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Death of Atatiana Jefferson: Former officer Aaron Dean sentenced to 11 years, 10 months, 12 days following manslaughter conviction
Dean opted to have sentencing come from the jury, instead of Judge George Gallagher. FORT WORTH,…
Governor Abbott Demands Federal Border Action Ahead Of Polar Vortex
Governor Greg Abbott today demanded President Joe Biden immediately deploy federal assets to address the dire…
SAAACAM celebrates Kwanzaa and hosts free workshop
SAN ANTONIO – The holiday season is here and the San Antonio community is coming together…
Biden administration must respond today to Supreme Court extension of Title 42
The U.S. Supreme Court halted the expiration of a controversial public health policy yesterday that allowed…
Airlines issue travel waivers ahead of arctic blast
Airlines are bracing for the potential impact that the arctic blast will have on travelers heading…
‘Alien’ Minerals Never Found on Earth Share Their Traumatic Origin Story
In 2019, prospectors found a meteorite in Somalia while looking for opal which has now revealed…
Arctic cold front could affect VIA service
SAN ANTONIO – Arctic, bitterly cold air could impact VIA Metropolitan Transit service this week. VIA…
Police searching for man who pistol-whipped ex, forced her to withdraw cash from ATM
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – San Antonio police are searching for a man who they say broke…
FRIGID FORECAST: Prepare for a hard freeze in South Central Texas ahead of Christmas weekend
Arctic, bitterly cold air will spill across Texas the Thursday (12/22) before Christmas weekend. This will…
Young People Help Restore Historic Arch and Local Pride in East London
In a gangland part of London, youth are being recruited into the revitalization of historic stone…
Watch a Jan. 9 Texas Tribune conversation with Comptroller Glenn Hegar
Hegar will discuss the state's biennial revenue estimate, how the state is enjoying a surplus amid…
Governor Abbott Appoints McFarland To State Board For Educator Certification
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Michael D. McFarland, Ed.D. to the State Board for Educator Certification…
Man arrested after hitting, killing person with vehicle and evading Blanco County deputies, authorities say
SAN ANTONIO – Updated on Dec. 20: Mark Skladany was transferred to the Blanco County Jail…
Cowboy Breakfast canceled for 2023, will return in 2024
SAN ANTONIO – The 45th annual Cowboy Breakfast tentatively scheduled for Jan. 27, 2023, has been…
State office may not challenge broadband maps, risking hundreds of millions of federal funds for Texas
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
Inmate found after being reported missing in Beaumont area
Zachary Myrick is approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 162 pounds. He was last…
Man dies in hospital after being stabbed, Dallas police say
Police identified the victim as Marktwon Daniell Hicks, saying he was found suffering from a stab…
From Messi to Morocco: 5 Good News Stories From a Memorable World Cup
From Messi’s twilight triumph to bountiful showings of hospitality by the Qatari people, there was plenty…
Man broke into ex-girlfriend’s apartment on North Side, forced her to withdraw money from ATM
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are searching for a man who broke into his ex-girlfriend’s…
Data plays a bigger role in warfare, and the military is building a new center to analyze it
The soon-to-be western home of the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency towers over north St. Louis. The…
Gov. Abbott orders investigation into parole cases regarding two Dallas-area murder suspects
Two of the Dallas murders mentioned in Abbott’s letter happened within two weeks of each other.…
Is heating your house burning a hole in your wallet? 5 ways to lower your utility bill
ORLANDO, FL (Ivanhoe Newswire) – It’s cold outside, but inflation is burning up utility bills. Heating…
Congress unveils $1.7 trillion defense bill to avoid government shutdown
The bill, which runs for 4,155 pages, includes about $772.5 billion for non-defense discretionary programs and…
These Flabby Gel Robots Could Deliver Life-Saving Drugs by Inching Along Using Changes in Temperature
A “soft robot” can move its way through the human body solely by the changing of…
Top court moments and trials in 2022 in Bexar County
SAN ANTONIO – The year got off to a slow start as the pandemic forced the…
7 warming centers will be open in San Antonio area during freezing weather
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio and Bexar County officials will open seven warming centers for people…
