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NTX Now

NTX Now is where North Texas comes into conversation.Hosted by Ron Corning and Miranda Suarez, NTX Now is a live daily talk show from KERA News that brings context, curiosity and clarity to the stories shaping the region.Backed by KERA’s award-winning newsroom and partners across the region, NTX Now goes beyond the headlines. Each day, the show brings together community voices, local leaders and cultural contributors — exploring the ideas, issues and moments that reflect everyday life.From

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09:08

Visiting the Plano Balloon Festival; Rice art...

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2026/09/17

The Plano Balloon Festival kicks off today in Oak Point Park in Plano. More than 40 colorful balloons take to the sky in this annual 4-day event that draws participants from not only Texas but across the U.S. KERA's Alexsis Jones and Therese Powell talked to one of the balloon pilots at the festival. Plus, rice art is simple – you throw carefully arranged colored rice into the air to make shapes and images. With nearly 4 million followers on TikTok and more than two million subscribers on

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04:55

For seniors on a fixed income, inflation provides an...

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2026/09/17

These difficult economic times are taking a toll on us all, but there are unique challenges for seniors who live on fixed incomes. The Senior Source in Dallas is on the frontlines, working to connect them to resources and other organizations in North Texas that are stepping up to fill that need. Julie Krawczyk is the program director of The Senior Source’s Elder Financial Safety Center, and she joins us to explain.

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11:53

How raising interest rates impacts consumers

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2026/09/17

Wednesday, the Federal Reserve voted to raise interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point to combat inflation. That's going to impact Americans with any kind of debt. To better understand what that means for consumers, we reached out to Dean Stansel. He's a Research Associate Professor with the Bridwell Institute for Economic Freedom at the SMU Cox School of Business.

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14:05

Former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico's vision for unity

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2026/09/16

A former U.S. ambassador to Mexico who's also a fifth-generation Mexican American has a vision for a more inclusive approach to politics. Ken Salazar has also served as a U.S. senator and secretary of the interior. His new book is called "Borderlands: My Fight for an Inclusive America," and it maps out a vision for more unity with our neighboring nations in a time when the U.S. is being defined by our division.

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09:32

Texas Monthly's BBQ Homecoming comes to Grand Prairie

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2026/09/16

We're no strangers to talking about barbeque on this show, but how often can you eat a variety of smoked meats while supporting your local food banks? Well, this weekend, you can! Texas Monthly's BBQ Homecoming takes place this Saturday in Grand Prairie, and attendees can try a variety of items from seven different vendors. Texas Monthly barbecue editor Daniel Vaughn joins us to talk through what to expect this weekend.

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09:19

Today's top headlines; No relief in sight from triple...

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2026/09/16

Bekah and Ron breakdown the day's top stories. Plus, after a record-breaking September for triple-digit temps, and the buzz around El Nino this year, we wanted to check in with our favorite weather professional, Jesse Hawila, senior meteorologist at WFAA.

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12:54

The struggle to afford childcare; Plano Symphony...

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2026/09/16

Thousands of Texas families are waiting for help paying for childcare, but government payments don’t always cover the full cost. As KERA’s Sujata Dand reports, even families who get that help can struggle to find care they can afford. Also, after more than four decades at the helm, a North Texas musical era is coming to a close as Plano Symphony Orchestra music director Hector Guzman steps down at the end of this season. But filling his shoes won't happen overnight; the orchestra is using

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14:14

Carrolton debates Flock contract; ICE at polling...

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2026/09/15

In Carrollton, a heated debate is expected tonight as the city council decides whether to renew its contract with Flock Safety. KERA's breaking news report Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela joins us with the details. Also, a coalition of advocacy groups is suing to block the Trump administration from deploying ICE agents to polling sites in November. Plus, social media algorithms are great at using a person's viewing habits to feed them personalized, targeted content. But researchers at UT-Dallas

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09:31

Helping students dress up for homecoming

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2026/09/15

Believe it or not, Texas high schools are already gearing up for homecoming season. With the formal attire, flowers, dinner and everything else associated with the event, it can be an expensive undertaking. But the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District is working to help families cut down on costs.

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09:49

Today's top stories; How warming ocean temps affect...

