Flash flood warnings across Texas today. Evacuations in Parker County and the search for victims continues elsewhere – why are there so many homes in flood zones? We’ll speak to a reporter who says there’s a race in Texas to build in harms way. Meanwhile the rain has put a final nail in the coffin of the Texas drought but that doesn’t mean our water supplies are replenished. Plus, slashing Texas film incentives, aging out of foster care….and what’s the deal with this video streaming app PERISCOPE.. All that and more coming up on the Texas Standard:
May 27, 2015
More rain today in parts of Texas already drenched, complicating the rescues and recovery from some of the worst flooding in the state’s history.We’ll bring you details on the cleanup in Texas – plus, how a tornado just across the border from Del Rio ravaged a small Mexican community. Also, why foster parents open their homes to children in need. And a federal appeals court sides with Texas in the battle over President Obama’s executive action on immigration.
KUT Weekend – May 22, 2015
Four small Texas towns and the struggles they face….Texas lawmakers fight to pass a budget….and an attempt to bring a winery experience to Central Austin. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – May 15, 2015
City officials react to ‘How to Work with Women’ training session….Austin-Travis County EMS chief responds to criticism….and how some highway projects help pedestrians. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – May 8, 2015
A debate over whether kids should be arrested for skipping school…..trailer park residents band together to form a neighborhood association….and the tax cut debate at the Texas legislature. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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May 4, 2015
KUT Weekend – May 1, 2015
Saying goodbye to Highland Mall….new science on man-made earthquakes challenges Texas regulations….and the billion dollar Quinceañera industry. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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May 1, 2015
KUT Weekend – April 24, 2015
How Texas imposes unfunded mandates on Austin….drama in the state legislature between the House and Senate….and where to see live music in Austin this weekend! Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend.
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KUT Weekend – April 17, 2015
New poll examines Austin’s views on culture and politics….a new online conversation about transportation in Austin that could lead to short-term pilot projects….and a chat with the director of a Tony Award-winning play about LBJ that opened in Austin this week. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – April 10, 2015
What’s with all the tree pollen….Rick Perry reinvents himself…and the fight over “sanctuary cities.” Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – April 3, 2015
Texas lawmakers divert HIV prevention money to abstinence education….Senator Ted Cruz chases the youth vote….and marking the 20th anniversary of Selena’s death. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – March 27, 2015
Austin’s efforts to tackle affordability….the politics behind the “war on coal”….and city sound complaints mapped. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – March 20, 2015
The Texas legislature debates handguns on campus….how being a victim of sexual assault could lead to bills of up to $100,000….and veteran rock critics review SXSW. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – March 13, 2015
Why so many of Austin’s trailer parks are in disrepair….the first 60 days of the legislative session….and how to get around Austin during SXSW. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – March 6, 2015
Austin ISD cancels class but the ice storm sputters….the Austin Mayor’s controversial request for more staff….and do girls and boys learn better when they’re separated? Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – February 27, 2015
New technology tells you where your next bus is….how Austin’s building boom leaves some people behind….and fresh polling numbers on Texans political beliefs. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – February 20, 2015
Gay couple gets marriage license in Austin……concerns about how money is being spent on Austin’s only commuter rail line….and the new Texas Governor’s policy wish list. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – February 13, 2015
The politics of where children live in Austin….Lawmakers consider value of land under Texas School for the Deaf….and how craft brewing is growing in Texas. Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!
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KUT Weekend – February 6, 2015
Why some Texas workers are paid pennies an hour…the struggle to fine places to build affordable housing….and how one local all-boys school is teaching kids about interactions with police.
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