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Strangest State: Petty Drama, Electric Trucks and Hungry Bears
Austin Drue Wagner / Texas Observer The unreliable Texas grid could not stop one man’s pursuit…
‘Ordered Hit’: The double life and murder of Officer Julian Pesina
The Hit A little after 10 p.m. on May 4, 2014, outside of the Notorious Ink…
Look inside 120-year-old San Antonio home on National Historic Registry
SAN ANTONIO – A nearly 120-year-old home on the National Historic Registry is for sale in…
Dos Santos’ sound is a cultural melting pot as eclectic as their Chicago home
Last April, the city of Chicago rolled out their new tourism slogan: “The Middle of Everything.”…
In a first, women’s AP Top 25 has no teams from Texas
The Texas Longhorns fell out of Monday’s poll, ending a 835-week run that had at least…
Nominations Sought for Pro Bono Awards
The State Bar of Texas Legal Services to the Poor in Civil Matters Committee and Legal…
State Bar of Texas offers free CLE webcast on succession planning essentials
Laura Gibson Editor’s Note: State Bar of Texas President Laura Gibson sent the following message to…
State Bar of Texas Hispanic Issues Section, Texas Access to Justice Foundation raise more than $46,000 with 3rd annual LAWTería game night
Co-sponsored by the State Bar of Texas Hispanic Issues Section and the Texas Access to Justice…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Michael Ritter
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
State Bar committee survey seeks to develop mentorship for people with disabilities, caregivers
The State Bar of Texas Disability Rights and Issues Committee is asking members of the legal…
Sponsored Content: 5 Steps to Kickstart Your Firm’s Cash Flow in 2023
The new year is here, and we want to help legal professionals like you increase profitability,…
State Bar of Texas announces caselaw alert partnership with Fastcase
Fastcase and the State Bar of Texas are extending their partnership to provide all active State…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Kaylie Morgan
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
Supreme Court asks Biden admin to weigh in on Florida, Texas social media laws
Supreme Court asks Biden admin to weigh in on Florida, Texas social media laws
North Texas police increased Lunar New Year security after California mass shooting
North Texas police increased Lunar New Year security after California mass shooting
Lone Star letdown: In 1st, no Texas teams in poll
Lone Star letdown: In 1st, no Texas teams in poll
Texas’ First Muslim Representative in Texas House goes to work
Texas’ First Muslim Representative in Texas House goes to work
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveils committee assignments with only one Demo…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveils committee assignments with only one Demo…
Huskies Use Texas Momentum to Offer Young Dallas Linebacker
Huskies Use Texas Momentum to Offer Young Dallas Linebacker
Supreme Court puts off showdown over Texas’ and Florida’s internet moderation bans
Supreme Court puts off showdown over Texas’ and Florida’s internet moderation bans
Most popular bread in Texas & other US states last year revealed
If you’re a carb-lover you’re going to love this story, so, let’s break some bread together.…
Central Texas cafe ranked among best pie restaurants in America by Food Network
While it’s not quite Pi Day in the USA, it’s always a welcome time to talk…
POLL ALERT: Women’s AP Top 25 has no teams from Texas for first time in its 47-year history; South Carolina, Ohio St 1-2
POLL ALERT: Women's AP Top 25 has no teams from Texas for first time in its…
Supreme Court Puts Off Considering State Laws Curbing Internet Platforms
The laws, enacted by Florida and Texas in response to conservative complaints about censorship, have been…
Editorial: Texas should stop celebrating Confederate Heroes Day
Let’s not venerate people who rebelled against the nation and fought for slavery. Texas should do away…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announces Texas Senate Committee appointments
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced his 2023 Texas Senate Committee appointments. Check out the full…
Amarillo Streaming Lawsuit to be moved back to state court
After a December 2022 recommendation to remand a streaming service-related lawsuit from Dallas Federal Court back…
Houston woman convicted of using Instagram to commit fraud
A 22-year-old Houstonian has admitted to conspiracy to commit wire fraud HOUSTON – A 22-year-old Houstonian…
With start of National School Choice Week, here’s where Texas stands on school vouchers
The issue has taken on new urgency as Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick have…
