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After Nov. 22, 1963, Dallas was labeled the "city of hate" for being the place where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. It put the city and its politics under a microscope in a way it hadn't been previously scrutinized. Guests include the curator of the Sixth Floor MuseumStephen Fagin, longtime Dallas Morning News reporter Michael Granberry, and Jack Ruby biographerDanny Fingeroth.

After Nov. 22, 1963, Dallas was labeled the "city of hate" for being the place where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. It put the city and its politics under a microscope in a way it hadn't been previously scrutinized. Guests include the curator of the <a href="https://www.jfk.org/">Sixth Floor Museum</a> <a href="https://www.jfk.org/author/stephenf/">Stephen Fagin</a>, longtime <a href="https://www.dallasnews.com/">Dallas Morning News</a> reporter <a href="https://www.dallasnews.com/author/michael-granberry/">Michael Granberry</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Jack-Ruby-Faces-Oswalds-Assassin/dp/1641609125">Jack Ruby biographer</a> <a href="http://dannyfingeroth.com/">Danny Fingeroth</a>.

How Dallas responded to the Kennedy assassination

Before he became the host of Face the Nation or moderated presidential debates, Bob Schieffer was a police reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. And an unlikely phone call to the newsroom on Nov. 22, 1963, would have a profound impact on his career. The call Schieffer answered was placed by Marguerite Oswald, the mother of Lee Harvey Oswald. Schieffer ended up driving Marguerite Oswald from Fort Worth to Dallas and spent time with her at the Dallas Police Department. He reflects on that fateful day and how it impacted the country.

Before he became the host of Face the Nation or moderated presidential debates, Bob Schieffer was a police reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. And an unlikely phone call to the newsroom on Nov. 22, 1963, would have a profound impact on his career. The call Schieffer answered was placed by Marguerite Oswald, the mother of Lee Harvey Oswald. Schieffer ended up driving Marguerite Oswald from Fort Worth to Dallas and spent time with her at the Dallas Police Department. He reflects on that fateful day and how it impacted the country.

The day 'America lost its innocence'

Next week marks the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Texas Wants to Know is revisiting the event to explore how it impacted Dallas. In this episode, we dive into conspiracy theories. Kennedy's assassination was not the only historic event to spark theories, but it seemed to become the most mainstream. So, why did Kennedy's death spark so many conspiracy theories?

Next week marks the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/north-texas-wants-to-know">Texas Wants to Know</a> is revisiting the event to explore how it impacted Dallas. In this episode, we dive into conspiracy theories. Kennedy's assassination was not the only historic event to spark theories, but it seemed to become the most mainstream. So, why did Kennedy's death spark so many conspiracy theories?

Why the Kennedy assassination sparked so many conspiracy theories

As the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy approaches later this month, Texas Wants to Know is taking a look at the event and how it impacted Dallas. In the first episode, we explore how younger generations perceive the event and walk through the challenge of imparting the gravity of it. It also changed how news outlets used television, and by extension, how Americans experienced Nov. 22, 1963.

As the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy approaches later this month, <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/north-texas-wants-to-know">Texas Wants to Know</a> is taking a look at the event and how it impacted Dallas. In the first episode, we explore how younger generations perceive the event and walk through the challenge of imparting the gravity of it. It also changed how news outlets used television, and by extension, how Americans experienced Nov. 22, 1963.

How did the Kennedy assassination change the way we consume news?

This year marks 60 years since President John F. Kennedy was fatally shot in Dallas. Texas Wants to Know is taking a look back at how the event is perceived by younger generations, why it sparked so many conspiracies, and how it impacted the city for decades to come.

This year marks 60 years since President John F. Kennedy was fatally shot in Dallas. Texas Wants to Know is taking a look back at how the event is perceived by younger generations, why it sparked so many conspiracies, and how it impacted the city for decades to come.

The Kennedy assassination: 60 years later

Texas voters will return to the polls on Tuesday to vote in the state's primary election runoffs. Most of the races to watch are on the Republican side.

SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson says Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are taking the unusual step of campaigning against incumbents in their own party.

Texas voters will return to the polls on Tuesday to vote in the state's primary election runoffs. Most of the races to watch are on the Republican side.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson says Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are taking the unusual step of campaigning against incumbents in their own party.

What to watch for ahead of Texas' primary runoff election

On Saturday, Lubbock voters will head to the polls to decide whether or not to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana in the city. It’s a step a handful of other Texas cities, including Austin, Denton, Elgin, Killeen, and San Marcos have already taken. Mateo Rosiles, a reporter for the Lubbock Avalance-Journal, explains what's in Proposition A and how it could fare on May 4.

On Saturday, Lubbock voters will head to the polls to decide whether or not to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana in the city. It’s a step a handful of other Texas cities, including Austin, Denton, Elgin, Killeen, and San Marcos have already taken. Mateo Rosiles, a reporter for the Lubbock Avalance-Journal, explains what's in Proposition A and how it could fare on May 4.

Will Lubbock residents vote to decriminalize marijuana?

According to a new study, Texas is among the worst states in the country in which to own an electric vehicle. In fact, it’s the second worst, ahead of only Washington state, says the research team at EV Charger Reviews.

The group used six factors to rank states – electric vehicles per charging port, charging ports per square mile, average electricity cost, money saved annually when owning an electric vehicle, EV per service center, and tax credits. Texas landed in the bottom 10 for three of the six, though it did rank 15th in average electricity cost.

Earlier this month, Audacy’s quarterly conversation focused on the state of the environment. Jeff Gilbert of Audacy’s WWJ in Detroit spoke with analysts Stephanie Brinley of S&P Global Mobility and Sam Abuelsamid from Guidehouse Insights about the Motor City’s relationship with electric vehicles.

According to a new study, Texas is among the worst states in the country in which to own an electric vehicle. In fact, it’s the second worst, ahead of only Washington state, says the research team at <a href="https://www.evchargerreviews.net/">EV Charger Reviews</a>.
The group used six factors to rank states – electric vehicles per charging port, charging ports per square mile, average electricity cost, money saved annually when owning an electric vehicle, EV per service center, and tax credits. Texas landed in the bottom 10 for three of the six, though it did rank 15th in average electricity cost.
Earlier this month, <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/krld-news/audacy-conversations-the-state-of-the-environment">Audacy’s quarterly conversation focused on the state of the environment</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/jefferygilbert">Jeff Gilbert</a> of Audacy’s <a href="https://www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio">WWJ in Detroit</a> spoke with analysts <a href="https://www.spglobal.com/en/enterprise/experts/brinley-stephanie.html">Stephanie Brinley</a> of <a href="https://www.spglobal.com/en/">S&amp;P Global Mobility</a> and <a href="https://guidehouseinsights.com/team/sam-abuelsamid">Sam Abuelsamid</a> from <a href="https://guidehouseinsights.com/">Guidehouse Insights</a> about the Motor City’s relationship with electric vehicles.

Why electric vehicle infrastructure hasn't kept up with EV sales

There are over 5,000 species of wildflowers in the Lone Star State. The most iconic one is the bluebonnet. Each spring, Texas explodes into colorful fields that residents love to see. Whether it's taking photos in the fields or stopping by the side of the road to appreciate the scenery, it has become a beloved aspect of Texan culture.

So, Texas Wants to Know, how did bluebonnets, and wildflowers in general, become a part of Texas culture?

There are over 5,000 species of wildflowers in the Lone Star State. The most iconic one is the bluebonnet. Each spring, Texas explodes into colorful fields that residents love to see. Whether it's taking photos in the fields or stopping by the side of the road to appreciate the scenery, it has become a beloved aspect of Texan culture.
So, Texas Wants to Know, how did bluebonnets, and wildflowers in general, become a part of Texas culture?

How bluebonnets became a part of Texas culture

The Dallas Mavericks and the Dallas Stars have not won a playoff series in the same season since 2003. This year, the Mavericks finished fifth in the Western Conference and will take on the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round, while the Stars won the Western Conference and will play either the Los Angeles Kings or the Vegas Golden Knights in Round 1.

Chris Arnold, the Mavericks' game night emcee at the American Airlines Center and a host on 105.3 The Fan, and Gavin Spittle, the brand manager at 105.3 The Fan and the host of the Spits and Suds podcast, joined Texas Wants to Know to explain why this could be the first time in 21 years both teams get out of the first round.

The Dallas Mavericks and the Dallas Stars have not won a playoff series in the same season since 2003. This year, the Mavericks finished fifth in the Western Conference and will take on the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round, while the Stars won the Western Conference and will play either the Los Angeles Kings or the Vegas Golden Knights in Round 1.
<a href="https://www.mavs.com/chrisarnold/">Chris Arnold</a>, the Mavericks' game night emcee at the American Airlines Center and a <a href="https://twitter.com/MrChrisArnold">host on 105.3 The Fan</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/gjspittle">Gavin Spittle</a>, the brand manager at <a href="https://www.audacy.com/1053thefan">105.3 The Fan</a> and the host of the <a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/spits-suds-podcast-67080">Spits and Suds podcast</a>, joined Texas Wants to Know to explain why this could be the first time in 21 years both teams get out of the first round.

Why Dallas sports fans should be excited about the Mavericks' and Stars' playoff runs

Partnering with EarthX, KRLD will host Audacy Conversations: The State of the Environment to talk more about the environment and offer tips to keep the Earth clean. We spoke with one of our anchors, Austin York who reported a story about the use of solar power and how efficient it can be.

How does solar energy fit into the Texas power supply?

Partnering with EarthX, KRLD will host Audacy Conversations: The State of the Environment to talk more about the environment and offer tips to keep the Earth clean. We spoke with one of our anchors, Austin York who reported a story about the use of solar power and how efficient it can be.
How does solar energy fit into the Texas power supply?

