How to choose the best bank for your bucks

SAN ANTONIO – If high fees, piddling interest on your savings, and poor customer service sound…

Silver Alert discontinued for missing 65-year-old Converse woman with cognitive impairment

CONVERSE, Texas – Update Jan. 30, 2023: The Amber Alert issued for a missing Converse woman…

Suspect shot by police during disturbance at West Side motel has died, BCSO confirms

SAN ANTONIO – A man who was shot by San Antonio police officers during a Jan.…

Watch opening night of San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo and the KSAT rodeo special on Feb. 9 at 7 p.m.

SAN ANTONIO – You can celebrate the kickoff of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo…

Governor Abbott Renews Severe Weather Disaster Declaration In January 2023

Governor Abbott Renews Severe Weather Disaster Declaration In January 2023TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL…

Woman shot in leg on Southwest Side, SAPD says

SAN ANTONIO – A 52-year-old woman is hospitalized after being shot on the city’s Southwest Side,…

Crucial government funding could help stop next pandemic

SAN ANTONIO – – Research on vaccines and treatments for Ebola, COVID-19 and other pathogens is…

Alamo dig ends with no sign of south wall, but there are clues to where it went

A six-week dig to find the south wall of the Alamo mission-fortress came to an end…

HB 1810 Introduced

Relating to protection from employment retaliation for reporting the existence of certain policies, patterns, or practices…

HB 1809 Introduced

Relating to the establishment of the commercial oyster mariculture advisory board.

HB 1808 Introduced

Relating to liability insurance obtained by certain peace officers for damages resulting from misconduct committed by…

HB 1807 Introduced

Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and…

HB 1806 Introduced

Relating to the prohibition of employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Photos: WWE breaks viewership record with Royal Rumble at Alamodome

SAN ANTONIO – The Alamodome welcomed thousands of wrestling fans on Saturday when WWE’s Royal Rumble…

Two teens missing in Comal County have been found safe

COMAL COUNTY – Update (Jan. 30, 2023): The Comal County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Monday that both…

Two Comal County teens missing since Thursday after leaving school have been found safe

COMAL COUNTY, Texas – Update (Jan. 30, 2023): The Comal County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Monday that…

NASA to Air Live Coverage of Spacewalk for Power System Upgrades

Two astronauts aboard the International Space Station will conduct a spacewalk Thursday, Feb. 2, to continue…

SB 657 Introduced

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Teacher Recruitment Scholarship Program and the Texas Teacher Retention…

HR 122 Introduced

Congratulating Mike Evans of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on recording his ninth consecutive 1,000-yard receiving season.

HB 1805 Introduced

Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.

HB 1804 Introduced

Relating to the instructional material list and supplemental instructional materials adopted by the State Board of…

Southwest ISD’s drone program teaches STEM, gets students job ready

SAN ANTONIO – Students at Southwest ISD are reaching new heights thanks to a school drone…

San Antonio nonprofit provides rehabilitation services, employment for blind and vision impaired

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind has been empowering the lives of…

Volcanic Plumes in Chile

Chile's Villarrica volcano emits steam and other volcanic gases in this photo taken from the International…

Significant ice expected across Hill Country this week with San Antonio at slighter risk

The National Weather Service reports significant ice accumulations are expected through Wednesday across the Hill Country,…

HR 121 Introduced

Congratulating Jeff Bonner on his retirement from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

HJR 96 Introduced

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation real property used…

HB 1803 Introduced

Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans.

HB 1802 Introduced

Relating to the compensation and professional representation of certain students participating in University Interscholastic League activities…

HB 1801 Introduced

Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of real property used to operate a child-care…

HB 1800 Introduced

Relating to standing in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.

Comal ISD high school student selected for West Point leadership program

A sophomore at Pieper High School was chosen for the 2022 Fall Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership…

Pre-K 4 SA enrollment opens Wednesday for 2023-2024 school year

SAN ANTONIO – Pre-K 4 SA will open prekindergarten enrollment for its 2023-2024 school year on…

About 3,000 Texas schools were chosen for unannounced safety audits this fall. Most passed.

