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Woman accused of stabbing boyfriend multiple times for not ‘helping her with the bills,’ SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio woman has been arrested for allegedly stabbing her boyfriend multiple…
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries elected as leader of the House Democrats
Updated November 30, 2022 at 12:12 PM ET The House Democratic Caucus has elected Rep. Hakeem…
Hakeem Jeffries elected to lead House Dems after Pelosi
It’s rare for a party that lost the midterms to regroup so easily, and stands in…
Dallas store customer fatally shoots suspected burglar who was fighting with employees, police say
The shooter told police he saw another man fighting with store employees and shot him because…
RodeoHouston adds another performer to 2023 concert lineup
Louisiana native Lauren Daigle appeared on “American Idol” twice. Her career soared in 2018 with her…
This Greek Island Replaced its Landfill with Recycling Plant That Now Reduces Waste by 85%
In order to keep their little island the pristine Aegean paradise it is, Tilos has gotten…
These San Antonio area lakes will be stocked with trout this winter
SAN ANTONIO – Thousands of rainbow trout will be stocked in lakes and ponds around San…
Trial starts for San Antonio man accused in capital murder of 14-year-old boy, 69-year-old man
SAN ANTONIO – The trial for a capital murder suspect accused in two February 2018 deaths…
Afghan soldier fleeing Taliban spent months reaching U.S. to request asylum. He was arrested at the Texas border.
DEL RIO — Two brothers stand across from each other at the Val Verde Correctional Facility…
2 arrested, charged with capital murder of 17-year-old, Grand Prairie police say
Police said three people were engaged in “possible high-risk activity” and a disturbance between the three…
RSV cases surging earlier than in previous years
Cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are usually at their worst during the winter months. This…
What to know about Celebrate SA, San Antonio’s official New Year’s Eve celebration
SAN ANTONIO – What are you doing on New Year’s Eve? You officially have an invitation…
Jeffries poised to make history as first Black person to lead congressional party
House Democrats are turning to a new generation of leaders to take the helm in the…
Supreme Court hears Texas challenge to federal immigration priorities
The U.S. Supreme Court was once again faced with a continuing dilemma on Tuesday: How much…
Russian diplomat says Brittney Griner could still come home before year’s end
Russia’s deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov said there’s still a chance for Houston native and WNBA…
People magazine reveals its 2022 ‘People of the Year’
Two of the honorees were selected for their advocacy efforts this year, while two more received…
Country singer Jake Flint dies just hours after his wedding
“We should be going through wedding photos but instead I have to pick out clothes to…
Christmas is Coming… on a Vintage Train Wrapped in Neon Lights and Steam – WATCH
Enchanting footage captures a magical practice run for Dartmouth’s Train of Lights 2022 as it passes…
Flames burn through roof after air conditioning unit causes fire in vacant house, SAFD says
SAN ANTONIO – A fire caused by a faulty air conditioning unit damaged a vacant house…
Tiger Woods doesn’t ‘have much left in this leg’ to compete
He says plantar fasciitis in his right foot makes it hard to walk and predicts says…
Study: U.S. gun death rates hit highest levels in decades
Among Black women, the rate of firearm-related homicides more than tripled since 2010, and the rate…
Missing 9-year-old boy reported in Richardson, police say
Police posted that Mata was missing around 2 a.m. They have not reported if he has…
For disabled children of military parents, frequent moves can lead to schooling gaps
On weekdays, Lawanda Jenkins wakes up well before dawn. The wife of an Army soldier, Jenkins…
An Afghan soldier fleeing the Taliban spent months reaching the U.S. to request asylum. He was arrested at the Texas border.
