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Argument leads to parking lot shooting at West Side restaurant, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – An argument led to a parking lot shooting at a restaurant on the…
Police: Suspect follows man in car, shoots him in head after argument at club
SAN ANTONIO – A man was shot in the head after he got into an argument…
Trinity Metro offering free rides for those ringing in new year in Tarrant County
The transit agency said it was offering free rides starting at noon on Dec. 31 for…
New Year Horoscopes From Rob Brezsny: A ‘Free Will Astrology’
Our partner Rob Brezsny provides his weekly wisdom to enlighten our thinking and motivate our mood.…
Retired Pope Benedict XVI dies at 95
Updated December 31, 2022 at 6:40 AM ET ROME — Pope Benedict XVI, the first pontiff…
2022 was a deadly (but hopeful) year in America’s opioid crisis
When the history of America’s long, devastating opioid crisis is finally written, 2022 may be remembered…
Thinking of trying Dry January? Here’s what to know.
Experts say taking a break from booze can help your body and your mind. Are you…
Texas representative files bills to regulate corporate homebuyers
Rep. Gina Hinojosa filed two bills she says would help “level the playing field” for Texans…
Suspect shot in attempted carjacking, Dallas police say
The suspect was transported to a local hospital for treatment; two other suspects fled, police said.…
Woman, 19, shot and killed while taking down Christmas decorations, HCSO says
Deputies said a 17-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the shooting death…
2022: A year of major events
The year has felt like one major event after another. While it’s impossible to touch on…
Texas Supreme Court says it can’t force the state to process deluge of applications for tax break expiring this year
The court said it is up to the Legislature to make the call on what to…
Comfort residents determined to find ways to fund early flood warning monitor
COMFORT, Texas – A small project to document stories from the 1978 Hill Country flood has…
San Antonio rideshare drivers prepare for busy New Year’s Eve
SAN ANTONIO – Rideshare companies are gearing up for New Year’s Eve celebrations, with drivers preparing…
Barbara Walters, network news groundbreaker, dead at 93
Walters was the first female co-anchor of a network evening news program, launched a beloved daytime…
‘The Southwest Christmas that wasn’t’ Stranded passenger pens poem over cancellation experience
“With that it all started, lost luggage and lies, flight cancellations, our frustrated cries,” Blaine Moore…
Trailblazing journalist Barbara Walters has died at 93
Barbara Walters, one of the most famous American broadcast journalists, has died at the age of…
District Attorney Joe Gonzales reflects on first term, goals for second term
SAN ANTONIO – A pandemic, backlog and retaining staff have been some of the problems that…
Lytle adds new notifications to alerting system due to increased bailout activity
LYTLE, Texas – The City of Lytle has added new notifications to its public push alert…
Second driver arrested in street racing crash that seriously injured 3 people
Deputies have arrested the second driver believed to be street racing before causing a major crash…
Trump’s returns shed light on tax offsets, foreign accounts
The returns from 2015 to 2020 provide the most detailed picture to date of his finances…
Dozens of businesses promoting NYE events visited by DPD for not filing safety plans with city
New event regulations were rolled out earlier this year after 2 were killed and 16 others…
Texas liquor stores to be closed for 61 hours during 2023 New Year’s holiday
Although you won’t be able to buy liquor, it gives employees some much-needed time off as…
2022 RECAP: A look back at weather records set in San Antonio this year
And just like that, another year has come and gone! South Central Texas experienced our share…
Boil water notices lifted for communities in Bandera, Bexar, Kerr counties
About 1,500 households northwest of San Antonio are still under a boil water notice as of…
La policía de Idaho arresta a sospechoso en el caso de estudiantes asesinados
Los asesinatos desconcertaron a las fuerzas del orden y conmocionaron a la pequeña ciudad de Moscow,…
Who is Bryan Kohberger, the suspect arrested in connection to the University of Idaho murders?
