Best Office Of Graduate Programs Podcasts (2025)

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 20, 2025: The city of Austin lost nearly 9.3 billion gallons of water last year 5:54

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Central Texas top stories for June 20, 2025. The city of Austin lost enough water to fill Lady Bird Lake four times over. Governor Greg Abbott has until Sunday to take action on a bill that would ban consumable hemp products containing THC. Tesla’s fleet of driverless robotaxis is set to hit Austin streets this Sunday. Governor Greg Abbott is expec…

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9th Circuit Rules In Favor Of Trump Administration Over National Guard Deployment 11:47

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National Guard troops sent to Los Angeles by President Donald Trump can stay there, for now. That's a result of a ruling late Thursday from a federal appeals court. Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED Health care providers in California say they're worried immigration raids are keeping people from getting the medical care they need. Reporter: Ana Ibarra,…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 20, 2025: AISD cuts central office staff by 20% to reduce budget deficit 5:10

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Central Texas top stories for June 20, 2025. The Austin Independent School District will cut 20% of its central office staff. The city of Austin is training Austinites so they can issue parking tickets on their own. Advocates are warning that potential cuts to federal financial aid will make it harder for low-income students in Texas to access high…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 19, 2025: Annual Juneteenth celebrations across Austin buzz with energy, joy and reverence 4:00

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Central Texas top stories for June 19, 2025. Juneteenth celebrated across Austin area, marking 160 years since Union troops arrived in Galveston with the news of emancipation. Austin is losing even more water to leaky city pipes than previously thought. Austin conspiracy theorist Alex Jones accused of hiding money from Sandy Hook families. Texas bi…

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Section 14 Survivors Still Awaiting Payments From Palm Springs 11:38

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In Palm Springs, a historic reparations effort for Black and Brown families who were forcibly removed from their homes 60 years ago is moving closer to reality. The city made history in November when it agreed to a nearly $6 million settlement with surviving former residents and descendants of the neighborhood known as Section 14. But roughly six m…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 19, 2025: Austin’s Alex Jones is facing another lawsuit related to the families of the Sandy Hook school shooting 4:04

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Central Texas top stories for June 19, 2025. Every year Austin’s water utility loses around 7 billion gallons of treated water because of leaks in the system. Alex Jones is facing another lawsuit related to his defamation of victims of the Sandy Hook school shooting. Expect some closures around the city because of Juneteenth celebrations. The post …

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 18, 2025: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is demanding the city of Austin stop contracting with anti-gun companies 3:52

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Central Texas top stories for June 18, 2025. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sent a letter to the city of Austin demanding they cease contracting with anti-gun companies. CapMetro’s police chief is leaving the transit agency. Governor Greg Abbott says he’s still on the fence about whether he’ll sign or veto a bill that would ban consumable pr…

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Non-Profit Help Families Afraid To Leave Their Homes With Food Deliveries 11:39

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Many immigrant families in Los Angeles are frightened to leave their homes, as federal immigration agents continue to make daily arrests in public places. So two local non-profit executives decided to do something about it. Deliver meals. Reporter: Megan Jamerson, KCRW A group of Democratic congress members, led by Representative Judy Chu of Pasade…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 18, 2025: APD says they’re prepared for a potentially long summer of protests 4:29

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Central Texas top stories for June 18, 2025. The Austin Police Department says they have maintained a delicate balance during recent demonstrations. Business leaders are reacting to the Trump Administration’s decision to continue immigration enforcement in critical industries. Travis County Commissioners passed a resolution calling for constitution…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 17, 2025: Local and state officials reflect on what’s changed in the three years since Roe v. Wade was overturned 4:03

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Central Texas top stories for June 17, 2025. Local and state officials gathered outside the Texas Capitol this morning to reflect on what’s changed since the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Roe v. Wade was overturned three years ago. Austin ISD elementary and middle school students made gains in reading on their springtime STAAR tests. Austin has …

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Sustainable Farming Practices Could Be Impacted By Federal Funding Cuts 11:46

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Federal dollars that help small growers experiment with farming more sustainably are drying up. One farmer in the Salinas Valley wants to find ways to keep her land nourished despite precarious funding. Reporter: Elena Neale-Sacks, KAZU A federal appeals court will hear arguments Tuesday on President Donald Trump’s decision to send armed troops to …

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 17, 2025: Austin city leaders are looking to make cuts to the city budget 3:33

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Central Texas top stories for June 17, 2025. Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed three tax break bills into law yesterday. Austin, Travis County and Austin ISD are looking at ways to be more efficient with taxpayer dollars. Eanes ISD will start looking for a new superintendent. The post KUT Morning Newscast for June 17, 2025: Austin city leaders are …

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Sergiu Simmel – The Cold War of Cultures 30:00

