Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas receives grant from Texas Bar Foundation

Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas, or VLS, has received a $20,000 grant from the Texas…

Police: 9 dead in Texas mall shooting

Police say a shooting at a Dallas-area mall left 9 dead and others injured. A gunman…

Governor Abbott Statement On Shooting In Allen, Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement on the shooting at Allen Premium OutletsGovernor Greg Abbott…

Passenger critically injured after drunk driver crashes into parked truck tractor, police say

SAN ANTONIO – A driver admitted to drinking in a crash that critically injured one on…

Suspect arrested after threatening man with knife during robbery at H-E-B, police say

A suspect accused of threatening a man with a knife in an H-E-B parking lot after…

‘The rumors are true’: Popular San Antonio brunch spot opening second location

SAN ANTONIO – It’s official — one of San Antonio’s most beloved brunch spots is getting…

Multiple victims reported after shooting at Dallas-area outlet mall

ALLEN, Texas – Dallas authorities are responding to reports of an active shooter at the Allen…

WATCH LIVE: May 6 election livestream for results, reaction, analysis

Get more election news, results on KSAT’s Vote 2023 page. KSAT journalists are working around the…

Republican legislatures look to put local issues in liberal areas under state control

Lawmakers in statehouses across the country have spent the past several weeks debating bills that would…

TPR : The Public’s Radio : TPR

We aren’t just Public Radio, we are The Public’s Radio. Hear us on WNPN 89.3FM across…

Police respond to a shooting in a Dallas suburb

Updated May 6, 2023 at 9:06 PM ET Nine people were transported to local hospitals following…

San Antonio voters decide Prop A, city council, mayor, education issues

San Antonio voters selected their mayor and city council representatives on Saturday. They also cast votes…

Shooting at outlet mall in Dallas suburb leaves 9 hospitalized

Police in Allen, Texas, said the victims were transported to local hospitals and that an officer…

‘Multiple Casualties’ Reported in Texas Outlet Mall Shooting

Police are investigating reports of a shooting at Allen Premium Outlets.  Police are investigating reports of…

What You Should and Shouldn’t Be Doing With Your Elderly Dog – It’s National Pet Week

To mark National Pet Week which begins May 7, a pair of dog experts compiled the…

Endangered Sturgeon–A Fish Once So Popular a King Declared Them ‘Royal’–Making a Comeback in UK

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Black Holes Chew Up Wayward Stars Like Messy Toddlers–Taking a Few Bites Before Flinging Leftovers Across the Galaxy

A research team that analyzed black holes determined they are a bit like a messy toddlers…

Hays CISD proposes growth, security upgrades in $367M bond

Editor’s Note: The above video is of previous KXAN coverage on the Hays CISD bond. HAYS…

Voters to decide on Eanes ISD $131 million bond

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Dripping Springs ISD $223M bond focuses on district growth

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$763M Leander ISD bond package on the ballot for voters

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Austin Police oversight vote: What you need to know

Editor’s Note: The above video is previous KXAN coverage on Austin’s police oversight propositions. AUSTIN (KXAN)…

ELECTION DAY LIVE BLOG: Central Texans vote on bonds, propositions, city council races 

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Today is Election Day. Central Texas voters will decide on a number of…

State of Texas: Bracing for the end of Title 42

AUSTIN (Nexstar) – Communities along the border are facing an increase in migrants, as they prepare…

Texas mall shooting: At least nine victims confirmed

(NewsNation) — Law enforcement is investigating an active shooter situation at an outdoor outlet mall in…

Police respond to a shooting in a Dallas suburb

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HB 1003 Engrossed

Relating to ineligibility to serve as a poll watcher.

HB 120 Engrossed

Relating to the terms and conditions of a standard possession order in a suit affecting the…

HB 102 Engrossed

Relating to the recovery of exemplary damages based on a compensable death under the Texas Workers'…

HR 1237 Introduced

Congratulating Sherri Callahan on being named the 2023 Teacher of the Year at Rasor Elementary School…

HR 1236 Introduced

Congratulating Wendy Mullins on being named the 2023 Teacher of the Year at Bethany Elementary School…

HR 1233 Introduced

Congratulating Daun Griffen of Scott Johnson Middle School on her selection as the 2023 Secondary Teacher…

HR 1228 Introduced

Congratulating Daun Griffen of Scott Johnson Middle School on her selection as the 2023 Secondary Teacher…

HR 1225 Introduced

Congratulating Jim Yeonopolus on his retirement as chancellor of Central Texas College.

HR 1224 Introduced

Congratulating Conrado Garcia on his retirement as superintendent of West Oso ISD.

HR 1223 Introduced

Congratulating the Robstown High School girls' powerlifting team on winning the 2023 THSWPA 4A Division II…

HR 1222 Introduced

Honoring Carlos Javier Jasso of Edinburg for his contributions to the Rio Grande Valley.

