A 400-pound life-size statue of the former Bexar County judge and his wife stands in the…
Day: March 8, 2023
First Thing: Five women denied abortion care in Texas sue state over bans
The women were refused abortions despite carrying nonviable pregnancies that posed serious risk to their health.…
Statute of Nelson and Tracy Wolff unveiled on San Pedro Creek
A 400-pound life-size statue of the former Bexar County judge and his wife stands in the…
Ultimate Guide To 9 Exciting 2023 East Texas Spring Festivals And Events
Lots of fun events and festivals to check out this spring in East Texas.
Conroe’s Young Texas Artists competition happens this weekend: 5 things to know
Young classical musicians from across the state will converge on downtown Conroe through…
Here are 7 Central Texas swimming areas for cooling down this spring and summer
Jacob's Well might be closed for now, but Hill Country still has plenty to offer. Jacob's…
35 Texas dogs once facing euthanasia headed to Beaverton this weekend to find forever homes
“When you adopt a dog, you save two,” said Carlos Davis of Animal Rescue Kingdom, which…
Roll into Beaumont, the Cajun Capital of Texas, for murals, Mardi Gras, and more
Turns out, you don’t have to go all the way to the Big Easy to satisfy…
Texas folk trio and one member’s journey take center stage in ‘Nobody Famous’
Taylor Pie was a member of Corpus Christi’s Pozo-Seco Singers during the band’s heyday in the…
65th Annual Rattlesnake Round-up Returns to Sweetwater, Texas Douglas Pilarski
The World’s Largest RoundUp Event Begins March 9th. This week, the annual event brings 25,000 rattlesnake…
Obscure Tiny West Texas Town Has Been Named Coolest in the State
Texas could certainly make an argument for at least a dozen.
Bill would allow district clerks to carry handguns to work
It has bipartisan support in the Senate. AUSTIN, Texas — One gun-related bill that’s advancing through…
Today on Texas Standard: This Texas folk trio was lost to time – and that’s mostly OK with them
If you’ve never heard of the Pozo-Seco Singers, you’re not alone. The Corpus Christi trio rose…
True Texas virtuoso
One of Texas’ most accomplished virtuosos is coming to Fredericksburg on March 17 to perform at…
Leon Valley could be the last city in Texas with red-light cameras unless state officials step in
The city’s contract with American Traffic Solutions is set to expire in 2039.The city’s contract with…
Texas denied abortions to these women when their lives were in danger. Now they’re suing the state.
Though speaking out requires them to relive losing their wanted pregnancies, four plaintiffs told The 19th…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban: Law endangers ‘lives of my future babies’
A group of Texas women are suing their state government over its abortion ban, saying the…
Texas Republican Introduces Bill Calling for Vote on Secession Bryan Dijkhuizen
A Republican lawmaker in Texas has introduced a bill that would allow Texans to vote on…
Council authorizes East Lubbock land transfer agreement for Texas State Veterans Cemetery
With the federal government’s offer to fund the construction of the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in…
Mayor’s Message – Pleasanton
I hope everyone is having a great week. March 7, 2023, was Pleasanton Legislative Day at…
Girls in Texas Could Get Birth Control at Federal Clinics, Until a Christian Father Objected
AMARILLO, Texas — On the vast Texas Panhandle, raked by wind and relentless sun, women might…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives
Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing…
Surprise surprise: This Austin eatery ranked the best barbecue in Texas & among best in the southern US
The south is known for many things and one of the best things the region is…
Opinion: Jurors deserve our appreciation. Here’s how courts can show it.
Doryn Danner Glenn By Doryn Danner Glenn “You have been summoned for jury service.” The feelings…
There are 11 Myths That Non-Texans Firmly Believe About Texas
Even native Texans believe a couple of these.
More gun reform legislation presented by state Sen. Gutierrez alongside Uvalde families
AUSTIN – Several families of the Uvalde victims were in Austin alongside state Sen. Roland Gutierrez…
What’s in a hat? Trinity head coach wears 11-year old Giants cap for luck
SAN ANTONIO – Trinity head coach Cameron Hill has one of the best winning percentages in…
Whataburger eliminates corporate jobs in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio-based Whataburger reorganized its corporate structure last week, resulting in a wave…
Medical examiner identifies man shot, killed inside vehicle on city’s West Side
SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified a man shot and killed…
I-10 East at Loop 1604 reopen after major crash
SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE: The highway has since reopened following a major crash on I-10 East…
17-year-old boy wounded in apparent drive-by shooting on East Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A 17-year-old boy was wounded in an apparent drive-by shooting on the city’s…
U.S. makes deals with smaller Pacific nations as its relationship with China worsens
The agreements with smaller countries are designed to expand American influence in the region, solidify existing…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives
Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing…
Texas lawmakers file bills to improve broadband, water infrastructure
Speaker Dade Phelan announced additional priorities for the Texas House on March 6, four days before…
A new Texas bill seeks vote on state’s independence from US
Once again, a bill filed in Austin aims to give Texas voters a choice on whether…
Texas Republicans and Democrats coalesce around proposals to expand paid parental leave
A measure to establish paid parental leave for state employees is making its way through the…
Texas prepares its biggest bond deal ever to bail out natural gas utilities
The record $3.5 billion deal follows a two-year saga that saw Citi and UBS dumped from…
Texas DIR selects NowSecure for state entities
CHICAGO – NowSecure, a standards-based mobile app security and privacy expert has been awarded a contract…
East Texas legislator files bill proposing vote over Texas secession
Post Content Rep. Bryan Slaton, R-Mineola, who represents Van Zandt, Hunt and Hopkins counties, authored House…
Texas inmate executed for fatally stabbing wife, drowning her daughter in a bathtub nearly 14 years ago
Texas inmate executed for fatally stabbing wife, drowning her daughter in a bathtub nearly 14 years…
