Wake Up with KERA News

On today's show: Dallas psychologist on why kids' need space to grieve, rules governing police chases in North Texas and the consequences for breaking those rules vary by department and Jeopardy trivia in Plano. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-cho...

On today's show: The Governor's planning to put disaster response on the agenda for the upcoming legislative special session, how one Black youth theater group in Fort Worth turned NEA funding loss into a comeback and the Basically Beethoven Festival.  KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. The Wake Up with KERA News podcast will take a break...

On today's show: Independence Day brings peak travel at DFW airport, The Stars hire a new coach and Kaboom Town celebrates 40 years. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. The Wake Up with KERA News podcast will take a break for the holiday, but we'll be back next week. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks  Learn about your ad choices: do...

On today's show: Tarrant County commissioners approve to fight redistricting lawsuit, eating contests to celebrate the 4th of July and a special drink at Cantina Laredo. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Paxton's suit against State Fair of Texas thrown out, how tariff increase are passed to consumers and The Hidden Beauty of Plants. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: A federal magistrate judge ruled a Palestinian protester should be released from an immigration detention center in North Texas, Fair Park received an additional $3 million to help construct a Community Park in South Dallas and become honorary Smurfs at the Esports Stadium in Arlington. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and...

On today's show: The City of Dallas to review programs for DEI alignment, how Texas plans to deal with a livestock parasite and the Resist exhibition at Art on Main. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: DOJ investigation of EPIC City comes to an end, the brain disorder that suspended Billy Joel's tour and the 2025 Oak Cliff Film Festival. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: A Collin County grand jury indicted Karmelo Anthony for first degree murder, more details on the Collin County Sheriff's cancelled trip to Israel for counterterrorism training and the NBA Draft starts tonight. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetai...

On today's show: Gov. Abbott approves "Trey' Law", West Oak Cliff residents face controversial rezoning plan and how to cool down around North Texas this summer. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: The Governor has vetoed a bill to ban the sales of virtually all products containing T-H-C, DART attempts to recover after chaotic period and Shakespeare Dallas' Othello. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: North Texas bike paths getting funding for upgrades, a CEO's Nancy Drew book collection and the Dallas Arts District Pride Block Party. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: The only known remaining copy of the order ending slavery in Texas will be on display in Dallas, the Underground Railroad's connection to South Texas and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship starts tomorrow at PGA Frisco Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices:...

On today's show: The Collin County sheriff's trip to Israel for counterterrorism training was cancelled, a look at last weekend's No Kings  Protests and ice skating at the Galleria. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Dallas County's jail has been close to capacity since Memorial Day, how local leaders are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Friends of the Plano Library annual book sale. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: A North Texas woman of Palestinian descent may be deported this week even as her green card application is pending, events to celebrate Pride Month and Comedy Dads Father's Day Spectacular. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choice...

On today's show: DISD grapples with SB12, a review of Rep. Dustin Burrows' first session as House Speaker and "The Importance of Being Earnest." Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: DART board debates on how their representatives are chosen, Dallas students create immersive worlds and Shakira in concert. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Hundreds rallied in Dallas last  night to protest the Trump administration's ramped-up deportation efforts , DJs performing in coffee shops and Dallas Symphony Orchestra's parks concert series. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-cho...

On today's show: Texas Ballet Theater reaches union agreement, Broken Heart Syndrome in men and Heard Museum Summer Camp. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr.  Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Attorneys argue release of Palestinian protester from custody, why piano size affects women pianists' championship chances and Pride Inside the Library. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: The DOJ sues the State of Texas over tuition policy, the cosplay of Fan Expo and concerts to end the work week. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Trump administration calls to defund public broadcasting, The Texas restaurant industry could see increased economic pressure under tariffs and "A Sense of Home" art exhibition. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Texas judges get a pay raise, how a special needs parent is dealing with her civil rights case and Raveena at the Echo Lounge. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

On today's show: Town East mall saved from foreclosure, enlarged prostate vs. prostate cancer and Coppell Summer Music Camp. Wake Up with KERA News is hosted by Andrew Garcia, and produced and edited by Shardae White and Bekah Morr. Music: Awakening by Ikoliks Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices