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RGV Punk Rocker Makes It Big on the Silver Screen
When Raul Castillo saw Elegance Bratton’s name on the script for The Inspection, it sent him…
San Antonio Zoo will hold a ‘Meet Your Next Ex’ Valentine’s event
SAN ANTONIO – Get ready to mingle with singles in the Alamo City next month. The…
SAPD: Man arrested after sending explicit online messages to underage girl
SAN ANTONIO – A man accused of sending explicit messages online to a 15-year-old girl and…
UT fires basketball coach Chris Beard amid domestic violence charge
UT Austin has fired head basketball coach Chris Beard nearly a month after he was arrested…
100+ properties along I-35 are being displaced. What happens next?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Transportation released its draft environmental impact statement in late…
READ: Chris Beard’s lawyer releases statement after UT fires head coach
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Longhorns head basketball coach Chris Beard released a statement through his attorney…
Council Member Kelly and Linda Guerrero – defeated District 9 candidate – file criminal complaint against Mayor Adler
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Council Member Mackenzie Kelly and Linda Guerrero – defeated City Council District 9…
Texas Republicans urge Chip Roy and other McCarthy opponents to let Congress get to work
Texans poised to assume committee leadership are growing frustrated by Republicans blocking Kevin McCarthy’s election for…
From Loss to Learning
Kirk Balderas took one of life’s hardest setbacks and let it fuel his curiosity as an…
Last Dance with Ann Richards: Best Texas Books of 2022
After two years of pandemic panic and interruptions, Texas book festivals were back in full swing—the…
A Video Game Christmas with Mythic Quest
David Hornsby loved playing video games as kid. “From the Atari 2600 to the Super Nintendo,…
Trump Christmas message: ‘The USA is dying from within!!!’
Former President Donald Trump on Sunday offered a holiday tirade on his Truth Social platform that…
Pennsylvania politics are heated. It soon could be utter chaos.
PHILADELPHIA — Democrats in Pennsylvania won the majority of seats in the state House this fall,…
Politicians react to Supreme Court’s decision to extend Title 42
Politicians react to Supreme Court’s decision to extend Title 42 lead image Politicians react to Supreme…
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills…
Matt Wuerker’s Best of 2022
As a cartoonist, I try my best to create cartoons that measure up to the old…
‘Florida is where woke goes to die’: DeSantis celebrates second term
‘Florida is where woke goes to die’: DeSantis celebrates second term lead image ‘Florida is where…
State legislatures are coming back. These are the lawmakers to follow.
A Gen Z Florida Republican. A Virginia OB/GYN opposed to abortion. An Arizona progressive who defeated…
Adams slams Dem Colorado governor for busing migrants
Adams slams Dem Colorado governor for busing migrants lead image Adams slams Dem Colorado governor for…
January 2023
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First Lady Abbott Announces GRACE’s Third Annual Week Of Prayer To End Human Trafficking
First Lady Cecilia Abbott today announced that the Governor's Response Against Child Exploitation (GRACE) initiative will…
Sponsored Content: 5 Benefits of Cloud-Based Calendar Software for Lawyers
As we approach the new year, it’s time to start thinking about the changes we will…
Scams continue to target Texas attorneys
Update 12/9/22: We received a report of more scams. An attorney was targeted by three scams.…
Sponsored Content: 2022 Year-End Accounting Checklist for Law Firms
At the end of this busy year, your law firm should be looking forward to some…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Tyler Granger
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
Talmage Boston receives State Bar of Texas Litigation Section’s Luke Soules Award
Talmage Boston The State Bar of Texas Litigation Section announced Dallas attorney Talmage Boston as the…
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program hosts free legal clinics in January
The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, an initiative of the Dallas Bar Association, Legal Aid of NorthWest…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Ashley Hymel
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
Fifth Circuit adopts rule change
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit adopted a change to its rules in…
State Bar of Texas Executive Committee to meet January 10
The State Bar of Texas Executive Committee will meet at 10 a.m. CST on January 10.…
Texas Bar Foundation funds clearer language for court forms
A $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation will help Texas Appleseed develop a plain language…
