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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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  • October 12 · 13 min

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

    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.

  • October 9 · 9 min

    Art exhibit explores Mexican boxing; Football roundup

    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 weekend. And our executive producer Stephen Becker has a recap of Thursday night's Cowboy's debacle.

  • October 9 · 8 min

    Fort Worth gets a Michelin star

    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.

  • October 9 · 5 min

    Key takeaways

    Ron and Miranda discuss their favorite stories from the week.

  • October 9 · 14 min

    Fort Worth elder community in disrepair; Friday news roundup

    An elder-living community in Fort Worth is once again facing the threat of a utility shutoff as its residents continue to live in filthy, unsafe conditions. McKinnon Rice of the Fort Worth Report has been following this story and joins us for an update. Also, the Friday news roundup looks at the fire at the State Fair and other big stories from the week.

  • October 8 · 13 min

    A new pro soccer team in town; How to enjoy the State Fair on a budget

    This spring, Dallas is getting a new professional soccer team. We talk with USL Dallas's new president, Dale Petroskey, about whether there's room for so much soccer in North Texas. Plus, The State Fair of Texas has lowered its prices this year after attendance dropped and visitors complained last year. But it can still be pricey to go. KERA’s Alexsis Jones and Therese Powell found some ways to stretch your dollar with some free activities you don’t want to miss.

  • October 8 · 9 min

    Today's top headlines; Battery-powered aircraft taking flight in Texas

    Miranda and Ron breakdown the day's top headlines. Plus, a new generation of battery-powered aircraft is taking flight in Texas. Kristen Costello is the head of government and regulatory affairs at BETA technologies, an aerospace and defense company designing, manufacturing and selling these electric aircraft. She joins us to break down how this technology works.

  • October 8 · 9 min

    Tarrant county domestic violence organization responds to Cornell 7 case

    The civil suit brought against seven members of a Cornell University fraternity has turned the issue of domestic violence into a national conversation. As it happens, October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so we invited Jill Hassman with Tarrant County domestic violence service provider The Archway to talk about what the case can tell us about the problem.

  • October 8 · 14 min

    Bo French could hurt other GOP candidates; The Health and Wellness Fair in Fort Worth

    When the Texas Longhorns beat Ohio State last month, Republican Bo French didn't join the celebrations. Instead, the candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner posted a photo on social media showing UT students of South Asian descent cheering in the stands. French suggested they were foreigners displacing Americans.The post went viral, drawing national attention and criticism -- including from fellow Republicans, who called the comments racist. Now, with Texas less than two weeks from the start of early voting, some Republicans and political experts warn the controversy could end up hurting other GOP candidates at the ballot box.The Texas Newsroom's Blaise Gainey explains. Then, KERA's James Hartley joins us with more details. Also, since 2018, The Barbara Cares Foundation has hosted its annual Care2Fight Health & Wellness Fair in Fort Worth. Xavier Sanders founded Barbara Cares in honor of his mom, who died of late-stage breast cancer in 2018, and he joins us with more.

  • October 7 · 13 min

    Connecting audiences to nature through music; Frisco native elevates ACU's soccer program

    A unique concert, presented by Herd Here, is inviting audiences to think about wildlife, the environment and our place in it, through music. Brooke Sholl, a host at our sister station WRR and a cellist herself, joins us with a preview of a free concert this Sunday at the Trinity River Audubon Society. Also, how a Frisco native is helping take Abilene Christian University's soccer program to the next level.

  • October 7 · 9 min

    Today's top stories; New platform connectd arts groups with audiences

    Miranda and Ron breakdown the day's top headlines. Also, Culturalyst is a new platform being launched by The Arts Community Alliance, or TACA, in partnership with the Dallas Office of Arts and Culture. The goal is to connect local artists and arts organizations with resources and their audience in one shared space. KERA News will also be integrating the platform as our new arts calendar. We speak with TACA's president and executive director Maura Sheffler and KERA's Vice President of Arts Anne Bothwell, for some insight on how this partnership will be utilized. And a note: TACA is a financial sponsor of North Texas Now.

  • October 7 · 9 min

    The viral interaction between an influencer and a chef

    An influencer took to the web to criticize an upscale East Dallas restaurant, Oloyo, for its menu prices. The chef and restaurant owners clapped back online and the interaction went viral -- which has foodies questioning if they are getting their money's worth when food prices keep going up and up. We spoke with Desiree Gutierrez with the Dallas Observer about the controversy and her latest piece about it.

  • October 6 · 12 min

    A visit to Tyler State Park; ACL gets muddy

    Our in-house nature correspondent tells us all about Tyler State Park. Plus, the first weekend of ACL 2026 is over, and it was a muddy one. KUT's Gabriel Valasquez Neira has the details.

  • October 6 · 9 min

    Today's top stories; 30-year-old cold case is finally solved

    Ron and Miranda breakdown the day's top headlines. Plus, a Dallas County jury sentenced a man to life in prison this week for the rape and murder of a teenage girl 30 years ago. The death of 15-year-old Tamika Cromer was a cold case until a probation officer got a DNA sample from Steven Augusta Ridge. Ridge's conviction finally brings some answers to Cromer's family. KERA's Dallas County reporter Marina Trahan Martinez has been in the courtroom and joins us with the latest.

  • October 6 · 8 min

    For domestic violence survivors, help is available

    October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and today we're learning about local non-profit Hope's Door New Beginning Center. CEO Megan Valdez joins us to explain how the organization brings hope and healing to survivors and their children. If you are experiencing domestic or family violence, you can call Hope's Door at 972-276-0057.

  • October 6 · 14 min

    Flock camera data is hard to come by; Fort Worth's new business journal

    There are 13,000 license plate scanning Flock cameras in Texas. In North Richland Hills, a privacy advocate who asked for records related to the city’s use of Flock cameras received a bill for more than $2.3 million. Other Texas agencies are charging thousands of dollars for similar records, while some are refusing to release information they previously provided. Texas Tribune reporter Ayden Runnels has been tracking the growing battle over access to these records, and joins us with the latest. Also, Fort Worth has a new news outlet -- The Fort Worth Business Journal -- dedicated to the business and economics in the western half of North Texas. Seth Bodine is one of the journal's founding reporters and joins us to share the details.

  • October 5 · 13 min

    Meet The Dallas Morning News's new restaurant critic; This week on Think

    Sarah Blaskovich has been a prolific food reporter for some time, with her regular writings in The Dallas Morning News, as well as her podcast. She was recently named restaurant critic for the Morning News and joins us to talk about the restaurant landscape in North Texas and how she'll approach the job. Also, a look ahead at Think this week.

  • October 5 · 9 min

    How to enjoy State Fair food without blowing your diet; Today's top stories

    There's a multitude of reasons to visit The State Fair of Texas, and near the top of that list is the food. And if you want to enjoy the food without the guilt, Denise Taylor says you can still stick to your diet while at the fair. She's a registered dietitian with Texas Health Arlington and joined KERA's Sam Baker with some tips. Plus, Ron and Miranda breakdown the day's top headlines.

  • October 5 · 9 min

    Texas Woman's University marks its 125th birthday

    The Hall of State in Fair Park has an exhibit celebrating Texas Woman's University's 125th anniversary. It showcases everything from photographs to archival materials that have never been displayed before, including mementos from a historic visit by Amelia Earhart. TWU's archivist, Kimberly Johnson, walked us through the exhibit and shared some of the university's history.

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