Texas Standard for June 19, 2017
What looks like the first major storm of the hurricane season is building off the coast of the Lone Star State. We’ll have an eye on the sky. And: As professional storm watchers keep an eye on the Gulf, a coastal Texas city struggles with keeping its head above water during normal downpours. In need of a hero, Galveston turns to the sand sucker. Also: Some school districts have placed artificial caps on the number of kids getting special education services. An investigative story sparked outrage and calls for reform, but how’s that going? Plus: After years as the top state for resettling refugee families, barriers often remain. How volunteers are trying to remove language as one of them. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:

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Today’s Stories:
A Major Tropical Storm Could Be Headed Texas’ Way
Governor’s Veto Of Scrap Tire Bill Perplexes Small Communities
What Texas Lawmakers Did For Special Education And What They Missed
Solid Production Levels In Texas Are Helping To Keep Light Crude Oil Prices Way Down
Cities Across Texas Commemorate The End of Slavery With Juneteenth Celebrations
Galveston Avoids Politics To Fight Climate Change
Summertime In Texas Brings The Familiar Sight And Sound Of Cicadas
UT Mentor Program Offers Young Refugees More Than Just A ‘Hello’ In A Familiar Language
Amazon Deal Could Be An Opportunity To Attract New Customers To Whole Foods
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