Texas Wants to Know
Texas Wants to Know
From the news that impacts us every day, like education and politics, to lighter topics like hidden gems around the state and unique holiday traditions, Texas Wants to Know explores news and stories from all over our great state. Host Baylee Friday talks to lawmakers, educators, business owners, and everyone in between to get the full story behind stories like why the Pegasus is associated with th…Social links:
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When a bank collapses, what happens to our money?
The first five months of 2023 saw the failure of three major U.S. banks: Silicon Valley, Signature, and First Republic. With large banks like Frost, Comerica, Texas Capital, and others based in our state, what are the chances a Texas-based bank could meet a similar fate? This week, host Baylee Fri…
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What's driving the growth in Texas' Asian-American and Pacific Islander population?
Texas has seen a 137% growth in its Asian American and Pacific Islander population over the last 20 years. While AAPI Heritage Month wraps up we pose the question: What's driving the growth in Texas' Asian-American population? Baylee Friday is joined by Lily Trieu, executive director of Asian Texa…
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In the year since Uvalde, how has the legislature addressed school safety?
Lawmakers are making a final push for their bills at the state Capitol as the 88th Texas legislative session enters its final weeks. And as the anniversary of the Uvalde mass shooting nears, the spotlight will shine on bills that would address school safety. To learn what lawmakers are doing to im…
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Why is school choice a priority for the state's top elected officials?
When the 88th Texas Legislature convened in January, Gov. Greg Abbott (R) listed school choice as one of his top priorities. But with the session set to conclude at the end of May, it's unclear if the Texas House will deliver. This week, Baylee Friday talks to Mandy Drogin of the Texas Public Poli…
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Why is Texas barbecue the best in the nation?
While barbecue in other parts of the country focuses on pulled pork, ribs, or even sides, in Texas one menu item takes center stage -- brisket. Owner and pitmaster at Austin's Interstellar BBQ, John Bates explains how important brisket is to Texas culture. "Texas barbecue is definitely built arou…
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What happened 30 years ago in Waco?
Thirty years ago this week, a fire broke out at a compound occupied by an apocalyptic cult outside Waco. The blaze ended a weeks-long standoff between federal authorities and the Branch Davidians. As it turned out NewsRadio 1080 KRLD in Dallas-Fort Worth played a central role in the early days of …
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How Buc-ee's built an empire on clean toilets and beaver nuggets
If you've ever traveled through the state of Texas, then you've seen a billboard with a cartoon image of a beaver alongside a phrase like, "It’s the brisket for me." Buc-ee's uses billboards along highways to capture the attention of hungry drivers looking for a gas station oasis. In this episode …
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How did Universal pick Frisco for its new theme park?
Universal is building its newest theme park in Frisco, on a piece of land that is part of a 2,500-acre development that will include the PGA of America headquarters, two golf courses, a campus of the University of North Texas, and thousands of homes. But how did Universal decide on a suburb 30 minu…
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What's next for short-term rentals?
A hotel was once many people’s only option when taking vacations. In recent years, companies like Airbnb and VRBO have created a different lane with short-term rentals. The rentals are categorized as a stay that is no longer than 30 days. While this option is helpful and more convenient for some pe…
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What it takes to be a storm chaser
Spring in Texas means severe weather season -- and a busy time of year for storm chasers. "Tornado season" historically runs from late spring to early summer, but this year, the state has already seen several tornadoes through mid-March. KRLD Chief Meteorologist Dan Brounoff says storm chasers play…
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