Today on Texas Standard, we have a variety of stories to share with you. Early voting is in full swing for the U.S. Senate race between Ted Cruz and Colin Allred, and voters in Houston and Dallas are sharing their thoughts on the candidates and key issues. The voting guide is now available in Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and Hindi, making it more accessible to a wider range of Texans.
In other news, experts are still working to understand the avian flu outbreak that affected dairy cows in Texas and Kansas. Despite no reported human deaths, a dairy worker in Texas has tested positive for the virus after coming into contact with infected cows. Katherine Eban from Vanity Fair will be joining us to shed light on the challenges caused by a lack of data from the USDA.
The historic U.S.S. Texas is still without a permanent home after a deal in Galveston fell through. The battleship, which served in both world wars, is currently undergoing repairs near Galveston, with its future location up in the air. Chris Gray from the Houston Chronicle will provide more details on what’s next for this iconic vessel.
Renowned author Hanif Abdurraqib will also be joining us to discuss his latest book, “There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension,” which delves into deeper themes beyond the sport of basketball. And with fewer veterans running for political office, we’ll explore how some candidates are leveraging their military background as a key part of their campaign strategy.
Stay tuned for more stories from Alexandra Hart and Wells Dunbar, along with updates on the state roundup and the Talk of Texas. If you appreciate the reporting we provide, please consider making a donation to support our work on texasstandard.org and KUT.org. Your generosity helps us continue bringing you valuable news and information. Thank you for donating today.