The 28-year-old Bryan Kohberger was arrested in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, on Friday. MONROE COUNTY, Pa. —…
Plano police search for teen accused of spray-painting racial slurs, Bible verses on homes
Officers found 11 homes that were vandalized. PLANO, Texas — Plano police are searching for a…
Experts: Southwest’s historic meltdown was the result of ‘benign neglect’ years in the making
Up until this disastrous week, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines had braved blizzards, ice storms, hail, hurricanes, the…
Texas Matters: Uvalde, Lives Lost, Lies Told, Accountability on Hold
Over the past year Texans experienced many up and downs but there’s no doubt the worst…
Rackspace identifies hacking group responsible for early December ransomware attack
(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Technology &…
TEAMability is making great strides, challenging expectations by seeing ability first
SAN ANTONIO – For children and adults living with multiple and severe disabilities, receiving the assistance…
Mother charged in DWI death of 8-year-old daughter, records show
SAN ANTONIO – The driver who was arrested for intoxication manslaughter in a Dec. 22 crash…
Here are the top 10 local stories you clicked on this year, North Texas
From State Fair of Texas chaos to school district dress code changes, here are the top…
TribCast: Evan Smith reflects on a career of watching Texas politics and media
In this week's episode, Matthew speaks with outgoing Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith about the state…
Why scientists dug up the father of genetics, Gregor Mendel, and analyzed his DNA
When the man known as “father of genetics” turns 200, how do you celebrate? By digging…
‘Visualizing the Virgin’ shows Mary in the Middle Ages
For religious Christians, Christmas is all about Jesus Christ. But his mother Mary was busy, too,…
Here’s how to get a refund from Southwest if your holiday flight was canceled
(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Business Rick…
Flight fare prices skyrocketed following Southwest’s meltdown. Was it price gouging?
As if canceled flights and lost luggage weren’t enough of a hassle, would-be Southwest Airlines passengers…
Southwest Airlines’ #epicfail takes social media by storm
One of the most powerful things about social media is that it can take you right…
No, not everyone celebrates the start of the new year on Jan. 1
Some countries use calendars that begin the year on dates in entirely different seasons, and some…
Weatherford Police: Officers shoot and kill driver of suspected stolen vehicle after chase ends with gunshots
Police said they responded to a call about a stolen vehicle from Georgia possibly being found,…
The top 5 most-read VERIFY stories of 2022
VERIFY published hundreds of stories this year to help people distinguish between true and false information…
Weatherford police release edited video of shooting between officers and stolen vehicle suspect after Dec. 24 chase
Police said they responded to a call about a stolen vehicle from Georgia possibly being found,…
Bats Fly Again Under the Bridge Where Rescuers Found 1,500 of Them Freezing on the Ground
There are a lot of animals far easier to love and care for than bats, but…
TribCast: Evan Smith reflects on a career of watching Texas politics and media
In this week's episode, Matthew speaks with outgoing Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith about the state…
Family of Poteet officer killed in suspected DWI crash files lawsuit against driver and bar
AUSTIN – The family of a Poteet police officer who was killed by a suspected drunk…
Company Unveils Designer Hypercar that Runs on Fuel Made from Plastic
An Italian motor company has unveiled a supercar that will run on garbage. Italian supercars…
Shaq picks up Christmas Eve tab for customers at Houston deli
“You never know who will walk into Kenny & Ziggy’s. Our friend Shaq paid us a…
Idaho murders: Police to hold press conference, suspect taken into custody, sources say
Not much more information has been released, but MPD has not had a press conference since…
Man wounded, woman killed in shootout between drivers on West Side
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are investigating a shooting that left one woman dead and…
Year in Review: Some of the most-read stories on KSAT in 2022
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio and South Texas made international news multiple times in 2022. There…
In a World First, Scientists Use Artificial DNA to Kill Cancer Cells
Japanese oncologists have used artificial DNA in a whole new way to naturally kill cancer cells…
Man arrested, charged with murder in connection with road-rage shooting on South Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A man accused of shooting and killing another man during a road-rage incident…
Woman in critical condition after being hit by truck on North Side street
SAN ANTONIO – A woman who was hit by a pickup truck on a North Side…
No, mRNA doesn’t stay in a person’s body for an extended time after vaccination
The mRNA used in the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines is broken down within a few…
Deaf Austin teen stuck 1,800 miles away without luggage, cochlear implant charger after Southwest cancelations
Sanyia was left stranded at the airport without notice that her flight had been canceled and…
