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No intruder found at Dalton Elementary in Uvalde, officials say
UVALDE, Texas – The new year started on high alert for Uvalde CISD. Just before 3…
WATCH: Fireworks kick off new year across San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonians celebrated the new year with a boom! Many shared videos of…
Dallas couple wrongfully arrested on murder charge spent Christmas in jail
Dallas police searched their home and seized their truck and phones. DALLAS — It was just…
Buffalo woman saves a man from freezing to death in blizzard
Christmas Eve during the Blizzard of 2022 will be remembered for more than snow. It’s the…
‘I hope to accomplish justice’: Meet one of the new Bexar County criminal district court judges
SAN ANTONIO – New and re-elected Bexar County judges have been sworn-in and begin working this…
Man last seen in southeast Dallas on New Year’s Day has been found, police say
Police said Arthur Bonner was on South Buckner Boulevard near Scyene Circle at around 9 a.m.…
TSA releases its ‘Top 10 Catches of 2022’ list
TSA officers found a firearm in a jar of peanut butter at John F. Kennedy International…
Neighbors come together to help family of 7 after home destroyed in fire on New Year’s Day
SAN ANTONIO – A family of seven whose North Side home was destroyed in a fire…
North Texans remember the life of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
The Catholic Diocese of Dallas is planning a rosary vigil and memorial Mass for Pope Emeritus…
Man in custody after shooting at officer, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – One man is in custody after firing several shots at a San Antonio…
What happens if Kevin McCarthy doesn’t get enough votes to be speaker?
Many are skeptical that Republican Kevin McCarthy will reach a majority to become speaker on the…
American Airlines ground crew worker killed after being ‘ingested into the engine’ of a plane at Alabama airport
The accident grounded flights in and out of the airport for four hours on Saturday and…
Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Resources Ahead Of Storms
Governor Greg Abbott today activated state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather and flash…
Here’s what 2023 has in store, as predicted by experts in 1923
Forget flying cars. When scientists and sociologists in 1923 offered predictions for what life might look…
School counselors are underfunded and overworked, head of state group says in wake of Uvalde shooting
After the tragedy at the Uvalde’s Robb Elementary School that left at least 19 children dead,…
TCU fans opt to drive to Arizona as Southwest Airlines problems persist
“I mean, it’s an adventure,” said Kate Dykes, the wife of TCU coach Sonny Dykes. “It’s…
Property tax revision, judicial branch expansion among new Texas laws that took effect Jan. 1
While the Legislature will soon start its new session, some laws passed in 2021 are just…
Family, attorneys of man fatally shot by Hays County deputy call for release of video
KYLE, Texas – National civil rights attorney Ben Crump was in San Marcos Monday afternoon with…
Time is fleeting. Here’s how to stay on track with New Year’s goals
Time is a thief, as my Uncle Dan loves to say, and if you want to…
When someone turns 100, these volunteers are there to make sure they’re honored
Gloria Helmuth has seen the joy of what it means to turn 100. She’s not there…
Texans can clinch No. 1 overall pick in 2023 NFL Draft with loss in season finale
The Texans would clinch the No. 1 overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft with a…
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White dead at 67
His brother Verdine White announced his death, calling him a drumming prodigy who could always brighten…
Incredible Time-Lapse Shows 12,000-Ton Bridge Being Slid into Place Above Highway in Record-Setting Feat
Incredible time-lapse footage shows a 12,600-ton bridge being slid into place across a highway in a…
Man who helped discover, develop Natural Bridge Caverns dies
SAN ANTONIO – One of the people who helped discover and develop Natural Bridge Caverns in…
These Texas laws go into effect in 2023
Several Texas laws will go into effect in 2023. The laws were passed and signed during…
Time is fleeting. Here’s how to stay on track with New Year’s goals
Time is a thief, as my Uncle Dan loves to say, and if you want to…
When someone turns 100, these volunteers are there to make sure they’re honored
Gloria Helmuth has seen the joy of what it means to turn 100. She’s not there…
Calendars are for managing your time. But planners are for dreaming without limits
It’s easy to appreciate calendars for their utility. They work overtime to keep the messiness of…
More than 60,000 view Benedict XVI’s body at Vatican
Officials expected at least 25,000 people to come and pay homage, but the crowd was more…
Yes, incarcerated workers still make license plates
Inmates have produced license plates as part of prison labor programs for more than 100 years,…
Man arrested after driving stolen vehicle into Royse City Buc-ee’s, police say
The Rockwall Sheriff’s Office said they were told the suspect stole the vehicle when he left…
No, the federal government isn’t sending Americans a fourth stimulus check in 2023
Congress would need to pass legislation authorizing another stimulus check in 2023, which hasn’t happened. Since…
Missing man from Denison found; Silver Alert discontinued
Police say Richard Bruno was seen on West Crawford Street driving a gray 2015 Ford Fusion.…
Tennis great Martina Navratilova diagnosed with 2 forms of cancer
She said doctors found the “double whammy” after the November WTA Finals, when she discovered an…
Fascinating Images Show ‘Winter Wonderland’ on Mars Captured by Reconnaissance Orbiter
