Texas Standard

06/17/2026

Some communities have made efforts to stop — or at least slow — the growth of data centers, but legal challenges from developers are making it an uphill battle.

Some communities have made efforts to stop — or at least slow — the growth of data centers, but legal challenges from developers are making it an uphill battle.

06/17/2026

The new exhibit from sculptor Ken Womack showcases the culture of the Lone Star State at a level that also beckons reflection.

06/16/2026

Some bakeries, including in the Lone Star State, are serving up loaves and pastries that cost more, but many customers enjoy the health benefits and hardiness.

Some bakeries, including in the Lone Star State, are serving up loaves and pastries that cost more, but many customers enjoy the health benefits and hardiness.

06/16/2026

As part of their sustainable plans, the Houston World Cup host committee and other organizations developed the “Green Corridor,” a 14-mile loop from East Downtown to NRG Stadium. Transportation advocates are divided on its success.

As part of their sustainable plans, the Houston World Cup host committee and other organizations developed the “Green Corridor,” a 14-mile loop from East Downtown to NRG Stadium. Transportation advocates are divided on its success.

06/16/2026

Amid its water crisis, the city declined to supply public records on the Bitcoin mine’s usage, citing a state law that allows nondisclosure of an individual customer’s account.

Amid its water crisis, the city declined to supply public records on the Bitcoin mine's usage, citing a state law that allows nondisclosure of an individual customer’s account.

06/16/2026

Texans are advised to stay informed and avoid driving through flooded areas.

Texans are advised to stay informed and avoid driving through flooded areas.

06/16/2026

Along the way, this playoff run reminded San Antonio of something else.

Fiesta felt a little more like Fiesta. https://texasstandard.org/stories/the-spurs-lost-the-finals-san-antonio-got-something-back/

06/16/2026

Texas regulators are moving closer to allowing treated wastewater from oil and gas drilling operations to be reused on farmland and other sites outside the energy industry.

Supporters say the proposal could help ease the state’s growing water shortages, while critics warn about potential health and environmental risks.

The state’s environmental regulator will hold a public hearing June 15 on its proposed rules for how the toxic wastewater can be reused. Here’s what you should know.

06/15/2026

Gov. Greg Abbott outlined a variety of legislative priorities during his keynote speech at the state Republican Party convention Friday afternoon in Houston, followed by the stunning appearance of an elephant that paraded around the room.

Abbott pledged to spend at least $25 million to flip Harris County from blue to red. His legislative priorities include restricting further growth in property taxes and closing the state’s primary system.

06/15/2026

"The atmosphere there at the AT&T Stadium is exhilarating. It’s not even a full word that can really describe the ambience that happens whenever a soccer match is happening."

KERA News spoke with North Texans about their past experiences with other World Cup games and the impact the sport has had in their lives.