity. We’ll discuss the legal challenge. Some Latino voters in Texas who supported Donald Trump in 2024 say they’re reconsidering that decision ahead of this year’s midterm elections. We’ll hear what’s driving the shift. The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply…

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A look at why Sen. John Cornyn decided to back President Trump’s choice for Attorney General, Todd Blanche, after all — and what’s next. Also, why Gov. Greg Abbott has hit the brakes on any new data center projects for now. Plus, the late U.S. Rep. Kay Granger’s enduring legacy. And plans are underway in Austin for a new housing development for victims of human trafficking and children fleeing…

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A voter purge is being rolled back in Texas after some eligible voters were wrongly flagged as potential noncitizens. We’ll discuss what happened and what it means ahead of the midterms. Also, for recent college graduates across Texas, the job market can be a difficult reality check. We’ll look at why landing that first job is proving tougher than many expected. Plus…

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Columbine. Sandy Hook. Santa Fe High School. Robb Elementary: Touchstones for a sense of shared tragedy. School shootings have become a part of modern life, but what do we remember of the event that opened this chapter 60 years ago? On Aug. 1, 1966, a sniper climbed to the top of the University of Texas Tower, opening fire on an unsuspecting public below. No one had any way to make sense of it.

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Texas public radio stations teamed up to tell the story of what happened after the July 4, 2025, floods — then deadly storms hit again. A conversation on how “After the Flood” updated its coverage. After years of being legal, possessing products containing Delta-8 is about to be a felony in Texas. We’ll have a look at how we got to this point. A state sales tax break for data centers may be…

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A new poll has James Talarico up five points over Ken Paxton in the race for U.S. Senate. We’ll have a look at how money and scandal could factor in. Texas shifted a lot of foster care responsibilities to third party contractors about a decade ago — but now, many have closed their doors. We’ll find out what we can learn from a key example. There’s a civil war of sorts going on at a Houston…

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Heavy rains replenished reservoirs and helped Corpus Christi delay a water emergency. We’ll explore how city leaders will use the extra time. Also ahead: Concerns over data centers cross party lines in rural parts of the state. Democrats are using the issue to win over some Republican voters. Plus, the latest “Map the Meal Gap” study shows Texas has the largest number of residents coping with food…

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Policies in Texas over when children should be removed from their parents are shifting. What do experts say about the changes? Ken Paxton just lost a step in the first major case against an alleged violator of Texas’ abortion ban. We’ll dig into what the ruling may indicate about the law. There have long been talks about connecting parts of Texas by rail, but a route between Austin and San Antonio…

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Midland ISD claims the way schools are funded has turned them into the state’s tax collector — in violation of the Texas constitution. We’ll dig into what this means and why it matters way beyond Midland. Recent flooding in South Texas brings something dangerous to the surface: Breakaway buoys in the Rio Grande. In a dystopian future, a young woman tries to make sense of her world…

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As cleanup continues after massive rains in the Hill Country, a storm from the east threatens the Texas Gulf Coast. An update on Tropical Storm Bertha: After making landfall in Louisiana, the storm headed back into the gulf. Forecasters fear it could loop back into South Texas. Texas’ World Cup summer has come and gone — almost. In Houston, an early accounting of the impact. San Antonio — a center…

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President Trump is trying to renegotiate trade agreements with our nearest neighbors —again. Why is Canada so upset? Much has been made over the political leanings of the Texas Rio Grande Valley. How are things looking for Senate candidates James Talarico and Ken Paxton in the run-up to November? An iconic LGBT night spot is facing a shutdown threat — so what happened to the San Antonio mayor’s…

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Torrential rain and flash flooding have swelled lakes in the Hill Country, forcing authorities to open floodgates. Also, why many major donors who supported Sen. John Cornyn are not backing Ken Paxton. Also, how Texas became a leader in semiconductor chip exports — and why the industry is now booming. Plus, a fashion show in Dallas puts models with disabilities at the center of the runway.

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After a week of devastating floods in the Hill Country, it’s now about clean-up and recovery. We’ll have the latest from Kerrville and more. There are two dead and hundreds rescued after floodwaters rose to record levels for a second time in as many years last week. Concerns are now about the effects downstream. In Uvalde, the flooding is testing the resilience of a community. Also…

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There are two confirmed fatalities in Texas’ Hill Country as rescues continue and precipitation finally begins to taper off. We’ll have an update on the flooding across Texas from Lucio Vasquez of the Texas Newsroom standing by in Kerrville. Rising food prices aren’t just making it tougher for more Texas families, but also for pantries and food banks trying to bridge the gap. We’ll hear what they’…

