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McCarthy’s bid for speaker to continue with Trump’s support
McCarthy said Trump wants him to stay in the race and told him to bring an…
Thieves steal $5K worth of property, use victim’s porch as restroom
SAN ANTONIO – The victims of a garage break-in say they feel violated and disrespected after…
6 millionaires but no jackpot winners after Tuesday Mega Millions drawing
The jackpot is the largest since someone in California won a record $2.04 billion Powerball prize…
What happens in the House until there’s a speaker elected?
Without a speaker, the House cannot fully form since that person effectively serves as the chamber’s…
Wanna work at a new golf resort? 1,000 jobs are up for grabs in North Texas
The hotel and resort, as well as golf courses, restaurants, shopping and entertainment venues, will open…
Family Rescued After Lucky Tesla Survives Plunge Over Cliff in California
The state of California remains 4 citizens richer after an incredible stroke of luck saw four…
Whataburger bringing back Dr Pepper milkshakes for limited time
SAN ANTONIO – Whataburger is bringing joy to Dr Pepper fans this new year — The…
The FDA finalizes rule expanding the availability of abortion pills
WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday finalized a rule change that broadens availability…
Southwest Airlines apologizes and then gives its customers frequent-flyer points
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Many ERs offer minimal care for miscarriage. One group wants that to change
By the time she completed her residency in emergency medicine, Dr. Andreia Alexander had seen all…
Women leaders of color are leaving arts groups. But there are 6 ways to change that.
Women leaders are leaving top jobs at a higher rate than ever before. It’s being called…
Thousands unnecessarily arrested for minor offenses in Texas, a new report finds
Thousands of people across Texas were arrested in 2019 for offenses that could have been handled…
Man shot, critically wounded while leaving South Side bar
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are searching for a suspect who robbed and shot a…
Policymakers say addressing extremism among veterans is a ‘delicate’ challenge
Two years after the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, government leaders are still…
T-Squared: Introducing our spring 2023 fellows
Tribune fellows have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in all aspects of the operation of…
Man hit by truck while walking in crosswalk, driver flees the scene, police say
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are searching for a driver after a man was hit…
Driver extracted from vehicle after crash on Northeast Side
SAN ANTONIO – A man was taken to an area hospital following a crash on a…
Embassy in Cuba to resume visa services as migrants flee country
The resumption comes amid the greatest migratory flight from Cuba in decades, while the Biden administration…
‘It’s a question of when, not if’: Immigration lawyer says Title 42 will inevitably be lifted
SAN ANTONIO – It’s the start of the new year, and the fate of Title 42…
Son of player from TCU’s 1938 national title team says programs then and now have unbridled chemistry
David Kline’s father, Forrest Kline, played offensive line for TCU in the ’30s. He blocked for…
Atatiana Jefferson’s sister, Amber Carr, is fighting for her life in the hospital, family attorney says
Amber Carr was hospitalized during the Aaron Dean trial. Two weeks later, she’s fighting for her…
GOP lawmakers from Texas take stand in fight over House speaker
SAN ANTONIO – Texas Republican U.S. Rep. Chip Roy has taken the lead to reform how…
Suspect in fatal stabbing in Dallas claimed victim ‘walked into the knife’
The suspect is still at large at this time. DALLAS — An affidavit for the suspect…
Here’s why a North Texas Republican congressman-elect voted against Kevin McCarthy for Speaker of the House
Keith Self is among the 20 Republicans who held up a normally ceremonial vote for House…
Man shot, car stolen during meet-up for online sale in Fort Worth, police say
Police say the incident happened at the Centreport Lake apartments near Trinity Boulevard and Highway 360.…
Woman punches, kicks man after being asked to stop slamming door, police say
SAN ANTONIO – A 57-year-old woman was arrested after she punched and kicked a relative multiple…
Damar Hamlin: Bills safety’s cardiac arrest underscores importance of North Texas nonprofit
It was just 13 years ago when Zachary Schrah collapsed on the field at Plano East…
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy emerges as key GOP agitator in U.S. House speaker fight
Three Texas Republicans, including Roy, voted three times against U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy's bid to be…
Texas congressmen among Republican rebels voting against Kevin McCarthy’s speaker bid
A trio of Texas GOP congressmen played a key role in preventing Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif.,…
Here’s how to get up to $14K for home improvements
If you’re looking to upgrade your home, you may be able to save thousands of dollars…
Jeremy Renner posts update after snowcat accident caused serious injuries
The New Year’s Day incident left the Oscar-nominated actor in critical condition with chest and orthopedic…
Damar Hamlin’s injury: Grapevine psychiatrist discusses the potential emotional impact for athletes
“This entire event that’s occurred, it gets everybody’s attention. It’s a bit of a dose of…
Damar Hamlin: Former NFL players say they were stunned by safety’s collapse, cardiac arrest
Hall of Famer Tim Brown and former Super Bowl champion Thomas Everett say what happened to…
“It takes time to get stuff done”: New Texas congressman promises results, not rhetoric
Nathaniel Moran, the former Smith County judge, has promised to be a staunch conservative who will…
Looking for a job? Find out how to become a Bexar County court reporter
SAN ANTONIO – Bexar County court reporters are ready to start the new year as more…
Defense begins calling witnesses in effort to keep Barrientes Vela from being sentenced to prison
SAN ANTONIO – The sentencing of convicted ex-Bexar County constable Michelle Barrientes Vela resumed Tuesday, as…
What is the emergency protocol for the Cowboys and AT&T Stadium?
