As hope arrives in Texas in the form of a vaccine, fears loom for thousands of Texans who don’t see how they’ll pay their rent next month. The story on today’s Texas Standard. The expiration of a federal moratorium on evictions leaves many Texas renters worried about where they’ll go come January…we’ll explore. Also, the latest on COVID vaccine distribution and why some health care workers fear they could get left behind. And more COVID-19 questions from listeners.
The anniversary of the 13th amendment- cause for celebration? Commentator Peniel Joseph on a tragic history- and where we find ourselves now. Those stories and much more.
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Texas Standard: December 11, 2020
“Build the wall”. Those words that helped usher President Trump into office seem to still be guiding him as his time winds down- today on the Texas Standard.
We know the coronavirus pandemic will shape the upcoming Texas legislative session. Another hot topic will be medical marijuana. But how about casinos? Some will be betting big. Those pushing for much tighter restrictions on immigration often point to crime by unauthorized immigrants. But a new study packs a big challenge to those claims. We’ll hear from one of Texas’ top infectious disease experts on the path towards getting and distributing a COVID-19 vaccine. And we’ll circle back on some of the top political stories this week.
Texas Standard: August 18, 2020
Sisters in Texas, Brothers in Texas! Today we commemorate and reflect on 100 years of women voters and we do it on the Standard.
Voting by mail and some challenges facing Texans. How the army helps Texans fight against COVID-19. And one scientist who’s painting a more accurate picture of the past and future spread of the virus
Is it possible to have it all at 15? Including a book deal? A Texas story that is sweeter than honey.
And we lay a virtual wreath at the feet of the graves of the suffragettes. Wear a white dress- this is the Texas Standard.
Texas Standard: August 17, 2020
Lovers of the political theater get two extra hours of screen time today as the Democratic National Convention kicks off.
COVID cases in children are steadily increasing , says the CDC. And yet, in-person classes have resumed in some Texas school districts.
Airlines are losing money — but airlines are hoarding money? How those two can be true.
Join us as we re-imagine the US postal service. This reimagining has to do with healthcare and wellness checks that could come along with your mail.