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Hugo Gonzalez is the founder and co-owner of Dallas Street Soccer, and he sat down with Ron and Miranda to talk about how street soccer makes the sport more accessible and also how street soccer can bring people together across culture and language barriers. The post Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 4 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Can Mike Miles, the man appointed to lead Houston ISD and help that struggling district, provide a roadmap for others in the state? We’ll have the details. Also, a look at the federal government’s plan to stop the New World screwworm from spreading as more cases appear in South Texas. Plus, fire safety concerns about the batteries […] The post Texas officials race to contain screwworm outbre...

Supreme Court cases on birthright citizenship, gun rights, transgender women and girls in sports… Where do we stand? Constitutional law professor Seth Chandler of the University of Houston Law Center joins us with what cases to watch for and where the high court appears to be leaning as the nine justices wrap up the current […] The post Big Bend border wall plans upend vital park changes app...

130 Texas towns and cities put on notice that they won’t be able to raise property tax rates. One city official calls it a catch-22.The national Democratic Party sets its sights on flipping 12 seats in the Texas House — one sign that their candidate for senate, James Talarico may have serious coattails. We’ll hear […] The post A Texas adventurer aims for all 50 state high points...

It’s considered by many to be the marquee race of the midterms: Paxton versus Talarico. But if you think that’s all there is to it, think again. Shades of Ross Perot? Why a third-party candidate could upset the calculus in this year’s big Senate race in Texas. And they’re back: For the first time in 60 years, […] The post First case of New World screwworm found in Texas sin...

What control do county officials have when a data center wants to move in? A look at an investigation from the Texas Tribune. The ballots are set for the midterm election in November, but at least one big thing is changing: Texas’ top elections leader, Secretary of State Jane Nelson, is stepping down. What do the results […] The post Rural Texas counties say data centers are arriving f...

Elliott Stockdale is the founder of Hear Sport, an organization that provides audio descriptive sports commentary for people who are blind or have low vision. He sat down with Ron and Miranda to talk about how this kind of commentary is different than what you might traditionally hear, and how low vision and blind people can enjoy the games. The post Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Epis...

Struggling school districts say extra funding approved by state lawmakers was too little and too late. We’ll delve into what the districts told lawmakers and what solutions may be on the table. Independent testing finds toxic metals in the black wastewater released by a Tesla refinery near Corpus Christi. A new book by a Texas doctor, “The […] The post Despite state funding boost, scho...

After Uvalde, Texas bet big on safety with police in every school, but a new report suggests an unintended and very troubling side effect. The New York Times and the San Antonio Express-News reports thousands of incidents of officers tackling, pepper-spraying even tasering students for offenses that once would have meant a trip to the […] The post Probe says officers are tackling, pepper-spr...

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 […] The post Where things stand with Big Bend border wall plans appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios...

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 […] The post Ken Paxton’s Senate runoff win reshapes Texas GOP l...

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. The post Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 2 appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

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. […] The post Researchers find cities can...

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 […] The post A preview of key races for primary runoff Election D...

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 […] The post Dallas hip-hop grou...

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 […] The post Texas data centers collide with water sho...

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 […] The post What now after Trump backs Paxton in Senate race? appeared first on...

When the World Comes Comes to Texas is a podcast from our partners at KERA in North Texas exploring what what it means to bring the World cup to the Lone Star State. We're sharing these episodes with very Tuesday night through June 19th. The post Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 1 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces criticism for a plea deal with a child sex offender. Why the state is quicky becoming a hub for data centers with 30 projects alone in an area that stretches from Temple to San Marcos. Texas high school students get training for oil and gas jobs with help from the industry. A […] The post Cycling the whooping crane migration route appeared first on KUT...

A Texas hospital agrees to what appears to be a first of its kind settlement over allegations of providing illegal gender transitioning to minors. Houston based Texas children’s hospital agrees to form a first of its kind detransitioning clinic to settle charges of violating state law. A US China Summit, a stalemate with Iran and […] The post Texas Children’s settles gender care fight...

Texas Monthly senior editor Aaron Parsley wrote a heartbreaking story about his family's experiences in the July 4th flooding of the Guadalupe River. His candid conversation with our David Brown included more than we were able to showcase on our broadcast -- so we bring more of it to you here. A note that this might be a tough listen. The post Texas Extra: More from Texas Monthly’s Aaron Par...

Big and getting bigger — that’s been the story of Texas’ population growth, but recent census numbers suggest a new chapter being written. State Demographer Lloyd Potter helps us do the math. Cancelled elections in some parts of Texas, though not for nefarious reasons. We’ll hear the why and how. Full speed ahead on data centers? Not […] The post Lou Diamond Phillips talks Texas roots, ‘La B...

It’s the final stretch before the primary runoffs in Texas, but the real test may not be the race most folks are focused on. Next week, early voting begins in the primary runoff contest between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and challenger Ken Paxton — but win or lose, who’ll take over Paxton’s current seat as attorney […] The post Who will replace Paxton as Texas attorney general? appeared firs...

Former President Barack Obama made a surprise stop in Texas. We’ll dig more into what his appearance might mean for Democrats heading into the midterms. The number of students in Texas public schools dropped by tens of thousands at the beginning of this school year. We’ll look into why. Plus, another Texas-based company is also now making […] The post Pulitzer-winning writer reflects on loss...

A bipartisan bill aims to fix the country’s broken immigration system. Does it stand a chance in Congress? We’ll look at how adult education can help increase income for families coping with rising costs. Plus, free burgers for college students at UT Austin — how “churgers” are providing relief amid rising grocery prices. And the NBA playoffs now […] The post How ‘churgers’ are p...