However, about a quarter of the audited campuses were found to need some corrective action.However, about…

New poll shows Texans’ faith in democracy and public education is declining

The latest results from a Texas Lyceum poll show an erosion of trust in some of…

An online petition protesting H-E-B’s new COVID absence policy is almost at its goal

The coworker.org petition claims the San Antonio-based grocery chain replaced its previous COVID absence policy with…

HB 1799 Introduced

Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the street parking of certain…

Diver decapitated by 19-foot great white shark in Gulf of California, report says

TOBARI BAY, Mexico – A 19-foot great white shark killed a diver in Mexico earlier this…

Could taxed marijuana sales lower Texans’ property taxes?

Driving from Lubbock, it takes a little more than an hour to cross the state line…

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Texas A&M Health Hub opens family care clinic in Navasota

New healthcare opportunities have made their way to Grimes County.

Personnel moves at Boh Bros., Chaffe McCall, Xavier University

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Anti-vaccine activism melded with US antisemitism

This phenomenon is occurring through an “enabled and empowered anti-science ecosystem, with antisemitism and the targeting…

HR 120 Introduced

Congratulating Rosa Navejar on her election as board chair of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce.

HB 1798 Introduced

Relating to the development of a strategic plan for home and community-based services provided under Medicaid…

HB 1797 Introduced

Relating to public school policy regarding the prevention of heat stress.

ACS offers free, discounted dogs and cats in rodeo-themed adopt-a-thon

SAN ANTONIO – Animal Care Services in San Antonio is holding a rodeo-themed adoption event for…

San Antonio police search for missing 17-year-old girl

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit is searching for a 17-year-old girl.…

The History of Home on the Range, Official State Song of Kansas

Every year, on January 29th, Kansans living in and out of the state celebrate Kansas Day,…

Konshens The MC & Classically Dope wrap up San Antonio’s DreamWeek with unique performance

(C) 2023 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Arts &…

Columbia disaster that scuttled the space shuttle

Paris (AFP) – America may now be aiming to put astronauts back on the Moon, but…

Upland chorus frogs

The upland chorus frog (Pseudacris feriarum) is a species of chorus frog found in the United…

Columbia disaster that scuttled the space shuttle

Columbia (pictured in December 2002 during preparations for what would turn out to be its final…

With COVID lockdowns lifted, China says it’s back in business. But it’s not so easy

China is emerging from nearly three years of self-imposed isolation, which has been a drag on…

Winter Storm Warning: A look at driving conditions in North Texas this week

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TYLA Director Spotlight: Dave Hagan

Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…

Teacher Retirement System of Texas Boosts Stake in Vipshop Holdings Limited (NYSE:VIPS)

Teacher Retirement System of Texas grew its position in shares of Vipshop Holdings Limited (NYSE:VIPS -…

Southern Miss wins 67-58 over Texas State

Led by Austin Crowley’s 24 points, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles defeated the Texas State Bobcats…

Abbott at ‘Rally for Life’ in Austin: Our work is ‘not even close to being done.’

Governor calls for more funding for “alternatives to abortion” programs, and for…  Thousands celebrated last year’s…

State of Texas: ‘You’re not welcome here,’ Bill to limit TX land purchases brings backlash

AUSTIN (Nexstar) — A bill filed in the Texas Senate aims to ban citizens of China,…

Gov. Greg Abbott joins Texas Rally of Life at the State Capitol

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Governor Greg Abbott participates in the Texas Rally of Life at the State Capitol

Hundreds of anti-abortion activists gathered Saturday at the Texas State Capitol for the Rally of Life.…

‘We are the table’: Meet the history-making women controlling the most powerful levers of government

When Susan Collins first arrived in the Senate in 1997, a male colleague approached her about…

Texas Gov. Abbott’s Approval Rating Hits Historic Low. Do You Approve Of His Performance? Ash Jurberg

The latest poll by Texas Lyceum reveals a lot of pessimism from Texans. The poll asked…

State Lawmakers Push Texas-Style Business Penalties Against ESG

Republican lawmakers in several statehouses are pushing to limit access to state contracts and pension funds…

King participates in statewide conference focused on water issues

Rep. Tracy O. King formed part of the Connecting H2Opportunities meeting at the Texas…  Water issues…

KXAN Austin Launches Newsletter On Texas Politics, Government

KXAN, Nexstar’s NBC affiliate in Austin, Texas, has introduced a weekly newsletter to keep residents informed…

International Blues Challenge crowns 2023 winners from Texas, Australia and more

The annual International Blues Challenge crowned its winners Saturday night at Downtown Memphis’ Orpheum Theatre. Here’s…

“An African American Requiem” debuts in Texas at TCU

TCU hosts the Fort Worth Opera’s presentation of “An African American Requiem,” days after another report…

Governor Abbott Champions Protecting Unborn At Texas Rally For Life

Governor Greg Abbott today championed the State of Texas' enduring position as a national leader in…

Man arrested after holding teens at gunpoint, kidnapping 15-year-old girl, BCSO says

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A 35-year-old man was arrested and charged in a kidnapping case after…

San Antonio police seek information on suspect who shot at business, trailer

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are asking the public for help in identifying a suspect…

Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom signs autographs at 2023 Fan Fest

The Rangers signed the 34-year-old right-handed pitcher to a five-year contract reportedly worth $185 million in…

Fort Worth to end curfew for minors ahead of state legislative override

Fort Worth will allow its teen curfew to lapse Feb. 13 in anticipation of state lawmakers…

$224 million for ten miles of wall along Texas border. Should Abbott proceed with the wall project? Ash Jurberg

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced today that Texas was building a ten mile border wall that…

Iconic Port Aransas watering hole is saved from the waves of change

Owners of Shorty’s Place will move the structure to keep it out of the way of…

Driver arrested for intoxication assault in East Side crash, SAPD says

SAN ANTONIO – A driver was arrested for intoxication assault after a crash on the East…

TPR’s 2022 coverage of the Uvalde school shooting

The morning of Tuesday, May 24, 2022, began quietly at Texas Public Radio. The newsroom was…

Wanna bet? Texas Legislature to reconsider legalizing casinos and sports betting

Given the stiff headwinds to getting any expansion in gambling passed, sports betting and casino advocates…

Federal judge again threatens contempt-of-court fines for Texas’ slow…

The judge warned the state could be held in contempt of court for not following through…

Biden’s Justice Department Finally Stands Up to Out-of-Control Texas Judges

Trump appointees keep playing along with Texas’ brazen judge-shopping. The Biden administration finally said: enough.  As…

BREAKING! FFRF wins its lawsuit against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott – Freedom From Religion Foundation

The Freedom From Religion Foundation today won its case before an appeals court against the Texas…

Gov. Greg Abbott says he intends to keep COVID-era power for now

Gov. Greg Abbott intends to keep his pandemic-era public health disaster declaration for…  Gov. Greg Abbott…

WATCH: Human smugglers lead Texas DPS in high-speed chase, crash in Zavala County

ZAVALA COUNTY – Two women were arrested on multiple charges after they led Texas DPS troopers…

Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch

Enlarge this image Wednesday is one of Slingshot’s artists to watch this year. Zachary Chick Zachary…

WWE holds Royal Rumble with enthusiasm, nostalgia amid questions over its future

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) hosts its 36th annual Royal Rumble in San Antonio Saturday night. The…

Tell us what you want to know about property taxes in Texas

Texas lawmakers say one of the biggest issues on their minds this legislative session is property…

Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch

From distinctive, R&B singer-songwriters to rising bands making fuzzed-out country rock, this year brings a new…

NPR and APR remember the 20th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster

The windshield frame of Space Shuttle Columbia, collected by search teams following the 2003 shuttle disaster,…

Mass shootings lead to widening divide on state gun policies

As mass shootings are again drawing public attention, states across the U.S. seem to be deepening…

SAPD: Underage duo steals alcoholic beverages, fires gunshot during chase

SAN ANTONIO – Two juveniles stole alcoholic beverages from a gas station and fired a gunshot…

Border officials crack down on attempts to bring eggs into the U.S.

MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Whether it’s toilet paper during the pandemic or cheaper gas or, most…

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JCPenney partners with shelters to help senior dogs like Kofi of Texas find a home

JCPenney is partnering with local shelters around the country to help adoptable senior dogs find their…

Dirty Dozen Brass Band to appear at Texas Tech

Texas Tech University’s Presidential Lecture & Performance Series (PLPS) will host the brass band, Dirty Dozen…

Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch

From distinctive, R&B singer-songwriters to rising bands making fuzzed-out country rock, this year brings a new…

Service dog provides emotional support for UT Health East Texas EMS

Emergency responders often face high levels of stress daily, which is why UT Health East Texas…

Obituaries in Austin, TX

The Honorable Robert Dale Jones was born on October 1934 in Fort Worth, Texas and died…

Slingshot’s 2023 Artists to Watch

From distinctive, R&B singer-songwriters to rising bands making fuzzed-out country rock, this year brings a new…

With an eye on working families, Democrats launch the Congressional Dads Caucus

California Rep. Jimmy Gomez gained national attention as the House endured 15 votes to elect a…

‘The Last of Us’ creates a dystopian landscape that feels human

DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. “The Last Of Us” is a current HBO series…

Border officials crack down on attempts to bring eggs into the U.S.

MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Whether it’s toilet paper during the pandemic or cheaper gas or, most…

New Braunfels police seek voter support for creation of Crime Control & Prevention District

New Braunfels – The New Braunfels Police Association said crime is up as the population grows…

Tyre Nichols remembered as beautiful soul with creative eye

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – On most weekends, Tyre Nichols would head to the city park, train his…

North Texas city leaders react after video release in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols

DPD Chief Eddie Garcia posted a video to the department’s social media pages, calling the former…

Today on Texas Standard: What Texas’ school safety inspections found

Gov. Greg Abbott ordered random safety inspections of public schools after the deadly Uvalde mass shooting…

‘The Last of Us’ creates a dystopian landscape that feels human

DAVE DAVIES, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. “The Last Of Us” is a current HBO series…

Lowest number of veterans experiencing ‘unsheltered’ homelessness in SA, according to Point in Time Count

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has made some changes to help more veterans get off…

Civil Rights era musical with songs from legendary Jazz singer Nina Simone premieres in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO – A powerful musical set in the Civil Rights era is playing at the…

Autopsy, medical examiner’s testimony calls into question how Andreen McDonald was killed

SAN ANTONIO – A medical examiner testified Friday that the wife of an Air Force major…

New leader of Texas’ foster care system welcomed in court, but old problems persist

Stephanie Muth, the new commissioner of the Department of Family and Protective Services, was given a…

Activist group puts SAPD suspension records at your fingertips

SAN ANTONIO – A local activist group has put out a searchable dashboard of San Antonio…

Four Former UGA Riders Named 2023 NCEA Distinguished Alumni – University of Georgia Athletics

ATHENS, Ga. ---  Four former University of Georgia equestrian team members have been selected as 2023…

Expert Panel Votes for Stricter Rules on Risky Virus Research

The White House will decide whether to adopt the panel’s recommendations on so-called gain of function…

Man charged with bestiality after Instagram videos show him abusing animals, court records show

SAN ANTONIO – A man was arrested and is accused of abusing animals after someone reported…

Governor Abbott Appoints Six To Humanities Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Trasa Cobern, Amanda Nobles and April Graham to Humanities Texas with…

Man shot, killed by SAPD officer in Motel 6 parking lot identified by ME’s Office

SAN ANTONIO – A man who was shot and killed by a San Antonio police officer…

Let the good times roll! Six Flags Fiesta Texas hosts annual Mardi Gras Festival ?

Laissez les bons temps rouler! Get in the Mardi Gras spirit this season with the annual…

Texas death-row inmates sue state over solitary confinement

Male death-row inmates are suing the state of Texas for keeping them in solitary confinement. The…