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Life-threatening floods hit parts of the Texas Hill Country as the Guadalupe River swells and flood emergencies and warnings go out. In the aftermath of shootings in Maine and Texas, a pause in ICE policy ends only hours after the change went into effect. We’ll have more from Houston’s historic East End on how the shooting has galvanized residents there. Also, the death of a Dallas…

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More wet weather for portions of Texas’ flash flood alley: A look at the forecast and warning systems put in place since last year’s deadly storms. Cities across Texas have responded to the issue of homelessness in a variety of ways. Is it worth considering a broader approach? People in Texas have been working to send relief to earthquake-devastated Venezuela, but some have questions…

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A legal battle over the deep discounts on water bills Corpus Christi gave major companies amid a looming water crisis. Why some of the new power plants for data centers are using the same permits as dry cleaners and auto body shops that don’t require an environmental review. A new effort to help more students in foster care get college degrees. What rising beef prices mean for Texas…

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Supporters call it the most important housing legislation in decades, but what does the new housing law mean for everyday Texans? In Texas’ closely watched U.S. Senate race, a challenge to what’s become conventional wisdom about Democratic nominee James Talarico and his appeal to Texas’ Black voters. An apparent end to the ceasefire with Iran and where that leaves consumers in Texas.

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The latest on this week’s fatal shooting by ICE in Houston, described by Mexico’s president as part of a broader pattern of mistreatment of Mexican migrants. We’ll talk with reporters in Houston and in Mexico City. Frisco has become one of the nation’s fastest-growing hubs for Indian American families, businesses and culture. But the North Texas city has also seen a rise in anti-Indian…

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Many eyes in higher education are focused on Texas and whether we’re starting to see the fruits of a landmark rethink of two-year colleges. More on the significance of enrollment numbers rising at Texas community colleges. In a deep red North Texas suburb, something that might have been considered unheard of not that long ago: why Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico appears to be…

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A new report by ProPublica and the Texas Tribune alleges Ken Paxton, the Republican now in a dead heat against Democrat James Talarico in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, may have broken the law by casting ballots outside the district where he resides. We’ll hear details. A priestly group with churches in Texas has been excommunicated by the Vatican. We’ll discuss what this means for the group — the…

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The U.S. Supreme Court declines to block Texas from verifying the age of app-users. We’ll dig into what it means for parents, kids and others. We continue to remember lives lost in the Hill Country flood a year ago, including beloved Houston artist Tim Walker, whose work lives on in the Bayou City. Plus, a memorial in the Sandy Creek neighborhood honors victims of the July 4…

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The CDC is trying to get to the bottom of a parasitic infection causing sickness in Texas and other parts of the country. The current spike in gastrointestinal illness has hit Texas, New York, Illinois and Michigan the hardest so far. We’ll hear what medical experts say about the dangers, possible causes and recommendations to stay healthy. Many might think of fire ants as being as Texan as…

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This weekend marks a year since the deadly and devastating Hill Country floods. Now, a final report is out for the Texas Legislature on what happened at Camp Mystic one year ago. We’ll also hear from a University of Texas at Arlington researcher developing a comprehensive warning system to save future lives. Also, the story of the Hill Country couple hailed as heroes in the aftermath of last year’…

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In the year since the Hill Country floods, how much has changed, and what hasn’t? A communication breakdown was heavily blamed for the large loss of life during last year’s floods. Neena Satija of The Texas Newsroom tells us about signs of change along the banks of the Guadalupe. Plus, a closer look at a less-talked-about site of the disaster, where the response has been far more limited.

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The Trump administration says immigration crackdowns target the worst of the worst, but what do the numbers say? We’ll dig into the details of a Houston Chronicle analysis of immigration arrest data in Texas and what the numbers suggest about who’s really getting rounded up by immigration enforcement. Also, the U.S. military reverses course on vaccines after flu numbers rise at bases like San…

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It’s the last official day of the U.S. Supreme Court’s term. Among the decisions — whether to end birthright citizenship. Dust from the Saharan Desert traveled thousands of miles to Texas, creating hazy skies and air quality concerns. Smaller herds mean higher beef prices. Our Michael Marks has the all the details. The largest virtual school in Texas is closing. What happened to the Lone Star…

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A much-awaited decision from the U.S. Supreme Court expands the range of presidential power over regulators with a caveat. Bernie Sanders keynotes as Texas Democrats convene in Corpus Christi to prepare for the midterms. We’ll look at the signals they’re sending in the run-up to November. The state Board of Education made national headlines with a vote to add Bible passages to the public school…

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On July 4th, 2025, devastating floodwaters ripped through the Texas Hill Country, killing more than 130 people. After the Flood, a new podcast from the Texas Newsroom and PBS’s Frontline, has followed survivors over the last year and tries to find out why this happened – and whether it could happen again. In this first episode, you’ll hear what happened during those harrowing early morning…

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