Andrew Gonzales never expected his name to be on a ballot. The 30-year-old native Austinite had…
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Family of 3 in double murder-suicide on North Side identified
SAN ANTONIO – A man who fatally shot his wife and young daughter at a North…
South San Antonio ISD board votes to close 3 campuses
SAN ANTONIO – The South San Antonio ISD Board of Trustees voted 5-2 in favor of…
Family of dog attack victims confronts Animal Care Services
SAN ANTONIO – Raymond Najera, the son of a man killed in an aggressive dog attack…
COVID recovery grants to be disbursed to businesses affected by months of construction
SAN ANTONIO – After staying open through months of construction, help is finally coming for some…
Attorneys need more evidence in case of child’s body dumped in ravine
SAN ANTONIO – The case of a man accused of leaving a 5-year-old boy’s body in…
Self-defense instructor urges women to learn how to protect themselves after 2 attempted kidnappings
SAN ANTONIO – As San Antonio police continue the search for a suspect who attempted to…
Today on Texas Standard: Is prosecuting librarians the next front in Texas’ book wars?
Texas is a national leader in book challenges and bans. Now some on…
Biden designates sacred tribal land as national monument
President Joe Biden designated Avi Kwa Ame, a mountainous area in Nevada that’s revered by many…
There didn’t have to be a “Public Radio.”
There didn’t have to be a “Public Radio.” There’s nothing in the Constitution creating it, and…
New UN report paints a grim picture for the future of the world’s water
MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Water, water everywhere, but more than 1 in 4 people worldwide do…
Commissioners launch departmental reviews, boost mental health funding at schools
Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai has launched a countywide departmental review to increase transparency and accountability…
NASA Seeks Student Solutions for Managing Moon Landing Dust Cloud
As NASA and industry partners develop new human landing systems to transport astronauts from lunar orbit…
NASA Selects Repairs Operations Maintenance and Engineering Contractor
NASA has selected ASRC Federal Facilities Logistics, LLC, of Beltsville, Maryland for the Repairs, Operations, Maintenance…
Louisiana’s Rice Fields
This Feb 3, 2023, enhanced-color image from Landsat 9 highlights a green and blue patchwork pattern…
Space Station Star Trail
Stars leave streaks of light in concentric circles in this Mar 16, 2012, view from the…
College Wrestler Scores ‘Quadruple Leg’ Takedown Against a Grizzly Bear to Save a Friend
It takes bravery to compete in college wrestling, and sophomore NJCAA wrestler Kendall Cummings needed every…
Researchers Develop Glowscope that Turns Smartphone into Sensitive Microscope Normally Costing $100,000
Researchers looking to help students at school have used low-cost materials like theater lighting filters to…
Switzerland Set to Roll Out Solar Panels Between Railway Tracks–A World First
Europe’s love of train travel is about to transform the continent’s solar energy production as the…
Renovation Unearths Paintings Behind Kitchen Walls Nearly 400-Years-old
In York, a seemingly normal apartment was hiding a historic secret for centuries until a kitchen…
Critically-Endangered West African Lion Going from Strength to Strength in Niokolo Koba, Senegal
Reprinted with permission from World at Large, an independent news outlet covering conflict, travel, science, conservation, and…
Indian Startup Uses Rice Crop Waste to Make Biodegradable Foam Packaging–Instead of Burning it
A Delhi-based engineer has designed a replacement for polystyrene packaging out of “rice stubble” the dead…
‘It’s not fair’: Some in south Austin upset over new Project Connect options
AUSTIN (KXAN) — When transportation leaders presented Project Connect to voters, it showed a number of…
DPS patrols Texas School for the Deaf after ‘threatening’ call
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 22, 2023. AUSTIN…
UT professor awarded ‘Nobel Prize of Computing’ for developing Ethernet 50 years ago
AUSTIN (KXAN) — University of Texas at Austin Professor Robert Metcalfe has been awarded the 2022…
Project Connect debuts 5 scaled down light rail options
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin residents got their first look at the future of light rail in…
Man arrested after fire burns vacant downtown Austin building
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man was arrested one day after Austin Fire crews put out a…
Xylazine, a sometimes deadly animal tranquilizer, detected in Texas supply
