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Texas-based historian and author Jeremi Suri joins with the latest about the military back-and-forth between Iran and Israel, threatening to become an even larger all-out war, and what that could mean on the home front – including Texas’ role as the world’s energy capital.Protests against president Trump’s second administration reach a new high water mark with thousands turning out at events across Texas and the rest of the country over the weekend.And: LBJ Foundation CEO and presidential historian Mark Updegrove draws leadership lessons from seven American presidents in his new book. Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Texans rally statewide on ‘No Kings Day’ to oppose Trump polices appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texans under the age of 18 make up almost a quarter of the state’s population, so we’ve put together a show with them in mind. We’re joining you today from Abilene and the Children’s Art and Literacy Festival.We begin with a conversation about politics: We’ll hear from some Texas teens who make their voices heard, even though they can’t yet vote.Checking in with our go-to tech expert about kids and technology – some tips for engaging them while avoiding some of the pitfalls.Other familiar voices on the show will be insect expert Wizzie Brown, who is answering kids’ questions about bugs, and commentator W.F. Strong, who shares a conversation about growing up in Texas with his 10-year-old daughter. The post A special Texas Standard for kids, live from Abilene appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

A very busy Thursday for first responders and meteorologists with flood conditions and heavy dust for many Texans – and it’s expected to get worse before it gets better. We’ll have an update. Houston, we have a problem, and it may be related to a spat between the president and the world’s wealthiest Texan. The Dallas Fed offers an assessment of the Texas economy and the Standard’s Sean Saldana has the details. Also, Ray Benson of Asleep at the Wheel talks about a new album focused on his favorite subject: Texas. The post Asleep at the Wheel celebrates 50 years with Texas tribute appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Gov. Greg Abbott is calling National Guard troops into Texas to respond to immigration raid protests in the state.Texas had a new speaker of the House this legislative session. So how did Rep. Dustin Burrows handle the job?Flights out of the busy, and getting busier, Austin airport have been increasingly delayed because of staffing shortages. How it’s affecting passengers.President Trump reportedly wants Texas to re-draw district lines to favor Republicans – but some in his party aren’t so sure that’s a good idea.And: We’ll introduce you to Los Pink Cheese Green Goes, a three-piece band making its unique mark on the Spanish-language pop scene. The post Protests erupt over immigration raids as Abbott calls in National Guard appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas has spent years challenging the federal government. So why not fight a recent order to end in-state tuition for undocumented students?Using DNA testing to solve cold cases involving abandoned babies.Why Texas doesn’t require most employers to use E-Verify, the federal system that checks a worker’s legal status.The new book “Detained” shares the story of a 14-year-old’s life inside a U.S. detention camp in Texas for migrant children.Also: Why customers are using buy now, pay later services – not just for big-ticket items, but basic necessities like food. The post Inside a teen’s five months in a Texas migrant detention facility appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Gina Ortiz Jones made history over the weekend, becoming San Antonio’s first openly lesbian mayor and only the third woman to hold the office.An assault case is exposing deeper failures in Texas group homes.With the rise of data centers across Texas, a push for private power plants run by natural gas.The new documentary “Sally” explores the private life of public space hero Sally Ride. We’ll talk to writer and director Cristina Costantini.And: Diving into the history of Adolph Hofner, the Texas-born bandleader who popularized Czech music and made it swing. Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Data centers may start creating their own power plants appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

For the first time since Texas’ measles outbreak at the start of the year, there are no new reported cases. We’ll get an update on efforts to contain the disease.A new report in The Guardian reveals pressure from Immigration and Customs Enforcement leadership to ramp up arrests, even of people not originally targeted.Flag football is helping to tackle a gender gap in youth sports, getting a boost in Texas from none other than the NFL.A simmering trade dispute could make tomatoes more expensive at the grocery store.And: The week in politics with the Texas Tribune. Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Trade tensions with Mexico could drive up tomato prices appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

A old law suddenly no more: a judge strikes down in-state tuition for undocumented students in Texas.What changes can Texans expect for energy and the environment after this week’s conclusion of the 89th Texas Legislature?After the Smokehouse Creek Fire scorched over 1 million acres, lawmakers also passed a slate of wildfire preparedness bills.The devastating New World screwworm, eliminated from North America decades ago, are on their way back. The Standard’s Michael Marks talked to ranchers who remember what it was like to fight them.And: Texas sheriffs could be required to help enforce federal immigration law. Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Why ranchers are ‘absolutely terrified’ of the New World screwworm’s return appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The race to be San Antonio’s next mayor was narrowed from a field of 27 to two. What to know before the runoff election on Saturday.Arrests outside of immigration court have happened in El Paso, Dallas and San Antonio. Why activists say this tactic encourages migrants to break the law.Texas is set to become the next in a handful of states to ban lab-grown meat for human consumption.It’s Texas vs. Texas Tech in the Women’s College World Series championship, with Game 1 tonight.And: We’ll explore Lucas Schaefer’s “The Slip,” a new novel set in late ’90s Austin and propelled by a mysterious disappearance. Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Fear at immigration court as ICE arrests migrants there for a hearing appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The 89th Legislature is history. We’ll look at what lawmakers accomplished and what was left to do.We continue our series on an adult literacy program in Texarkana that does much more than help people get an education – and why it could be a model for other parts of the state.A Houston-based aerospace company successfully tests a hypersonic engine and hopes to one day fly passengers from the U.S. to Asia in just two hours.And: Popular images of gunslingers are pretty on target, according to the new book “The Gunfighters: How Texas Made the West Wild.” Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Houston startup eyes two-hour flights across the Pacific appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.