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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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10:40

Dallas Trinity FC welcomes one of Mexico's top soccer...

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2026/10/16

A few months ago, soccer mania took over North Texas as it hosted the FIFA World Cup. This weekend Dallas will again be at the center of international attention as one of Mexico’s most popular soccer teams, Chivas Femenil, plays a friendly match against Dallas Trinity FC. KERA's Priscilla Rice reports the State Fair Clasico -- now in its second year --puts a spotlight on the popularity of women's soccer.

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14:39

Potential Granbury mayor recall, school districts and...

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2026/10/15

In Granbury, a group of citizens are looking to recall the mayor and several council members over a controversial data center project. Breaking news reporter Emmanuel Rivas joins us to provide the latest updates. As Texas property values keep rising, lawmakers have repeatedly eased the burden on home owners by lowering property taxes. Legislators say it’s been successful – and with midterms just weeks away, there’s also talk of even more cuts. But as KERA’s Bill Zeeble reports, those taxes

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13:36

Cleavage, a musical from a North Texas plastic...

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2026/10/15

A Dallas based productions is being called one of the 'breast' musicals of the year. Cleavage is the brainchild of north Texas plastic surgeon Dr. Ron Friedman, and opens at Theatre Three tonight after a successful first run last year.

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10:15

Patients and the rise of using artificial...

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2026/10/15

Patients are increasingly engaging with artificial intelligence sources for health information – without physician input or guidance – leaving some physicians concerned about the quality of the information. Philip Bernard, MD, who chairs the Texas Medical Association Committee on HIT and Augmented Intelligence, joins us.

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08:36

Revisiting Prop A, a Dallas ballot measure to fund...

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2026/10/15

Prop A is a Dallas ballot measure that would raise property taxes to better fund homelessness services. It would cost about 60 dollars a year for the average homeowner. Yesterday, the CEO of a Dallas shelter called the Union Gospel Mission in Dallas joined us to talk about Prop A -- but some of the information he shared was not entirely correct. We wanted to clear up any confusion, so this morning we're joined by Sarah Kahn, CEO of Housing Forward. Her organization has been leading the

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13:57

Medicare options shrink; What does the Texas Railroad...

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2026/10/14

Medicare open enrollment kicks off Thursday, and some Medicare Advantage plans will disappear, with no comparable replacement. Dan Weissman host's the podcast "An Arm and A Leg," which examines why health care is so expensive, while also providing advice and resources to folks navigating the system, and he joins us to offer some tips for seniors who may be scrambling to find new Medicare plans. Plus, one of the statewide races on the ballot this cycle is the Texas Railroad Commissioner

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08:37

Homelessness services could get a boost in Dallas County

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2026/10/14

On Election Day, voters in Dallas County will be asked to decide whether to approve Proposition A. The measure would increase property taxes by $5 a month, on average, and increase funding for homelessness services by $100 million annually. For 77 years, the Union Gospel Mission in Dallas has been sheltering and serving the homeless and is among the agencies that would receive increased funding if Prop A passes. It held a symposium over the weekend called "Conversations on a Bench" which

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11:04

Tarrant County won't restore polling places; Today's...

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2026/10/14

Tarrant County will not have to restore the 92 polling places Republican commissioners voted to cut for the upcoming election. A group of current and former Fort Worth elected officials, including City Council member Deborah Peoples, sued. They allege the cuts were made disproportionately in Black and Latino areas. A judge yesterday denied the request to reinstate the polling places, without explanation. Penelope Rivera joins us with the details. Plus, Ron and Miranda breakdown the day's

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12:21

Dallas Winds begin their new season; Plano artist...

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2026/10/14

The Dallas Winds begin their new season with a program that offers musical flavors only the premier Texas wind band could offer. The program, called Fiesta Sinfonica, will take place Oct. 27 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Emilio Alvarez with our sister station WRR talked with Dallas Winds conductor Jerry Junkin about the performance. Plus, for over a decade, Plano artist Riley Holloway has focused to documenting North Texas history, including his own, through large-scale oil

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14:26

How many college students graduate?

