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Texas school district responds to student fentanyl deaths with outreach and a new video campaign
For many Texas parents, the warnings about the synthetic opioid fentanyl have been terrifying. But for…
Former Texas Tech coach Mike Leach leaves behind legacy of ‘ambition and guile’
Mike Leach, the one-time head coach at Texas Tech and most recently at Mississippi State, died…
Black houses are so hot right now. But are they hotter?
Driving around the Govalle neighborhood in East Austin, it doesn’t take long for Forrest Maldonado to…
Texas fights federal rule that would outlaw LGBTQ discrimination in state adoptions and foster care
Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the federal government to preserve Texas’ ability to include religious…
Children’s hospitals are struggling to cope with a surge of respiratory illness
Waiting for their turn in the ER, dazed-looking parents in winter coats bounce crying children in…
Public may order free COVID tests by mail again, just in time for the holidays
Americans can order four more free COVID-19 tests through the mail, starting on Thursday. It’s part…
You can now get more free at-home COVID-19 tests from the government
The administration is putting personnel and equipment on standby should they be needed to help overwhelmed…
Tyler Perry opens up about past suicide attempts after learning of Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ death
Perry said he was shocked to learn of tWitch’s death and he wanted to share his…
Federal Reserve announces 7th rate increase of 2022
Though smaller than the Fed’s previous three-quarter-point hikes, its latest move will further heighten the risk…
Arizona driver cited for carpooling with inflatable Grinch
While the gag may have caused the officer’s heart to grow, it did not stop the…
Graphs show dramatic change in real estate trends in San Antonio, Bexar County in 2022
The real estate market has been fiercely hot and somewhat volatile since the start of the…
Parents and survivors of mass shooting at Robb Elementary to appear before Congress
The hearing is called “Examining Uvalde: The Search for Bipartisan Solutions to Gun Violence.” WASHINGTON D.C.,…
Childhood BMI chart revised in response to massive child obesity
In recent decades, severe obesity among children in America has nearly quadrupled, experts said. WASHINGTON —…
USCG: 2 men aboard sailboat traveling to Florida rescued 200 miles east of Delaware
Kevin Hyde, 64, and Joe DiTommasso, 76, gained the attention of the Silver Muna crew by…
KSAT poll shows majority of people want horse-drawn carriages banned in downtown San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – When it comes to a proposal to ban horse-drawn carriages in San Antonio,…
Here’s what the fed interest rate hike means for you
SAN ANTONIO – The Fed did it again. On Wednesday afternoon, the Federal Reserve announced it…
Former SAPD officer fired for feces sandwich ‘released from employment’ in Floresville, mayor says
SAN ANTONIO – The controversy surrounding an officer fired from the San Antonio Police Department for…
MacArthur HS teacher accused of having improper relationship with student released from jail
SAN ANTONIO – A MacArthur High School teacher arrested for sexually assaulting one of her students…
Boy, 12, critically injured after sister stabs him with kitchen knife, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – A 12-year-old boy is fighting for his life after San Antonio police said…
Funerals planned for Southern University marching band members killed in a crash while coming home to North Texas for winter break
Police said a driver was distracted while driving an 18-wheeler into a car where the men…
Man dies after being stabbed on Northeast Side, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – A 62-year-old man has died at an area hospital after he was stabbed…
1 person shot by police, hospitalized after Fort Worth car chase
Fort Worth PD said officers were responding to a stolen vehicle call at a local automotive…
‘The city will never be the same’ Fort Worth community leaders sound off while awaiting the verdict in Aaron Dean’s murder trial
Many in Fort Worth are concerned about the impact the verdict could have on the city,…
Earliest Evidence of Modern Humans in Europe Dates back 65K years–After Jaw Bone is Discovered in Spain
A re-examination of a hominid jawbone found over 100 years ago in Spain may have just…
30% of Barbados Seas to be Protected Under “Blue Bond” Financing That Saved The Seychelles
As part of a debt-for-nature refinancing program, the island nation of Barbados is set to unlock…
Twitter changes rules, suspends account tracking Elon Musk’s jet
“Any account doxxing real-time location info of anyone will be suspended, as it is a physical…
West Texas parents are suing their schools over racism as others demand action over antisemitic bullying
School leaders have said they don't tolerate racism and that they regularly train teachers how to…
Thieves steal catalytic converters from vehicles at emergency response company on NE Side
SAN ANTONIO – An emergency response headquarters on the city’s Northeast Side is the latest target…
Veterans Treatment Court judge serves last graduation docket after presiding 10+ years
SAN ANTONIO – Hundreds of veterans who commit a crime are given a chance to clean…
Alamo Colleges expands free tuition program to all Bexar County ISD schools
Every senior enrolled in a traditional public school in Bexar County is now eligible for free…
Yes, wages have grown faster than prices in the last several months
Inflation outpaced wage growth for the first half of 2022, but President Biden claimed the trend…
Pelosi portrait unveiled, historic 1st of a female speaker
Pelosi is not just the first woman to hold the gavel but among the most consequential…
Gov. Greg Abbott appoints new El Paso district attorney
Abbott announced Wednesday that the veteran lawyer Bill Hicks will serve the last two years of…
Gift ideas for foodies for under $20
Is there a chef or wannabe chef on your holiday gift list? Or maybe you need…
8-year-old brings loaded handgun, knives to SCUCISD elementary school; parents react to investigation
SCHERTZ, Texas – Schertz police are investigating after a third-grade student brought a loaded handgun and…
As lawmakers ramp up ‘invasion’ talk, migrants in El Paso instead search for places to sleep
On Wednesday morning just blocks away from the international bridge in downtown El Paso, Henri and…
Governor Abbott Appoints Hicks As 34th Judicial District Attorney
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Bill D. Hicks as the District Attorney of the 34th Judicial…
National Guard member deployed for Operation Lone Star stabbed while off duty in Mexico
The service member is expected to recover.
