A first-of-its-kind glowing playground in Farmers Branch, Texas plans to open later this year, promising kids…
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The 4 kidnapped Americans are part of a large wave of U.S. medical tourism in Mexico
Before the pandemic halted travel, some 1.2 million American citizens visited Mexico for health care. The…
Texas Board of Legal Specialization announces new specialty areas in aviation and insurance law
The Texas Board of Legal Specialization, or TBLS, announced Wednesday the addition of aviation and insurance…
Family of Kevin Johnson, man shot by SAPD last March, say they still don’t have autopsy
Arlene Garcia, Johnson’s mother, said Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales told her in September that…
Harlandale ISD will stay with a five-day school week
After surveying families and staff, Harlandale Superintendent Gerardo Soto has decided against moving to a four-day…
Texas dogs once facing euthanasia could find ‘forever homes’ in Washington County
“When you adopt a dog, you save two,” said Carlos Davis of Animal Rescue Kingdom, which…
Statue of Nelson and Tracy Wolff unveiled on San Pedro Creek
A 400-pound life-size statue of the former Bexar County judge and his wife stands in the…
First Thing: Five women denied abortion care in Texas sue state over bans
The women were refused abortions despite carrying nonviable pregnancies that posed serious risk to their health.…
Statute of Nelson and Tracy Wolff unveiled on San Pedro Creek
A 400-pound life-size statue of the former Bexar County judge and his wife stands in the…
Ultimate Guide To 9 Exciting 2023 East Texas Spring Festivals And Events
Lots of fun events and festivals to check out this spring in East Texas.
Conroe’s Young Texas Artists competition happens this weekend: 5 things to know
Young classical musicians from across the state will converge on downtown Conroe through…
Here are 7 Central Texas swimming areas for cooling down this spring and summer
Jacob's Well might be closed for now, but Hill Country still has plenty to offer. Jacob's…
35 Texas dogs once facing euthanasia headed to Beaverton this weekend to find forever homes
“When you adopt a dog, you save two,” said Carlos Davis of Animal Rescue Kingdom, which…
Roll into Beaumont, the Cajun Capital of Texas, for murals, Mardi Gras, and more
Turns out, you don’t have to go all the way to the Big Easy to satisfy…
Texas folk trio and one member’s journey take center stage in ‘Nobody Famous’
Taylor Pie was a member of Corpus Christi’s Pozo-Seco Singers during the band’s heyday in the…
65th Annual Rattlesnake Round-up Returns to Sweetwater, Texas Douglas Pilarski
The World’s Largest RoundUp Event Begins March 9th. This week, the annual event brings 25,000 rattlesnake…
Obscure Tiny West Texas Town Has Been Named Coolest in the State
Texas could certainly make an argument for at least a dozen.
Bill would allow district clerks to carry handguns to work
It has bipartisan support in the Senate. AUSTIN, Texas — One gun-related bill that’s advancing through…
Today on Texas Standard: This Texas folk trio was lost to time – and that’s mostly OK with them
If you’ve never heard of the Pozo-Seco Singers, you’re not alone. The Corpus Christi trio rose…
True Texas virtuoso
One of Texas’ most accomplished virtuosos is coming to Fredericksburg on March 17 to perform at…
Leon Valley could be the last city in Texas with red-light cameras unless state officials step in
The city’s contract with American Traffic Solutions is set to expire in 2039.The city’s contract with…
Texas denied abortions to these women when their lives were in danger. Now they’re suing the state.
Though speaking out requires them to relive losing their wanted pregnancies, four plaintiffs told The 19th…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban: Law endangers ‘lives of my future babies’
A group of Texas women are suing their state government over its abortion ban, saying the…
Texas Republican Introduces Bill Calling for Vote on Secession Bryan Dijkhuizen
A Republican lawmaker in Texas has introduced a bill that would allow Texans to vote on…
Council authorizes East Lubbock land transfer agreement for Texas State Veterans Cemetery
With the federal government’s offer to fund the construction of the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in…
Mayor’s Message – Pleasanton
I hope everyone is having a great week. March 7, 2023, was Pleasanton Legislative Day at…
Girls in Texas Could Get Birth Control at Federal Clinics, Until a Christian Father Objected
AMARILLO, Texas — On the vast Texas Panhandle, raked by wind and relentless sun, women might…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives
Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing…
Surprise surprise: This Austin eatery ranked the best barbecue in Texas & among best in the southern US
The south is known for many things and one of the best things the region is…
Opinion: Jurors deserve our appreciation. Here’s how courts can show it.