Why solar power is important to the future of Texas energy

In mid-March, Pornhub stopped service in Texas after a dispute the company says infringes on adults’ rights to access protected speech. According to the Texas Tribune, the site sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton last year “to block enforcement of a 2023 state law that requires websites that host pornography to institute age-verification measures and display health warnings on its pages."

So how do the new law, Pornhub, and the First Amendment fit together?

In mid-March, Pornhub stopped service in Texas after a dispute the company says infringes on adults’ rights to access protected speech. <a href="https://www.texastribune.org/2024/03/14/texas-pornhub-5th-circuit-age-verification-paxton/">According to the Texas Tribune</a>, the site sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton last year “to block enforcement of a 2023 state law that requires websites that host pornography to institute age-verification measures and display health warnings on its pages."
So how do the new law, Pornhub, and the First Amendment fit together?

Why did Pornhub disable its site in Texas?

For weeks leading up to Monday's total solar eclipse, North Texans were warned about the traffic on major highways with hundreds of thousands of people projected to descend on Dallas-Fort Worth.

But those traffic jams never materialized as the moon moved past the sun and eclipse watchers went on about their days.

Did people heed warnings from the Texas Department of Transportation? Did the severe weather in the forecast keep more people at home? Or was it a combination of things?

To find out, Texas Wants to Know talked to KRLD's Alan Scaia, who was at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park for an eclipse event, and TxDOT spokesperson Tila Grant.

For weeks leading up to Monday's total solar eclipse, North Texans were warned about the traffic on major highways with hundreds of thousands of people projected to descend on Dallas-Fort Worth.
But those traffic jams never materialized as the moon moved past the sun and eclipse watchers went on about their days.
Did people heed warnings from the Texas Department of Transportation? Did the severe weather in the forecast keep more people at home? Or was it a combination of things?
To find out, Texas Wants to Know talked to KRLD's Alan Scaia, who was at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park for an eclipse event, and TxDOT spokesperson Tila Grant.

Where was all the anticipated eclipse traffic?

As many as 1 million people could descend on Texas this weekend to see the total solar eclipse on Monday. Cities along the path of totality, like Del Rio and Hillsboro, will host festivals in an effort to capitalize on the phenomenon, which hasn't happened in Texas since 1878.

What will the influx of visitors mean for communities in the path of totality? Dr. Cullum Clark of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative says it could make a big impact, but it will be short-lived, while organizers of the Cosmic Cowboy Eclipse Festival in Hillsboro and the Solar Eclipse Fest in Del Rio say they anticipate a boost to hotels and businesses in their cities.

In Bell County, which is in Central Texas, Judge David Blackburn made headlines in February when he preemptively declared a state of emergency. He also joins Texas Wants to Know to explain the decision.

As many as 1 million people could descend on Texas this weekend to see the total solar eclipse on Monday. Cities along the path of totality, like Del Rio and Hillsboro, will host festivals in an effort to capitalize on the phenomenon, which hasn't happened in Texas since 1878.
What will the influx of visitors mean for communities in the path of totality? <a href="https://www.smu.edu/dedman/academics/departments/economics/people/faculty/cullumclark">Dr. Cullum Clark</a> of the <a href="https://www.smu.edu/dedman/academics/departments/economics/gwbinstitute">Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative</a> says it could make a big impact, but it will be short-lived, while organizers of the Cosmic Cowboy Eclipse Festival in Hillsboro and the Solar Eclipse Fest in Del Rio say they anticipate a boost to hotels and businesses in their cities.
In Bell County, which is in Central Texas, Judge David Blackburn made headlines in February when he preemptively declared a state of emergency. He also joins Texas Wants to Know to explain the decision.

How will eclipse-driven tourism impact the state economy?

You’ve probably heard by now, but on April 8, a total solar eclipse will cover a large swath of Texas. This space phenomenon doesn’t happen often and there’s a reason.

We spoke with Leticia Ferrer. She's the host of the podcast Totality Talks and the author of the book Texas Solar Eclipse.

You’ve probably heard by now, but on April 8, a total solar eclipse will cover a large swath of Texas. This space phenomenon doesn’t happen often and there’s a reason.
We spoke with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/leticiaferrer">Leticia Ferrer</a>. She's the host of the podcast <a href="https://texassolareclipses.com/podcast/">Totality Talks</a> and the author of the book <a href="https://texassolareclipses.com/">Texas Solar Eclipse</a>.

The science behind a total solar eclipse

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 the city of Dallas or what the future of marijuana legislation is in Texas. New episodes are released every Thursday.

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 the city of Dallas or what the future of marijuana legislation is in Texas. New episodes are released every Thursday.

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 the city of Dallas or what the future of marijuana legislation is in Texas. New episodes are released every Thursday.

Texas Wants to Know

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