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Chemical weapons in Iraq seized by US forces 10 years ago. Does this rewrite the history of the Iraq conflict? Also a story that affects millions across Texas and far beyond as a Texas judge stops President Obama’s anti-deportation order in its tracks. One two three stoplight, a Texas lawmaker plans to put the brakes on red light cameras. Also musician, author and actor Steve Earle tells us why he’s gone from Texas for good. All that plus much more on today’s episode of the Standard:
September 20, 2023
San Antonio ISD could close as many as 17 schools
San Antonio ISD could close nearly one-fifth of its schools as it deals with aging buildings and falling enrollment. But it’s not just San Antonio – this reflects a larger challenge facing many school districts across Texas. A mystery at the Tarrant County Appraisal District has led to an office shake-up that may leave some […]
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September 19, 2023
Which major city in Texas has the worst weather?
Ken Paxton’s impeachment and Senate trial was the biggest political story in Texas in decades. History will no doubt recall what transpired over the previous two weeks at the Capitol, but how much do most Texans know that anything happened at all? A state-imposed superintendent for Houston schools rolls out what he calls the New […]
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September 18, 2023
Ken Paxton survived his impeachment trial. What’s next?
Ken Paxton has been acquitted on all impeachment charges by a jury of the Texas Senate. Supporters of the newly-reinstalled attorney general say it’s a victory for the rule of law and the constitution. Opponents called it a sham. It underscores a huge rift in the Republican Party of Texas almost certain to have echoes […]
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