Governor Abbott Signs Economic Partnership Agreement With Finland
Governor Greg Abbott today hosted Minister for Development Cooperation Foreign Trade of Finland Ville Skinnari, Ambassador…
What happens when you call 911? KSAT Explains
Three numbers you hope to never need: 911. However, at that moment when you do, you’re…
Medical examiner identifies body of man found in ditch in southwest Bexar County
A man’s body that was found in a ditch in southwest Bexar County has been identified…
A special flight out of Houston aims to redefine who can be an astronaut
(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Science K.…
Far from Qatar, fans in Morocco’s diaspora are celebrating a historic World Cup run
Morocco’s success at the World Cup has turned the Atlas Lions into a Cinderella team, winning…
France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues
AL KHOR, Qatar — France is heading back to the World Cup Final and aiming to…
Mother remembers daughter who was murdered ahead of first birthday without her
Veronica Sanchez was killed 10 months ago and her mother, family and the community are doing…
Yes, some snow globes contain a toxic chemical used in antifreeze
“It does not take ingesting more than a few laps of ethylene glycol to potentially be…
France beat Morocco 2-0, advance to World Cup final
Mbappé has the chance to cement his status as soccer’s new superstar when he comes up…
15-day suspension for BCSO deputy who failed to lock jail door, leading to inmate beating
SAN ANTONIO – A Bexar County Sheriff’s detention officer was suspended 15 days earlier this year…
‘I’m heartbroken’: Ellen DeGeneres, other show members pay tribute to DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss
Former coworkers, family and friends are mourning the loss of the beloved DJ and dancer Stephen…
Texas fights federal rule that would outlaw LGBTQ discrimination in state adoptions and foster care
Texas allows limits on who can decide to help LGBTQ couples seeking to foster or adopt.…
Soldiers’ Angels want to give military, veteran families a memorable holiday season
SAN ANTONIO – Soldiers’ Angels and Angel sponsors are ready to adopt a family and spread…
‘Ellen’ DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss dead at 40 after apparent suicide, report says
Beloved DJ and dancer Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who was famously known as the DJ for Ellen…
Family of man slain by Bexar County sheriff’s deputy speaks out following $1.5M settlement
On March 9, 2020, law enforcement responded to the home of Lisa and Jesus Garcia on…
WFAA investigation of shooting in group home prompts new legislation in Austin
The legislation stems from a WFAA report about the tragic story of a 27-year-old North Texas…
Texas fights federal rule that would outlaw LGBTQ discrimination in state adoptions and foster care
Texas allows religious groups that are part of the state's child welfare network to refuse to…
SAPD continues to bring holiday cheer to local families with Blue Santa program
SAN ANTONIO – The Blue Santa program is an effort by San Antonio Police Department to…
San Antonio Zoo works to save Japanese giant salamander with salamander ladders
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Zoo is working to save an ancient amphibian species that…
VIDEO: Off-duty SAFD firefighter saves curious cat trapped in Christmas lights
The following is a first-hand account from KSAT reporter Tim Gerber after a curious cat got…
SAPD internal affairs probing Helotes bar fight involving off-duty officers
HELOTES, Texas – Multiple San Antonio police officers are being investigated by internal affairs for their…
Bexar County ME’s office identifies last 2 victims in explosion at an underground home on Southeast Side
SAN ANTONIO – The last two victims who died in an explosion on the Southeast Side…
Athena Strand’s father sues FedEx, Dallas-area contractor who hired suspect in her killing
Strand’s father is suing Tanner Horner, FedEx and Big Topspin, Inc., the contractor used to hire…
Texas attorney general’s office sought state data on transgender Texans
The behind-the-scenes effort by Ken Paxton's office to obtain data on how many Texans had changed…
Residents say history of false alarms made them ignore real fire at apartment complex
SAN ANTONIO – When fire alarms sounded throughout a far Northwest Side apartment complex early Wednesday,…
San Antonio College announces second woman to be president in its history
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio College has named its newest president, and she will be the…
A lawsuit alleges a racial disparity in VA benefits and says the VA isn’t doing enough about it