How to help your New Year’s hangover
ORLANDO, FL (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Many of us celebrate New Year’s Eve with a glass or…
Stranded in Snow He Uses His iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature to Lead First Responders Right to Him
The iPhone 14 has saved several lives this winter with some pretty impressive safety features that…
Woman shot in torso during argument on West Side; three people detained
SAN ANTONIO – A woman was shot during an argument between four people on the West…
WATCH: City of San Antonio’s top priorities going into Texas legislative session
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio City Council approved its legislative agenda in early November, providing…
Sundance Square in Fort Worth hosting New Year’s Eve fireworks celebration
For the first time since 2020, the New Year’s Eve fireworks show is making a comeback…
WATCH: KSAT Storytellers: 2022, the year in video
SAN ANTONIO – Watch the special on Dec. 29 at 9 p.m. on KSAT 12, on…
Uvalde pediatrician fights for gun legislation changes
UVALDE, Texas – For Uvalde‘s only pediatrician, Dr. Roy Guerrero, his desire to become a doctor…
Multiple armed robbers hijack armored truck on FM 78, steal ‘substantial’ amount of money, Converse police say
SAN ANTONIO – Multiple robbers hijacked an armored truck and stole a “substantial” amount of money…
Endangered missing alert issued for 18-year-old in Dallas
Curtis Taylor was last seen around 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29, in the 4800 block…
Southwest cancellations and the 20-hour life-lesson road trip from Texas to Orlando
Lipan High School basketball teams were forced to drive to their tournament in Florida after Southwest…
Top skywatching events of 2023 you don’t want to miss
From shooting stars to supermoons, there’s something for everyone. It’s almost 2023! The new year will…
Biden signs $1.7 trillion government spending bill
The massive 4,000-page bill wraps together 12 appropriations bills, aid to Ukraine and relief for communities…
Aloha Cowboys! Hawaiian family goes all out again with Christmas decorations for ‘America’s Team’
The Ahias went viral last Christmas after covering their house with silver and blue. This year?…
3 Love Field passengers explain Southwest flight plans for New Year’s Eve weekend
Three Love Field passengers that will be flying in three consecutive days laid out their travel…
Have you seen these men? SAPD searching for suspects involved in a robbery at Macy’s
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are seeking help from the public to identify two men…
Free unauthorized sports streams could cause big problems for fans, Consumer Reports say
Whether it’s World Cup soccer or the NFL–many fans of all different sports want to watch…
Best of KSAT Money Q&A in 2022
SAN ANTONIO – Business leaders from the San Antonio area shared some of their best advice…
Main lanes of North Loop 1604 near Gold Canyon Drive reopen after crash
SAN ANTONIO – Drivers on the north central side of San Antonio are asked to find…
Suspect in deadly hit-and-run crash arrested ahead of victim’s funeral
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police arrested a suspect in a deadly hit-and-run that claimed the…
The Texans want to hear from fans about potential uniform changes
Before the season, CEO Cal McNair said it's "definitely on the table" when he was asked…
El último adiós: Personas influyentes que murieron en el 2022
A continuación presentamos una lista algunas figuras influyentes que murieron en el 2022. Uno tendría que…
New homeowner shares concerns over milk-like water in Mabank, Texas; water company responds
Kimberly Hocknell of Mabank, Texas learned South West Water Company posted a boil water notice until…
Kind Stranger Rescues Kitty Frozen to the Ground in a Storm–and He Now Looks Amazing
Utter tragedy was avoided recently in Michigan when a good samaritan found a cat frozen to…
Operation Lone Star Takes Historic Action Throughout 2022
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
14 drinks in 4 hours: New details emerge in San Antonio City Councilman Clayton Perry’s DWI charge
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Councilman Clayton Perry consumed 14 alcoholic beverages in a four-hour time…
One driver arrested, second driver wanted in street racing crash that seriously injured 3 people
Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested one driver and are searching for a second believed to…
BCSO deputies hit streets to keep drunk drivers off roads
SAN ANTONIO – Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies are hitting the streets as they work to…
Southwest plans on near-normal operations Friday after widespread cancellations
Southwest Airlines said it expects to return close to a normal flight schedule Friday after the…
Tips on how to accomplish your New Year’s resolutions
Doctors say we may want to start by changing the way we look at resolutions. HOUSTON…
No, airlines aren’t required by law to pay for hotels and meals when your flight is canceled
Many airlines will pay for hotels and meals in the event of a flight cancellation, but…
Fashion designer Vivienne Westwood dead at 81
Westwood’s fashion career began in the 1970s with the punk explosion. She went on to have…
Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend: Ring in the New Year with these NYE parties
