The Supreme Court is starting its new term today after a session that had significant rulings on various issues like guns, abortion medication, federal regulations, and presidential immunity. This upcoming term is anticipated to have more cases with substantial impact. Tara Grove, the Vinson & Elkins chair in law at UT Austin, provides more insights on this matter.
With the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalating, the U.S. State Department is advising American citizens in Lebanon to stay informed about available assistance. Angela Kerwin, deputy assistant secretary for the department’s Overseas Citizens Services, explains how Texans with ties to Lebanon can remain connected during this crisis.
Despite the federal government allocating $360 million to a project aimed at connecting the Texas power grid to the Southeastern U.S., there are still significant obstacles hindering progress. Bekah Morr from KERA News sheds light on the challenges delaying advancements and whether Texans can expect any changes soon.
Special education teachers at Northside ISD in San Antonio have raised safety concerns, filing a formal complaint alleging that the death of a colleague this year is part of a larger trend of student-caused injuries. Texas Public Radio education reporter Camille Phillips obtained the complaint and spoke with the teachers involved.
As the conflict in Israel and Lebanon intensifies, with an Israeli invasion of Lebanon and Iran launching missiles at Israel, energy markets are experiencing the repercussions. Matt Smith, an energy analyst for Kpler, discusses how this conflict is affecting oil prices and the global energy market.
In East Dallas, efforts are underway to close a homeless encampment that has been ongoing for months. KERA’s Christopher Connelly reports on the process and its impact on the individuals involved.
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks in Israel, where over 1,000 people lost their lives. The Gaza Health Ministry estimates that over 40,000 Palestinians have died as a result of Israeli strikes over the past year. Rabbi David Young of Congregation Beth Israel in Austin joins the Standard to discuss how this anniversary falls between two of Judaism’s holiest days and its impact on the community.
In addition to all these updates, Alexandra Hart provides the Texas Newsroom’s state roundup, and Wells Dunbar presents the Talk of Texas.
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