Students Participate in Winter 2022 Commencement
Texas Tech will hold its winter commencement ceremonies Dec. 16-17 at United Supermarkets Arena. Texas Tech will…
Texas Tech’s Innovative Doctorate in One Health Sciences Gets Final Approval
The newly developed doctoral program will enable students to engage, train and collaborate in One Health…
Mailbag: A Horse’s A**
Loveable old Will Rogers and Soapsuds take center stage in a special edition of the Mailbag. Loveable…
Rawls College Professor Warns Against Unregulated Financial Technology
Mike Mauldin believes fintech, crypto, non-banks and other unregulated entities represent substantial risk to society and…
Compare Student Credit Cards
WALLET HUB – WalletHub makes student credit card comparison easy. WALLET HUB – WalletHub makes student credit…
2022: A Year in Review
Looking back on iconic and historic moments for Red Raiders this year. Looking back on iconic and…
Joining Forces
The Texas Tech University System helped build a capstone course and has plans for more. The Texas…
Texas Tech to Raise Mast on Full-Scale Operational Oilwell Drilling Rig
The first full-scale fully operational oil rig on a university campus will have its mast raised…
Texas Tech’s Ardon-Dryer Receives National Science Foundation Grant
The NSF grant will fund a three-year project to create a comprehensive database for dust storms…
Alex Gonzales Jr. case: Wrongful death lawsuits filed against 2 APD officers, City of Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The family and girlfriend of Alex Gonzales Jr., a man who died after…
Damar Hamlin awake at hospital, showing “remarkable improvement”
CINCINNATI (WIVB) — According to doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Bills safety Damar…
Amber Alert discontinued for 17-year-old from north Texas
CELINA, Texas (KXAN) — An Amber Alert that was issued in the morning hours of Thursday…
Victim identified in North Lamar homicide, APD continues investigating
The incident was first reported as a shooting, but police said the call came in as…
UT fires head basketball coach Chris Beard after domestic violence arrest
Beard was hired by UT in 2021. The university paid $4 million to buy out his…
La Vernia HS students will showcase 15 projects at San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
La Vernia High School students are getting ready to showcase their projects at the agricultural mechanics…
Video of grass fire at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery goes viral on TikTok
SAN ANTONIO – A video that shows a grass fire at the Fort Sam Houston National…
Fire Marshal, firefighters, EMS respond to dozens of fireworks-related incidents during New Year’s celebrations in Bexar County
SAN ANTONIO – Nearly 3,000 fireworks-related calls were made in Bexar County during New Year’s Eve…
UT Austin fires basketball coach Chris Beard amid felony domestic violence charge
Texas fired basketball coach Chris Beard on Thursday while he faces a felony domestic family violence…
County fire marshal reports fireworks caused injuries and damage on New Year’s Eve
The Bexar County Fire Marshal issued a report on Thursday detailing injuries, damage, and citations related…
Amazon layoffs to hit more than 18,000 workers
For business software maker Salesforce, the layoffs make up 10% of its workforce. SEATTLE — E-commerce…
‘One of the worst days of my life’ Travelers share stories of heartbreak, missed memories and frustration over Southwest cancellations
Many travelers told WFAA they’re disappointed they weren’t given accurate or truthful information. DALLAS — With…
‘A little bit of light pushes away a lot of darkness’: Larger-than-life menorah shines in Dallas’ night sky
The spotlights are set up at the Jewish Community Center in Dallas. Each night of Hanukkah,…
WATCH LIVE: McCarthy’s bid for House speaker fails again for 3rd day
McCarthy is under growing pressure from restless Republicans to find the votes he needs or step…
‘Stay where you are and apply legally’: Biden toughens border policy
The rule changes will stand even if the Supreme Court ends the Trump-era public health law…
Governor Abbott Appoints Allen To Criminal District Court No. 3 – Tarrant County
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Douglas A. Allen to the Criminal District Court No. 3 in…
Prescribed burn at Cibolo Preserve in Kendall County successfully clears 20 acres on Thursday
BOERNE, Texas – The Cibolo Preserve in Kendall County will conduct a prescribed burn on Thursday.…
A stubborn La Ni?a and manmade warming are behind recent wild weather, scientists say
In a world getting used to extreme weather, 2023 is starting out more bonkers than ever…
Damar Hamlin is awake and shows ‘substantial improvement,’ physicians say
