Texas Standard For October 10, 2017
Federal law enforcement created a new term that’s stirring up controversy – “black identity extremists.” We’ll explore what’s really behind the FBI’s latest report. And: One crop in Texas that’s been hit hard by rain: pumpkins. Some patches lost up to half the harvest, but this farmer still hopes you get your pick. Also: South of the panhandle pumpkin patch, lithium ion batteries. Elon Musk says he can rebuild Puerto Rico’s power grid using a technique tested in Texas. We’ll find out how. Plus: Could tech speed up the commute across the south Texas border? Those stories and more today on the Texas Standard:

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