On average, each NFL game has 30 healthcare providers at the stadium, which includes team physicians,…
City of Dallas’ sanitation department implementing new routes, collection schedule
The changes have resulted in collection being overlooked in some areas, spurring complaints from residents. DALLAS…
Damar Hamlin fundraiser: What’s real and how to spot a scam
Millions of donations are pouring into a toy drive fundraiser set up by Buffalo Bills safety…
Texas family planning clinics require parental consent for birth control following court ruling
The Title X program has long provided free, confidential contraception to anyone, regardless of age, income…
WATCH LIVE: McCarthy fails in marathon votes for speaker, not giving up
A Speaker of the House contest last went multiple rounds in 1923. WASHINGTON — Republican leader…
Where to get CPR training in North Texas
There’s been an increased interest in the life-saving technique after a Buffalo Bills player suffered cardiac…
Apollo Astronaut Walter Cunningham Dies at 90
Former astronaut Walter Cunningham, who flew into space on Apollo 7, the first flight with crew…
NFL Fans Shocked by Sudden Collapse of Athlete Donate $5 Million in 24-hrs to His Humble Toy Drive–Including Tom Brady
NFL fans and players are sending thoughts and prayers to the family of Buffalo Bills player…
Bexar County ME’s Office identifies second man killed in NW Side crash
SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE 1/3/23: The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified a second victim in…
January sees lots of layoffs but a plan can help ease pain for those affected
January is historically the busiest month for job cuts. The first month of the year “is…
NASA Awards Space and Earth Sciences Data Analysis-V Contract
NASA has awarded the Space and Earth Sciences Data Analysis-V (SESDA-V) contract to ADNET Systems, Inc.…
Workforce Solutions hosts annual winter food drive benefiting the SA Food Bank
SAN ANTONIO – Workforce Solutions Alamo is hosting its annual winter food drive benefitting the San…
VIDEO: Tesla plunges off cliff in California, 4 passengers rescued
SAN MATEO COUNTY, Cali. – Two adults and two minors were injured in a car accident…
An airline worker died after being ‘ingested into the engine’ of a plane, NTSB says
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COVID is changing how our brains tell time
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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried enters plea in New York
Bankman-Fried was released from custody with electronic monitoring two weeks ago to await trial at his…
Dallas ranks first among major Texas rental markets in 2022
Over the past three months, Denton, Northwest Dallas/Bachman Lake, and Far South Dallas/Waxahachie have been the…
McKinney fire chief retiring at the end of January
The city announced they would begin a nationwide search for his replacement. MCKINNEY, Texas — The…
Improving Her Depression, Woman Tries Something New Every Day for a Year–And Vows to Keep it Up
A woman who struggled with depression found a way—actually, more than 300 ways—to improve her mental…
Texas ag agency says climate change threatens state’s food supply
A new Texas Department of Agriculture report also points to other factors that are making it…
Bills provide update on Damar Hamlin’s condition
In a chilling scene, Hamlin was administered CPR on the field during Monday Night Football, ESPN…
12-year-old boy injured in early morning New Year’s Day shooting, Arlington police say
His family told officers that they were outside watching fireworks, when the boy “started complaining that…
Early morning fire forces people, pets out of Southeast Side home
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio fire investigators are looking for answers among the ashes inside a…
San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology provides students with cybersecurity education
SAN ANTONIO – Thousands of local students have learned about cybersecurity and the growing industry thanks…
What happened to Damar Hamlin? How cardiac arrest is different from heart attack
Half of cardiac arrests happen to people who did not know they had a heart problem,…
Bird, Rocket Prepare for Flight at Kennedy Space Center
An osprey is seen in front of NASA's Space Launch System rocket with the Orion spacecraft…
Fire at Southeast Side home damages second-story, SAFD says
SAN ANTONIO – A fire at a home on the city’s Southeast Side damaged the second…
USDA Announces January 2023 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 3, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced loan interest rates for…