Updated January 5, 2023 at 2:39 PM ET Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered a…
Mercedes recalls nearly 324K vehicles due to engine stalling
The recall covers a range of models from the 2012 to 2020 model years. DETROIT —…
Putin orders weekend truce in Ukraine; Kyiv won’t take part
The Russian Orthodox Church, which uses the ancient Julian calendar, celebrates Christmas on Jan. 7. KYIV,…
Governor Abbott Appoints Tate To Trinity River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Fred Tate to the Trinity River Authority Board of Directors for…
Ahead of El Paso visit, Biden says U.S. will allow 30,000 migrants from four countries to enter monthly
Migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela will be allowed entry and given work permits. The…
19-year-old arrested in shootout that killed teen on Northeast Side street, records show
SAN ANTONIO – A teenager has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of another…
Man arrested after head-on crash left driver with broken bones, internal bleeding, records show
SAN ANTONIO – A man was arrested after he crashed head-on into a sedan while driving…
LCRA offering grants of up to $50,000 for community projects
LCRA offering grants of up to $50,000 for community projects Applications for Community Development Partnership Program…
Bed Bath & Beyond warns that it may go bankrupt
The home-goods giant Bed Bath & Beyond says it’s running out of money and may need…
What to expect from a GOP-controlled House
(C) 2023 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Government/Politics House…
WATCH LIVE: Doctors give update on Damar Hamlin’s condition
The 24-year-old collapsed and went into cardiac arrest Monday night during a game against Cincinnati. CINCINNATI…
Amber Alert canceled for missing girl missing out of Celina, Texas
Police say 17-year-old Alexis Vidler was last seen Monday evening on Tapadero Drive. CELINA, Texas —…
A stunning sight in the South Texas sky, but what exactly are they? The science behind crepuscular rays ?
South Texas is home to beautiful sunrises and sunsets, a few of which may come with…
Comet not seen since the ice age will be visible in January, NASA says
A comet that hasn’t been seen since the ice age will be visible in the northern…
West Side motel where police shot, wounded man has been site of other incidents
SAN ANTONIO – A West Side motel where San Antonio police shot and wounded a man…
Biden announces new border control measures and legal pathways to some migrants
President Biden is planning to give remarks on border security and enforcement on Thursday, an issue…
$940M Mega Millions prize just latest of massive jackpots
The credit goes to math — and more difficult odds. DES MOINES, Iowa — Call it…
‘South Dallas Stories: Fair Park Uprooted’ Broadway Dallas announces first public exhibition
The exhibit will shed light on the evolution of Fair Park/South Dallas, and it will feature…
Breakthrough Obesity Treatment in Early Research Can Target Bad Fat Anywhere in the Body
Folks struggling with obesity might wonder that with all the medical miracles modern technology has produced,…
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For January 2023
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing more…
Crime Stoppers seeks clues into fatal shooting at West Side apartment complex parking lot
SAN ANTONIO – Crime Stoppers is appealing to the public in hopes of finding the shooter…
Biden to announce new border control measures and legal pathways to some migrants
President Biden is planning to give remarks on border security and enforcement on Thursday, an issue…
Siblings 9-year-old Ricky and 11-year-old Ebohnee are separated in foster care. Their wish for the new is to be adopted by loving parents
Siblings Ricky and Ebohnee are separated in foster care. DALLAS — A new year means renewed…
Man admits to shooting, killing 22-year-old at Rowlett home, police say
Police said when officers arrived, they found a 22-year-old man had been shot several times. ROWLETT,…
Space Station Swings by Kennedy
On April 8, 2022, this 30-second exposure captured the International Space Station as it passed over…
Aztecs Used the Mountains to Create Sophisticated Farming Calendar that Even Accounted for Leap Years: Study
Without clocks or modern tools, ancient Mexicans watched the sun to maintain a farming calendar that…
Governor Abbott Appoints Senator Nelson As Texas Secretary Of State
Governor Greg Abbott today appointed Senator Jane Nelson as the 115th Secretary of State for Texas.Governor…
Southerleigh Chef to host ‘Secret Headquarters’ tasteful gathering on Sunday
SAN ANTONIO – A Southerleigh Chef is serving up an evening filled with duck tacos, specialty…
Biden is going to give remarks on border security today
President Biden is planning to give remarks on border security and enforcement on Thursday, an issue…