Conley Monk, Jr. volunteered to serve in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He drove…
Two unclaimed $1M Mega Millions bought in Texas will soon expire
One ticket was purchased in Plano and the other was bought in Prairie View. DALLAS —…
Governor Abbott Calls For Investigation Of NGOs Aiding Illegal Crossings
Governor Greg Abbott today called for an investigation into the role non-governmental organizations (NGOs) may have…
Police: Customer shoots St. Louis KFC employee over no corn
ST. LOUIS – A KFC employee in St. Louis has been hospitalized after a customer shot…
Accidental shooting sends man to hospital in critical condition, police say
SAN ANTONIO – A man in his 20s was taken to an area hospital following an…
? Science with Sarah: Bread Fossils ??
? Watch the video of Sarah’s school science experiment here! Hello parents, teachers and students! If…
LCRA awards $23,633 grant to El Campo Emergency Medical Service
LCRA awards $23,633 grant to El Campo Emergency Medical Service New emergency equipment in command vehicles…
DFW weather updates: After multiple confirmed tornadoes, all active warnings across North Texas have expired
Here’s a look at the severe weather and the impact it had on the roads and…
Nneka Ogwumike elected to 3rd term as WNBA union president; Dallas Wings’ Satou Sabally named a vice president
Satou Sabally was chosen as one of the three vice presidents. NEW YORK — Nneka Ogwumike…
Employee Immediately Gives Her Favorite Shoes to Man Walking With Boxes on his Feet
The manager of a Minnesota liquor store was surprised to come back from lunch yesterday to…
Texas A&M Health partners with A&M-San Antonio and University Health
Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) held a signing ceremony on Dec. 1 to announce a new…
Governor Abbott Renews Wildfire Disaster Declaration In December 2022
Governor Abbott Renews Wildfire Disaster Declaration In December 2022TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…
Man shot multiple times during attempted robbery on North Side, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – A 19-year-old is hospitalized after being shot multiple times on the North Side,…
People are peeved after Pearl offers free parking for limited time, here’s why
SAN ANTONIO – Pearl officials were hoping to spread a little Christmas cheer by temporarily bringing…
At least 5 tornadoes hit North Texas amid severe storms
At least five and as many as 12 tornadoes touched down across North Texas Tuesday, causing…
Border congressmen urge Biden to extend a controversial migrant expulsion policy
Border lawmakers from Texas’ Congressional delegation have joined U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in asking the Biden…
Kirk Watson is elected mayor of Austin
Kirk Watson, a former state senator and mayor, has won the race to be Austin’s next…
Rush to install new batteries to meet power demands underway in Texas and California
Though often called the “Energy Capital of the World,” the 2021 winter storm shook Texas energy…
Grant Wahl’s wife reveals US soccer journalist’s cause of death
The family of American soccer journalist Grant Wahl, who died while covering the World Cup in…
Fire damages nail salon at Rim apartments; residents think it was false alarm
SAN ANTONIO – Due to recent false alarms, residents of a far Northwest Side apartment complex…
Softball coach arrested after having inappropriate relationship with juvenile player, Converse police says
CONVERSE, Texas – A 24-year-old softball coach was arrested after she had an inappropriate relationship with…
Northwest ISD names lone finalist for superintendent after previous hire died unexpectedly
Dr. Mark Foust has been named the lone finalist for the Northwest ISD superintendent position. He…
‘Don’t give up, have faith’: Dog Reunited with Family 7 Days After Local Volunteer Search Effort
A small army of community volunteers worked over a week to locate and rescue a lost…
KHOU 11 visits man accused of killing Migos rapper TakeOff in Harris County Jail
Patrick Xavier Clark is due in court on Wednesday. His attorneys want his bond lowered. HOUSTON…
HPD: Grand jury will determine if homeowner who shot alleged car burglar should face charges
Police said the 26-year-old woman and a man were burglarizing vehicles in the Spring Branch area…
Texas judge recommends throwing out conviction, death sentence for ‘Texas 7’ death row inmate for claims of ‘anti-Semitic trial judge’
Randy Halprin was convicted and sentenced to death in 2003 in the killing of Irving police…
Quaint cafe Cuba 1918 opens in Quintana neighborhood on Southwest Side
Editor’s note: This story was published through a partnership between KSAT and Live From the Southside,…
