Here are the stories on Texas Standard for Monday, July 6, 2026.
Tracking a foodborne parasite outbreak
Federal health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of a foodborne parasite that has sickened people in Texas and elsewhere. While the illness can cause prolonged gastrointestinal symptoms, there are practical steps people can take to reduce their risk.
Dr. Catherine Troisi, professor of epidemiology at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, joins the Standard with more.
Can new herbicide rules prevent crop damage?
The Environmental Protection Agency has issued new restrictions on dicamba, a widely used herbicide that has long been criticized for drifting onto neighboring farms and damaging crops. Farmers and researchers say the updated rules may reduce some problems, although questions remain about whether they can eliminate the issue altogether.
Harvest Public Media’s Will Bauer reports.
This week in Texas music history
Jason Mellard from Texas State’s Center for Texas Music History looks back.
The return of the New World screwworm has renewed attention on invasive species and the challenges they pose for Texas agriculture. But the state has successfully battled destructive pests before.
KUT News’ Katy McAfee reports on the campaign that dramatically reduced fire ants and what it can teach us today.
The World Cup through the eyes of Houston’s African immigrant community
Houston’s large African immigrant community is finding connection, celebration and a sense of home through the World Cup. As national teams compete on the global stage, fans across the city are gathering to cheer on countries that reflect their heritage and culture.
Houston Public Media’s Sonia Kinyua reports.
A new feature in Vogue’s summer issue celebrates Texas through portraits of ranchers, musicians, church choirs, rodeo riders and other people helping define the state’s identity today. The project is part of the magazine’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary.
Vogue’s Naomi Elizeé and Morgan Senesi join the Standard with more.
What now after sentencing concludes in Prairieland case
Nearly a year after a protest outside an ICE detention center in North Texas escalated into gunfire that wounded a police officer, nine people have now been sentenced. The case drew national attention for the charges prosecutors pursued, its free speech implications and the legal arguments surrounding the group’s alleged coordination.
Toluwani Osibamowo of KERA News joins the Standard with an overview.
