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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…
San Antonio Spurs break ticket sales record for their historic return to the Alamodome
(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Sports Ron…
Tickets available for the Alamo Bowl, city offers park-n-ride and limited free parking
Tickets still remained at midday for the 30th Alamo Bowl at the Alamodome. Kickoff between number…
Pel?, who made soccer ‘The Beautiful Game,’ dies at 82
RIO DE JANEIRO — The soccer star Edson Arantes do Nascimento — known around the world…
The top 5 VERIFY money stories of 2022
Throughout the year, VERIFY has published stories to help you watch your wallet. Here are the…
Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king of ‘beautiful game,’ has died
The standard-bearer of “the beautiful game” had undergone treatment for colon cancer since 2021. SÃO PAULO,…
Governor Abbott Appoints Kahan To State Commission On Judicial Conduct
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Andrew "Andy" Kahan to the State Commission on Judicial Conduct for…
Operation Lone Star Gears Up For Potential Ending Of Title 42
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
Governor Abbott Grants Clemency To Two Texans Recommended By Texas Board Of Pardons And Paroles
Governor Greg Abbott today granted pardons and restoration of civil rights to the following two Texans…
Governor Abbott Announces Over $54 Million In Career, Technical Education Grants Across Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today announced 152 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling over $54…
Governor Abbott Calls For Investigation Into Atmos Energy’s Failure To Prepare For Winter Weather Event
Governor Greg Abbott today sent letters to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Railroad Commission of…
Moments in 2022 captured by members of KSAT Insider
Whether it be local weather events or cute pets, we love sharing your photos and videos…
12 high-profile trials to watch in 2023 in San Antonio
The year finished with a very busy docket and it won’t slow down in 2023. Below…
The 2022 hurricane season shows why climate change is so dangerous
In early September, a lot of people who live in hurricane-prone parts of the United States…
Research concludes low serotonin does not cause depression. What does that mean for SSRIs?
A psychiatrist and researcher in the United Kingdom led a team that analyzed 17 different reviews,…
Texas foster placement agency closes, citing increased state scrutiny and citations
The San Antonio-based nonprofit Texas Foster Care and Adoption services (TFCAS) is shutting down. The foster…
To peer into Earth’s deep time, meet a hardy mineral known as the Time Lord
The oldest known Earth stuff that remains on the surface of our planet is a mineral…
Unclaimed luggage piles up at airports following Southwest cancellations
A winter storm led Southwest Airlines to cancel thousands of flights over the holiday season at…
The Shiba Inu behind the famous ‘doge’ meme is sick with cancer, its owner says
A Shiba Inu who earned global fame for starring in a viral meme is sick with…
Six injured in shooting in Dallas, police say
The shooting happened near Scyene Road and St. Augustine Road. DALLAS — Six people have been…
It’s misleading to claim that polar bears are ‘thriving’ because of ‘increasing population’
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing…
Alaska man misses heart transplant due to flight cancellations at Sea-Tac
Patrick Holland needed to fly from Fairbanks, Alaska to Seattle for a heart transplant. After flights…
Suspect arrested, charged in drive-by shooting of 8-year-old girl, police say
The shooting happened at approximately 8 p.m. on Dec. 7 in the 6500 block of Jerrell…
23 things to look forward to in 2023
With only a few days left before the world rings in the new year, here are…
Leach Era Wins Draft & Portal Returns the Favor
In this week's tailgate we recap a chaotic week on Texas Tech twitter that ended on…
Saying Goodbye to 2022 and Texas Bowl Preview
In this episode we say goodbye to 2022 and look back on all the things we…
NASA Retires InSight Mars Lander Mission After Years of Science
NASA’s InSight mission has ended after more than four years of collecting unique science on Mars. NASA’s…
NASA to Host Media Briefing on Space Station Spacecraft Leak Probe
NASA will host a media teleconference at 11 a.m. EST on Thursday, Dec. 22, to discuss…
NASA Invites Media to Next SpaceX Commercial Crew Space Station Launch
Media accreditation is now open for the launch of the sixth SpaceX commercial crew mission to…
NASA Awards Contract for Aircraft Support Services
NASA has awarded a contract to Yulista Solutions LLC of Huntsville, Alabama, to provide support for…
Space Station Snaps Hawaii’s Volcanoes
Hawaii's big island and its two major volcanoes Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa rest under a…
Spacewalker Josh Cassada Prepares to Deploy Roll-out Solar Array
NASA spacewalker Josh Cassada prepares a roll-out solar array for its deployment on the International Space…
Apollo 8 Astronaut Bill Anders Captures Earthrise
On Dec. 24, 1968, Apollo 8 astronauts Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders became the…
Starry Wreath in Pegasus
The James Webb Space Telescope spies the spiral galaxy NGC 7469, located 220 million light-years from…
HIRISE Spots Martian Crater Deposits
This image taken by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) spacecraft's HIRISE instrument on Oct. 23, 2022,…
New Evidence Unearthed by Podcasters Frees 2 Men Wrongfully Imprisoned for 25 Years
Two men wrongfully-imprisoned for more than two decades were able to spend Christmas with their families…