Texas Standard For July 3, 2019
Homelessness has been a hot topic in Texas cities lately. Two of the state’s largest metros have taken different approaches, with different results. We’ll explore. And: In another of Texas’ largest cities, an increase in domestic violence and a mission to make the city safer for women. Also: The invasive search for new energy sources. And how even the “green” ones are impacting West Texas. Plus: Black Pumas: you may not have heard of this Austin band yet, but chances are you could soon. We’ll introduce you to their psychedelic sound. And we run some of last week’s Democratic debate claims through the Texas Truth-O-Meter. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:

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