Here’s what’s coming up on Texas Standard for Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.
How the Supreme Court’s redistricting decision reshapes 2026
An ideologically divided U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for Texas to use its gerrymandered 2025 congressional maps in next year’s elections. The ruling has immediate consequences for candidates preparing to run in newly drawn districts, especially in fast-growing South Texas.
Sharon Navarro of UT San Antonio and Texas Public Radio’s David Martin Davies join Texas Standard to break down the legal and political stakes.
San Antonio’s water future amid drought and growth
South Texas faces mounting water challenges as drought intensifies and regional growth strains existing supply. San Antonio’s reliance on multiple sources has long been considered a strength, but experts warn the city will need sustained planning to meet future demand.
Robert Mace of Texas State University joins the Standard to discuss the region’s water outlook.
Mixtli’s rise and San Antonio’s evolving food scene
San Antonio’s food landscape has gained international attention in recent years, highlighted by Mixtli earning a Michelin star for its innovative, region-spanning approach to Mexican cuisine.
Chef Diego Galicia of Mixtli joins the Standard to talk about the restaurant’s evolution and the broader culinary moment afoot in the city.
Conjunto, Tejano, and the sound of San Antonio
San Antonio’s musical identity is inseparable from conjunto and Tejano – genres shaped by immigrant traditions, neighborhood venues, and influential families like the Jiménez dynasty. As new generations reinterpret the music, curators and artists say these styles remain central to the city’s cultural life.
Hector Saldaña, Texas music curator at the Wittliff Collections at Texas State University, joins the Standard.
San Antonio’s economic outlook and big projects ahead
As San Antonio prepares for major redevelopment efforts – including a $550 million overhaul of the Alamo area, plus a proposed downtown entertainment district tied to Project Marvel – economists say the city’s future hinges on education, diversifying its job base and attracting new industries.
Steve Nivin, chair of the economics department at St. Mary’s University, joins Texas Standard with more.
