The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has recently made significant reductions in the operations of its mobile air pollution monitoring unit, causing concerns about air quality oversight in the state. Dylan Baddour, a reporter for Inside Climate News, shared his findings on this issue. The Latino population in Harris County, making up almost half of the residents, has a significant impact on the upcoming presidential election. Colleen DeGuzman from Houston Public Media spoke with local Latino voters to understand the key issues driving them to the polls.
In Austin, airport workers narrowly avoided a strike by securing a higher minimum wage of $25 per hour. Mason Rouser of KUT News reported on the resolution. Special education teachers at Northside ISD in San Antonio have reported injuries from students, prompting concerns. Camille Phillips of Texas Public Radio spoke with experts about this issue and the district’s response to the formal complaint.
Senate Bill 2038, passed by the Texas Legislature, allows landowners to de-annex themselves from the city’s limits, potentially reshaping the outskirts of Austin and other fast-growing metros. Justin Sayers from Austin Business Journal discussed the legislation’s impact. In El Paso, Rosa Inungaray has been serving enchiladas at St. Anthony’s bazaar for 57 years, creating a beloved tradition. Rumi Sevilla from NPR’s Next Generation Radio Project shared her story.
Mariachi education has become a significant part of Texas high school music competitions, with Sara Acuña introducing us to a key figure in mariachi education. Following Hurricane Helene’s devastation in North Carolina, over 6,000 National Guardsmen have been deployed to provide relief efforts, with a focus on helicopter operations due to destroyed roadways and bridges. Jay Price of the American Homefront Project flew with one of these National Guard crews and reported on their efforts.
Additionally, Alexandra Hart from Texas Newsroom provided a state roundup, and Wells Dunbar discussed the Talk of Texas. If you appreciate the reporting mentioned above, please consider making a donation to support it on texasstandard.org and KUT.org. Your contribution helps fund the valuable content produced. Thank you for considering a donation today.