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:

Miguel Gutierrez Jr./KUT
Most viewed right now

Final version of bill to end vehicle inspections heads to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk

The Texas legislative session wraps up today. Here’s where major bills stand.

Terlingua residents see property taxes triple – or more – this year

North Texans face great hunger risk after SNAP cuts during ‘food price emergency’

Republican-led Texas Legislature adjourns without passing most GOP priorities

Refugee Services of Texas permanently closing after four decades

Final version of bill to end vehicle inspections heads to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk

The Texas legislative session wraps up today. Here’s where major bills stand.

Terlingua residents see property taxes triple – or more – this year

North Texans face great hunger risk after SNAP cuts during ‘food price emergency’

Republican-led Texas Legislature adjourns without passing most GOP priorities
