Texas Standard for June 9, 2017
Obstruction of Justice? Vindication for the President? What did Texans hear in yesterday’s testimony on Capitol Hill? We’ll be listening. And: On the eve of voting in three tight mayoral races, low turnout means all three could be decided by a relative handful of ballots. Will your vote make the difference? We’re checking in with reporters across the state. Also: Obscured by the avalanche of news yesterday, there was an announcement of what appears to be a breakthrough treatment for all kinds of cancers. We’ll hear about it. Plus: He’s launched a space company, a solar energy business, a car company and more. But after years of trying, there’s one nut Elon Musk can’t quite crack…and Texans may be paying the price. We’ll explore. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:

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Joaquin Castro Says Comey Testimony Was ‘Devastating For The President’
Mayoral Runoffs In San Antonio, El Paso and Pasadena Fail To Grab Voters’ Attention
In Texas, Fear And Excitement With A New EPA
Why It’s Hard To Buy A Tesla In Texas
Grand Jury Charges Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy With Murder in Denny’s Chokehold Death
A New Drug That Fights Cancer, Wherever It Is In The Body, Shows Promise
The ‘True Heroes Of Texas Music’ Don’t Always Get The Credit they Deserve
Typewriter Rodeo: Come And Gone
Greg Abbott’s ‘Ambitious’ Special Session Call Will Challenge Lawmakers
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