Texas This Week: Patrick Svitek on Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov Patrick’s legislative priorities
Post Content During their inaugural addresses, Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick discussed what…
New juvenile center ready to go out for bid
The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the…
Texas gymnastics superstar Simone Biles unveils new Wheaties cereal box cover
Fans of the breakfast of champions — and actual champions — are in luck, as Texas’…
County leaders put Horseshoe control items on agenda
Johnson and Precinct 4 Commissioner Dianne Anderson have put items on the… County Judge Terry Johnson…
UT students, community members protest Israeli-American Council Summit
Facing the entrance to the Fairmont Hotel, over 125 students and community members gathered on Saturday…
Company trying to fight Laredo’s water problems
Hydro Solutions came to Laredo in recent years hoping to serve locals who have faced… One…
Colonias Residents Fight Long, and Often Lonely, Fight for Basic Services
Cruz Cuellar stands next to the trailer holding the water tank that, for years, she and…
Help us identify what matters most to Texans during the 2023 legislat…
We would like to know more about what you’re seeing in your community to help guide…
Bill to ban Chinese citizens and government from buying Texas land gains steam among Republicans
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst filed a bill that would ban citizens, governments and entities from China, Iran,…
Sheriff: Suspect In California Dance Club Shooting Killed Self In Van
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna identified the man as 72-year-old Huu Can Tran and said…
The new Willie Nelson mini-series cuts a winding path through Texas
The directors of ‘Willie Nelson and Family’ talk about capturing Texas without cliché. The directors of…
ENMU Welcomes Aaron Watson to Greyhound Arena April 29, 2023
Eastern New Mexico University proudly presents Aaron Watson at Greyhound Arena on April 29, 2023, at…
Lukas Nelson Announces New Spring Tour Dates, Will Make Headlining Main Stage Debut At Billy Bob’s Texas
A RIFF on what country is really about. A RIFF on what country is really about.
Breaking Bad’s Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul in Dallas this weekend promoting tequila brand
Post Content At 11 a.m. Saturday, Cranston and Paul will be at the Total Wine store…
Plane crashes on Grand Parkway in northwest Harris County, DPS says
Post Content Officials said the plane actually hit the roof of an 18-wheeler on its way…
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New York City to use Brooklyn Cruise Terminal to house asylum seekers: ‘Our city is at its breaking point’
New York City, which says it has seen 41,000 asylum seekers arrive since last spring, is…
Ground-breaking 3-D 2-Story Texas Home Is First To Be Printed in the U.S. Herbie J Pilato
We’ve been watching movies in 3-D for decades. But living in 3-D homes in reality, after…
Longhorns Expected to Hire Austin LBJ Coach Jahmal Fenner Sr As Director of High School Relations
The Longhorns have found a replacement for Chris Gilbert, in Austin LBJ’s Jahmal Fenner Sr. The…
Manu Ginobili autographed memorabilia to be auctioned to support Spurs Youth Basketball League
SAN ANTONIO – Spurs Give, the nonprofit arm of Spurs Sports & Entertainment is auctioning off…
Seguin police warn of gift card scams affecting elderly residents
SAN ANTONIO – The Seguin Police Department is warning people about a rise in gift card…
LCRA awards $25,000 grant for new sign at Riverbend Park
LCRA awards $25,000 grant for new sign at Riverbend Park New arched, lighted sign will make…
LCRA, City of San Saba award $25,000 grant to help with emergency responses
LCRA, City of San Saba award $25,000 grant to help with emergency responses New off-road utility…
LCRA awards more than $985,000 in community grants
LCRA awards more than $985,000 in community grants Funding for 46 projects will help first responders,…
Refill of Lake Marble Falls set to begin Monday, Jan. 16
Refill of Lake Marble Falls set to begin Monday, Jan. 16 All equipment should be out…
LCRA begins major improvement project at Wirtz Dam
LCRA begins major improvement project at Wirtz Dam Project will replace dam’s 10 floodgates with new…
Montana Students to Hear from NASA Astronaut on Space Station
Students from the Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County in Ronan,…
Feds won’t demand recall of Ford SUVs after six-year investigation
The probe into complaints of sickness and crashes covered nearly 1.5 million Explorers from the 2011…
Police: 16-year-old girl found in Oak Cliff creek was murdered by 22-year-old boyfriend
The affidavit said Arturo Flores showed “no emotion and seemed indifferent” about his girlfriend’s murder while…
Why is my tax refund so low this year?
As tax filing season begins, you should know that the IRS has warned refunds may be…
Two killed in crash after driving off from street takeover, Fort Worth police say
Police said the vehicle sped off from the takeover when officers showed up. Shortly after, the…
Two people hit by car while fighting in street, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – Two people fighting in the middle of the street were hit by a…
‘They’re on big fire’ Air traffic audio details plane crash on Grand Parkway
Officials said the plane actually hit the roof of an 18-wheeler on its way down. No…
UT Dallas instructor skydives toward a world record
Vanessa Shirazi was part of a team that set a world record late last year. DALLAS…
AP sources: Biden to pick Zients as his next chief of staff
Biden’s current top aide, Ron Klain, is preparing to leave the job in the coming weeks.…
Daughter of No. 2 House Democrat arrested during clash with Boston cops
Katherine Clark acknowledged the incident in a tweet Sunday that quickly went viral.
RNC’s leadership fight gets ugly as MAGA supporters upend vote for chair
Friday’s vote for RNC chair serves as the latest high-profile leadership test for a deeply divided…
Bucs’ Brady fined over $16K for illegal tackle during playoff loss to Cowboys
The NFL says Tom Brady was given the hefty fine for trying to trip a Dallas…
Help us identify what matters most to Texans during the 2023 legislative session
We would like to know more about what you're seeing in your community to help guide…
In Texas’ first post-Roe legislative session, there’s a new political power dynamic on abortion
While Democrats and the far-right edge of the Republican Party remain focused on abortion, leaders in…
Scholar Athlete: Michelle Perales, Highlands High School
SAN ANTONIO – Meet Instant Replay’s newest Scholar Athlete of the Week, Michelle Perales of Highlands…
San Antonio bar owner fights back against threat of eminent domain
Another battle is taking place on the grounds of the Alamo, but this one is between…
Funeral held for woman officials say was decapitated by her husband
Family, friends and the community gathered to honor Anggy Diaz’s life with music, prayer and a…
‘He was my rock’: Mother of 17-year-old killed outside Fort Worth Whataburger speaks out
Zechariah Trevino was the teenager who was killed in a shooting across from Paschal High School…
Girls missing from McKinney found, AMBER Alert canceled; family says they are safe
An AMBER Alert for two sisters has been canceled. MCKINNEY, Texas — Two missing girls who…
IN PHOTOS: Aftermath of Lunar New Year festival shooting in California
MONTEREY PARK, Calif. – A mass shooting during Lunar New Year celebrations in Los Angeles claimed…
Deputies searching for 27-year-old man last seen in far South Bexar County
A search is underway for a 27-year-old man last seen in far South Bexar County, according…
What you need to know before first day of tax filing season
San Antonio – Monday is the first day of tax filing season, and experts said this…
WATCH: Cowboys fans tailgate ahead of divisional playoff game against 49ers
Dallas Cowboys fans are rallying together ahead of the team’s playoff game against the San Francisco…
Small plane makes emergency landing on Houston highway, officials say
HOUSTON, Texas – A small plane clipped an 18-wheeler before making an emergency landing on a…
Man killed in Dallas shooting; one of two suspects found at hospital, police say
Police say the victim was shot multiple times and died in a hospital. An arrest warrant…
Bills’ Hamlin attends his 1st game since collapse, waves to fans
Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered cardiac arrest in the first quarter of the Bills-Bengals game…
Police alerted after vulture’s ‘suspicious’ death at Dallas Zoo
SAN ANTONIO – Dallas police are investigating a vulture’s “suspicious” death at the Dallas Zoo, just…
12 people injured in shooting at Baton Rouge nightclub
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) – Authorities in Louisiana say 12 people were injured in a shooting…
Nikki Haley dismisses Pompeo’s VP claims as ‘lies and gossip’
The Republican former ambassador to the United Nations also teased a presidential run during an interview…
Dark money group linked to Leonard Leo is dissolved
The conservative judicial activist used BH Fund to facilitate the nominations of conservative judges, but it…
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills…
The people of New Hampshire vs. Joe Biden
Biden wants to put South Carolina's primary first. But New Hampshire refuses to go second.
