The Manafort connection: what does his indictment mean in the search for answers to Russian election influence? We’ll have a Texas take. Also, can you go to jail for being late on a rental payment? Depends. In Texas, the price for missing your furniture bills could be jail. We’ll hear how, and what Texas lawmakers are saying. Also, stem cell treatments: still in their infancy, but some fear they’re being offered without evidence of efficacy. But now Texas has become one of the first states to green light adult stem cell treatment for cancer patients. Also, gulf land for sale, but no takers? Interest has dried up from the oil industry. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:
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Texas Standard: September 27, 2017
A decades old backlog of evidence gathered after sexual assaults and the Houston lawsuit that could shake things up, we’ll have the story. Plus our question of the day: can a former punk rocker from El Paso stage a Texas sized political upset? The ballad of Beto vs. Ted, and the battle for the US senate. Also, a harvey-sized hit to Texas hospitality? Why there’s no room at the inns. And a little known defense department program has been discovered at a major Texas installation: what is the mission of Starbase Kelly? And why is everyone so small? Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: April 12, 2017
He was one of the most prominent voices spearheading a conservative revolution. Now he faces challenges from all sides. A conversation with Ted Cruz. Also a rare patch of unspoiled land meets massive metropolitan growth. The coming battle over Jones State Forest and what it could mean for all Texans. Plus a lawsuit to nullify the treaty of Hidalgo: are Mexican politicians serious? We’ll explore. And a cold war attack that you seldom read about in Texas history books: the forgotten invasion of Lampasas. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: April 11, 2017
A federal judge declares the Texas Voter ID law discriminatory. We’ll explore what this means as a practical matter, and what happens next. Also as Texas celebrates a raft of Pulitzer nods, one of the worlds oldest news organizations launches a new salvo in the war against fake news. We’ll hear all about it. And you’ve heard of one armed bandits, but in south Texas police worry about 8-liners holding up an entire local economy. Plus salad days for storage containers: as grocers look for ways to market veggies fresher than farm grown. For real? All that and a whole lot more today on the Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: April 3, 2017
In red state Texas, is Senator Ted Cruz concerned about a challenge from a Democrat? You Beto believe it. We’ll explore. Also a listener asks whether in Texas politics, it’s possible for one ordinary person to make a difference? Our correspondent answers with not one but five suggestions. And the Keystone pipeline gets the green light but why would Mexico be worried about that? So a few extra pounds or more, diet? No live it. Research shows America’s surrendering the battle of the bulge. And Fort Worth: film capitol of Texas? A lone star director shoots for the moon. All that and a whole lot more today on the Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: December 2, 2016
Another teenage suicide in Texas blamed on Cyberbullying. Now attention turns to David’s law. A conversation with David’s father today. Plus a second surge at the border: a catholic nun providing emergency relief there gets an audience today with Senator Cruz. We’ll hear her message to Washington. And after the protests, what then? As environmental activists calculate action in a trump era, they might want to take a tip from Texas. We’ll explain. And a new multimillion dollar stadium, a new professional baseball team, but no name until now. We’ll hear about the name from the man who came up with it. That plus the week in politics and much more…no matter where you are, its Texas Standard time:
Texas Standard: October 28, 2016
A switch in time saved nine remember? If Ted Cruz holds his ground, what might save a nine person Supreme Court today? Also, it may sound strange with record numbers voting early, but history tells us, Texas ranks near the bottom when it comes to voter turnout. Why? We’ll explore. And the big shakeup for the Border Patrol, NPR’s John Burnett previews an in depth report on a cultural shift for the federal government’s biggest law enforcement agency. Plus after Shamu, whither Sea World? Hint: more rollercoasters may not satisfy protesters. All that plus the week in politics and so much more, today on the Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: August 9, 2016