Abdul Wasi Safi was trying to reach his brother, who immigrated legally to Houston after helping…
Classic Theatre tackles a holiday favorite with a lone voice and a new setting
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
Critical plumbing maintenance could save you hundreds this winter
SAN ANTONIO – Taking a few minutes and spending a few bucks to winterize pipes could…
The ‘T. Rex of its Day’ Lived 340 million Years Ago with Razor Sharp Teeth and Strange Connection to Us
A terrifying predator that lived 340 million years ago has been dubbed “the T. rex of…
Annual Christmas at the College event honors Robb Elementary victims
UVALDE, Texas – The annual Christmas at the College is a beloved tradition in Uvalde, and…
For First Time, a Fatal Enzyme Deficiency is Treated in the Womb to Save a Child
An unborn baby was treated through her umbilical cord for a rare genetic condition—the same disease…
Second Bexar County jail study focuses on morale improvements to fight staffing shortage
SAN ANTONIO – For the second time in two months, a consultant recommends changes to help…
Man who called police to check on Atatiana Jefferson told to no longer protest outside courthouse
James Smith is a witness in the case against former Fort Worth officer Aaron Dean. Smith…
Suspect in Vanessa Guill?n’s killing pleads guilty
The 20-year-old Fort Hood soldier's murder prompted nationwide outrage and calls to reform the way the…
Helping local Afghan refugees brings Jewish and Muslim communities together
SAN ANTONIO – – On Giving Tuesday, we think about what we can offer others. 4,500…
OLLU alum reflects on advice that led her to become part of NASA’s Orion team
SAN ANTONIO – An Our Lady of the Lake alum reflects on advice that blasted off…
Dallas neighbors discuss strategies to help curb gun violence near schools
“It takes all of us. So, we wanted to start with ourselves. Think about how we…
Kim Kardashian and Ye reach divorce settlement
A judge declared the two legally single at Kardashian’s request in March, ending their eight-year marriage,…
Carrollton, McKinney announce new police chiefs
Both cities made the announcement of the new chiefs on Tuesday. CARROLLTON, Texas — North Texas…
Houston officials say state made the call on water boil notice
For more than 24 hours, nearly everyone in the nation's fourth-most-populous city had been asked to…
Woman pleads guilty in connection with Vanessa Guillen’s disappearance, murder
WACO, Texas – A Killeen woman charged in connection with the disappearance of U.S. Army Specialist…
CPS Energy, SAWS, city staff optimistic about emergency preparedness but work to be done
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
What’s driving the increased demand for mental health care in Texas?
A new survey from the American Psychological Association shows that the demand for mental health services…
Senate passes bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act
Democrats are moving quickly while the party still holds the majority in both chambers of Congress…
Twitter ends enforcement of COVID misinformation policy
A one-sentence update was made to Twitter’s online rules: “Effective November 23, 2022, Twitter is no…
No, vaccinated people are not more likely to die from COVID-19 than unvaccinated people
People are misinterpreting an analysis of CDC data reported in the Washington Post to falsely claim…
Commissioners hear jail study and proceed with annex redevelopment
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
North Texan Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes found guilty of seditious conspiracy
A jury convicted Rhodes and one of his lieutenants of conspiring to stop the transfer of…
Police investigating thefts at multiple Buddhist temples throughout North Texas
Police said $38,000 was stolen from the Buddhist temple in White Settlement using diversionary theft tactics…
Pearsall ISD board member arrested, accused in 2021 theft
PEARSALL, Texas – A Pearsall Independent School District board member faces a misdemeanor theft charge after…
‘How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical’ showing at Majestic Theatre this week
SAN ANTONIO – “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” is taking over the…
Coast Guard suspends search for Denton man who rented boat near Galveston and didn’t return
The Coast Guard says the 51-year-old man had intended on returning before sunset on Sunday. GALVESTON,…
U.S. Supreme Court wrestles over Biden’s immigration enforcement policy
The Biden administration instructed immigration agents to focus on deporting undocumented immigrants who have been convicted…
Texas grid still vulnerable to extreme winter weather, ERCOT estimate shows
Changes to Texas' power grid have improved ERCOT's ability to keep power flowing during major winter…
ERCOT says grid is stable enough to meet Texas’ demand this winter season
SAN ANTONIO – The Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas…
LCRA, City of La Grange award $11,901 grant for new HVAC units at live music venue
LCRA, City of La Grange award $11,901 grant for new HVAC units at live music venue…
Skin of Color Program recognizes unique needs of Black and Brown skin
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Hawaii’s Mauna Loa erupts for the first time since 1984
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Are self-driving tractors the future of farming?