HR 1221 Introduced

Congratulating Kora Shores on being named the Communities In Schools of North Texas 2023 Secondary Student…

HR 1074 Introduced

Electing children of house members to the office of mascot.

HB 1208 Engrossed

Relating to the reading and marking of a ballot by a person occupying a voting station…

HB 1152 Engrossed

Relating to the licensing of certain veterans by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the…

HB 1087 Engrossed

Relating to the contents of a petition in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.

HB 980 Engrossed

Relating to the privilege against disclosure of certain collaborative family law communications.

HB 975 Engrossed

Relating to the designation of the portion of Interstate Highway 635 in Mesquite as the Officer…

HB 923 Engrossed

Relating to the designation of the Aaron M. Hicks Memorial Interchange.

HB 891 Engrossed

Relating to the use of expert testimony in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.

HB 751 Engrossed

Relating to the issuance of Coast Guard Lifesaving Medal specialty license plates.

HB 539 Engrossed

Relating to the issuance of distinguishing license plates for farm and ranch vehicles.

HB 538 Engrossed

Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways for veterans.

HB 483 Engrossed

Relating to the designation of State Highway 356 in Irving as a historic highway.

HB 461 Engrossed

Relating to a waiver of the requirement for the performance of an adoption evaluation in certain…

HB 374 Engrossed

Relating to an application for an early voting ballot by mail.

HB 340 Engrossed

Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.

HB 328 Engrossed

Relating to the regulation by a property owners' association of the installation of solar roof tiles.

HR 1220 Introduced

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of The University of Texas at Arlington Faculty Senate.

HR 1218 Introduced

Congratulating Elijah Scheideman on being named the Communities In Schools of North Texas 2023 Elementary Student…

HR 1215 Introduced

Recognizing April 22, 2023, as Blackwell School Day at the State Capitol.

HR 1214 Introduced

Congratulating Jo Ann Johnson on her retirement from the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.

HR 1213 Introduced

Recognizing AADC Deficiency Awareness Day.

HR 371 Introduced

Recognizing the Texas Hill Country as an integral part of the State of Texas.

HR 1230 Introduced

Honoring Mary Nelle Cummins as the founder of the Community Health Clinic of Collin County.

San Antonio voters decide fate of Prop A, city council, mayor and school bonds

Voters in the Rio Grande Valley also cast ballots on Saturday, including decisions on mayors in…

HR 1296 Introduced

Congratulating Coleman Locke on his induction into the American Brahman Breeders Hall of Fame.

HR 1264 Introduced

Congratulating Denise Marshall of Cedar Park as she celebrates her ninth year of beating stage IV…

HR 1229 Introduced

Congratulating Joy and Greg Booth on the fifth anniversary of E. J. Wills Gastropub in McKinney.

HR 1208 Introduced

Honoring Eric Molina for his achievements in professional boxing.

HR 1207 Introduced

Commending Parker J. Nickerson for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State…

East Texas Baptist University closes 2023 spring theatre season

The East Texas Baptist University Department of Music and Theatre Arts ended the spring 2023 theatre…

Ugh, the mosquitos are here. And they’re in full force. 

Thanks to a relatively mild winter and April’s above-normal rainfall, the pesky bugs are swarming the…

What does this George Strait ‘All My Ex’s Live in Texas’ lyric mean?

What does Transcendental Meditation have to do with George’s exes?  What does Transcendental Meditation have to…

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are crowned in elaborate ceremony

The U.K.’s King Charles III was officially crowned in a ceremony at Westminster Abbey, followed by…

HB 4382 House Committee Report

Relating to the timely reporting of criminal case dispositions to the Department of Public Safety and…

HB 3858 House Committee Report

Relating to peace officer wellness programs within certain law enforcement agencies.

HB 3449 House Committee Report

Relating to ballots voted by mail.

HB 2966 House Committee Report

Relating to requirements for beneficial tax treatment related to a leasehold or other possessory interest in…

HB 2615 House Committee Report

Relating to the operation by a school district of a foundation and trade diploma program to…

Let’s get Naked! Dallas listed among the best Texas cities for Naked Gardening

Naked gardening isn’t just a trend; it’s a lifestyle that’s changing the way people think about…

HB 5372 House Committee Report

Relating to the creation of The Grand Prairie Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing…

HB 5351 House Committee Report

Relating to the creation of the Liberty County Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue…

HB 5259 House Committee Report

Relating to death records maintained and provided by the vital statistics unit of the Department of…

HB 5160 House Committee Report

Relating to the authority of the board of directors to select a depository bank for the…

HB 4922 House Committee Report

Relating to the authority of an emergency services district to provide preventive health care services.

HB 3736 House Committee Report

Relating to a study by the secretary of state on the accuracy of the information contained…

HB 3330 House Committee Report

Relating to the establishment of a task force on the statewide alert systems for abducted children…

HB 3191 House Committee Report

Relating to the elections and operations of certain hospital districts.