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Texas Department of State and Health Services (DSHS) said that xylazine, an…
Indeed laying off 15% of staff, around 2,200 people
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Indeed, an employment company co-headquartered in Austin, is letting go of roughly 15%…
Texas family of 4 waits over 2 hours for Austin police after crash
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On a Saturday afternoon, the Purciful family was on the way home to…
Without enough workers in the U.S. to fill jobs, ranches and farms in Texas look abroad
An analysis by The Texas Newsroom found a 36% increase in the demand for foreign workers…
Veterans of Foreign Wars to host town hall on PACT Act, Camp Lejeune benefits
The PACT Act is a new law that expands benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits,…
Commissioners launch departmental reviews, boost mental health funding at schools
Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai has launched a countywide departmental review to increase transparency and accountability…
Three San Antonio Starbucks stores join nationwide strike of more than 100 cafes
Starbucks Workers United said the strike is intended to demand that Starbucks end its union-busting efforts…
El Paso’s Castner Range designated a national monument
The move was cheered by locals and environmentalists who said the declaration will preserve history and…
TYLA offers media guide for reporters covering legal issues
Legal matters generally involve parties who have different versions of the story and the facts. Cases…
SBOT Volunteer and Staff Guides added to digital archives collection
SBOT Volunteer and Staff Guides 2004-2023 are now available online as part of the State Bar…
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program hosts free legal clinics in April
The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, an initiative of the Dallas Bar Association, Legal Aid of NorthWest…
Debt Consolidation in Austin is Available with Debt Relief Plans by Debt Redemption Texas
Fortune Magazine reports americans are racking up debt and burning through their savings. if the fed…
This Texas beach was just named one of the best in the United States
Padre Island National Seashore, located on Padre Island between Port Aransas and South... Padre Island National…
Former RadioShack CEO to Auction Limestone-Clad Texas Mansion
The custom home in Fort Worth has an insurance value of $21 million, but will begin…
Texas’ Morris plays amid misdemeanor domestic violence case
In a season that saw Texas fire head coach Chris Beard after a felony domestic violence…
Milam & Greene Wraps Up Major Texas Distillery Expansion
The Lone Star State's Milam & Greene Whiskey recently completed an extensive expansion of its Blanco,…
Texas beach named one of the ‘best under-the-radar’ spots in U.S.
The beach is also the world’s longest undeveloped barrier island. The beach is also the world’s…
Explosion and fire at Texas chemical plant
(22 Mar 2023) Officials were investigating an explosion and fire on Wednesday at a chemical plant…
Rattlesnake Roundup: a Texas tradition runs into criticism
The Texas town of Sweetwater claims fame as home to the world's largest annual "rattlesnake roundup,"…
Modern pop, hip-hop musical about Jesus coming to a North Texas tent auditorium in May
“His Story: The Musical” depicts the life of Jesus in a contemporary pop and hip-hop style,…
Texas bands ruled SXSW this year
Ben Kweller, Dende, and a reunited Voxtrot were among the home-state heroes who rocked…
Freddy Fender to be honored with historical marker in South Texas
The late Tejano singer, a Grammy Award winner, will be remembered in an April 15 ceremony…
Climate report: Situation more dire than ever, but it’s not too late to act
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The recently-released Sixth Assessment Report of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate…
APD: Roommate arrested after man found dead following house fire
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man was arrested and charged with murder and arson after a Sunday night…
Willie Nelson honored with Texas educational endowment
Weeks after winning more Grammys, Willie Nelson's next honor is a university endowment in Texas. The…
Meet 6 Investors Fueling the North Texas Startup Boom
From seasoned venture capitalists to up-and-coming angels, investors are setting their sights on North Texas. Many…
Peter Gabriel bringing ‘i/o – The Tour’ to Texas in October
Dates scheduled in Austin, Dallas and Houston.