Mexican president: Four kidnapped U.S. citizens have been found, and two are dead
Four U.S. citizens abducted in Matamoros, Mexico, have been found, and two were dead. Mexican President…
Today on Texas Standard: Texas outlawed red-light cameras years ago – but this town still has them
Despite state lawmakers outlawing red-light cameras in 2019, the town of Leon Valley, just outside San…
Keystone’s biggest oil spill cleanup continues in Kansas
In early December 2022, the Keystone pipeline carrying crude oil from Alberta, Canada to Houston, Texas,…
Team TPR works in one of the coolest radio stations in town
I love giving the Fronteras guests tours of the Irma & Emilio Nicolas Media Center, TPR’s…
Internet Divided Over ‘One Of The Most San Antonio Things I’ve Ever Seen’
Photo: Getty Images Alright, Texas, this one’s a doozy! Texas Public Radio reporter Joey Palacios took…
Mexican president: Four kidnapped U.S. citizens have been found, and two are dead
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
Texas women, including three in Dallas, sue the state over abortion ban
The women argue confusing and conflicting language is preventing them from receiving care, putting their health…
Another kids’ theme park is being planned for North Texas
Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…
Alligator returned to Central Texas zoo 20 years after volunteer allegedly stole it as an egg
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas (KXAN) — An alligator that was reportedly stolen from a New Braunfels zoo…
Former Austin post office flipped into grocery store, restaurant and bookstore
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Woman arrested in Fayette County after 12 kilos of cocaine found in her car
FAYETTE COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A woman was arrested in Fayette County after 12 kilos of…
Largest indoor rock climbing gym in the Southwest opens in Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Rock climbing is quickly gaining traction in Central Texas. Tuesday, the largest climbing…
‘Deeply heartbreaking’: Intentional fire started at historic Black church
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Woman dead after being pulled from vehicle in Lake Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A woman was pronounced dead after being pulled from a vehicle in Lake…
Number of homes costing more than $1 million in US, Austin dropping
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Police tag dozens of abandoned cars in east Austin neighborhood
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Seize your spring break with a Texas staycation
From local Arlington symphonies and cattle drives to camping in dinosaur tracks, the state has a…
‘Border Security’ Is a Financial Black Hole that Will Consume Us All
Call it the iron law of border security funding. Once a Republican starts spending money to…
Abbott Wants to Deny Undocumented Kids a Public Education
Texas’ GOP leaders have a sadistic penchant for booting out immigrant families on holidays. Last Christmas,…
Texans’ rookie honored for ‘Angriest Run of the Year’ at NFL Honors event
Dameon Pierce received the 'golden scepter'
Texas lawmakers want to make cutting off ankle monitors a crime in response to deadly shooting at Methodist Hospital
Nestor Hernandez, a felon on parole on an ankle monitor allegedly killed two hospital workers, but…
North Texas boss who adopted four-day workweek has challenge for other employers
The businessman says it’s time for other employers to consider changes to the ways they have…
City of Austin now has an ice storm debris zone lookup map
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin now has an ice storm debris zone lookup map…
‘It’s a grind and a dogfight’: Austin FC plays in first-ever CONCACAF Champions League match Tuesday
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin FC is set to play its first-ever CONCACAF Champions League game Tuesday…
Soup cans can waive some UT parking fines
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Racking up parking citations on the University of Texas at Austin campus? A…
Spring forecast: Will our wet season fix the drought?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Meteorological spring began March 1 and continues through the end of May. Of…
‘Over and over again’: Gravel train derailment in Manor raises safety concerns
MANOR, Texas (KXAN)— If it’s not the sound of bull dozers scooping up gravel, it’s this:…
Arrest warrants issued for 3 linked to Austin street takeovers
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 6, 2023 AUSTIN…
City of Austin plans search for new city manager
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin city council will meet Tuesday to discuss the plan for finding a…
Bluebonnets are blooming earlier in Central Texas this year — here’s why
AUSTIN (KXAN) — While it isn’t technically springtime yet, plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures have…
Almost 60 school districts in Texas have now made the switch to four-day weeks
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Almost 60 school districts across Texas have now switched to four-day school weeks,…
Hiker collapses, dies on trail in Big Bend National Park
BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK – A woman collapsed and died while hiking a trail in Big…
Harlandale ISD to consolidate campuses following financial hardship, superintendent says
SAN ANTONIO – Harlandale Independent School District is planning to consolidate at least five elementary schools…
San Antonio’s Ready to Work program expands eligibility to include military community
SAN ANTONIO – The City of San Antonio’s Ready to Work program has expanded its eligibility…
Which types of canned tuna have lowest mercury levels?
SAN ANTONIO – Consumer Reports tested five popular canned tuna brands for mercury in a new…
SAPD called more than 100 times in 2 years to home where dogs were involved in fatal attack
SAN ANTONIO – More startling details emerge of just how many times San Antonio police were…
VIA Transit looking to develop apartments, retail space at Centro Plaza on West Side
SAN ANTONIO – For the first time, VIA Metropolitan Transit is working to develop housing near…
Bexar County commissioners hear update on property tax relief legislation at Texas Capitol
Commissioners also selected Jacqueline Lamerson as interim chief public defender based on a committee recommendation, and…
Hot Luck Fest 2023’s Lineup Is Full of Really Exciting Chefs From Texas and Beyond
Aaron Franklin’s big food and music festival’s full chef rooster (and a television star) is here…