On Monday's show: A decision will be made in the coming weeks over controversial proposed Bible-infused curricula for elementary students in Texas public schools. We learn why, ahead of the Jewish new year, a local Jewish organization is joining growing calls for the state board of education to reject the plan.

MORE: Submit public comments on the curricula

Also this hour: Storms aren't the only threat to the sustainability of the Texas power grid. We learn about the demand for energy from data farms mining cryptocurrency and what steps could be taken to deal with that.

Then, we welcome your dog and cat care questions for veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller.

And Jeff Balke previews the Astros playoff series against the Detroit Tigers.