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As cold as it is in some parts of the state, politics are heating up in Austin. As the next legislative session nears, there’s intense infighting over who will hold one of the top spots.Abortion access in this country has changed, especially in states like Texas, since the effective overturn of Roe v. Wade. But pregnancy terminations are actually up across the U.S.Meta will no longer fact-check. What’s that mean for the user experience on platforms like Facebook and Instagram?And the semifinal round is here in the College Football Playoff. Texas will face Ohio State. Can the Longhorns win it all? The post It’s cold outside, but politics are heating up in Austin appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow are sweeping across Texas, with the Panhandle and DFW areas bracing for the worst. We’ll have the latest on this week’s forecast – and how it’s complicating life for farmers and ranchers between Dallas and Texarkana. With the Texas Legislature set to reconvene in a few days, some lawmakers preparing to fight again for Medicaid expansion in Texas. As the president of UT Austin announces plans to lead Southern Methodist University, a years-long fight between SMU and the United Methodist Church over a potential split is set to reach the Texas Supreme Court in just days. Also: President-elect Trump is getting pushback from car manufacturers on his plan to roll back EV incentives and mandates. The post The polar vortex is complicating Northeast Texas farming appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

State lawmakers want to tackle the rising cost of renting or owning a home in Texas. Why more white-collar office workers are facing long-term unemployment. Diane Wilson waged a legal war against the company that was polluting a stretch of Gulf Coast and won. Now the shrimper is using the settlement money to help her fishing community. Plus: Talking with the co-authors of a new book about Bill Hobby’s life in journalism and public service. The post How one woman is helping revitalize Matagorda Bay appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

We have the latest on what’s shaping up to be the first real winter storm of 2025 in Texas – and we’ll also turn to energy and what the winter weather adds up to for consumers and the industry. Houston mayor John Whitmire marks one year in office. How’s it going so far? The U.S. Census Bureau reports that in 2024, Texas gained over half a million new residents, more than any other state. Iconic Austin venue Antone’s celebrates 50 years of Texas blues. Co-owner Will Bridges and booker Zach Ernst reflect on its legacy and what’s next. The post What to expect as polar vortex hits Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The FBI now says it believes the suspect in the New Year’s attack in New Orleans acted alone. We’ll have an update on the latest. Ted Cruz is poised to take over leadership of the powerful Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation. As of Jan. 1, works published in 1929 and sound recordings from 1924 have entered the public domain. The Standard’s Shelly Brisbin shares some notable highlights of what’s now freely accessible. And: Opposition mounts against an LNG export terminal along the Texas Gulf Coast. The post Ted Cruz to chair powerful Senate committee appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The FBI has identified the suspect in a deadly terrorist attack in New Orleans as Texas resident Shamsud-Din Jabbar. We’ll have the latest on the rampage that left 15 people dead. Ahead of next week’s national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, a look at his impact on the Lone Star State. What steps should lawmakers prioritize in the upcoming legislative session to address the state’s water crisis? And: Scientists have identified a new bee species found only in Texas and Oklahoma. The post What we know about Texas ties to deadly attack in New Orleans appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

As the 89th session of the Texas Legislature looms, here’s a preview of some of the marquee issues that will likely hold the focus of lawmakers. The post A look ahead at the 89th legislative session appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Ring in the new year with a countdown of our beloved commentator’s most mesmerizing tales. The post The W.F. Strong Power Hour appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Queue up some jams for your New Year’s Eve party with this roundup of some of our favorite music segments from 2024, featuring Beyoncé, the Jesus Lizard, Bayonne and more. The post Our top music stories for the year appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Every corner of Texas holds a certain kind of unique magic. We’re hitting the road, exploring hidden history and checking out plans for some new trails. The post A year of travel across Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.