Fascinating images have been released that show a winter wonderland on Mars of cube-shaped snow, icy…
Governor Abbott Appoints McMichael To OneStar Foundation
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Marlene S. McMichael to the OneStar Foundation for a term set…
San Antonio artist creates holiday murals with a South Texas-inspired twist
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio-based artist Colton Valentine has completed a one-of-a-kind holiday mural downtown to…
Hays County correctional officer shoots, kills inmate trying to escape custody at Kyle hospital, officials say
KYLE, Texas – Updated on Dec. 13: The jail inmate who was shot and killed by…
Concerts happening in San Antonio in 2023
In just the first few months of the new year, local venues will be stacked with…
Man shot in Dallas on New Year’s Day; 18-year-old suspect wanted, police say
Police say Miguel Sereno shot the victim after a fight early Sunday morning. Police say a…
Moscow says Ukrainian rocket strike kills 63 Russian troops
The Kremlin signaled no letup in its strategy of using bombardments to target civilian infrastructure and…
One dead, one injured after crash near I-30 in Arlington, police say
All westbound lanes of I-30 at Fielder Road were shut down due to the investigation. Police…
Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In December 2022
Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In December 2022TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…
Historic photos show what San Antonio park looked like more than 100 years ago
SAN ANTONIO – San Pedro Springs Park is one of the oldest public parks in the…
These are the 10 richest people in the world at the start of 2023
Forbes’s real-time list of richest people shows six out of the top ten wealthiest people in…
Looted ancient sarcophagus returned to Egypt from US
Officials said the 9.5-foot coffin was trafficked into the U.S. by a network responsible for looting…
Teen shot in drive-by shooting while sitting on couch inside apartment
SAN ANTONIO – A teen was shot in the arm during a drive-by shooting while he…
Fire at vacant duplex damages home next door, displaces resident
SAN ANTONIO – A fire that started at a vacant duplex also damaged an occupied home…
Loneliness has dangerous side effects for your health
ORLANDO, FL (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Loneliness can be as detrimental to your health as smoking a…
‘I heard my baby say ouch’: 11-year-old girl dies from early morning New Year’s Day shooting
The family held a vigil for the 11-year-old girl — making sure it was open to…
Mexican authorities find strange holiday package: 4 skulls
MEXICO CITY (AP) – Authorities in central Mexico said Friday they found a strange holiday-season package…
San Antonio garden nurseries deal with frost damage, offer advice to green thumbers
Local garden nurseries are still assessing damage from the freeze of December 2022. A lot of…
Breakthrough as Cellular ‘Glue’ Heals Wounds, Potentially Regrows Nerves and Tissue With Regenerative Medicine
Typical of science fiction is the scene wherein a space warrior sustains an injury and some…
Retired SAPD officer injured in line of duty forced to wait more than a year for new teeth to be approved
SAN ANTONIO – Retired San Antonio police officer Sgt. Coy Boone was shot in the line…
Southwest Airlines agent helps San Antonio woman in hour of need
Southwest Airlines was in the news this past week for adding to a travel mess for…
San Antonio parishioners, archbishop honor late Pope Benedict XVI
San Antonio – San Antonio Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller held a special mass to honor Pope Emeritus…
TCU fans welcome home championship-bound football team
The Horned Frogs are set for a championship matchup with the Georgia Bulldogs. FORT WORTH, Texas…
Fallen San Antonio first responder to be honored nationally during Rose Parade
Asante Contreras was 20 years old when he was killed by a wrong-way driver in May…
Victim in hospital after being hit by apparent ‘falling projectile,’ Fort Worth police say
Police say that they got a shooting call shortly after midnight on New Year’s Day. FORT…
Peter Sakai begins term as Bexar County judge with a listening tour
Peter Sakai began his new term as Bexar County judge on Sunday afternoon, bringing a new…
Areas prone to flooding across East Texas
If you know of an area that causes a flooding issue, text us at (903) 600-2600…
Rare Snowy Owl Shows Up in California–First in 100 Years (WATCH)
“It’s like a Christmas present from Mother Nature,” exclaimed one onlooker. She stood among rows of…
County Judge-Elect Peter Sakai sworn into office at Bexar County Courthouse
BEXAR COUNTY – Judge Peter Sakai will be sworn into office Sunday afternoon at the Bexar…
SAFD: Two-story home destroyed in fire on New Year’s Day
SAN ANTONIO – Fireworks led to a destructive fire at a two-story home on the North…
Second-alarm fire causes gas station to partially collapse on NE Side, SAFD says
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio firefighters are working to put out a blaze at a Shell…
Man involved in standoff, hostage situation at Converse home arrested, police say
CONVERSE, Texas – A man accused of holding a woman against her will in a bathroom…
Commentary: We were all damaged by Uvalde
When news broke that there was a school shooting in nearby Uvalde, I didn’t want to…
Meet baby Avery, the first baby born in San Antonio in 2023
SAN ANTONIO – The first baby of the New Year has arrived in San Antonio! Lauren…
An inflection point for GOATs: Please quiet quit these ‘banished words’ moving forward
When was the last time you called someone a GOAT? Or declared an “inflection point,” or…
Texans routed by Jags, fall to 2-13-1