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Northern long-eared bat, devastated by a fungus, is now listed as endangered
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The Biden administration declared the northern long-eared bat endangered on Tuesday in…
US wins over Iran 1-0 in politically charged match, advances alongside England
The Americans finished second in Group B and will play the Netherlands on Saturday with the…
Stephen F. Austin State University moves to join the University of Texas System
Regents said they chose the UT System because of its access to the Permanent University Fund,…
BGC Scores and Schedules: Playoffs Week 4
Below you will find the schedule of games and live scores for high school football games…
Orion, Earth, and the Moon
In this image, Orion captures a unique view of Earth and the Moon, seen from a…
You Can Now Buy Ralphie Parker’s House From ‘A Christmas Story’
For years, people have been visiting a museum built in the house where the famous American…
Mother of 10-year-old Uvalde shooting victim sues school district, police and gun manufacturer
The lawsuit accuses Daniel Defense, the manufacturer of the shooter's weapon, of marketing that primes "young…
Runners, walkers can get discounts at these San Antonio restaurants, bars for Rock ‘n’ Roll weekend
SAN ANTONIO – Runners and walkers participating in this weekend’s 2022 Certified Piedmontese Beef Rock ‘n’…
San Antonio Sports programs igniting a love of sport in students
SAN ANTONIO – The annual day of giving, Giving Tuesday, is now in its 10th year…
‘I didn’t know what to do’: 12-year-old wakes to flames in bedroom of North Side apartment
SAN ANTONIO – Ten people have been forced out of their apartments after a fire broke…
A fight over how to enforce immigration laws reaches the Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday in a long-running dispute over how to enforce…
Attorneys, families react to guilty plea in Buffalo mass shooting
Speaking to reporters later, several said the plea left them cold and that it didn’t address…
FDA warns against eating raw oysters distributed to 13 states
At least one person was confirmed to have sapovirus illness, which can cause diarrhea and vomiting.…
Two Swiss Reservoirs Turned into World’s Largest ‘Water Battery’ to Power Southern Europe
Next week a revolutionary new form of energy storage will debut in Switzerland after 14 years…
LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $24,609 grant to Utopia Volunteer EMS
LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $24,609 grant to Utopia Volunteer EMS New hydraulic stretcher will improve…
LCRA, PEC award $12,287 grant to help Marble Falls Area EMS provide better patient care
LCRA, PEC award $12,287 grant to help Marble Falls Area EMS provide better patient care New…
Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino deja entrever que México hará cambios ofensivos
El entrenador afirmó que ha analizado muchas posibilidades y que, aunque en sus casi cuatro años…
Free two-day health clinic popping up in Dallas this weekend
Patients will be able to receive medical and either dental or vision health services at the…
NASA to Cancel GeoCarb Mission, Expands Greenhouse Gas Portfolio
NASA announced Monday it intends to cancel development of its GeoCarb mission, and instead implement a…
Nonprofit needs more donated wreaths for graves at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
SAN ANTONIO – A nonprofit that is involved in laying wreaths on graves at Fort Sam…
What’s at stake as the U.S. faces Iran at the Men’s World Cup
DOHA, Qatar — One thing you hear over and over here at the Qatar World Cup…
Jewish Texans see surge in antisemitism as a precursor to fascism
As other kids in Austin recovered from trick-or-treating on Halloween last year, Sarah Adelman worried about…
In after-hours notice, Gov. Greg Abbott announces another leadership change for the Department of Family and Protective Services
Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday that Stephanie Muth will take over the top post in the…
Dallas man facing federal life sentence for drug trafficking charges, says U.S. Department of Justice
The 37-year-old is facing four indictments, including conspiracy to distribute fentanyl among other drugs. Police are…
Injured bald eagle that escaped crate on North Side found safe, San Antonio bird rescue says
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio bird rehabilitation organization is asking for the public’s help in…
Fort Worth officer arrested in off-duty domestic violence incident, police say
Saginaw police arrested an off-duty Fort Worth police officer after responding to a report of domestic…
US bat species devastated by fungus now listed as endangered
The bat is found in 37 eastern and north-central states, plus Washington, D.C., and much of…
No, adding sugar to Christmas tree water won’t help keep it fresh
While some people swear by adding something extra like sugar, soda and even vodka to their…
When’s the best time to get vaccinated? Right now.