HB 2856 House Committee Report

Relating to the requirements for applications for low income housing tax credits for developments financed through…

HB 2594 House Committee Report

Relating to requiring training in the importance of mental and physical health as a requisite for…

HB 1726 House Committee Report

Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine…

HB 1671 House Committee Report

Relating to vote harvesting; creating a civil penalty.

HB 1537 House Committee Report

Relating to the submission by law enforcement agencies to certain public school personnel of a handle…

HB 1452 House Committee Report

Relating to insurance coverage for the disposition of embryonic and fetal tissue remains.

HB 1299 House Committee Report

Relating to the signature required on a carrier envelope for a ballot voted by mail; changing…

HB 1206 House Committee Report

Relating to a determination of a school district's assets to liabilities ratio under the public school…

HB 1054 House Committee Report

Relating to the classification of certain construction workers and the eligibility of those workers for unemployment…

HB 994 House Committee Report

Relating to sheriff's department civil service systems in certain counties.

HB 768 House Committee Report

Relating to the use of personal leave during school holidays by certain school district employees.

HB 83 House Committee Report

Relating to authorizing the use of a writing portfolio assessment to assess writing performance for public…

‘Climate Czar’ John Kerry Is Negotiating With the CCP, James Comer Threatens Subpoena to Find out Why

One-time presidential candidate and former Secretary of State John Kerry wasn’t elected to his current position…

Finally, the COVID-19 Global Emergency Is Over, Says WHO

On Friday, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 is no longer a global public health…

Your Inspiring Weekly Horoscope From Rob Brezsny: A ‘Free Will Astrology’

Our partner Rob Brezsny provides his weekly wisdom to enlighten our thinking and motivate our mood.…

BLOG: Severe weather rolls through parts of Central Texas

This blog is no longer being updated. AUSTIN (KXAN) — Severe storms are moving across Central…

Vinyl records have made a major comeback, and the Austin Record Convention has felt it

AUSTIN (KXAN) — They’re everywhere. At bookstores, on merch tables at concerts, there are even entire…

GOP Nevada Gov. Lombardo Tries to ‘Get S*** Done’ With Election Reforms Over Democrat Resistance

After giving the State of the State address in January, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo (R) famously…

Fox Counsel Sends Letter to Dominion, Demanding Company ‘Investigate’ if It Leaked Confidential Documents

In mid-April, Fox Corporation and Dominion Voting Systems settled out of court in a defamation lawsuit…

Feel-Good Friday: The First Down Syndrome Barbie Doll Reflects That Life Is Winning

A few weeks ago, Mattel unveiled its first Down syndrome Barbie doll. This is a cause…

Saturday’s coronation brings back memories of 1986 royal visit to San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO – After a brief visit in 1977, the future King Charles III returned to…

2 men charged in cold case murder from May 2022 in Southwest Bexar County, sheriff says

Just over a year after a man’s murder in Southeast Bexar County, sheriff’s deputies have made…

SAPD, Crime Stoppers asking for tips on Market Square Fiesta shooting suspect

SAN ANTONIO – Editor’s note: We previously reported that the woman involved was a suspect, as…

Friends, family to host reopening fundraiser campaign for East Side shoe shop destroyed by fire

An East Side small business owner is asking for the public’s help to reopen his decades-old…

Texas investigates hospital over care for transgender minors

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas hospital’s care for transgender minors is being investigated by state…

DHS Secretary reaffirms feds will use ‘expedited removal’ of migrants when health order expires

The Biden administration doubled down Friday on its intent to rapidly deport migrants who cross the…

Texas petrochemical plant fire sends 5 workers to hospital

HOUSTON — Fire erupted at a petrochemical plant in the Houston area Friday, leaving five workers…

Austin Police Oversight: What you need to know heading into Election Day

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin will vote on two individual police oversight measures Saturday. The two measures,…

Fun facts about UT as May 2023 commencement ceremonies kickoff

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Beginning Thursday, the graduating class for May 2023 walked the stage at The…

APD seeking help identifying armed suspect who robbed, pepper-sprayed store employee

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Austin Police Department said it was searching for an armed suspect who…

What’s going on with this year’s Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally?

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The owner of the Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally said this year’s event…

Texas petrochemical plant fire sends 9 workers to hospital

Officials say nine workers were released after undergoing precautionary medical evaluations after a fire erupted at…

Massive explosion and fire at Deer Park oil plant in Texas, air monitoring is being conducted

Olefins unit at Shell Plc's (SHEL.L) chemical plant in Deer Park, Texas leaves six people injured…

HB 1043 House Committee Report

Relating to a prohibition against covenants not to compete for certain low-wage employees.

HB 198 House Committee Report

Relating to vehicle safety inspections of certain travel trailers.