Doryn Danner Glenn By Doryn Danner Glenn “You have been summoned for jury service.” The feelings…
There are 11 Myths That Non-Texans Firmly Believe About Texas
Even native Texans believe a couple of these.
More gun reform legislation presented by state Sen. Gutierrez alongside Uvalde families
AUSTIN – Several families of the Uvalde victims were in Austin alongside state Sen. Roland Gutierrez…
What’s in a hat? Trinity head coach wears 11-year old Giants cap for luck
SAN ANTONIO – Trinity head coach Cameron Hill has one of the best winning percentages in…
Whataburger eliminates corporate jobs in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio-based Whataburger reorganized its corporate structure last week, resulting in a wave…
Medical examiner identifies man shot, killed inside vehicle on city’s West Side
SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified a man shot and killed…
I-10 East at Loop 1604 reopen after major crash
SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE: The highway has since reopened following a major crash on I-10 East…
17-year-old boy wounded in apparent drive-by shooting on East Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A 17-year-old boy was wounded in an apparent drive-by shooting on the city’s…
U.S. makes deals with smaller Pacific nations as its relationship with China worsens
The agreements with smaller countries are designed to expand American influence in the region, solidify existing…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives
Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing…
Texas lawmakers file bills to improve broadband, water infrastructure
Speaker Dade Phelan announced additional priorities for the Texas House on March 6, four days before…
A new Texas bill seeks vote on state’s independence from US
Once again, a bill filed in Austin aims to give Texas voters a choice on whether…
Texas Republicans and Democrats coalesce around proposals to expand paid parental leave
A measure to establish paid parental leave for state employees is making its way through the…
Texas prepares its biggest bond deal ever to bail out natural gas utilities
The record $3.5 billion deal follows a two-year saga that saw Citi and UBS dumped from…
Texas DIR selects NowSecure for state entities
CHICAGO – NowSecure, a standards-based mobile app security and privacy expert has been awarded a contract…
East Texas legislator files bill proposing vote over Texas secession
Post Content Rep. Bryan Slaton, R-Mineola, who represents Van Zandt, Hunt and Hopkins counties, authored House…
Texas inmate executed for fatally stabbing wife, drowning her daughter in a bathtub nearly 14 years ago
Texas inmate executed for fatally stabbing wife, drowning her daughter in a bathtub nearly 14 years…
Mexican president: Four kidnapped U.S. citizens have been found, and two are dead
Four U.S. citizens abducted in Matamoros, Mexico, have been found, and two were dead. Mexican President…
Today on Texas Standard: Texas outlawed red-light cameras years ago – but this town still has them
Despite state lawmakers outlawing red-light cameras in 2019, the town of Leon Valley, just outside San…
Keystone’s biggest oil spill cleanup continues in Kansas
In early December 2022, the Keystone pipeline carrying crude oil from Alberta, Canada to Houston, Texas,…
Team TPR works in one of the coolest radio stations in town
I love giving the Fronteras guests tours of the Irma & Emilio Nicolas Media Center, TPR’s…
Internet Divided Over ‘One Of The Most San Antonio Things I’ve Ever Seen’
Photo: Getty Images Alright, Texas, this one’s a doozy! Texas Public Radio reporter Joey Palacios took…
Mexican president: Four kidnapped U.S. citizens have been found, and two are dead
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
Texas women, including three in Dallas, sue the state over abortion ban
The women argue confusing and conflicting language is preventing them from receiving care, putting their health…
Another kids’ theme park is being planned for North Texas
Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…
Alligator returned to Central Texas zoo 20 years after volunteer allegedly stole it as an egg
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas (KXAN) — An alligator that was reportedly stolen from a New Braunfels zoo…
Former Austin post office flipped into grocery store, restaurant and bookstore
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Woman arrested in Fayette County after 12 kilos of cocaine found in her car
FAYETTE COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A woman was arrested in Fayette County after 12 kilos of…
Largest indoor rock climbing gym in the Southwest opens in Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Rock climbing is quickly gaining traction in Central Texas. Tuesday, the largest climbing…
‘Deeply heartbreaking’: Intentional fire started at historic Black church
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Woman dead after being pulled from vehicle in Lake Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A woman was pronounced dead after being pulled from a vehicle in Lake…
Number of homes costing more than $1 million in US, Austin dropping
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Police tag dozens of abandoned cars in east Austin neighborhood
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 7, 2023. AUSTIN…
Seize your spring break with a Texas staycation
From local Arlington symphonies and cattle drives to camping in dinosaur tracks, the state has a…
Hiker collapses, dies on trail in Big Bend National Park
BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK – A woman collapsed and died while hiking a trail in Big…
Harlandale ISD to consolidate campuses following financial hardship, superintendent says
SAN ANTONIO – Harlandale Independent School District is planning to consolidate at least five elementary schools…
San Antonio’s Ready to Work program expands eligibility to include military community
SAN ANTONIO – The City of San Antonio’s Ready to Work program has expanded its eligibility…
Which types of canned tuna have lowest mercury levels?