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In this episode, Darrell W. Gunter interviews Sergiu Simmel, co-author of The Cold War of Cultures and Business Operating Systems. They explore how hidden cultural tensions between monochronic (structured) and polychronic (relational) systems affect team performance, strategy execution, and organizational growth. Simmel explains why understanding t…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 16, 2025: Taylor’s mayor speaks out on social media about his decision not to recognize Taylor Pride’s annual festival 3:01

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Central Texas top stories for June 16, 2025. Taylor Pride is set to hold its fifth annual music and arts festival this month. Capital Metro’s first police officers began patrolling the transit system today. Austin ISD families with students in elementary and middle school will learn tomorrow how their kids did on the STAAR test. The post KUT Aftern…

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Thousands Protest The Trump Administration Across California 11:43

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2,000 cities across the country participated in Saturday’s No Kings protest. Organizers say five million people took to the streets. That included cities up and down the state of California. If you're arrested and charged with a crime, you have a right to an attorney to defend you in court. But what about an investigator to collect evidence to help…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 16, 2025: Thousands join ‘No Kings’ protest in Austin. An arrest was made after a threat against Texas lawmakers. 5:18

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Central Texas top stories for June 16, 2025. The “No Kings” protest in Austin on Saturday remained peaceful. The Texas Department of Public Safety made one arrest earlier in the day related to threats against state lawmakers who were expected to speak. AISD will receive millions of dollars in new funding as a result of state legislation passed this…

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Navigating the Complexities of Graduate School Admissions: Lessons from Legal Experts 33:48

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Are you thinking about graduate school, but worried about a few bumps in your academic or personal past? This week’s episode of "Victors in Grad School," hosted by Dr. Christopher Lewis, is one you can’t afford to miss. Joined by legal experts Susan Stone and Kristina Supler, co-chairs of KJK's Student & Athlete Defense and Title IX Practice Group,…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 13, 2025: Austin will be one of many cities across the nation staging a ‘No Kings’ protest tomorrow amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown 4:33

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Central Texas top stories for June 13, 2025. Hundreds of people are expected to gather in front of the Texas Capitol tomorrow. UIL officials are looking into a proposal to make girls’ flag football an official varsity sport in Texas. Frontier Airlines launched nonstop service to San Diego this week. The City of Austin’s seeking the community’s feed…

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Some immigrants thankful for those who protest in Austin, but worry arrests overshadow purpose 4:50

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Many residents without legal status are staying away from anti-ICE protests because they don’t feel safe. KUT’s Greta Díaz González Vázquez tells us how they are feeling about other people protesting. More demonstrations are planned for the weekend. The post Some immigrants thankful for those who protest in Austin, but worry arrests overshadow purp…

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Appeals Court Allows National Guard To Remain In Los Angeles 11:17

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A federal appeals court has blocked a judge’s ruling regarding the Trump administration's use of the California National Guard in Los Angeles. Federal Judge Charles Breyer ruled late Thursday that President Trump must return control of the National Guard to Governor Newsom. But the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals allowed the deployment to continue, sc…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 13, 2025: New flights are coming to ABIA 5:40

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Central Texas top stories for June 13, 2025. Frontier Airlines launched nonstop service to San Diego this week, just one of several changes to the flight schedule at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Two tornadoes touched down briefly in Hays County. Officials from the University Interscholastic League say they will continue to study a propos…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 12, 2025: Austin city leaders are prepared to allow people to peacefully demonstrate on Saturday 2:26

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Central Texas top stories for June 12, 2025. A Flood Watch is in effect until seven o’clock for Hays, Travis, Williamson and more counties to the northeast. Another round of protests is expected Saturday night in downtown Austin. A tornado touched down in Hays County just south of Wimberly early this morning. The post KUT Afternoon Newscast for Jun…

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Increased ICE Raids Send Shock Waves Through Farm Worker Community 11:02

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Multiple federal immigration enforcement actions involving farm workers have taken place in recent days in multiple regions of California including those in Ventura, Kern, and Tulare counties. Workers are being detained without warning, at job sites and in the fields. U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff are calling these actions “unjustified…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 12, 2025: Central Texas is under a Flood Watch until 7 tonight 4:41

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Central Texas top stories for June 12, 2025. A Flood Watch is in effect for much of Central Texas until 7 p.m. Austin’s Mayor Kirk Watson says he was notified that the Texas National Guard will be ready to respond to protests this weekend. A report says the TCEQ permitted three new natural gas power plant projects in violation of the Clean Air Act.…

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"From Soil to Soul," an Interview with Ms. Tina Trout 30:00

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🌿 New Episode – Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter 🌿 This week on Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter, I’m honored to welcome Ms. Tina Trout, Founder of LaLa Gardens Cooperative and author of Natural Being Framework. In our inspiring conversation titled "From Soil to Soul," Tina shares how her journey from journalism and marketing led her to become a …

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 11, 2025: The Texas National Guard is ready to respond to protests in Austin this weekend 3:54

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Central Texas top stories for June 11, 2025. The City of Austin has been notified that the Texas National Guard will be ready to respond this weekend to scheduled protests. Austin and Travis County leaders are celebrating improvements in the local response to the opioid crisis. A judge on Tuesday upheld an Austin vote on redevelopment along the sho…

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Interview: UT-Austin researcher confirms the benefits of a smartphone “vacation” 8:20

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Are you holding your smartphone right now, or is it at least nearby? We all know it can be extremely difficult to let go of those devices and all the access they provide, even for just a bit. But during this summer vacation season, what about taking a vacation from your smartphone? Adrian Ward is an Associate Professor of Marketing at UT Austin’s M…

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What Immigrants Should Know As ICE Enforcement Continues 11:32

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As Immigration and Customs Enforcement escalates its efforts to detain as many people without legal status as possible in California, immigration advocates are reminding people of their constitutional rights. Guest: Nisa Khan, KQED Thousands of migrant families across the country received a text message from Immigration and Customs Enforcement last…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 11, 2025: Austin and Travis County leaders celebrate improvements in the response to the opioid crisis 4:57

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Central Texas top stories for June 11, 2025. Austin and Travis County leaders are celebrating improvements in the local response to the opioid crisis. Texas high school students this year did better in math and science on state standardized tests than they did in 2024. Hays County Commissioners voted unanimously to pass a resolution for the humane …

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Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter – Episode Title: “No Write Way to Die” with Neal Lipschutz 30:00

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🎙️ Leadership with Darrell W. Gunter – Episode Title: “No Write Way to Die” with Neal Lipschutz In this compelling episode, Darrell W. Gunter welcomes Neal Lipschutz, former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of The Wall Street Journal and author of the debut thriller No Write Way to Die. 🔍 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Neal’s transition from journalism to…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 10, 2025: Austin police arrested 8 protestors following demonstrations downtown against President Trump’s immigration crackdown 4:00

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Central Texas top stories for June 10, 2025. Austin police arrested 8 protestors Monday night following demonstrations downtown against President Trump’s immigration crackdown. Hays County Commissioners voted unanimously to pass a resolution for the humane treatment of immigrants. A bill headed to Governor Abbott’s desk would raise the threshold ne…

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More Protests Held Across Southern California As Trump Administration Orders More National Guard To LA 11:40

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Protests continued across Southern California, and the rest of the state on Monday over the Trump administration's immigration actions. Reporter: Megan Jamerson, KCRW A labor leader was released from custody on Monday after his arrest during a downtown L.A. immigration raid set off a firestorm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 10, 2025: Hundreds march in downtown Austin to protest Trump immigration crackdown 5:11

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Central Texas top stories for June 10, 2025. Law enforcement officers used an eye irritant to disperse people protesting the Trump’s administration’s mass deportation efforts. Some students expect their tuition and fees to be more than double after the Texas Dream Act was struck down last week. A bill lawmakers hope will make it harder to stop or s…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 9, 2025: Undocumented students are preparing to pay higher tuition rates at public colleges and universities 3:41

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Central Texas top stories for June 9, 2025. Undocumented students are preparing to pay higher tuition rates at public colleges and universities after a judge last week struck down the Texas Dream Act. Rain in the forecast this week could be helpful in bringing life back to Jacobs Well. Williamson County’s Regional Animal Shelter is now offering “re…

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Here’s what happened with abortion at the Texas Legislature this year 5:53

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Three related bills prompted substantial discussions in the Texas House and Senate this year. Two of them passed. KUT’s Olivia Aldridge tells us about the main abortion bills that were part of the conversation at the Texas Legislature this year. The post Here’s what happened with abortion at the Texas Legislature this year appeared first on KUT & K…

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National Guard Deployed As Protesters Clash With Law Enforcement 11:46

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Protests were held over the weekend across Los Angeles because of the Trump Administration's immigration crackdown in the city. Things ratcheted up even further after President Trump announced the planned deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops in Los Angeles, in light of the protests. Guest: Saul Gonzalez, The California Report When the immigrat…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 9, 2025: New Capital Metro police officers will patrol the transit system 4:23

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Central Texas top stories for June 9, 2025. Immigration rights activists say undocumented college students pay tens of millions of dollars in tuition and fees. Capital Metro has new police officers; they’ll patrol the transit system starting next week. The City of Austin continues with cyanobacteria remediation efforts in Lady Bird Lake. The post K…

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Key Shifts Prospective Graduate Students Must Know: Insights from Enrollment Professionals 16:59

