Governor Greg Abbott today championed the State of Texas' enduring position as a national leader in…
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Man arrested after holding teens at gunpoint, kidnapping 15-year-old girl, BCSO says
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A 35-year-old man was arrested and charged in a kidnapping case after…
San Antonio police seek information on suspect who shot at business, trailer
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are asking the public for help in identifying a suspect…
Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom signs autographs at 2023 Fan Fest
The Rangers signed the 34-year-old right-handed pitcher to a five-year contract reportedly worth $185 million in…
Fort Worth to end curfew for minors ahead of state legislative override
Fort Worth will allow its teen curfew to lapse Feb. 13 in anticipation of state lawmakers…
$224 million for ten miles of wall along Texas border. Should Abbott proceed with the wall project? Ash Jurberg
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced today that Texas was building a ten mile border wall that…
Iconic Port Aransas watering hole is saved from the waves of change
Owners of Shorty’s Place will move the structure to keep it out of the way of…
Driver arrested for intoxication assault in East Side crash, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A driver was arrested for intoxication assault after a crash on the East…
TPR’s 2022 coverage of the Uvalde school shooting
The morning of Tuesday, May 24, 2022, began quietly at Texas Public Radio. The newsroom was…
Wanna bet? Texas Legislature to reconsider legalizing casinos and sports betting
Given the stiff headwinds to getting any expansion in gambling passed, sports betting and casino advocates…
Federal judge again threatens contempt-of-court fines for Texas’ slow…
The judge warned the state could be held in contempt of court for not following through…
Biden’s Justice Department Finally Stands Up to Out-of-Control Texas Judges
Trump appointees keep playing along with Texas’ brazen judge-shopping. The Biden administration finally said: enough. As…
BREAKING! FFRF wins its lawsuit against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott – Freedom From Religion Foundation
The Freedom From Religion Foundation today won its case before an appeals court against the Texas…
Gov. Greg Abbott says he intends to keep COVID-era power for now
Gov. Greg Abbott intends to keep his pandemic-era public health disaster declaration for… Gov. Greg Abbott…
WATCH: Human smugglers lead Texas DPS in high-speed chase, crash in Zavala County
ZAVALA COUNTY – Two women were arrested on multiple charges after they led Texas DPS troopers…
Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch
Enlarge this image Wednesday is one of Slingshot’s artists to watch this year. Zachary Chick Zachary…
WWE holds Royal Rumble with enthusiasm, nostalgia amid questions over its future
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) hosts its 36th annual Royal Rumble in San Antonio Saturday night. The…
Tell us what you want to know about property taxes in Texas
Texas lawmakers say one of the biggest issues on their minds this legislative session is property…
Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch
From distinctive, R&B singer-songwriters to rising bands making fuzzed-out country rock, this year brings a new…
NPR and APR remember the 20th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster
The windshield frame of Space Shuttle Columbia, collected by search teams following the 2003 shuttle disaster,…
Mass shootings lead to widening divide on state gun policies
As mass shootings are again drawing public attention, states across the U.S. seem to be deepening…
Southwest ISD students raise money for classmate recovering from severe burns
SAN ANTONIO – A school tradition was used to turn tragedy into hope. Marcus Rutledge, 14,…
SAPD: Underage duo steals alcoholic beverages, fires gunshot during chase
SAN ANTONIO – Two juveniles stole alcoholic beverages from a gas station and fired a gunshot…
Border officials crack down on attempts to bring eggs into the U.S.
MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Whether it’s toilet paper during the pandemic or cheaper gas or, most…
JCPenney partners with shelters to help senior dogs like Kofi of Texas find a home
JCPenney is partnering with local shelters around the country to help adoptable senior dogs find their…
Dirty Dozen Brass Band to appear at Texas Tech
Texas Tech University’s Presidential Lecture & Performance Series (PLPS) will host the brass band, Dirty Dozen…
Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch
From distinctive, R&B singer-songwriters to rising bands making fuzzed-out country rock, this year brings a new…
Service dog provides emotional support for UT Health East Texas EMS
Emergency responders often face high levels of stress daily, which is why UT Health East Texas…
Obituaries in Austin, TX
The Honorable Robert Dale Jones was born on October 1934 in Fort Worth, Texas and died…
Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch
From distinctive, R&B singer-songwriters to rising bands making fuzzed-out country rock, this year brings a new…
With an eye on working families, Democrats launch the Congressional Dads Caucus
California Rep. Jimmy Gomez gained national attention as the House endured 15 votes to elect a…
‘The Last of Us’ creates a dystopian landscape that feels human
DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. “The Last Of Us” is a current HBO series…
Border officials crack down on attempts to bring eggs into the U.S.
MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Whether it’s toilet paper during the pandemic or cheaper gas or, most…
New Braunfels police seek voter support for creation of Crime Control & Prevention District
New Braunfels – The New Braunfels Police Association said crime is up as the population grows…
Tyre Nichols remembered as beautiful soul with creative eye
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – On most weekends, Tyre Nichols would head to the city park, train his…
North Texas city leaders react after video release in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols
DPD Chief Eddie Garcia posted a video to the department’s social media pages, calling the former…
Today on Texas Standard: What Texas’ school safety inspections found
Gov. Greg Abbott ordered random safety inspections of public schools after the deadly Uvalde mass shooting…
‘The Last of Us’ creates a dystopian landscape that feels human
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Lowest number of veterans experiencing ‘unsheltered’ homelessness in SA, according to Point in Time Count
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has made some changes to help more veterans get off…
Civil Rights era musical with songs from legendary Jazz singer Nina Simone premieres in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – A powerful musical set in the Civil Rights era is playing at the…
Autopsy, medical examiner’s testimony calls into question how Andreen McDonald was killed
SAN ANTONIO – A medical examiner testified Friday that the wife of an Air Force major…
New leader of Texas’ foster care system welcomed in court, but old problems persist
Stephanie Muth, the new commissioner of the Department of Family and Protective Services, was given a…
Activist group puts SAPD suspension records at your fingertips
SAN ANTONIO – A local activist group has put out a searchable dashboard of San Antonio…