Her are the stories on Texas Standard for Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025:
Measles outbreak declared over
Texas health officials say the measles outbreak is officially over. What factors go into that decision? And what should parents know as kids return to class?
Dr. Jennifer Shuford, commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services, joins us.
AI data centers’ hidden water cost
Texas is booming with AI data centers – and while energy use gets the headlines, their water consumption could strain drought-hit regions.
Texas Public Radio’s David Martin Davies reports.
Our Lady of the Lake students say OLLU gave them no viable options to complete their degree
Our Lady of the Lake University slashed 19 degree programs this fall.
Camille Phillips of Texas Public Radio reports on what that means for students – and why some say the school isn’t keeping its promises.
Texas promised to winterize its energy grid. An audit found big problems
After a deadly 2021 winter storm, Texas vowed to winterize its energy system. But a new audit questions whether natural gas inspections are up to the task.
KUT’s Mose Buchele explains.
Louis Sachar releases first adult novel
The author of “Holes” is back – this time with a fantasy novel for adults. Louis Sachar shares more about his latest book, “The Magician of Tiger Castle.”
Book captures ‘Faith and Ruin’ in Texas
Abandoned churches dot the Texas landscape. Adriana Perez explores their stories in her new book “Faith and Ruin” and joins us to share what she found.
Could Texarkana be a political bellwether?
Could Texarkana be the new Peoria? A new study looks at green energy investments and voting patterns in red America. Researcher Zikai Li explains.