Houston could only muster a field goal, while giving up 31 to Jacksonville. Houston is still…
Potter County Judge asks state leaders to help build mental health hospital
Judge Nancy Tanner says closest current facility is 200+ miles away POTTER COUNTY, Texas — As…
Why the Rose Parade isn’t on New Year’s Day this year
The Tournament of Roses parade and Rose Bowl game typically help ring in the new year…
Travis County Judge will prioritize Mental Health Diversion Facility in 2023
Judge Andy Brown says the problem is growing and seen throughout Travis County, from overdose deaths…
‘High risk’ missing woman last seen in Denton Sunday morning
Police say Stacey Moncrief was last seen around Briar Forest Drive at 2 a.m. on New…
Police Praise Local Hero Who Broke into School to Save 24 People During a New York Blizzard
A remarkable story from the Christmas blizzard blanketing the Northeastern United States featured the kind of…
One person injured in shooting on Loop 1604, San Antonio police say
SAN ANTONIO – One person was shot multiple times on Loop 1604 early Sunday morning, according…
Officers follow blood trail to East Side apartment, find man stabbed, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – Officers responding to a fight discovered a blood trail that led to a…
What do you want to accomplish in 2023? This New Year’s resolution guide can help
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Despite infighting, it’s been a surprisingly productive 2 years for Democrats
Democrats are about to hand over the House to Republicans, and the dynamic for President Biden…
33-year-old man reported missing found safe, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – Update: The San Antonio Police Department on Sunday announced that a 33-year-old man…
As seen on TikTok: Recipes that took over the FYP in 2022
SAN ANTONIO – As the most downloaded app in 2022, TikTok took over the screens of…
Suspect wanted after ‘ongoing argument’ ends in deadly shooting, Fort Worth police say
Detectives say the victim was shot when he came to the scene to continue the argument.…
How to Have an Invincible New Year in 2023
This year, don’t set inflated goals to make up for every choice you didn’t make in…
U.S. to Eliminate Exorbitant Cost of Prison Phone Calls With New Law
A new U.S. law that will allow the Federal Communications Commission to regulate prison phone calls…
TxDOT, law enforcement step up efforts to keep drunk drivers off roads this holiday season
The “Drive Sober. No Regrets” campaign was launched this weekend and will run through Jan. 1,…
Suspect wanted after ‘ongoing argument’ ends in deadly shooting, Fort Worth police say
Detectives say the victim was shot when he came to the scene to continue the argument.…
Modest Mouse drummer Jeremiah Green dead at 45: ‘He laid down to rest and simply faded out’
Green died days after the band announced he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Modest Mouse…
Keep your resolutions in 2023 with these simple tips
Here’s how to beat the odds and stick to your New Year’s resolutions in 2023. PORTLAND,…
America’s Favorite TV Shows in 2022 Ranked in New Poll
Despite recent setbacks, a new survey suggests that Netflix is still a heavyweight contender in the…
Experts offer advice on how to ring in the New Year while living with PTSD
It’s hard to imagine moving forward without the ones we love the most — that’s the…
‘I miss him’: Daughter of road-rage shooting victim shares his memory, arrest made in case
SAN ANTONIO – Last week San Antonio police arrested 20-year-old Joe Longoria. He is responsible for…
Couple shot at in vehicle on Loop 410, suspect on the run, police say
SAN ANTONIO – Two people were shot at on Loop 410 after someone threatened them with…
These San Antonio restaurants, bars and parks are celebrating New Year’s Eve with fancy parties, dinners and fireworks
SAN ANTONIO – Several places around San Antonio are planning on starting the new year off…
Nonprofit empowers people to overcome obstacles with employment opportunities
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A non-profit has discovered a way to help the disenfranchised secure a…
San Antonio archbishop pays tribute to Pope Benedict XVI
SAN ANTONIO – Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller is honoring Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who passed away Saturday…
Catholic Diocese of Dallas reacts to death of Pope Benedict
Leadership from the Diocese of Dallas reflected on Benedict’s life Saturday, offering a statement to WFAA.…
North Texas woman urges people to think twice before drinking and driving this NYE after losing loved ones in deadly crash
The driver who killed Leddy Harris’ loved ones is serving an 18-year prison sentence for his…
1 taken to hospital after White Settlement crash involving motorcycle
White Settlement Police said a pickup truck at the scene failed to yield the right of…
McDonald’s Workers Open Their Restaurant as a 24-hour Storm Shelter During Blizzard in North East
When three employees of a New York McDonald’s were forced to accept the fact that they…
Teen shot while sleeping on East Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A 16-year-old girl was shot in the arm while sleeping on the city’s…
The future of migrants in El Paso remains uncertain as border restrictions continue
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Dallas police arrest suspect tied to fatal shooting
The store clerk and a bystander were shot during a fight in the parking lot with…
The Top 10 Acts of Kindness in 2022 Warmed Our Hearts and Restored Our Faith in Strangers and Neighbors
An act of kindness is like lighting a candle in a dark room, reminding everyone that…
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…