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Are you considering grad school in today’s ever-evolving landscape? This week’s episode of “Victors in Grad School” delivers a must-listen conversation directly from the heart of the National Association of Graduate Admission Professionals (NAGAP) conference. Host Dr. Christopher Lewis gathers real-time insights from experts, admissions leaders, an…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 6, 2025: Taylor to still hold Pride festival despite mayor’s refusal to issue proclamation 6:13

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Central Texas top stories for June 6, 2025. Taylor Pride is set to hold its fifth annual music and arts festival later this month. A Texas law allowing undocumented students to pay in-state tuition rates was repealed this week. With the weather heating up, the city is about to resume cyanobacteria remediation efforts in Lady Bird Lake. Starting tod…

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Interview: This year’s Jazz at St. James event is focusing on the diaspora 8:39

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This year’s Jazz at St. James event is “Texas and West Coast Voices: Joining Hands for Love of the Diaspora.” KUT’s Jennifer Stayton talked with the three of the participating poets about the focus of this year’s event. The post Interview: This year’s Jazz at St. James event is focusing on the diaspora appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcas…

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Graduation season is over in the Austin area. A counselor reminds graduates – and everyone – not to lose sight of the “who” when celebrating achievements of what people “do.” 7:31

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Graduation season in the Austin area has ended. Graduation time naturally means a focus on achievements, maybe grades, and what students will do next. That tendency to focus on what people “do” can sometimes come at the expense of noticing the humanity of “who” people are. KUT’s Jennifer Stayton talked recently over Zoom with Central Texas neuropsy…

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Latest Travel Ban Blasted By Immigrant Rights Groups 11:43

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Immigrant-serving groups across the Bay Area are condemning a Trump administration travel ban that will bar most of the citizens of 19 countries from entering the U.S. Reporter: Tyche Hendricks, KQED Immigration lawyers and advocates say at least 15 people, including some children, were arrested outside of ICE offices in San Francisco this week. Re…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 06, 2025: Taylor’s mayor will not issue a proclamation to recognize Taylor Pride this year 4:09

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Central Texas top stories for June 12, 2025. Advocates for renewable energy didn’t face big setbacks this session at the Texas Legislature, but federal laws could pose a challenge. Advocates for immigrant rights react to the end of a law that allowed in-state tuition rates for undocumented college students. Taylor’s Mayor Dwayne Ariola did not issu…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 5, 2025: Undocumented students are no longer eligible for in-state tuition at Texas universities 4:39

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Central Texas top stories for June 5, 2025. Most students who graduated from Texas high schools were eligible for in-state tuition at Texas universities regardless of immigration status for more than two decades. A federal investigation has found that a hospital in Round Rock broke the law by delaying life-saving care for a woman with a nonviable p…

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Community Outrage Continues Over ICE Raid At San Diego Restaurant 11:45

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The fallout from the recent ICE raid on a San Diego restaurant continues as union leaders condemn the raid on Buona Forchetta, calling it cruel and an attack on workers. Reporter: Alexander Nguyen, KPBS One of the fiercest critics of the restaurant raid has been a San Diego City Councilman, who has called it terroristic and fascist, earning the con…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 5, 2025: Texas agrees to end in-state tuition for students without legal status. 6:11

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Central Texas top stories for June 5, 2025. Texas college students without legal status are no longer eligible for in-state college tuition after the DOJ sued the state of Texas. International students at UT Austin are feeling uncertain about their future. Here are the grid-related bills that passed and didn’t pass during the 2025 Texas Legislature…

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KUT Afternoon Newscast for June 4, 2025: APD’s automatic license plate reader program will end this month 4:03

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Central Texas top stories for June 4, 2025. The Austin Police Department’s automatic license plate reader program had been getting criticism from city leaders and the public. The Department of Justice is suing the State of Texas over in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants. Former Austin City Council member Jackie Goodman has died. Longtime ri…

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Hays County residents aren’t happy about a new neighbor moving in: a data center 5:46

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CloudBurst Data Centers is planning to build a facility south of San Marcos that could be leased to an AI firm or other tech company. KUT’s Maya Fawaz reports residents are concerned about the potential environmental impacts. The post Hays County residents aren’t happy about a new neighbor moving in: a data center appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studi…

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California Supreme Court To Hear Case On State's Rooftop Solar Policy 11:32

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It's an important day for the future of solar energy in California. Three environmental groups are set to go before the state Supreme Court to challenge a state policy on solar panels. Guest: Malena Corollo, CalMatters and The Markup The California Air Resources Board has launched a mobile monitoring program to collect pollution data from neighborh…

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KUT Morning Newscast for June 4, 2025: Austin’s Automated License Plate Reader program will end this month 3:40

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Central Texas top stories for June 4, 2025. Austin’s Automated License Plate Reader program was set to be renewed by the City Council, but City Manager T.C. Broadnax pulled the item off the agenda. Rents continue to fall in the Austin area. Williamson County is working on serving its homeless population. The post KUT Morning Newscast for June 4, 20…