Whether you’re looking to take in some music, sports or celebrate at a New Year’s event,…
Suspect arrested after crashing, shooting into vehicle in Live Oak, police say
LIVE OAK, Texas – A suspect has been detained after allegedly crashing into a vehicle in…
Questions still haunt death of Texas civil rights hero-Part 3
It’s a Sunday morning and I’m standing on a front porch in Palestine, Texas with questions…
Advance bookings ‘wildly successful’ at Omni PGA Frisco Resort
The hotel and resort, as well as golf courses, restaurants, shopping and entertainment venues, will open…
Late soccer legend Pelé made his NASL debut against Dallas Tornado
In 1975, a then-34-year-old Pelé made his debut in the North American Soccer League against the…
Watch demolition of iconic Regal Fiesta movie theater sign ahead of apartment complex development
SAN ANTONIO – Koontz Corporation is transforming the iconic Regal Fiesta movie theatre and Fiesta Trail…
Windcrest Police are searching for woman accused of taking car without permission
The Windcrest Police Department is seeking help from the public to find a woman wanted for…
What questions do you have about our community? KSAT wants to explain
SAN ANTONIO – Keeping up with the breakneck, 24-hour news cycle is hard. Even for those…
Windcrest Police Department is searching for a man wanted for theft
The Windcrest Police Department is searching for a man wanted for theft. According to Police, Jose…
Kansas City Gives Jobs to its Most Vulnerable Residents—And Housing Soon Followed
In a pilot program to address the homelessness problem in Kansas City, the state gave them…
Texas GOP lawmakers warming to opioid harm-reduction policies they once opposed
Gov. Greg Abbott and other Republicans have expressed support for legalizing fentanyl test strips, which help…
Texas power grid holds amid record winter demand, but test isn’t over
At least one person died in the freezing weather. High demand for electricity is forecast to…
TribCast: What happens in Texas if Title 42 lifts?
In this week's episode, Matthew speaks with Uriel about immigration policy and the migrant crisis in…
Two Texas businessmen pitched Trump on plan to overturn 2020 election, Jan. 6 report reveals
Morgan Warstler and John S. Robison, who have ties with former Gov. Rick Perry, met the…
After underestimating power demand, Texas electric grid operator gets federal permission to exceed air quality limits
The U.S. Department of Energy granted permission for power plants to release more pollution than is…
El Paso extends emergency declaration as surge of migrants cross border amid subfreezing temperatures
For the past six months, El Paso has been the epicenter of a migrant influx that…
Buses from Texas drop off more than 100 migrants in a bitterly cold Washington, D.C., on Christmas Eve
Gov. Greg Abbott reportedly sent the migrants, who arrived at Vice President Kamala Harris' residence Saturday…
Looking back at some of The Texas Tribune’s best reads of 2022
It was another historic, news-filled year. As you get ready for 2023, check out these memorable…
Broken hearts lead to broken traditions in Uvalde as Mata family celebrates first holidays without Tess
The Matas never celebrated Day of the Dead before; this year they built an altar at…
T-Squared: John Thornton, the Tribune’s founder, is stepping down from our board after 13 years
The visionary venture capitalist had the idea for our nonprofit news org and put the people…
Jennifer Shuford named commissioner of Texas public health agency
The infectious disease doctor has been at the helm of the department in an interim capacity…
U.S. Supreme Court rules to keep Title 42, the pandemic-era policy to quickly turn away migrants, for now
The court ordered the Biden administration to continue enforcing the policy while Texas and other states…
Southwest Airlines’ holiday meltdown brings on federal investigation
The Dallas-based airline has canceled more flights than any other airline during the holidays, prompting federal…
Best of the Rest: The 2022 stories Texas Tribune journalists wish we’d had
We can't get to everything -- as much as we'd like to. Here are stories from…
Greg Abbott calls for investigation into Atmos Energy following disrupted natural gas services during freeze
Atmos, a major natural gas provider for the state, apologized for last week's service disruption that…
T-Squared: Before I go, one final pitch to support The Texas Tribune
It's been fun. It's been real. It's been a calling more than a job. And it's…
SAPD, Crime Stoppers searching for suspect in robbery of Family Dollar store
SAN ANTONIO – Crime Stoppers is seeking help from the public in identifying a man wanted…
Feud between neighbors at West Side apartment complex ends in shooting; woman taken to hospital
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police say an ongoing feud between neighbors at a West Side…
What to know about attending the Valero Alamo Bowl in downtown San Antonio
If you’re getting ready to head to the Valero Alamo Bowl Thursday, make sure you plan…
Kerrville police identify man found dead in Nimitz Lake
KERRVILLE, Texas – Update (9:50 a.m. Thursday): Police have identified a man whose body was found…
Frustrations flaring over continued boil water notices, lack of service
BANDERA COUNTY, Texas – Numerous people in Kerr, Bandera, and Bexar counties are struggling with little…