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2026/10/13

The North Texas Now team goes on a hunt for The State Fair of Texas' 1st place vest created by our very own Miranda! Plus, how many college students complete a degree and make a living wage? The Fort Worth Education Partnership is out with a new report looking at the college completion rate. FWEP CEO Brent Beasley joins us with the details.

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09:13

Parkland Hospital training Ukrainian doctors

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2026/10/13

Parkland Hospital has one of the best burn units in the country. And a group of doctors from Ukraine recently made a visit to receive training on how to better care for battlefield injuries as Russia's invasion of the country stretches into its fifth year. Dr. Steven Orten is a plastic surgeon from Plano, and he joined us to talk about the ongoing training and how the collaboration is inspiring initiatives in other countries.

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09:15

Today's top headlines; the value of a Michelin star

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2026/10/13

Miranda and Ron breakdown the day's top headlines. Plus, two Dallas restaurants kept their coveted Michelin stars, and Goldee's Bar-B-Q in Fort Worth grabbed a new one. But now Texas cities have to answer a big question: Is being part of the Michelin system worth the cost? Dallas Business Journal digital editor Alexa Reed joins us to look at the future of the Michelin Guide in Texas.

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14:02

Spiders with Sam the Bug Man; The State Fair's...

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2026/10/13

Whether you'll be trick-or-treating or attending a house party for Halloween, you're almost guaranteed to see some kind of spider or spiderweb. We wanted to learn a little bit more about these creepy critters that have become synonymous with the holiday, so we called our local bug expert, Urban Wildlife biologist Sam Keischnick, or Sam the Bug Man. Sam visited us in our studio to dispel some misconceptions about arachnids. Also, a 12-year-old two time State Fair of Texas quilting champion

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14:40

Corporal punishment in Texas; Vouchers are hurting...

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2026/10/12

Data analyzed by KERA News finds that thousands of children are still paddled in Texas schools. While many states have banned corporal punishment in schools, Texas and 14 other states still allow it as a form of discipline. Dylan Duke joins us with details. Also, Texas public schools are expected to lose at least $227 million this school year thanks to the state's new voucher program. Dee Carney is the director of the Texas Center for Voucher Transparency at Our Schools Our Democracy, and

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09:51

The 40th Anniversary of True Stories

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2026/10/12

For the 40th anniversary of David Byrne's 1986 film True Stories, writer Sean O'Neal tracked down a host of actors and crew to get their take on this quirky film's legacy. He caught up with Ron and Miranda to talk all things True Stories.

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08:05

Why is back pain so common?; Today's top headlines

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2026/10/12

According to the National Spine Health Foundation, about 100-million Americans suffer from chronic neck or back pain each year. It’s the No. 1 reason for physical pain and leads to hundreds of millions of dollars in lost workdays each year. In today’s Vital Signs, KERA’s Sam Baker talks with Dr. Michael Catino, an orthopedic surgeon with Texas Health Denton, about why back and neck pain is so widespread. Plus, Ron breaks down the day's top headlines.

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13:19

The best steakhouses in North Texas?; This week on Think

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2026/10/12

D Magazine's Brian Reinhart is somewhat of a steak connoisseur. When you hear how much he's spent on steak dinners in the past year, you'll understand why. He joins Ron and Miranda to talk about why he thinks most North Texas steakhouses are mediocre, and what makes a truly great steak. Plus, the week ahead on Think with Krys Boyd.

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09:35

Art exhibit explores Mexican boxing; Football roundup

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2026/10/09

An exhibit at the Latino Cultural Center called "No Te Dejes" focuses on the cultural and spiritual dimensions of the Mexican boxing community through photography and sculptural installation. The artist, David Hanes-Gonzalez, is currently living in Mexico City and tells us why boxing is so important, not only to him and his art, but Mexican culture. Plus, Brett Vito with the Denton Record-Chronicle covers college football and joins us to talk through some of the big games to watch this

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08:46

Fort Worth gets a Michelin star

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2026/10/09

Goldee's Bar-B-Q in Fort Worth has just been awarded a Michelin Star, and it's the first for Fort Worth. Bud Kennedy writes about food for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and joins us to talk about what a well-deserved recognition this is.

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05:33

Key takeaways

NTX Now ·

2026/10/09

Ron and Miranda discuss their favorite stories from the week.

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