Becky Fogel

Becky Fogel is the newscast host and producer for “Texas Standard.” She came to the show from Science Friday in New York where she produced segments on zombie microbiomes and sneaker technology. She got her start in radio at KWBU-FM in Waco and she’s happy to be back in the great state of Texas.

Environmental Groups Sue Government To Get Protection For Lesser Prairie Chickens

By • Jun 14, 2019

Three environmental groups are suing the Trump administration to secure federal protection for lesser prairie chickens.

Support Grows In Texas For Transgender Rights, Survey Finds

By • Jun 12, 2019

Texans have become more supportive of transgender rights in recent years, a new public opinion survey suggests. 

1 In 30 Kids In Foster Care In Texas Were Reported Missing Last Fiscal Year, Report Finds

By • Jun 8, 2019

More than 1,800 children and youth in foster care in Texas were reported missing during fiscal year 2018, according to a new report from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. DFPS was responsible for more than 52,000 kids during that period.

Environmental Group Sues Federal Government Over Endangered Central Texas Salamanders

By • Jun 4, 2019

An environmental advocacy group has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, claiming federal officials are failing to protect threatened species of salamanders in Central Texas.