What happened to the search for Lina Khil? Community members want to know
San Antonio – San Antonio police continue searching for Lina Khil, a toddler seen nearly a…
Can Trump still run for president in 2024? Texas political analyst answers
If convicted of “insurrection,” political analyst Bill Chriss said that would disqualify former President Donald Trump…
Florida 12-year-old killed after accidentally shooting self with loaded gun found at friend’s home, police say
The child was taken to a hospital in Tampa following the shooting. LAKELAND, Fla. — A…
Uvalde CISD delivers end-of-year safety, security report at final board meeting of 2022
UVALDE, Texas – In the final Uvalde CISD school board meeting of 2022, safety and security…
USPS workers see exponential increase of packages during holiday season
SAN ANTONIO – The United States Postal Services’ packaging and processing centers are shipping out 310,000…
Former North Texas rabbi who was taken hostage at synagogue speaks at White House Hanukkah event
Charlie Cytron-Walker, who is now a rabbi in North Carolina, spoke about the growing issue of…
A North Texas hospital waited hours to address a spinal emergency. It led to a woman’s paralysis and a $10.1 million court win for her
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Flower Mound was found responsible by a jury for “willful and…
Interim Uvalde CISD police chief focused on rebuilding department
UVALDE – The Uvalde CISD police department is under new leadership after Joshua Gutierrez was approved…
Governor Abbott Lights Shamash At Menorah Lighting Ceremony In Austin
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Hanukkah with leaders of the Jewish community at the State Capitol…
Texas secretary of state releases 2020 election audit, highlights procedural issues in Dallas County
The Texas Secretary of State office ordered a full forensic audit of the election for Collin,…
Grapevine’s beloved ‘Waffle Way’ reopens one week after suffering tornado damage
There is painted plywood where windows used to be, and the shop’s awning is still on…
Texas elections secure despite COVID-related “irregularities” in 2020, audit finds
Four Texas counties were evaluated in a 359-page audit released by Secretary of State John Scott…
San Antonio nonprofit still bracing for surge of migrants with Title 42 in flux
SAN ANTONIO – Thousands of migrants are at the border looking to cross into the United…
San Antonio community, nonprofit bring holiday cheer to families battling cancer
SAN ANTONIO – Thanks to the San Antonio community, dozens of local families who have loved…
Santa’s helpers spread Christmas cheer during Salvation Army’s Angel Tree event
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3 immediate steps to protect yourself after falling victim to a scam
If you suspect you shared information with a scammer or notice fraudulent charges on an account,…
Three injured after Corvette goes into crowd at Cars and Coffee Southlake event
Police say three teens suffered injuries after the incident last Saturday morning. TROPHY CLUB, Texas —…
No, Congress can’t charge people with crimes
Congress can conduct investigations, but whether to actually prosecute is up to the Department of Justice.…
Last-minute preps to do on your house before freezing temps arrive later this week
SAN ANTONIO – Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing this week in San Antonio and…
Recall roundup: Texas oysters linked to 211 illnesses
SAN ANTONIO – Raw Texas oysters harvested from a portion of Galveston Bay are now linked…
Elementary school student wins regional holiday card contest
A fourth-grade student in the North East Independent School District is the winner of 2022 Education…
Ice house hosts annual tradition: ‘Festivus: for the rest of us!’
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SCOTUS grants stay, temporarily preventing Title 42 migrant expulsions from ending
The U.S. Supreme Court has granted a request by Republican-controlled states to delay the end of…
First Texas chapter of Women in Robotics forming in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – A new club is forming in San Antonio to support women who work…
Canyon Lake Overlook parking, access to dam to remain closed thru Jan. 31
CANYON LAKE, Texas – The temporary closure of Overlook parking at Canyon Lake and access to…
Read an executive summary of the Jan. 6 committee’s final report
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Heading into a really cold snap this week, Texans wonder if the power grid can handle it
Subfreezing temperatures are expected to hit most of Texas on Thursday into Friday. North Texas could…
