Texas Standard

May 28, 2026

Where things stand with Big Bend border wall plans

He wants to ban Islam in Texas and now he’s the GOP pick for a seat on one of Texas’ most powerful commissions. Who is Bo French? A closer look at why, after this week, a race for a seat on the Texas railroad commission suddenly carries more weight than it might seem at first […]

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May 27, 2026

Ken Paxton’s Senate runoff win reshapes Texas GOP landscape

Ken Paxton handily beat longtime incumbent John Cornyn in the Republican runoff for Senate. So, what’s that mean come November? We’re also unpacking big primary runoff races from across the state on both sides of the aisle. What do the results tell us about what Texas voters are prioritizing? And did you vote in the […]

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May 26, 2026

Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 2

The FC Dallas Youth Academy was founded in 2005 by the Hunt Family, and it has gone on to produce some of the world’s most elite soccer players. Chris Hayden is the vice president and director for the FC Dallas Youth Academy, and he sat down with Ron and Miranda to talk about the history of the academy.

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May 26, 2026

Researchers find cities can change the way storms behave

When spring storms move through cities, they can intensify — creating dangerous flooding. New findings from Texas researchers may explain why. It’s runoff Election Day in Texas. While all eyes are on the Republican Senate contest between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, we’ll also spotlight some other key races to watch as ballots are counted. […]

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May 25, 2026

A preview of key races for primary runoff Election Day

Across the Lone Star State, Memorial Day observances and events are scheduled.Meanwhile, voters in Texas are making their lists and checking them twice with primary runoff day set for tomorrow. We’ll get you up to speed on the statewide races to watch. Plus, we’ll hear about a new app from the folks at Texas Parks […]

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May 22, 2026

Dallas hip-hop group Cure for Paranoia talks breakout Tiny Desk win

Texas-based oil-drillers are looking for a competitive advantage — and they’re turning to AI. What are the implications? Turns out regulators don’t really know. We’ll hear more.As the nation turns to honor members of the military who gave their all while serving, what of those service members who died years later after exposure to chemicals […]

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May 21, 2026

Texas data centers collide with water shortages

As the school year winds down across Texas, one major school district considers declaring an emergency over money. El Paso ISD sounds an alarm after finding a $52 million shortfall, leaving officials with many questions and critical decisions to make.A primary runoff for a seat on the railroad commission has implications that may not be […]

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May 20, 2026

What now after Trump backs Paxton in Senate race?

The big endorsement is in. So, what does it mean for Texas’s U.S. Senate race that President Trump chose to back Attorney General Ken Paxton?You may have heard El Niño is coming — and not just a regular, but a super version. What does that mean for Texas weather and hurricane risks?Texas has updated its […]

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