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October 2, 2024

The religious backdrop surrounding debate over migrant aid

By: David Brown

Looking for zingers in last night’s vice-presidential debate? You might come up short. What does it add up to just five weeks out from Election Day?
We’ll talk with a Texas-based political expert about what may be the last real faceoff between Republicans and Democrats before the presidential election.
A rocket attack on Israel and vows of retaliation against Iran. UT-Austin’s Jeremi Suri on a new chapter in a widening Mideast conflict.
Also, in our series on the nexus between politics and religion, how some in the Texas GOP, who often cite their own faith to push policies, have come after faith-based groups helping migrants.


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November 19, 2024

After nearly 50 years, food critic Pat Sharpe asks for the check

Texas leaders are among President-elect Trump’s biggest supporters. Are they being left off the list of Cabinet picks?She’s traveled and tasted dishes from across the Lone Star State: After 50 years, Texas Monthly food critic Pat Sharpe is retiring and sharing what she’s learned on the job.The details of a plan to turn an old […]

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November 18, 2024

Reflecting on the Aggie bonfire tragedy, 25 years later

The Texas State Board of Education could soon approve a curriculum that includes Bible stories and doesn’t spend as much time on slavery.It’s been 25 years since one of the darkest moments in Texas A&M history. Reflecting on the impact of the Aggie bonfire collapse.Families in America today can look a lot different than what’s […]

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November 16, 2024

Texas Extra: The science of motivating young people

Human brains begin to alter significantly around the age of ten — as people start to enter biological adolescence. But why are the teenage years so dreaded? And what can science tell us about how to make them less so? That’s exactly what this next interview is about. It’s an extended version of a conversation […]

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November 15, 2024

A closer look at the country music Grammy nods

As lawmakers prepare to take up a school voucher-like plan, many state public schools are struggling with more cutbacks.Gov. Greg Abbott is seeking an extension of a tuition freeze for public colleges and universities.What the tiny town of Rockdale, Texas, could teach us about the energy transition and rising demand.Mando Rayo of the Tacos of […]

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November 14, 2024

Could Texas get its own Appalachian-style trail?

President-elect Donald Trump has tapped a Texan for a top spot in his upcoming administration. What John Ratcliffe might do as head of the CIA.Louisiana’s legal battle over putting the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms could impact similar efforts here in Texas.Did you pick up gardening during the pandemic? Some did with the help […]

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November 13, 2024

Lawmakers start filing bills for 2025 legislative session

More than 1,500 bills were filed yesterday for the upcoming Texas legislative session. What they tell us about looming fights in the new year.What some immigrant rights groups in Texas are doing to prepare for expected changes in enforcement as President-elect Trump promises mass deportations.As high season for holiday shopping gets underway, consumer advocates warn […]

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November 12, 2024

15 Texas restaurants have received a coveted Michelin star rating

The Texas Supreme Court remains firmly in Republican hands after the election. What that means for cases the court will decide.For the first time, Michelin has awarded its coveted stars – along with other designations – to restaurants in the Lone Star State.Texas is in the wake of a solar panel boom. But not everyone […]

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November 11, 2024

Will Elon Musk have a role to play in the Trump administration?

With the presidency and a majority now in the U.S. Senate, Republicans are eyeing a trifecta of power by capturing the seats needed for a slim majority in the House. But several races still need to be called. What’s taking so long?Elon Musk spent a great deal of his time and money helping Donald Trump […]

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