Texas Standard for July 26, 2017
A new transgender ban for the U.S. military? A presidential proclamation on social media this morning sparks a scramble for answers. We’ll explore. And: The mayor of Corpus Christi tells us he’s got a question for the man he voted to be governor. Why the assault on cities? We’ll talk to Mayor Joe McComb as he and more than a dozen of his mayoral colleagues from across the state get ready to meet with Gov. Greg Abbott. Also: File under not fake news. Is Snopes, the original fact-checking site, in danger of going dark? Plus: What do Texas cities sound like? Our commentator on the greatest songs about Texas towns. All this, and a whole lot more, today on the Texas Standard:
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Today’s Stories:
Scrambling To Figure Out What’s Next After Trump Says Transgender Troops Are Banned From Service
Corpus Christi Mayor Joe McComb Decries Greg Abbott’s ‘Aggressive Attack On Cities’
House Committee Tackles Therapy Cuts Not Included In Special Session Agenda
Debunk This: Is Fact-Checking Site Snopes Going Out Of Business?
San Antonio Human Smuggling Tragedy Brings Back Vivid Memories For Victoria’s Sheriff
Researchers Use Their Time In The ‘Shark Week’ Spotlight To Promote A Conservation Message
Nutrition Educators Preach The Gospel Of Viva Health
Top Of The Charts: A Look At All The Hit Songs About Texas Towns
Will Austin’s School District Lose $530 Million To The Robin Hood System?
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San Antonio Human Smuggling Tragedy Brings Back Vivid Memories For Victoria’s Sheriff
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