Texas Standard for August 9, 2016
It’s a story with more twists and turns than a ride through the Hill Country: We’ve got the latest on the bikers caught up in the Twin Peaks shootout. Plus: The Aryan Brotherhood of Texas started as a prison gang, but the violence hasn’t stopped inside prison walls. Here’s what a massive federal takedown means for one of the most infamous hate groups of Texas. Also: Startup news is often buoyed by hype, but there are real jobs and economic numbers below the surface. And: In this summer heat, we’ve chosen a few refreshing songs to keep you cool – both morning and night. Catch all that and more, on today’s Texas Standard:
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