Texas Latino plans 30th anniversary album
The award-winning band will celebrate 30 years with anniversary album filled with classic hits and new…
A Texas family’s road trip to every Buc-ee’s for spring break
"It was the best spring break yet." "It was the best spring break yet."
Willie Nelson honored with Texas educational endowment
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Weeks after winning more Grammys , Willie Nelson is getting a new…
Nephtali De Leon will be San Antonio’s sixth poet laureate
He spent 17 years in Lubbock, where he created the area’s first bilingual newspaper.He spent 17…
A new Pentagon policy helps troops who travel to receive abortions. Republicans want to block it.
The Pentagon policy reimburses service members for travel expenses and offers up to 21 days of…
Wiener Dog Races return to Central Texas for 26th annual festival
Racing wiener dogs, what's not to love? Racing wiener dogs, what's not to love?
PHS alumni take Texas to New York City
Adam Hill (left) and John Carroll backstage at Terminal 5 in New York City. ANDREW QUINN…
Texas Fan’s Insane Method For Cheaper Beyoncé Tickets Goes Viral
The fan said she paid less for an international flight and ticket than buying tickets to…
The Voice judges fight for Texas contestant after heartfelt performance of Selena
DALLAS, Texas – A Texas contestant on The Voice left two coaches very impressed after performing…
Buddy Mondlock tours Texas and stops at Harmony House Concerts to bring in spring!
Buddy Mondlock’s songs have been recorded by Garth Brooks, Joan Baez, Guy Clark, David Wilcox, Janis…
Texas Musician Robert Earl Keen Honored in the Texas House of Representatives
Texas Musician Robert Earl Keen Honored in the Texas House of Representatives
Meet rising Texas grasser Riley Gilbreath
Riley Gilbreath is an 18 year musician in Crowley, TX who is making noise on both…
One year ago: Central Texas sees a significant tornado outbreak
It was exactly one year ago when a busy and, sadly, deadly, severe weather day unfolded…
Cat recovers after being rescued from interstate overpass ledge, ACS says
SAN ANTONIO – Bridges, the cat, is now in recovery after being rescued from the ledge…
Highly contagious, easily transmittable virus found in Texas mammal for first time, TPWD says
A highly contagious and easily transmittable virus has been detected in Texas for the first time.…
Recall roundup: Gerber formula, Trader Joe’s fruit, Clio yogurt snacks pulled
SAN ANTONIO – The maker of Gerber Good Start SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula has issued a…
Drivers capture video of train colliding with big rig at railroad crossing in Schertz
SCHERTZ, Texas – A train crashed into an 18-wheeler on Tuesday morning in Schertz, and it…
Support pours in for the first Ukrainian restaurant to open in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – In many parts of Ukraine, all you can see is destruction. However, when…
President Biden Establishes National Monuments in Texas and Nevada, Marine Sanctuary in the Pacific
President Joe Biden said Tuesday he is establishing national monuments on more than half a million…
Not One But TWO Texas Cities Rank Inside the Top 10 for Happiest
Texans are an all around happy people.
HB 841 House Committee Report
Relating to certain judicial statistics and related information gathered by the Texas Judicial Council.
HB 450 House Committee Report
Relating to a cause of action for the bad faith washout of an overriding royalty interest…
HB 251 House Committee Report
Relating to the payment of certain costs associated with certain assignments of a statutory probate court…
HB 242 House Committee Report
Relating to liability for the donation and distribution of feminine hygiene products.
HB 73 House Committee Report
Relating to limitation of certain liability of owners, lessees, and occupants of land in connection with…
This rancher doesn’t want a border wall on his land. He fears Texas will build it anyway
Anti-border wall activists are racing to find landowners along the Rio Grande before they sign contracts…
SR 334 Introduced
Recognizing the Texas Forestry Association on the occasion of its Forestry Day celebration.
