A new effort is underway to save the space where Walker wrote countless country and pop…
Month: January 2023
“An African American Requiem” debuts in Texas at TCU
TCU hosts the Fort Worth Opera’s presentation of “An African American Requiem,” days after another report…
Man shot while unloading groceries from car on West Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A man was hospitalized in critical condition after being shot while unloading groceries…
One hospitalized after neighbors fire gunshots in backyards, San Antonio police says
SAN ANTONIO – One person was hospitalized in critical condition after two neighbors fired multiple gunshots…
SAPD: Woman injured after fight outside dancehall ends in gunfire
SAN ANTONIO – A fight outside a Northeast dancehall ended in gunfire, leaving one woman injured,…
Does Texas have one of the worst smiles in America? Report ranks the Lone Star State among the worst for dental health
Say cheese and smile for the camera! Say cheese and smile for the camera!
2 people shot, killed inside vehicle on Northwest Side identified
SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE 1/28/23: The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the man and woman…
Family of Maria Llamas confirms remains found in 2021 positively identified as missing loved one
SAN ANTONIO – The family of Maria Jesus Llamas says the skull found near the Poteet…
San Antonio community unites in silent protest for Tyre Nichols
SAN ANTONIO – Members of the Party of Socialism and Liberation organized a peaceful protest Saturday…
Robb Elementary survivor Mayah Zamora reunited with lifesaving blood donors
SAN ANTONIO – Mayah Zamora spent over two months in the hospital following the Robb Elementary…
Jefferson High School students compete in San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Junior Pitmaster competition
SAN ANTONIO – High school students across the state competed in San Antonio Stock Show &…
Remembering the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy 20 years on
SCOTT SIMON, HOST: It was Saturday, February 1, 2003, and the space shuttle Columbia was scheduled…
Remembering the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy 20 years on
SCOTT SIMON, HOST: It was Saturday, February 1, 2003, and the space shuttle Columbia was scheduled…
Lawsuit claims Bexar County keeps inmates jailed for days, even months longer than allowed
A former inmate has hit Bexar County with a class-action lawsuit claiming the sheriff’s office is…
Wanna bet? Texas Legislature to reconsider legalizing casinos and sports betting
Gambling legalization advocates in Texas are going all in again this legislative session, confident that they…
Wanna bet? Texas Legislature to reconsider legalizing casinos & sports betting
Gambling legalization advocates in Texas are going all in again this legislative session, confident that they…
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas owns $2.95 million in Flex Ltd. (NASDAQ:FLEX)
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas increased the percentage of Flex Ltd. (NASDAQ: FLEX) shares that…
Governor Abbott Champions Protecting Unborn At Texas Rally For Life
Governor Greg Abbott today championed the State of Texas' enduring position as a national leader in…
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
DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. “The Last Of Us” is a current HBO series…
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…
Four Former UGA Riders Named 2023 NCEA Distinguished Alumni – University of Georgia Athletics
ATHENS, Ga. --- Four former University of Georgia equestrian team members have been selected as 2023…
Expert Panel Votes for Stricter Rules on Risky Virus Research
The White House will decide whether to adopt the panel’s recommendations on so-called gain of function…
Man charged with bestiality after Instagram videos show him abusing animals, court records show
SAN ANTONIO – A man was arrested and is accused of abusing animals after someone reported…
Governor Abbott Appoints Six To Humanities Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Trasa Cobern, Amanda Nobles and April Graham to Humanities Texas with…
Man shot, killed by SAPD officer in Motel 6 parking lot identified by ME’s Office
SAN ANTONIO – A man who was shot and killed by a San Antonio police officer…
Let the good times roll! Six Flags Fiesta Texas hosts annual Mardi Gras Festival ?
Laissez les bons temps rouler! Get in the Mardi Gras spirit this season with the annual…
Texas death-row inmates sue state over solitary confinement
Male death-row inmates are suing the state of Texas for keeping them in solitary confinement. The…
Day of Remembrance
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson lays a wreath at the Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial.