Governor Abbott Appoints Bennett To 474th District Court
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Alan Bennett to the 474th Judicial District Court in McLennan County…
San Antonio prepares for harshest cold since 2021 winter storm
An arctic air mass is expected to arrive in Texas to create a bitter chill across…
El Paso declares a state of emergency after surge in border crossings amid cold temperatures
With Title 42 ending Wednesday, El Paso officials expect the number of migrants crossing the border…
Company behind Fortnite game to issue refunds for deceptive billing practices
$245 million in customer refunds will go to players who fell victim to so-called “dark patterns”…
Jan. 6 panel recommends criminal charges for Trump
While a criminal referral is symbolic, with the Justice Department ultimately deciding whether to prosecute Trump…
Governor Abbott Directs Investigation Into Murders By Paroled Inmates Wearing Ankle Monitors
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles (BPP) and Texas Department…
Social Security recipients won’t receive a bonus payment in December
Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will get two payments in December. But the second…
NASA to Air Live Coverage of US Spacewalk for Solar Array Installation
NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station will conduct a spacewalk on Wednesday, Dec. 21, to…
Residents of Tiny Town of Tampa, Kansas, Are Flown to Tampa, Florida for ‘Trip of a Lifetime’
Every one of the 105 Kansas residents in a town called Tampa were invited on a…
A constitutional law expert explains how SCOTUS’ Moore v. Harper decision could lead to election chaos
A legal expert tells our Y’all-itics podcast that the case has led to an odd assortment…
Happiest cities in America: These two North Texas cities are in the top 10
Frisco took the No. 1 spot for the following two metrics used in the study: marriage…
Woman Who Hated Exercise Starts Lifting Weights to Help Combat Arthritis–And is Now a Regional Gold Medalist
A woman who hated exercise took up powerlifting to help combat her arthritis and is now…
The Jan. 6 committee is voting on criminal referrals
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‘They ran over our children’ Two Texas teenagers killed in hit-and-run crash
17-year-old James Solis and 15-year-old Jordan Canedo were heading home from the mall. Loved ones say…
Thieves try but fail to steal money from North Side bank ATM
SAN ANTONIO – Thieves who may have been out to score some quick Christmas cash have…
Man dies after crashing his 1930s model Ford coupe in Boerne, police say
BOERNE, Texas – Boerne police have identified the victim of a fatal traffic accident that occurred…
Teen facing charges after allegedly shooting friend while playing with gun
SAN ANTONIO – A 17 year old boy is facing criminal charges after allegedly shooting his…
Report: Black women in Texas face greater risks during pregnancy and childbirth
Nakeenya Wilson was at a meeting of Texas’ maternal mortality review committee when she got the…
Cold weather prep: 2 Dallas agencies band together to provide weather shelter for homeless
As DFW prepares for an arctic blast this week, Austin Street Center and OurCalling are joining…
NASA, Moog SureFly Test Aircraft Noise
The Moog Surefly vehicle hovers above Cincinnati Municipal Airport in this photo from summer 2022.
Governor Abbott Announces New Boingo Wireless Office, Future Headquarters In Frisco
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Boingo Wireless, Inc. (Boingo) will create a new office in…
Great College Graduates: Gloria Reyes
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These City of San Antonio offices will be closed for the winter holidays
SAN ANTONIO – The City of San Antonio has released its holiday schedule for the winter…
McNay Art Museum names new director
SAN ANTONIO – Matthew McLendon will become the new director of the McNay Art Museum in…
James Cameron aims to finally put that ‘Titanic’ door debate to rest, 25 years later
Titanic director James Cameron wants to put an end to a debate that has gone on…
Experts offer tips on how Texans can stay prepared for winter storms and other disasters
As the Lone Star State enters the colder months of winter, undoubtedly many recall the still-fresh…
The first day of winter arrives this week, marked by the solstice
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There’s a shortage of vets to treat farm animals. Pandemic pets are partly to blame
One night last spring, Andy Berry, a livestock farmer in Mississippi, was working the phone. One…
The World Cup is over. What soccer should I watch now?
