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Texas has a gambling problem and the addicts aren’t just the gamblers – but local governments too. Plus, massive layoffs at one of the biggest oil services companies in Texas. How could this possibly be a good sign? Also, it’s high noon for hospitals across Texas, as the federal government threatens to withhold billions. And a Texas middle school makes the most of the video game Minecraft. All that and more on today’s Texas Standard:

A court ruling’s impact on water rights in Texas. Plus, a disturbing moment in Dallas history, the public hanging of a black man on a prominent arch. Also, a look at Ken Paxton’s legal problems and what the Texas legislature is doing about tax cuts. All that and more on the Standard:

Texas gives criminal records to kids who skip school – but did Dallas go too far? Also, big changes coming to the Alamo – for better or for worse? Plus, an all electric mustang that can go up to 174 mph. All that and more on this episode of the Texas Standard:

The Texas House adopts a budget right before sunrise. Also, Border Patrol check points inside the U-S — what are your rights if you’re stopped? Plus, looking at the GOP presidential race through the lens of March Madness bracket-ology. All that and more on today’s episode of the Standard.

Presidential hopefuls get in line to get a first hand look at the line that separates Mexico from Texas. Also, a few people with deep knowledge of political issues are being quoted in reports on Texas politics – how a researcher found it lacking in diversity. Plus, Governor Greg Abbott orders Child Protective Services officials to improve the screening of caregivers who temporarily take in kids. All that and more on this episode of Texas Standard:

A freelance journalist from Texas feared to have been killed by his jihadi kidnappers may be alive. We’ll explore the talks underway for his release. Also, is it possible to make ends meet when you don’t make a living wage? What it means to be barely getting by in Texas. Plus, there’s a new study that says: beware of new studies. When it comes to medical research, most of what you hear is wrong. We’ll talk about why. Those stories and lots more on today’s episode of the Texas Standard.

A sudden spike in Houston homicides sparks warnings of a long hot summer. Also, some experts contend the road to the White House runs through Latino Texas. Plus, the recent boom left us with a surplus of oil – but whatever happened to the billions of barrels of wastewater? And a father’s love and lament – how raising kids in Texas today isn’t how it used to be. All that and more on this episode of the Texas Standard:

The 21st century skirmish over the Confederate battle flag – Texas defends its position before the US Supreme Court. Also the Texas City refinery explosion that killed 15 and injured at least 180. Why some fear it could happen again. Plus, researchers say there is more slavery now than at any time in world history – today a Texas team tells us there’ll soon be a map to track it. All that and more and this episode of the Texas Standard: