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A closer look at Uvalde school shooting ‘systemic failures’, and what’s being done to help families heal

Posted on · With the recent release of the Texas House committee investigation of the Robb Elementary School shooting and with Uvalde County commissioners' approval of a $5 million contract to assist victims, experts discuss what we can learn in order to protect our kids in the future.

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The sixth Jan. 6 hearing: Cassidy Hutchinson’s testimony, metal detectors seem to help reveal a ‘smoking gun’

Posted on · And after today’s hearing, where should the investigation go from here? Today, we invite top political minds to discuss, inform and shed more light on what we are learning.

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The ramifications of overturning Roe v. Wade – what it means for women’s health, and what it means for Texas

Posted on · Today, in an in-depth discussion with legal experts, we hear from those who identify as "abortion rights advocates" and "abortion rights opponents".

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Is there a way to stall inflation? And, should Texas state law enforcement agencies have equal blame for the poor response to the Uvalde shooting?

Posted on · Historically, what has worked in stopping inflation and bringing prices down? Two experts join us to help understand and navigate these difficult financial times. Plus, an inside report from the Texas Public Radio newsroom with updates on the Uvalde school shooting testimonies.

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Day 2 of the Jan. 6 hearings: Does Trump believe his own lies even in the face of evidence against him?

Posted on · On this second day of the January 6 public hearings, we not only talk with a political science expert about President Trump's and his allies push to spread false claims of election fraud, we also address the psychological aspect of plausible deniability with the director of the UTMB-Galveston Crime and Prevention Center.

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Reactions of understanding, grief, and healing from Uvalde mass shooting

Posted on · In continuing this conversation, we hear from those who have had their lives universally changed by this event and others like it. In sharing their stories, we learn how grief can be turned into action. Plus, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia weighs in.

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Uvalde shooting opens discussion on gun control laws and mental illness

Posted on · Legal, psychology, school safety experts talk about first and best lines of defense on threats within the school community, and how we need to meet in the middle with second amendment enthusiasts for gun violence prevention.