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says calling off game after Hamlin injury was ‘right decision’
Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin collapsed to the ground following his tackle of Cincinnati Bengals…
Cowboys show support for Bills safety Damar Hamlin after collapse on field
“Praying for a miracle,” Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawrence tweeted. DALLAS — Dallas Cowboys players are…
South American Songbird Hailed as Most Expert Musician of the Animal Kingdom (LISTEN)
When it comes to keeping time, an unassuming species of songbird is on a par with…
Texas 2022: Year in Photos
Texas Tribune photographers captured a historic year of challenges and resilience.
VIA riders get in free to All-American Bowl and All-Star football games
SAN ANTONIO – Anyone who uses VIA’s special event service to get to the Alamodome on…
January sees lots of layoffs but a plan can help ease pain for those affected
January is historically the busiest month for job cuts. The first month of the year “is…
Experts say real estate and inflation will dominate Texas economy in 2023
2022 has come and gone – and for many Americans it was a wild ride economically.…
Gun control and the power grid are among leading issues in the 2023 Texas Legislative session
There’s just over a week left before the start of the 2023 Texas Legislative session. Property…
In West Texas, a boom in earthquakes alongside a boom in oil drilling
(C) 2023 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations After multiple…
Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $785 million: When is the next drawing?
There have been 22 straight drawings without a big winner, allowing the Mega Millions prize to…
Your credit score won’t automatically take a hit after a data breach
Data breaches on their own aren’t factored into credit scores. But scammers using leaked data to…
Rally car driver Ken Block dies in snowmobile accident
In addition to his rally car career, Block gained global fame from his viral Gymkhana YouTube…
North Side family suspects celebratory gunfire caused bullet to go through home’s roof
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A stray bullet pierced a home’s roof before getting stuck in the…
Some tips on saving money on your 2022 taxes
SAN ANTONIO – As we start a new year, it’s a good time to think about…
North Texas county bans TikTok for government devices
The move comes after Gov. Greg Abbott ordered all Texas state agencies to ban TikTok on…
Lunar New Year celebration welcomes all in Grand Prairie
If your New Year celebration was the same ol’ routine, there is still an opportunity to…
Self-care goals are achievable with time and grace in 2023, expert says
San Antonio – Many individuals and families are gearing up for the new year by setting…
Two books give San Antonio an a-maze-ing remake
A pair of books about San Antonio may inspire residents to view their Alamo City in…
Texas Bowl Champs and 2023 Wish List
In this week's tailgate we celebrate a huge victory over crying Kiffin and the Ole Miss…
Man hit by car while crossing access road of I-35, police say
SAN ANTONIO – A man in his 40s was taken to an area hospital after being…
Barrientes Vela sentencing scheduled to resume Tuesday, conclude this week
SAN ANTONIO – The sentencing of convicted ex-Bexar County constable Michelle Barrientes Vela is scheduled to…
Faulty water heater causes fire at Northeast Side apartment complex
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio firefighters responded to a fire at a Northeast Side apartment complex…
NFL, sports world reacts to injury to Bills’ Hamlin
Social media was quickly filled with prayers Monday night after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed…
Russia, shaken by Ukrainian strike, may be mulling more drone attacks
Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to be exploring ways to regain momentum in the war ,…
Suspect accused in West Side murder arrested, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police arrested a suspect in a West Side murder two days…
Major transformation of Tower-Life Building to begin in 2024
SAN ANTONIO – An eight-sided building topped by its green-glazed roof, the historic 31-story Tower-Life Building…
No intruder found at Dalton Elementary in Uvalde, officials say
UVALDE, Texas – The new year started on high alert for Uvalde CISD. Just before 3…
WATCH: Fireworks kick off new year across San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonians celebrated the new year with a boom! Many shared videos of…
