No matter where you are, we're thinking you're over 2020, right? In recent days, our producers have been hard at work behind the scenes crafting a clear-eyed look at the year that was (in case you need any reminders). From the extremes of partisan politics to a pandemic, protests and a reckoning over race, 2020 will go down in history as a turning point for millions in Texas and beyond. But history is largely academic if we can't learn from it. So what are the lessons of the past year, and more importantly – how might 2021 be different? We hope you can join us on New Year's Eve for a roundtable with reporters and recap of other stories that marked the end of an era. As our producers were preparing our coverage, however, they found it wasn't all bad news. The evidence? As you can see below, they managed to corral the stories that made us smile in 2020, and roundup the year in streaming screens to boot. 'Tis still a busy season to be sure, but we hope you'll take the time to enjoy some of our specials we've prepared as you go about your business. On behalf of all of us at the Texas Standard, warm wishes for a new year filled with hope and happiness – and until next Wednesday, we'll see you on the radio.

- David Brown

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During A Pandemic, Texas Medicaid Expansion Worth A Serious Look

An influential Texas economist argues that providing a million more Texas adults with health insurance could mean billions more dollars for hospitals and the economy.

The Year In Good News

Despite the struggle and heartbreak, there were actually some reasons to smile this year. Join us as we recap the good news of 2020.

Peter Hotez On Texas Vaccine Rollout, Junk Science And Risk Of A New Virus 'Type'

Texans are starting to receive doses of the COVID-19 vaccine – and it can’t come soon enough.

The Year In TV And Movies

The eyes of Texas were on our screens, as the era of streaming services eclipsed the cinema thanks to a pandemic. Here's some of our favorite entertainment from 2020.

Dallas Is Set For A New Police Chief. What's His Record On Protests, Police Violence And Misconduct? (KERA)
'It Appears We Will Enter 2021 In A State Of Emergency,' Austin's Top Doctor Says (KUT)
Alamodome Sets Stringent COVID-19 Precautions For Valero Alamo Bowl As Cases Surge in San Antonio (Texas Public Radio)

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