Hubble Views a Stellar Duo in Orion Nebula
The bright variable star V 372 Orionis takes center stage in this image from the NASA/ESA…
Some states offer finder’s fee to those who help them recruit for National Guard
The referral bonuses are designed to boost recruiting at the National Guard, which fell thousands of…
Centre Technologies the First MSP Awarded DIR Cyberstar Certificate
The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) awarded first MSP, Centre Technologies, with their Cyberstar Certificate…
A Billionaire Luxury Home Developer Fights Neighbors Over Texas Ranchland
Steve Winn wants to build a resort in the Texas Hill Country. He’s facing off against…
Dallas ISD to ban TikTok from district WiFi, devices
Dallas ISD confirmed Friday that the district is planning to ban TikTok from being used on…
Fort Worth to end curfew for minors ahead of state legislative override
Fact-based local journalism that helps Fort Worth and Tarrant County residents make smart decisions about their…
KSAT Sports Director Greg Simmons arrested for suspected DWI
SAN ANTONIO – Longtime KSAT Sports Director/Anchor Greg Simmons was arrested on suspicion of driving while…
Five San Antonio chefs, bar named 2023 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists
SAN ANTONIO – The James Beard Foundation has announced the semifinalists for its prestigious top restaurant…
How anxious are you about climate change? Take a survey to help us understand viewer anxieties
SAN ANTONIO – Climate change, caused by human influenced global warming, has played a part in…
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…
Jackpot.com brings the Texas lottery to users’ fingertips but not without risks
A lottery courier services company launched in Texas in early January promising convenience for its users…
Texas Comptroller’s Office Awarded $363 Million in Federal Grants to Increase Access to Affordable, High-Speed Internet
News Releases January 27, 2023 (AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today his agency will receive…
Texans pessimistic about the national economy and losing faith in dem…
More than 60% of Texans polled by Texas Lyceum said the country is on the wrong…
These Songs Can Easily Be Used As The Unofficial National Song For Texas
If Texas needed a new national anthem, here are 10 strong contenders to replace the old…
Operation Lone Star Deploys Hi-Tech Assets To Stop Illegal Crossings
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
Passenger in van dies following head-on wreck with big rig on Northeast Side
SAN ANTONIO – A passenger in a van died on Friday morning following a head-on crash…
Voter fraud case against SA campaign worker in doubt after Texas Attorney General departs case
KENDALL COUNTY, Texas – A voter fraud case against a San Antonio campaign worker is in…
Tornados Can’t Stop Texas’ Largest Holocaust Education Event
50,000 Texas Students Participate in Massive Holocaust Education Event in Houston
Deer Park High choir’s ‘Hello Texas’ gospel show on Sunday to benefit those affected by tornado
Deer Park High School Choir’s performance of “The Hello Texas Gospel Show” at 2:30…
Local election officials in Florida call for scrapping new ID rules for mail voting
County election supervisors in Florida are urging the state to throw out new vote-by-mail restrictions that…
Meet the 2023 Power Leaders 250
This year's Power Leaders 250 reveals how executives from South Florida's top public and private companies…
HB 1769 Introduced
Relating to the statute of limitations for certain offenses committed against children.
HB 1768 Introduced
Relating to the applicability of certain laws governing public school discipline and law and order to…
HB 1766 Introduced
Relating to the issuance of private activity bonds for qualified residential rental projects.
VIA announces day passes for unlimited trips in 24 hours
SAN ANTONIO – VIA Metropolitan Transit is now offering day passes so riders can take unlimited…
Santikos New Braunfels to add arcades, bowling, and sport bar
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – Santikos New Braunfels will soon have more entertainment options. The current theater…
Harvard researchers are paying bail for some Bexar County inmates as part of new study
SAN ANTONIO – Harvard Law School is conducting a new justice study that will pay bail…
Austin dating app Bumble teams up with Netflix for romance
Staying up to date with Netflix shows could help you find romance this Valentine’s day. The…
Headlines for Friday, January 27, 2023
Kansas Republican Legislators Propose Near-Total Abortion Ban TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) – Seven Republican lawmakers have proposed…
Oklahoma Students to Hear from NASA Astronaut Aboard Space Station
Students from Choctaw Nation Head Start, Jones Academy Elementary, and seven area public schools in Durant,…
This Austin restaurant has the best tacos in Texas, among best in US: report
Tacos, it’s a dish that can be fused with any cuisine in the world and can…
The Texas Bill Hoping to Make Healthcare a Market Again
Wichita Falls Rep. James Frank’s HB 711 seeks to eliminate anti-competitive clauses in health insurance contracts. …
Texas Rocks: 8 Texas Artists You Need To Check Out
Texas is a huge state & the music scene is full of talented musicians. Here are…
SB 641 Introduced
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
Arkansas Democrats file legislation for teacher pay raises, per pupil funding increase
Arkansas Democrats filed legislation Thursday (Jan. 26) to raise public school teacher salaries, non-teacher staff salaries,…
Yelp released its top 100 restaurants for 2023 and these Texas spots made the list
There were eight restaurants from Texas and three of them were in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.…
Musings: Ambition Kills
With Greg Abbott and Ted Cruz more focused on the politics of 2024 than the needs…
SB 638 Introduced
Relating to the governance and decision-making of groundwater conservation districts in contested cases.
HB 1765 Introduced
Relating to the redaction of certain information from a document posted on the Internet by a…