Woman has life-threatening burns after man sets fire to Dallas apartment, officials say
The fire happened at the Villas of Sorrento apartments. DALLAS — A fire broke out at…
This Startup Captures CO2 by Injecting it Straight into Volcanic Rock–Plentiful in Barren Part of Kenya
A startup in Kenya is growing minerals by capturing CO2 from the air and storing it…
IDEA South Flores seventh grade science teacher named KSAT Educator of the Month
SAN ANTONIO – The students in seventh-grade science teacher Brenda Fuentes’s class at IDEA South Flores…
2 men wanted for aggravated robbery at Walmart on Northwest Side
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers are searching for two men accused of…
President Joe Biden says he’ll visit the border next week during Mexico trip
President Joe Biden intends to visit the U.S.-Mexico border during his trip to Mexico City next…
Bed Bath & Beyond warns on continuing as a ‘going concern’
The struggling company saw dismal sales over the holiday. NEW YORK — Struggling Bed Bath &…
Vaccine that Could Cure and Even Prevent Brain Cancer Developed by Scientists
In Boston, a potentially-revolutionary treatment for deadly brain cancer is showing promising early signs in mice…
Man accused of killing Migos rapper TakeOff released from jail after posting $1 million bond, records say
According to court records, Patrick Clark posted the $1 million bond and was released from jail.…
Suspects strike BCSO patrol car during pursuit, deputies say $34,000 in drugs and guns found in car
SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office arrested two fugitives after they hit a patrol…
Photos show what Medina Lake looked like 100 years ago
MEDINA COUNTY, Texas – Medina Lake has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons in…
Suspect in Idaho students murders waives right to fight extradition
STROUDSBURG, Pa. — A criminology graduate student facing first-degree murder charges in the November slayings of…
Fort Worth mayor, councilman not punished over making statements on Dean trial
Parker and Nettles had issued statements after Dean was convicted on a manslaughter charge in the…
8 found fatally shot in Utah home, including 5 children
The family was well known in the local community, a town of about 8.000. SALT LAKE…
Store employee stole bundles of Texas Lottery tickets, cashed them in for more than $21,000, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio woman is accused of stealing more than $31,000 worth of…
2-vehicle crash at intersection just north of downtown causes SUV to rollover, police say
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are investigating a 2-vehicle rollover crash just north of downtown…
Valero Alamo Bowl CEO preparing for big change
SAN ANTONIO – The Valero Alamo Bowl has for years stood out in a crowded field,…
Man shot multiple times by SAPD officers at West Side hotel, Chief McManus says
SAN ANTONIO – A man was shot multiple times by two San Antonio police officers after…
Thousands pour into St. Peter’s for funeral of Benedict XVI
Mourners poured into St. Peter’s Square, hoping to pay final respects to the pope who made…
Universal City police launches pilot drone program as new tool to fight crime
Universal City – Universal City Police has launched a new pilot program to fight crime from…
Richland Hills police share details about 8-year-old allegedly stabbed to death by grandfather; no motive released
Philip Hughes, 62, flagged down an officer near his home, where police found his grandson stabbed…
Will electricity rates in Texas finally come back down in 2023?
The cost of electricity soared in 2022. TEXAS, USA — Last year, natural gas made a…
Robb Elementary shooting survivors experiencing feelings of guilt
UVALDE – From shooting hoops to throwing spirals, 10-year-old Daniel Ruiz is in many ways your…
‘Character on and off the floor’: Statue of Dirk Nowitzki unveiled at AAC ahead of Mavs’ Christmas Day game
“You deserve it for every fan of the Dallas Mavericks, for every fan of Dirk Nowitzki,”…
Outdoor food, drink venues popping up east of downtown
SAN ANTONIO – Bordering the access road of I-37 north just east of downtown are several…
Man killed in fiery crash on I-35 identified by medical examiner
SAN ANTONIO – Update: A man killed in a fiery crash on the Northeast Side has…
Reyna family flagged Berhalter incident; interim USMNT coach named
Gio Reyna’s family said they notified the U.S. Soccer Federation of the decades-old incident because of…
Alleged Dallas Glock switch dealer charged with firearm crimes
DALLAS — A Dallas man alleged to have dealt Glock switches through Instagram has been indicted…
13 Panda Cubs Frolic Together for the First Time on a Playground Built Just for Them – LOOK
A group of more than a dozen panda cubs made a collective appearance in China to…