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 the local government to the latest in arts and culture, NTX Now connects the people, perspectives, and possibilities shaping our shared future. It’s where assumptions are challenged, new ideas take root, and communities work across differences. Because the story of this region isn’t just happening around you - it’s happening with you. And on NTX Now, your community is always at the center of the conversation.

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  Carrolton debates Flock contract; ICE at polling sites; Social media vs. mental health

  Sep 15, 202614 min

  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 found they can also have a negative impact on users' mental health, even if they themselves don't realize it. Dr. Alva Tang is an assistant professor of psychology and one of the authors of a study published this summer, and she joins us to talk about the study.

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  Helping students dress up for homecoming

  Sep 15, 202610 min

  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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  Today's top stories; How warming ocean temps affect coral reefs

  Sep 15, 202610 min

  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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  Federal cuts hit conservation efforts; How to train for a hike

  Sep 15, 202614 min

  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 moderate mountain climb -- is key. KERA Photojournalist Yfat Yossifor has become our correspondent for all things nature and outdoors, and she recently chronicled her mountain climb and the training that went into it -- and it's no joke.

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  Where does Ken Paxton's wealth come from?; Fire in Sand Branch exposes lack of basic resources

  Sep 14, 202614 min

  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 visited after the fire.

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