Dallas couple wrongfully arrested on murder charge spent Christmas in jail
Dallas police searched their home and seized their truck and phones. DALLAS — It was just…
Buffalo woman saves a man from freezing to death in blizzard
Christmas Eve during the Blizzard of 2022 will be remembered for more than snow. It’s the…
‘I hope to accomplish justice’: Meet one of the new Bexar County criminal district court judges
SAN ANTONIO – New and re-elected Bexar County judges have been sworn-in and begin working this…
Man last seen in southeast Dallas on New Year’s Day has been found, police say
Police said Arthur Bonner was on South Buckner Boulevard near Scyene Circle at around 9 a.m.…
TSA releases its ‘Top 10 Catches of 2022’ list
TSA officers found a firearm in a jar of peanut butter at John F. Kennedy International…
Neighbors come together to help family of 7 after home destroyed in fire on New Year’s Day
SAN ANTONIO – A family of seven whose North Side home was destroyed in a fire…
North Texans remember the life of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
The Catholic Diocese of Dallas is planning a rosary vigil and memorial Mass for Pope Emeritus…
Man in custody after shooting at officer, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – One man is in custody after firing several shots at a San Antonio…
What happens if Kevin McCarthy doesn’t get enough votes to be speaker?
Many are skeptical that Republican Kevin McCarthy will reach a majority to become speaker on the…
American Airlines ground crew worker killed after being ‘ingested into the engine’ of a plane at Alabama airport
The accident grounded flights in and out of the airport for four hours on Saturday and…
Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Resources Ahead Of Storms
Governor Greg Abbott today activated state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather and flash…
Here’s what 2023 has in store, as predicted by experts in 1923
Forget flying cars. When scientists and sociologists in 1923 offered predictions for what life might look…
School counselors are underfunded and overworked, head of state group says in wake of Uvalde shooting
After the tragedy at the Uvalde’s Robb Elementary School that left at least 19 children dead,…
TCU fans opt to drive to Arizona as Southwest Airlines problems persist
“I mean, it’s an adventure,” said Kate Dykes, the wife of TCU coach Sonny Dykes. “It’s…
Property tax revision, judicial branch expansion among new Texas laws that took effect Jan. 1
While the Legislature will soon start its new session, some laws passed in 2021 are just…
Family, attorneys of man fatally shot by Hays County deputy call for release of video
KYLE, Texas – National civil rights attorney Ben Crump was in San Marcos Monday afternoon with…
Time is fleeting. Here’s how to stay on track with New Year’s goals
Time is a thief, as my Uncle Dan loves to say, and if you want to…
When someone turns 100, these volunteers are there to make sure they’re honored
Gloria Helmuth has seen the joy of what it means to turn 100. She’s not there…
Texans can clinch No. 1 overall pick in 2023 NFL Draft with loss in season finale
The Texans would clinch the No. 1 overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft with a…
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White dead at 67
His brother Verdine White announced his death, calling him a drumming prodigy who could always brighten…
Incredible Time-Lapse Shows 12,000-Ton Bridge Being Slid into Place Above Highway in Record-Setting Feat
Incredible time-lapse footage shows a 12,600-ton bridge being slid into place across a highway in a…
Man who helped discover, develop Natural Bridge Caverns dies
SAN ANTONIO – One of the people who helped discover and develop Natural Bridge Caverns in…
These Texas laws go into effect in 2023
Several Texas laws will go into effect in 2023. The laws were passed and signed during…
Time is fleeting. Here’s how to stay on track with New Year’s goals
Time is a thief, as my Uncle Dan loves to say, and if you want to…
When someone turns 100, these volunteers are there to make sure they’re honored
Gloria Helmuth has seen the joy of what it means to turn 100. She’s not there…
Calendars are for managing your time. But planners are for dreaming without limits
It’s easy to appreciate calendars for their utility. They work overtime to keep the messiness of…
More than 60,000 view Benedict XVI’s body at Vatican
Officials expected at least 25,000 people to come and pay homage, but the crowd was more…