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2026/09/15

Julia and Ron breakdown the day's top headlines. Also, ocean temperatures in the Gulf are running about two degrees warmer than normal. Those warming temperatures can harm coral reefs, with ripple effects to sea life and the economy. Houston Public Media’s Julianna Washburn reports researchers are closely monitoring reefs as the Gulf endures some of its hottest weeks of the summer.

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13:32

Federal cuts hit conservation efforts; How to train...

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2026/09/15

Farmers across the country are losing access to federal workers that help them with soil and water conservation efforts. The Natural Resources Conservation Service has been hit hard by the Trump administration’s cuts to the federal workforce, and Texas lost 15 percent of its staff last year. Harvest Public Media’s Abigail Bottar reports on how that’s impacting farmers. Plus, If you've been considering taking your hiking game to the next level with a mountain climb, training -- even for a

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14:03

Where does Ken Paxton's wealth come from?; Fire in...

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2026/09/14

According to a new investigation by ProPublica and The Texas Tribune, Ken Paxton appears to have violated federal ethics laws when filing disclosures about his assets and liabilities. We talked with reporter Zach Despart, who was one of the reporters involved in this project. And in the aftermath of a major fire in Sand Branch, residents say no one was hurt and property damage was minimal. But the community still lacks basic resources to keep future emergencies at bey. KERA's Andy Lusk

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09:54

Mourning The Shops at Willow Bend

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2026/09/14

Like so many brick and mortar shopping centers and malls across the country, The Shops At Willow Bend in Plano has permanently closed. D Magazine's senior editor Mike Piellucci joined us to talk about the mall's closure and how it hit especially close for his family.

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08:48

Why do we get sick when temps drop?; Today's top stories

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2026/09/14

When it finally gets here, the fall will bring cooler temperatures, as well as the usual seasonal illnesses: flu, COVID, strep throat, RSV and, of course, the common cold. In today’s Vital Signs, KERA’s Sam Baker talks with Dr. Donna Casey, an internist with Texas Health Dallas, about why this happens. Plus, Julia and Ron breakdown the day's top headlines.

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13:34

Dallas pizza shop finds success while others face...

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2026/09/14

While many restaurants are facing challenges, a new pizza shop is thriving. Will and Julie Salisbury opened Salisbury's Pizza and joined us to discuss how they are finding success by focusing on affordability. Plus, Krys Boyd joins us for a look ahead at what's on Think this week.

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14:16

Recap of the Republican midterm convention;...

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2026/09/11

KERA's managing editor Paul Debenedetto joins us to recap what happened over the course of the two-day Republican midterm convention in Dallas. Also, Sep. 11, 2026 marks 25 years since the deadliest attack on the United States in living memory. The attacks cost the lives of several people with ties to Texas, and at least one Houston firefighter helped at Ground Zero in NYC after the attacks.

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10:51

How 9/11 continues to shape America

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2026/09/11

25 years ago, tragedy struck the United States. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost, history was forever changed, and the America we know now continues to be shaped by the actions of government leaders following this attack. Jeffery Engle, the David Gergen Director of the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University, joined us to discuss where the United States is at, 25 years after the Sept. 11 attacks.

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08:26

The week's top stories; ACU student is the 2026...

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2026/09/11

Ron and Bekah run down the top stories this week. Plus, Cam Hazzard from Lewisville is a senior finishing up a triple major at Abilene Christian University. He's also a world champion dunker. KACU’s Josiah Wonnell talked with him about the 2026 Dunkman Championship.

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14:19

Key takeaways from day 1 of the Republican midterm...

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2026/09/10

The Republican midterm convention kicked off in Dallas yesterday, with speeches from state representative Brandon Gill, Attorney General and U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton, and President Donald Trump. NPR's Tamara Keith & KERA's Caroline Love join us to talk through day one of the convention, and what to expect today.

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10:19

Street doctors bring healthcare to the unhoused

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2026/09/10

According to the CDC, people experiencing homelessness are more likely to suffer from chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease, but getting help for those conditions is not easy when you’re also dealing with a lack of housing, money, and food. Doctors at Baylor University Medical Center have joined other physicians around the country to bring medical treatment directly to the forests and underpasses where their patients live. One of the team’s leaders, Dr. John Garrett, says this

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