Yes, the 2022 World Cup has come to an end. After a thrilling final that saw…
Third air bag death confirmed this year, owners urged to get repairs
Since 2009, the exploding air bags have killed at least 33 people worldwide, including 24 in…
Police investigating attempted break-in of far North Side ATM
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are searching for suspects following an attempted break-in of an…
Off-Duty EMT Rescuer Spends Day Keeping Skier Alive After Avalanche
An EMT continued his heroic work into his day off, when during a ski trip he…
1 teen hospitalized, another teen in custody after shooting on West Side, police say
SAN ANTONIO – One teenage boy is in the hospital and another is in custody following…
Study: Dallas’ Parkland Health and Hospital System had most ER visits in nation in 2021
Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas reported the most emergency room visits in 2021, according…
Twitter poll closes with users voting for Musk exit as chief
Musk has taken a number of unscientific polls on substantial issues facing the social media platform.…
Police seek information in 2009 murder of 17-year-old man
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are working on getting justice for a 17-year-old who was…
Overnight fire displaces residents of Northeast Side apartment building
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio fire investigators are working to determine the cause of an apartment…
‘Try not to isolate’: Experts share how to cope with grief during holidays
SAN ANTONIO – What is referred to as the most wonderful time of the year can…
Families displaced by Tarrant County home explosion prepare for emotional holiday season
“I’m just hoping we can all get a new start and start this year off in…
Company aiming for inclusion in space conducts weightless test flight with participants with disabilities
K. Renee Horton aspired to be an astronaut while growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a…
Affidavit: Man charged in aggravated robbery after impersonating a police officer with AR-15 rifle
SAN ANTONIO – A 19-year-old man has been arrested after police say he robbed someone at…
Thousands of gifts passed out during Toys for Tots giveaway
SAN ANTONIO – Thousands of gifts were passed out to children in the community at the…
Austin baby born with rare heart defect turns 1, parents and doctor share update
Chase’s heart defect was found while Jaime was pregnant, leading to an open heart surgery at…
Musk polls Twitter users about whether he should step down
“My apologies. Won’t happen again,” Musk tweeted, before launching a new 12-hour poll asking if he…
Sundance Square officials need help finding person who stole baby Jesus from Nativity display
Fort Worth police say they received a report about the theft in the plaza area. FORT…
Dave’s Hot Chicken to open first location in San Antonio on far West Side
SAN ANTONIO – Dave’s Hot Chicken is set to open its doors on Wednesday at its…
San Antonio soccer fans celebrate Argentina’s victory as they look ahead to 2023 and 2026
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
Person exiting car after minor highway crash hit, killed by pickup
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are investigating what they say appears to be a horrible…
Head-on vehicle crash on South Side sends 2 people to hospital, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – Two people were taken to an area hospital following a 2-vehicle crash on…
Cecily Strong says farewell to Saturday Night Live
Cecily Strong, who made viewers hysterical with her spot-on impressions of celebrities, politicians and “The Girl…
The Pope has revealed he has a resignation note to use if his health impedes his work
ROME — Pope Francis has revealed in an interview published Sunday that shortly after being elected…
J. Robert Oppenheimer’s security clearance was wrongly revoked, energy secretary says
The Biden administration is reversing a 1954 decision that revoked J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the…
‘Astonishing’ 1,300-Year-old Gold and Gemstone Necklace is the Richest Ever Uncovered in Britain
Archaeologists have uncovered an “astonishing” 1,300-year-old necklace in Northamptonshire, England, discovered during excavations for a housing…
2 children injured in 2-vehicle crash on I-10; police search for driver of second vehicle that didn’t stop
SAN ANTONIO – Two children were were taken to an area hospital following a 2-vehicle crash…
Will artificial intelligence disrupt education and other areas of society? An expert weighs in
A new artificial intelligence system made by the company OpenAI called ChatGPT is raising eyebrows and…
Driver dies in fiery crash after striking light pole in Haltom City, police say
Details are limited at this time. The victim will not be identified until family members are…
Elon Musk’s Twitter won’t let you link to several popular social media platforms
The new rule change comes on the heels of Musk’s abrupt suspension of several journalists who…
Missing 31-year-old man found safe, Fort Worth police say
Police say the man went missing on Dec. 15. They reported Sunday that he was found…
Leading SA: Housing and stock market outlook for the upcoming year
SAN ANTONIO – Whether it is the stock market or the housing market, 2022 has been…
World Cup final match ends with penalty kick shootout, Argentina wins
Argentina dominated in the first half of the game, scoring two unanswered goals. But France came…
HCSO: Woman allegedly stabs boyfriend to death in east Harris County
Details are limited, but Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the woman allegedly stabbed her boyfriend, who’s described…
The Top 10 Most Beloved Holiday Movies Ranked in Order, and Ready to Watch This Season
Nothing says ‘Happy Holidays’ like a healthy dose of nostalgia—and what better way to feel the…
Why one expert says the so-called ‘tri-demic’ might actually be a ‘septa-demic’
Feeling under the weather? For many, it’s certainly understandable that the first thought may be COVID,…
North Texas Democrat calls for election reform to be included in federal spending bill
A bipartisan group of lawmakers have already agreed to the framework of a $1.7 Trillion spending…
State senator to introduce legislation requiring active shooter training for all officers
Sen. Roland Gutierrez also recently provided Congressional testimony about gun reform. TEXAS, USA — Texas State…
Who scored goals during the World Cup final
Both teams have been relying on their star players, and they have not disappointed, scoring a…