The top local stories this evening from the KERA Newsroom: Rick Santorum outlined his new flat tax plan in front of the World Affairs Council of Dallas-Fort Worth. The former Pennsylvania senator also criticized his own party for not connecting with poor and working-class voters.
And a conversation with the chancellor of the University of Texas System. William McRaven took over the position earlier this year. And in his brief stint, he’s already had to face major changes in how the statewide system operates – including a new law that will allow concealed handguns on college campuses.
You can listen to the top local news stories weekdays at 6:20 p.m. and 8:20 a.m. on KERA 90.1 FM.