Opposing groups of protesters clash at drag event in downtown San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – Supporters of LGBTQ+ rights and a drag show rallied against protesters ahead of…
Cybersecurity top of mind for Alamo Regional Security Operation Center facility
Cyber security is top of mind more than a week after San Antonio-based company Rackspace fell…
Austin voters elect Kirk Watson, who served as mayor two decades ago, to lead the city again
Watson, a former state senator who was Austin's mayor from 1997 to 2001, pitched himself as…
Businesses, homes damaged as tornado hits Grapevine during busy morning rush
Sam’s Club, Discount Tire, Extra Space Storage and Grapevine Mills Mall all sustained damage, but several…
Mega Millions: Here are the winning numbers for the $400M jackpot
After an already record-setting year for lottery games, the Mega Millions jackpot is once again inching…
Texas doctor explains where and when to seek medical attention during flu, RSV season
Primary care physicians are the core of maintaining a healthy immune system but with so many…
CPS records show boy found dead in washing machine had tough life from birth
Prosecutors said Tiffany and Jermaine Thomas had a “deep hatred” for their adopted son. CPS records…
Companies say they’re being denied Texas tax breaks as a state agency is overwhelmed with applications
Hundreds of businesses have sought tax savings from the state before the Chapter 313 program expires.…
NASA rover inadvertently records sound of dust devil on Mars
A NASA rover by chance had its microphone on when a whirling tower of red dust…
With billions for broadband on the line, Texas asks federal government for more time to improve access maps
Local officials, echoing Glenn Hegar, say the current maps are flawed and the process to lodge…
Explosion that killed 4 on SE Side happened in underground home, SAFD says
SAN ANTONIO – Crews have wrapped up work at the excavation site where an explosion that…
Somber testimony heard from K-9 Chucky’s handler in fifth day of trial
SAN ANTONIO – K-9 Chucky’s life and final moments were remembered by his handler as Bexar…
Texas Biomedical Research Institute gets national recognition
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio has been recognized by a…
Store owner sounds alarm over lottery ticket thefts
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio convenience store owner says his store and others are getting…
Armed protestors gather outside San Antonio’s Aztec Theatre during Christmas-themed drag show
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
Severe storms damage homes, businesses in Wise County
Strong winds and heavy rain left damage to several homes, businesses, and other properties across Decatur.…
England Team Players Adopt ‘Big Dave’ the Stray Cat Who Made Himself a Social Media Star Like a Mascot
Football isn’t coming home for England, but the Three Lions are adding a fourth, albeit a…
Need a gift idea for a teen, young adult? Check these out.
Finding the perfect gift for teens and young adults may seem tricky. But Consumer Reports curated…
Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff presides over his last commissioners meeting
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
People in Grapevine share how they survived early morning severe storms
The weather warning sirens helped people shelter in place when early morning storms hit Grapevine. GRAPEVINE,…
Extensive Blue Ridge tornado damage reveals the more-extensive bond of family
“How many people can rely on every single one of their children and grandchildren to drop…
South Texas Blood & Tissue Center urges community to donate blood, platelets
SAN ANTONIO – South Texas Blood and Tissue Center is urging the public to donate blood…
Messi’s dream lives on as Argentina defeats Croatia to reach the World Cup final
AL DAAYEN, Qatar — Argentina and Lionel Messi have done it yet again. The South American…
The Death of Atatiana Jefferson: Both defense and prosecution rest cases in the murder trial for Aaron Dean; jury to hear closing arguments Wednesday
The defense rested its case after a day and half of testimony. FORT WORTH, Texas —…
Tornado destroys homes around Decatur
Multiple homes were reported damaged from a tornado at about 7:30 a.m. Tuesday in the area…
A spectacular meteor shower called the Geminids will peak on Tuesday evening
One of the best and most reliable meteor showers of the year will peak this week. …
Mike Leach, ex-Texas Tech head coach, dies at 61
Mississippi State coach Mike Leach confers with quarterback Will Rogers (2) during the first half…
Will Greg Abbott run for president?
After a decisive re-election win, you might expect to see Gov. Greg Abbott gearing up to…