Understanding which vaccines and boosters are necessary and when may seem overwhelming, but there are some…
Hogg Foundation awards five-year, $500,000 grant to Center for Community Health and Aging
When it comes to access to health care in rural areas, the disparities and inequities are…
Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In November 2022
Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In November 2022TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…
What’s at stake as the U.S. faces Iran at the Men’s World Cup
DOHA, Qatar — One thing you hear over and over here at the Qatar World Cup…
A fight over how to enforce immigration laws reaches the Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday in a long-running dispute over how to enforce…
Iran-US World Cup clash rife with political tension
The geopolitical situation outside the field isn’t likely to improve, especially after the US team posted…
Another ex-Ticket personality has joined Mike Rhyner and ‘The Freak’
Danny Balis is joining Rhyner’s “The Downbeat” afternoon drive program as a third host, alongside Mike…
Apple Music reveals top music in 2022 and listener charts
A hit by The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber topped Apple Music’s global song chart, and…
Innovative Nutcracker production comes to Comfort
The Nutcracker is back, but this version has an edgy, jazzy sound. The innovation doesn’t stop…
Allen ISD trustee storms out, resigns in anger after board votes to approve controversial redistricting proposal
Rountree and Anderson Elementary schools will close and the buildings will be repurposed. Students at several…
Clarence Gilyard, ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Die Hard’ actor, dead at 66
Gilyard’s career spanned more than 30 years across both tv and movie screens, as well as…
NASA, ICON Advance Lunar Construction Technology for Moon Missions
As NASA plans for long-term human exploration of the Moon under Artemis, new technologies are required…
Fort Worth Star-Telegram journalists on strike over labor practices by parent company
The union claimed that parent company McClatchy was “refusing to bargain in good faith” over a…
Republicans will argue against Biden’s deportation policy to Supreme Court
Republican states have sued the administration in an attempt to limit the discretion an officer has…
Houston lifts citywide boil water notice
City officials put the boil water notice in place on Sunday. It was lifted just after…
Early-morning fire causes extensive damage to North Side apartment complex; 10 residents displaced
SAN ANTONIO – A fire has caused extensive damage to a unit at a North Side…
Australia argues against ‘endangered’ Barrier Reef status
Australia’s environmental minister argued that the country has already addressed several of the report’s concerns over…
EXPLAINER: What hazards are posed by Hawaii’s Mauna Loa?
Here’s what you need to know about the Hawaiian volcano’s first eruption in nearly 40 years.…
18 apply to replace Clayton Perry on San Antonio City Council
San Antonio – A former councilman, unsuccessful candidates, and a bicycling advocate are among the 18…
Law enforcement cadets are trained on how to take illicit drugs off the street without being exposed
San Antonio – San Antonio Area law enforcement cadets are being trained on how to take…
Toy drives hope to bring joy to Uvalde children this holiday season
UVALDE – It’s a somber holiday season in Uvalde. Thanksgiving marked six months since the Robb…
Senate set to vote on Respect for Marriage Act
Senate Democrats are moving to quickly pass the bill while they still hold the majority in…
10-year-old boy injured in drive-by shooting while inside Fort Worth home, police say
The young boy was inside the home when an unknown suspect(s) drove by and started shooting…
PACK THE DOME: Traylor, UTSA want record-setting crowd for Conference USA Championship Game
SAN ANTONIO – Jeff Traylor did not mince words at his postgame press conference Saturday evening.…
Missing Fort Worth woman says she has reunited with her family — 51 years later
Melissa Highsmith was kidnapped in 1971 when she was just 21 months old. FORT WORTH, Texas…
Cochise County refuses to certify election
Republican officials in Cochise County refused Monday to certify the 2022 election ahead of the deadline.…
Potential victim of accused serial killer testifies against former Border Patrol agent
SAN ANTONIO – A prostitute whose terrifying encounter with a Border Patrol agent led to his…
10 potential jurors excused as selection gets underway in murder trial for Aaron Dean
District Judge George Gallagher, who is presiding over the case, said he wants to have 12…
Mother’s Love Has Granted 250,000 Wishes for Foster Kids–And Now She Surprised 9 With New Cars
Danielle Gletow might be the most famous foster parent of all time. 16 years ago she…
Advocates sound alarm as in-home maternity, family care program funding set to expire
SAN ANTONIO – The funding for a Nurse-Family Partnership is currently at stake. The family care…
San Antonio civil rights icon Emma Tenayuca to be honored with street designation
SAN ANTONIO – Local civil rights icon Emma Tenayuca is set to be honored decades after…
Biden calls on Congress to head off potential rail strike
“Let me be clear: a rail shutdown would devastate our economy,” Biden said in a statement.…
Yes, winter gas is slightly less fuel efficient than summer gas
Federal law and seasonal temperatures dictate the type of gas we use in our vehicles during…