It’s the story with more twists and turns than the best Hill Country ride you could imagine…yep, we’ve got news for the bikers caught up in the Twin Peaks shootout. Plus the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas started as a prison gang, but the violence hasn’t stopped inside prison walls. We’ll look at what a massive federal takedown means for one of the most infamous hate groups of Texas. Also, startup news is often buoyed by hype…but there are real jobs and economic numbers below the surface. Plus, in this summer heat, we’ve chosen a few refreshing songs to keep you cool, both morning and night. All that and more just for you on today’s Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: July 18, 2016
Unconventional convention. GOP speakers include reality TV stars, but also Texas politicians. We’ll explore what we can expect from them in Cleveland. Also differences at the border but a lot of similarities too. A new poll questioned residents on both sides of the US-Mexico line and a look at what it found. And arrests are down across Texas, but the number of Texans dying during an arrest is up. We’ll take a closer look at those numbers. Plus boot camp for drug addicts: why a tough-line approach works for so many but so few get the opportunity to try it. And new leadership at Baylor. A look at the University’s new Athletic Director and the challenges he’ll face. Those stories and more on today’s Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: July 7, 2016
Texas versus New York. There’s clearly a bit of a rivalry there and it may just have heated up over a hot-button issue. Plus Texas Senator Ted Cruz has been quieter since suspending his campaign for president… but his political machine hasn’t slowed down… it may just be re-tooling. Also… 1.4 million Texas public education employees and retirees could be affected by Brexit… we’ll explain. And it’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s a… problem. How one Texas Air Force base is trying to co-exist with wildlife… while at the same time protect human lives. And Topo Chico… how the bubbly brand has changed over recent years. That and more on today’s Texas Standard:
The Ticket: Here’s Why Some Republicans Still Can’t Get Behind Trump
The Ticket: How Can Democrats Trump the Donald?
The Ticket: You Just Lost a Campaign, What Are You Going to Do Next?
The Ticket: Down Ballot Dilemma – What Trump’s Nomination Means for Other GOP Candidates
Texas Standard: May 4, 2016
Cruz quits, Trump triumphs. But the headlines don’t say it all. Why the Texan’s defeat could mark the end of an era. Plus in a spate of hate crimes in Dallas’s best known gay district sparks a push to bring back the pink panthers. We’ll explain. Also jail for not paying traffic fines: does it violate the constitution? A policy in El Paso faces a legal challenge which could have implications across Texas. And an idea for homelessness: convert a military base into a super shelter? Those stories and lots more on the national news show of Texas:
The Ticket: Presidential Candidates Wonder Who’s Master of Their Domain
Texas Standard: April 28, 2016
Educators do the perp walk in El Paso. 5 indicted on federal charges, some wonder what took em so long. The back story today on the Texas Standard. Also if you’re in Texas illegally, your legal options are limited…one thing that is possible however: adoption. A state policy raising eyebrows and interest. And amid a growing bipartisan pushback over the rising cost of college, some unconventional wisdom as Texas gets in front of competency based education. Also- virtual reality or virtually useless? Some say the new gadgets could boost job safety, we’ll try it out. Those stories and more today on the Texas Standard:
Texas Standard: April 25, 2016
A Texas Senator and an Ohio Governor join forces to stop a new York Billionaire. An act of desperation? A solid strategy? Perhaps Both? We’ll explore. Also- Bernie’s going back to jail. and we’re not talking about the Presidential candidate either. A Hollywood story meets Texas justice. Texas medical researchers pose a question: is there a connection between profits and patient health in the state’s hospitals? And with more severe thunderstorms on the radar for Texas, what are doing doing to prepare in the long run? All that and much more today on the Texas Standard:
The Ticket: Breaking Down the New York Primary
Texas Standard: April 18, 2016
The NY primary’s tomorrow, but the big winner already: Ted Cruz. Donald Trump says the system is rigged, and he may be right. We’ll explore. Plus in a small town near San Antonio scenes like those from the film scarface…what is the Texas Mexican Mafia? And why the crackdown now? Also from science fiction to fact: researchers in Texas develop a force field. And now so can you. Plus with the age of ranchers on the rise, a new call to action: I want my ranch TV. Those stories and lots more on todays Texas Standard: