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Beloved young coach at Devine Middle School passes away after collapsing in class
SAN ANTONIO – His playful, easygoing personality made him an easy pick to be a student’s…
New year, same construction frustrations on St. Mary’s Strip
SAN ANTONIO – Weekly status update meetings are held for the St. Mary’s Strip and the…
66,000 could lose access to this Austin hospital network at the end of the month. Is your coverage changing?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas says 66,000 of its insured patients received…
These were the busiest H-E-Bs in the San Antonio area in 2022
H-E-B is perhaps the most beloved grocer in Texas and it’s the same in San Antonio.…
Travis County restaurant owner arrested on aggravated assault charges
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) – In an affidavit filed in Travis County Thursday, Jonestown Police said…
Where the Jan. 6 cases tied to Central Texas stand 2 years later
AUSTIN (KXAN) — After protesters stormed U.S. Capitol two years ago, several Austin-area suspects were charged…
DPS to fire Texas Ranger for inaction during Uvalde school shooting
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Public Safety is planning to terminate a member of…
Doctor weighs in on increase of respiratory tract viruses across San Antonio
San Antonio – A high number of flu cases are normal for this time of year…
Fire tears through South Side home, displacing 3-generation family of KSAT intern
SAN ANTONIO – Three generations of a South Side family were displaced by a fire at…
January brings discounts on home workout equipment
If you kicked off the new year resolving to get healthier and exercise more, some January…
Hot diggity dog! Oscar Mayer looks to hire Wienermobile driver
Ever wanted to travel across the country in the infamous Oscar Mayer Wienermobile? Well, your dream…
Litter of puppies recovering after lawn mower accident, donations needed for their recovery
SAN ANTONIO – A litter of orphaned puppies are recovering from injuries after being hit by…
Looking back: How top Texas legislators responded to the Jan. 6 attacks
AUSTIN (KXAN) — It has been two years since the deadly attack on the U.S. Capitol…
Student in custody after social media threats target two SAISD campuses, district confirms
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio ISD student is in custody after posting threats on social…
2023 looks expensive for construction- What that means for Austin housing
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Rising housing prices and rents aren’t going away, and one thing that could…
Watch a Jan. 24 conversation with Kirk Watson on what he plans to do as Austin mayor
Watson will also talk about what his experience in the Legislature has taught him since his…
Tim Hortons seeking franchisees in Austin metro
AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal) — Canada-based Tim Hortons Inc., known for its coffee and doughnut holes…
Man found dead at North Side home identified by medical examiner
SAN ANTONIO – Update: A man found dead at his North Side home last month has…
Risk level raised as ‘highly transmissible’ COVID-19 subvariant detected
AUSTIN (KXAN) – On Friday, Austin Public Health announced a new omicron subvariant has been reported…
Texas Bar Journal Must-Reads for January
The Texas Bar Journal starts the new year with its water law issue, priming readers on…
Hopeful Candidates Interview at Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine
More than 200 applicants visited campus this week for the final step in the school’s selection…
KSAT to launch mental wellness video podcast ‘From Living in Silence to Living Out Loud’ with host Talli Dolge
Did you know that one in five people live with a mental illness in the United…
New accordion book at UTSA celebrates Tejano music
SAN ANTONIO – A one-of-a-kind book is telling the story of South Texas accordionists and the…
San Antonio Zoo welcomes new white-cheeked gibbon
SAN ANTONIO – Meet one of San Antonio Zoo’s newest members of the year — the…
1 person killed in fiery big rig crash on Loop 410 ramp to I-35
SAN ANTONIO – One person was killed in a fiery big rig crash on Thursday afternoon…
San Antonio Justice Charter nearing signature requirement to make May ballot
The San Antonio Justice Charter, which would enshrine several criminal justice reforms into the city charter…
Aussie Dad Recovers from Brain Tumor, Stroke, and Coma in 5 Month ‘Miracle’ to Spend Christmas at Home
A family in Australia had a lovely Christmas despite the second half of 2022 bringing enough…
Green comet streaks across the sky in 2023 for first time since Stone Age
AUSTIN (KXAN) — This month there will be a once-in-a-civilization sight: a green comet named C/2022…
Chip Roy and other Texas holdouts flip votes and now support Kevin McCarthy, who remains short in speaker bid
Roy, R-Austin, as well as U.S. Rep. Michael Cloud, R-Victoria, and Rep.-elect Keith Self, R-McKinney, switched…
Texas House Democrats enter session with bipartisan hopes — and a new leader who’s prepared to fight
There are 64 Democrats in the 150-member House, one fewer than before the election. There is…
Texas Senate to ban reporters from chamber floor
The move to take news reporters off the Senate floor was implemented in 2021 as a…
January’s full Wolf Moon set to rise in the San Antonio sky Friday evening ?
Calling all lunar enthusiasts! The first full moon of 2023 will occur on Friday, January 6…
Portion of Loop 410 on South Side reopens following active police scene
SAN ANTONIO – A portion of Loop 410 on the South Side has reopened, according to…
Rackspace says user data from 27 customers accessed in ransomware attack
Rackspace Inc. announced on Thursday that personal data from 27 Hosted Exchange customers was accessed by…
NASA to Provide Live Coverage of SpaceX Cargo Craft Station Departure
A SpaceX Dragon cargo resupply spacecraft is set to depart the International Space Station on Monday,…
What are Austin Public Library’s most popular books, audiobooks?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Resolutions are abound with the start of a new year. Some people might…
‘Real Housewives’ star Jen Shah to serve prison sentence in Texas
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A judge sentenced “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” cast member Jennifer Shah…
Mailbag: Checking In
As the new semester nears, the Mailbag returns to answer an important question for parents. As the…
Man, woman arrested for shooting man found dead on side of Atascosa County road, sheriff says
ATASCOSA COUNTY – A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the death…
Sudden closure of San Marcos’ only gay bar rattles LGBTQ community
Stonewall Warehouse, the first and only dedicated gay bar in San Marcos, closed its doors Jan.…
Prepping to Study the World’s Water
The Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) spacecraft is in this early morning photo from Dec.…
British Company Develops First Tractor in the World to be Completely Powered by Cow Dung
New Holland’s brand new tractor runs on liquified methane, allowing farmers to decrease their emissions and…
More than $340 million in Texas SNAP benefits extended for January
SAN ANTONIO – The state’s health department has extended emergency Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) food…
Man who lived in funeral home limo downtown attacked with knife, police say
SAN ANTONIO – A man is recovering after being attacked with a knife outside a downtown…
Only NFL player to die on field during a game is buried in San Antonio
As reports of Damar Hamlin’s condition improve, including the fact that the Buffalo Bills safety is…
Two years after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, Texans involved face charges and prison time
Two years ago today, a mob of angry Donald Trump supporters charged through police barricades and…
Bills’ Damar Hamlin breathing on his own, team says
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is breathing on his own and able…
November joins ranks among the busiest months ever at Austin-Bergstrom Airport
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Nine of the top 10 busiest months ever at Austin’s airport were in…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Lilly To Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Kevin Lilly to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a term…
GOP Harris County judge candidate contesting her loss after Election Day problems at polling sites
Democratic County Judge Lina Hidalgo beat Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer by more than 18,000 votes.…
The U.S. job market is still healthy, but it’s slowing down as recession fears mount
The U.S. job market closed out 2022 on a high note. Employers added 223,000 jobs in…
Cardiac arrest is often fatal, but doctors say certain steps can boost survival odds
Within moments of his on-field cardiac arrest on Monday, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin was receiving…
Violence hits a Mexico cartel stronghold as the son of ‘El Chapo’ is captured
MEXICO CITY — The sun wasn’t yet up in Culiacan when David T?llez and his family…
These ‘Moonwalker’ Shoes Let You Walk at the Speed of Your Run
This summer, a pair of strap-on shoes will be available that allow you to walk at…
Texas fires men’s basketball coach Chris Beard after arrest, domestic violence charge
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The University of Texas at Austin has fired Chris Beard as its head…
Texas pre-filed bills aimed at changing voting laws
The upcoming Texas legislative session will begin on Jan. 10, and election legislation will be a…
After NFL player Damar Hamlin collapse, Texas student athlete safety back in focus
The state leads the way in student athlete safety rules, but advocates say it isn’t enough…
Surgery Expert Joins School of Veterinary Medicine
Robin Carlson will help students become confident and competent in their surgical skills. Robin Carlson will help…
Woman found with universal mailbox key, stolen mail arrested after leading deputies on a chase on Highway 90
SAN ANTONIO – Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a woman Tuesday after she led them…
Conservative group targets migrant cell phone data at NGOs, raising privacy concerns
The Heritage Foundation locked on to the locations of at least 30,000 cell phones at non-government…
Texas Disposal Systems offering Christmas tree recycling to help prevent fires
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The longer Christmas trees stay in our homes, the higher risk they have…
Is immunity debt or immunity theft to blame for children’s respiratory virus spike?
Kids seem to be catching everything and getting sicker as the pandemic enters its third winter,…
Man hospitalized, pair in custody after shooting at South Side bar, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – One man is in the hospital and two others are in custody after…
Teenager shot after fight breaks out during basketball game at North Side neighborhood court, police say
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are investigating after a teenager was shot at a North…
Late-night garage fire damages East Side home; residents unharmed, SAFD says
SAN ANTONIO – Several people are without a place to stay after a fire damaged their…
TABC launches investigation into bar accused of overserving Councilman Clayton Perry before crash
SAN ANTONIO – A bar accused of serving San Antonio Councilman Clayton Perry 14 alcoholic beverages…
Alpacas and Llamas in Cornwall Enjoy Festive Feast of Christmas Trees After Unique Recycling Appeal by Owner
After our own Christmas dinners had long been finished, some British llamas and alpacas finally got…
New Austin mayor and council members to take office Friday
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The recently elected Austin mayor and five members of the City Council will…
O. Henry Museum reopens to visitors
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A museum honoring the life and works of a legendary short story writer…
How prepared is UT to respond to emergencies when their Longhorns take the field?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — With every hit on the football field, you expect—and hope—athletes get back up.…
‘We lost everything’: Victims of Round Rock apartment fire supported by community
ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — A fire at the Terrastone Travesia apartments dealt uncertainty to the…
Free weekly wellness classes returning to Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
SAN ANTONIO – The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts is bringing back its free wellness…
Minnesota developer to build affordable apartment complex in Boerne
SAN ANTONIO – Roers Companies, a Minnesota multifamily housing developer with several projects in Texas, is…
2 injured in vehicle-tree crash in west Travis Co.
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Two people were taken to the hospital after a vehicle crashed…
Middle school teacher arrested for sending explicit messages to student, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A middle school teacher was arrested Thursday after he was caught sending explicit…
Texas has a $30B surplus. What should lawmakers prioritize?
SAN ANTONIO – Texas lawmakers will have an estimated $30 billion in surplus on the budget.…
Behind the Kitchen Door: Rodent infestations result in temporary closures of 2 restaurants
SAN ANTONIO – The health department recently suspended the licenses of two restaurants due to rodent…
Will Chris Beard’s firing impact local recruitment? Westlake coach weighs in
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The University of Texas at Austin fired Chris Beard as its head men’s…
House’s most conservative Democrat won’t help GOP elect speaker
Rep. Henry Cuellar (D, Laredo), the most conservative Democrat in Congress, says he isn’t going to…
BEST OF 2022: Uvalde football, Manu Ginobili, San Antonio FC headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the year
SAN ANTONIO – 2022 was filled with special moments that San Antonio sports fans will remember…
Texas family planning clinics require parental consent for birth control following court ruling
The Title X program has long provided free, confidential contraception to anyone, regardless of age, income…
Lubbock-Cooper ISD passed a resolution denouncing racist bullying in schools. Parents say it’s a publicity stunt.
Students reported enduring racial slurs, the sounds of whips cracking and monkey noises as they walked…
Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Biden administration over enforcement of “public charge” law for immigrants
Paxton has sued the Biden administration a dozen times over its immigration policies. Most of those…
Guadalupe County Fire Rescue is now a full-time department
Citizens in Guadalupe County now have full-time fire protection and emergency services from the county’s fire…
San Antonio nightlife, business community mourns death of influential St. Mary’s bar owner
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio nightlife and live music community is mourning the loss of…
President Biden praises work by humanitarian groups on the border
DEL RIO, Texas – Only in existence since 2019, the Val Verde Humanitarian Border Coalition reports…
Robots, AI, quirky tech products debut at Consumer Electronics Show
Innovation, some of it pretty quirky, is on full display at the Consumer Electronics Show in…
Footage shows Edgewood ISD police officer putting knee on neck of teen
SAN ANTONIO – Cell phone camera footage shows an Edgewood Independent School District Police Department officer…
As Damar Hamlin shows ‘substantial improvement,’ Buffalo Bills will play Sunday
Updated January 5, 2023 at 6:19 PM ET Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered…
Gov. Abbott wants more penalties for ankle monitor violations
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Governor Greg Abbott wants to see reform around ankle monitor violations in the…
Home sellers are giving more concessions to buyers — but not in Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A record share of home sellers nationwide are giving concessions to buyers according…
The Uncounted: People of Color Are Dying at Much Higher Rates Than COVID Data Suggest
This investigation was conducted by the Documenting COVID-19 Project at Columbia University’s Brown Institute for Media…
RGV Punk Rocker Makes It Big on the Silver Screen
When Raul Castillo saw Elegance Bratton’s name on the script for The Inspection, it sent him…
San Antonio Zoo will hold a ‘Meet Your Next Ex’ Valentine’s event
SAN ANTONIO – Get ready to mingle with singles in the Alamo City next month. The…
SAPD: Man arrested after sending explicit online messages to underage girl
SAN ANTONIO – A man accused of sending explicit messages online to a 15-year-old girl and…
UT fires basketball coach Chris Beard amid domestic violence charge
UT Austin has fired head basketball coach Chris Beard nearly a month after he was arrested…
100+ properties along I-35 are being displaced. What happens next?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Transportation released its draft environmental impact statement in late…
READ: Chris Beard’s lawyer releases statement after UT fires head coach
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Longhorns head basketball coach Chris Beard released a statement through his attorney…
Council Member Kelly and Linda Guerrero – defeated District 9 candidate – file criminal complaint against Mayor Adler
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Council Member Mackenzie Kelly and Linda Guerrero – defeated City Council District 9…
Texas Republicans urge Chip Roy and other McCarthy opponents to let Congress get to work
Texans poised to assume committee leadership are growing frustrated by Republicans blocking Kevin McCarthy’s election for…
From Loss to Learning
Kirk Balderas took one of life’s hardest setbacks and let it fuel his curiosity as an…
First Lady Abbott Announces GRACE’s Third Annual Week Of Prayer To End Human Trafficking
First Lady Cecilia Abbott today announced that the Governor's Response Against Child Exploitation (GRACE) initiative will…
Sponsored Content: 5 Benefits of Cloud-Based Calendar Software for Lawyers
As we approach the new year, it’s time to start thinking about the changes we will…
Scams continue to target Texas attorneys
Update 12/9/22: We received a report of more scams. An attorney was targeted by three scams.…
Sponsored Content: 2022 Year-End Accounting Checklist for Law Firms
At the end of this busy year, your law firm should be looking forward to some…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Tyler Granger
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
Talmage Boston receives State Bar of Texas Litigation Section’s Luke Soules Award
Talmage Boston The State Bar of Texas Litigation Section announced Dallas attorney Talmage Boston as the…
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program hosts free legal clinics in January
The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, an initiative of the Dallas Bar Association, Legal Aid of NorthWest…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Ashley Hymel
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
Fifth Circuit adopts rule change
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit adopted a change to its rules in…
State Bar of Texas Executive Committee to meet January 10
The State Bar of Texas Executive Committee will meet at 10 a.m. CST on January 10.…
Texas Bar Foundation funds clearer language for court forms
A $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation will help Texas Appleseed develop a plain language…
Students Participate in Winter 2022 Commencement
Texas Tech will hold its winter commencement ceremonies Dec. 16-17 at United Supermarkets Arena. Texas Tech will…
Texas Tech’s Innovative Doctorate in One Health Sciences Gets Final Approval
The newly developed doctoral program will enable students to engage, train and collaborate in One Health…
Mailbag: A Horse’s A**
Loveable old Will Rogers and Soapsuds take center stage in a special edition of the Mailbag. Loveable…
Rawls College Professor Warns Against Unregulated Financial Technology
Mike Mauldin believes fintech, crypto, non-banks and other unregulated entities represent substantial risk to society and…
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2022: A Year in Review
Looking back on iconic and historic moments for Red Raiders this year. Looking back on iconic and…