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Friday, Nov 1

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Typewriter Rodeo: First time voting

Each week, the Standard reaches out to Austin’s Typewriter Rodeo for a custom poem on Texas topics.

Ken Paxton slams Rep. Jeff Leach for texting judge in Robert Roberson case

Leach, who serves as chair of the House Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence, asked a court of criminal appeals judge to reconsider Roberson’s case.

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‘The Fall of Roe’ chronicles the last decade of Roe v. Wade

The book is on the agenda for the Texas Book Festival in November.

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With school vouchers on the horizon in Texas, Houston-area families offer varying opinions

Voters across the region say the prospect of public funds being used for private education isn’t having much impact on how they cast their ballots. But the election results could...

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New historical status for Institute of Texan Cultures may slow down bid for new Spurs arena

The Texas Historical Commission named the structure a state antiques landmark last week. But the protections aren’t absolute, and UTSA may move forward with the wrecking ball next summer —...

Watch: The meaning of pan de muertos – and how to make it

Mariela Camacho, owner and baker at Comadre Panaderia in Austin, explains what pan de muertos, mainly baked for Día De Los Muertos, means to her.

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Texas Standard for Nov. 1, 2024: San Antonio’s Institute of Texan Cultures eyed for demolition

The Institute of Texan Cultures building – one of the last surviving of the city’s HemisFair ’68 – is slated for demolition as part of a broader redevelopment of the...

Where do voters of faith stand on abortion? It depends.

In the first presidential election since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, abortion has emerged as a leading issue on many voters’ minds as they head to the...

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With days to go, Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Colin Allred make final push in Texas’ U.S. Senate race

It’s a race to the finish line as U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, the incumbent Republican, and his Democratic challenger, U.S. Rep. Colin Allred, make their final cases to voters.

Thursday, Oct 31

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Atkinson Candy Co. has been handcrafting classic treats in Lufkin for 92 years

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“Our goal is to take the classic into a new direction,” says CEO Eric Atkinson.

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Yes, insects can lay eggs in your body. Here’s how.

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A warning: this topic may not be for the queasy.

Fronterawave’s ‘Calavera’ album blends goth and cumbia sounds for spooky season

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The project’s creator Charlie Vela says the sounds are inspired by the macabre moments in borderland media – “like Nine Inch Nails with the accordion.”

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Apple unveils new Mac in multi-day rollout

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The company announced a tinier Mac Mini, faster laptops, and colorful iMac all-in-ones.

‘I just want us to be left alone.’ LGBTQ voters list abortion, trans issues among top concerns

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North Texas voters who are part of the LGBTQ+ community told KERA their top issues include access to gender-affirming care for minors and abortion.

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Texas General Land Office purchases massive West Texas ranch near Big Bend National Park

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The acquisition of the more than 353,000-acre Brewster Ranch near the Rio Grande is a significant addition to state-owned land in Texas – though the news doesn’t necessarily mean the...

This Trump supporter was labeled a noncitizen and kicked off Texas’ voter rolls

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Mary Howard-Elley is the 10th U.S. citizen identified by ProPublica, The Texas Tribune and Votebeat whose registration was canceled after her citizenship was questioned. Her saga shows how tough it...

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A Texas woman died after the hospital said it would be a crime to intervene in her miscarriage

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Josseli Barnica is one of at least two pregnant Texas women who died after doctors delayed emergency care.

Texas Standard for Oct. 31, 2024: Talking with a real-life Texas Willy Wonka

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If you find a Chick-o-Stick or Mary Jane while out trick-or-treating this year, you can thank the Atkinson Candy Company, which opened in Lufkin in 1932.

Wednesday, Oct 30

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New documentary ‘Our Texas, Our Vote’ explores the complexity of ‘the Latino vote’ in the state

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“I’ve been wondering why Latinos don’t have more of a presence in the Legislature now that we’re the majority in the state,” says director Hector Galán. “So I wanted to...

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The Jesus Lizard to make thunderous return to Austin at Levitation festival

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The band is playing a slew of shows, marking the release of their first album in 26 years, “Rack.”

Houston ISD staff accused of helping hundreds of teaching candidates cheat on certification exam

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The scheme involved a basketball coach and two assistant principals.

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Bexar County judge said ballpark project will net San Antonio ISD $12 million; SAISD said $30,000

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In September, Peter Sakai said a new minor league baseball stadium would bring the district millions of dollars in new revenue every year. But district officials said his projection did...

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Catholic leader dismisses Arlington nuns from religious life. Could more legal action follow?

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The dismissal is the latest in a series of legal and religious disputes between the Discalced Carmelite Nuns and Fort Worth Catholic Bishop Michael Olson.

Texas Standard for Oct. 30, 2024: Catholic leader dismisses Arlington nuns amid ongoing dispute with Fort Worth diocese

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For over 18 months, the nuns of an Arlington monastery have clashed with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth. Now, a Vatican-appointed overseer has dismissed the sisters from their...

Tuesday, Oct 29

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How Texas courts view privacy and what that means for abortion cases and beyond

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A new book explores the legal history of privacy in the state and what it means moving forward.

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American Airlines fined $50 million for its treatment of passengers with disabilities

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The U.S. Department of Transportation penalty against American Airlines comes after “numerous serious violations of the laws protecting airline passengers with disabilities” over a four-year period.

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How a theater kid from East Texas became a monster

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Trevor Newlin has found silver screen success playing creatures like the Xenomorph of “Alien” fame.

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The influence of Texas barbecue can be seen all across the US

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Daniel Vaughn, Texas Monthly’s barbecue editor, visited 37 states and nearly 150 barbecue joints in search of the best.

Some Texas congregations don’t mind mixing religion and politics

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Every week, thousands of faith leaders across Texas share religious teachings with their congregations — and some even offer political guidance.

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If you hit a cow with your car, who’s at fault? In Texas, it depends on the county

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Some Texas voters will get to decide whether local livestock are free to roam.