Texas Fan’s Insane Method For Cheaper Beyoncé Tickets Goes Viral
The fan said she paid less for an international flight and ticket than buying tickets to…
HR 597 Introduced
In memory of Texas firefighters who have died in the line of duty and recognizing March…
HR 586 Introduced
Commemorating the 217th anniversary of the birth of Benito Juárez and honoring Latino businesses in the…
HR 585 Introduced
Recognizing the Texas Forestry Association on the occasion of its seedling giveaway.
No protests over Trump arrest expected in San Antonio, says Bexar County GOP chair
The chairman of the Bexar County Republican Party said he would be ‘shocked’ to see any…
New Report: Texas ranked among 10 most expensive states to retire amid growing economic concerns
Who doesn’t want to retire, but what if it’s more expensive not to? Who doesn’t want…
Texas Country Artist Case Hardin Hits Fourth-Consecutive Number One With “Most Beautiful Place I’ve Ever Been”
Texas Regional Radio hitmaker Case Hardin scores his fourth consecutive #1 spot with Most Beautiful Place…
SR 333 Introduced
Recognizing the Lone Star Ques of the Ninth District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
SR 324 Introduced
Recognizing March 21, 2023, as Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers Day.
HR 595 Introduced
Recognizing March 21, 2023, as Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers Day at the State Capitol.
St. Paddy’s Texas Style celebrates Irish and Texan culture over the weekend
St. Paddy’s Texas Style was in full swing in Old Town Lewisville on Saturday, March 18,…
SR 329 Introduced
Recognizing the Duncanville High School football team for winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division I state…
Frisco hits all the right notes as Texas’ newest Music Friendly Community
The Texas Music Office has confirmed what many residents already know: Frisco is a Music Friendly…
Peter Gabriel brings the ‘Sledgehammer’ to Texas on upcoming tour
He’ll be signing from his first new album in over 20 years.
TPR Music Presents Digging SA
Texas Public Radio is proud to present TPR Music’s Digging SA, a new video series that…
Biden is creating new national monuments to protect land in Nevada and Texas
Enlarge this image Avi Kwa Ame, also known as Spirit Mountain, as seen across the desert…
Biden is creating new national monuments to protect land in Nevada and Texas
Updated March 21, 2023 at 11:47 AM ET President Biden on Tuesday will proclaim two vast…
It’s World Poetry Day: NPR’s love of poetry goes back to its founding
(C) 2023 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations On World…
Texas ‘washing hands’ of runaway and missing foster kids
The Department of Family and Protective Services closed 40 missing minor cases in 2021. The Department of…
Today on Texas Standard: Indigenous chefs take center stage at Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion
It’s the spring festival season in Central Texas, and one aspect of Willie Nelson’s recently concluded…
From Dallas to Houston: Texans sign ex-Cowboys TE Dalton Schultz, reports say
Houston also signed former Buffalo Bills running back Devin Singletary, according to multiple reports.
Newly Discovered Enzyme Turns Air Into Electricity, Promising a New Clean Source of Energy
Imagine being able to draw moisture from the air through your fingertips and create an electrical…
San Quentin Prison is Using a Scandinavian Model of Rehabilitation to Turn Ex-Cons into Good Neighbors
San Quentin State Penitentiary, one of the most notorious and harsh prisons in the US, is…
Hundreds rally outside Texas Capitol, pledging to kill anti-LGBTQ legislation
The crowd gathered in Austin on Monday, waving pride flags and signs of support. The rally…
In fighting ‘woke agendas,’ Texas lawmakers join nationwide trend against drag shows, DEI efforts
Similar debates on hot-button social issues — from gender-affirming care to drag performances to DEI programs…
Wiener Dog Races return to Central Texas for 26th annual festival
Racing wiener dogs, what's not to love? Racing wiener dogs, what's not to love?
The Voice judges fight for Texas contestant after heartfelt performance of Selena
DALLAS, Texas – A Texas contestant on The Voice left two coaches very impressed after performing…