SAN ANTONIO – Consumer Reports tested five popular canned tuna brands for mercury in a new…
SAPD called more than 100 times in 2 years to home where dogs were involved in fatal attack
SAN ANTONIO – More startling details emerge of just how many times San Antonio police were…
VIA Transit looking to develop apartments, retail space at Centro Plaza on West Side
SAN ANTONIO – For the first time, VIA Metropolitan Transit is working to develop housing near…
Bexar County commissioners hear update on property tax relief legislation at Texas Capitol
Commissioners also selected Jacqueline Lamerson as interim chief public defender based on a committee recommendation, and…
Hot Luck Fest 2023’s Lineup Is Full of Really Exciting Chefs From Texas and Beyond
Aaron Franklin’s big food and music festival’s full chef rooster (and a television star) is here…
Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives
Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing…
Texas Lawmaker Proposes Tax Break for Straight Couples Only
Republicans want to give money to straight couples with four or more kids — no gays…
Song Camp ’23 – A Texas Songwriting Workshop and Recording
Write with the pros in studio at Lucky Run Studio in Houston, Texas and walk away…
HR 508 Introduced
Congratulating the football team from South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas on winning the 2022…
HB 500 Introduced
Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
Cemetery Posts Personal Ad for Lonely Goose Whose Mate Died–and they Find a Match
A cemetery manager played Valentine’s Day matchmaker to a lonely widowed goose whose mate passed away.…
Hidden Corridor Discovered Inside Great Pyramid of Giza by Non-invasive Imaging Tech
A new corridor measuring about 30 feet was discovered recently in the biggest of the three…
Toll Brothers Announces Two New Collections Coming Soon to Harvest Master Plan in Denton County, Texas
ARGYLE, Texas, March 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder…
Amazon Is Creating a Texas Town With a Tex-Mex/Barbecue Restaurant, Bars, and a Gas Station Mini-Mart for SXSW
Hotel San Jose will become Prime, Texas with a bunch of themed bars, food, and pies;…
Get lucky with these North Texas St. Paddy’s Day events
Who needs a leprechaun when you’ve got Art&Seek to find all the best St. Patrick’s Day…
HR 512 Introduced
Congratulating Mariachi Grulla de Plata from Grulla High School in Rio Grande City on its performance…
HR 511 Introduced
Congratulating Mariachi Cascabel from Rio Grande City High School on its achievements at the 2023 UIL…
HR 483 Introduced
Congratulating Rose Benavidez on her inauguration as chair of the Association of Community College Trustees Board…
HR 318 Introduced
Recognizing March 7, 2023, as University of Houston-Clear Lake Day at the State Capitol.
HR 169 Introduced
Commemorating the bicentennial of the establishment of the office of constable in Texas.
HR 146 Introduced
Commending the Texas chapters of Blue Star Mothers of America for their important work.
HR 136 Introduced
Congratulating the Marvels of Irving and Marvels of MAS robotics teams on their achievements.
Texas women denied abortions sue the state
Five Texas women who were denied abortions despite serious complications have sued the conservative US state,…
7 Amazing Women From Texas Who Made Their Mark In Music
Check out these pioneering women in music during National Women’s History Month
Scotty McCreery Helps Raise $30K For Texas Food Bank
Scotty McCreery is using his voice for a good cause. Videos by American Songwriter Videos by…
HR 456 Introduced
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Tyler Junior College Apache Band and Apache Belles.
HB 1570 Introduced
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.
HB 1520 Introduced
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of…
HB 1515 Introduced
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office.
HB 900 Introduced
Relating to the regulation of books sold to or included in public school libraries.
HB 16 Introduced
Relating to the adjudication and disposition of cases involving delinquent conduct, certain juvenile court proceedings, and…
HB 15 Introduced
Relating to the creation of the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas.
Globally renowned Texas winemaker uplifts Hill Country with new vineyard and tasting room
One of Texas’ most acclaimed winemakers is stomping on new grounds. William Chris Wine Company has…