George Santos appears to admit drag queen past in Wiki post
A user with the name Anthony Devolder wrote in 2011 that they won several drag pageants.…
Supreme Court says justices ‘actively cooperated’ in leak probe
Unlike clerks and staff, members of nation's highest court were not asked to sign affidavit, marshal…
RNC chair challenger looks to Never Trumpers for a boost
Harmeet Dhillon is trying to flip votes. And she's looking at interesting factions for help.
Leading SA: Interim President & CEO of San Antonio Chamber of Commerce discusses priorities, conversations with lawmakers
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas legislative session is now underway, and big decisions in the Capitol…
Proposed Universal Studios theme park in Frisco not a done deal yet
City Council is expected to approve the project Feb. 2. FRISCO, Texas — A Universal Studios…
‘Avatar’ marks 6 straight weeks at No. 1, crosses $2 billion
You have to go back to Cameron’s original “Avatar” to find a movie that stayed No.…
Meet one of the first Muslim representatives in Texas House
Rep. Salman Bhojani also made history as the first south Asian ever elected to the Texas…
SAPD investigating after man fires multiple shots into apartment complex
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio police department is investigating after receiving multiple reports of a…
Fight starts between two women, ends with man cut across face, police say
SAN ANTONIO – An argument between two women took a turn, leaving one man hospitalized with…
Texas Republican sounds alarm on border security legislation
Congressman Tony Gonzales says H.R. 29 effectively bans all asylum claims.
Man hospitalized after being shot by neighbor while mowing lawn, police say
SAN ANTONIO – A man is recovering in an area hospital after San Antonio police said…
Fort Worth’s top cop shares what led to one of his officers shooting a domestic violence suspect
A 15-year veteran FWPD officer is on administrative reassignment during the investigation involving one man being…
Vulture dies in ‘unusual’ circumstances at Dallas Zoo, officials say
The zoo announced the death of one of the endangered vultures in its Wilds of Africa…
Rise in advanced prostate cancer has doctors encouraging proactive testing
According to the American Cancer Society, the U.S. cancer death rate has dropped by 33% since…
Man killed in far West Bexar County shooting identified by medical examiner
Update: A man killed in a shooting in far West Bexar County has been identified by…
Suspected El Paso Walmart shooter intends to plead guilty to federal hate crime charges, filing says
A motion for rearraignment was filed in court Saturday, stating Allen, Texas resident Patrick Crusius intends…
Conservative lawmakers push for review of school board group’s guidance on transgender students
Texas Freedom Caucus asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to weigh in on school board association's guidance…
Teenager found shot to death inside hotel room identified by medical examiner
SAN ANTONIO – A teenager who was found shot to death at a Northeast Side hotel…
FBI searched Biden home, found documents marked classified
The search followed more than a week after Biden’s attorneys found six other classified documents in…
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for new Woodlawn Lake dance studio, community center
SAN ANTONIO – It’s said if Berta Almaguer were still here, the San Antonio dance instructor…
Pony caught taking late-night stroll in West Side neighborhood, ACS says
SAN ANTONIO – A pony was taken in by Animal Care Services, but not before stirring…
San Antonio nonprofit hosts ‘School Discovery Day’ as part of National School Choice Week
SAN ANTONIO – The nonprofit San Antonio Charter Moms hosted “School Discovery Day” at The DoSeum…
Capital murder charge filed against suspect after Northeast Side robbery, records show
SAN ANTONIO – A man died after being shot during a robbery on the Northeast Side…
Fort Worth police officer shoots man after responding to domestic disturbance call, chief says
WFAA has sent a crew to the scene to gather more information. FORT WORTH, Texas —…
Justice Department investigating Abbott baby formula plant
The factory’s closure in February 2022 contributed to a nationwide baby formula shortage. NEW YORK —…
North Texas elementary school girl chokes on food at school, dies at hospital, district confirms
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of the scholar, her family, friends, teachers,…
Jeremy Renner says he broke 30 bones in snowplow accident
Renner spent more than two weeks in the hospital after being run over by his own…
‘Several fights’ break out after Crowley-North Crowley basketball game, superintendent letter says
The district superintendent said police were investigating the incident and all students involved would be “disciplined…
This North Texas school district just approved moving to 4-day school week, adding to statewide trend
More districts across the state have been moving to four-day school weeks. ANNA, Texas — Editor’s…
SAPD, Crime Stoppers search for driver in fatal hit-and-run
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers are looking for the person responsible for…