Yes, candidates can still win after conceding an election

Candidate concessions aren’t legally binding and don’t impact the official vote count. The concession speech has…

Here’s why we still don’t know what went wrong in Harris County on Election Day

The state's biggest county has no central system for tracking problems, so it still can't say…

Cowboy Breakfast may not happen next year due to lack of funds, organizers say

SAN ANTONIO – Citing increased expenses and less donations, the annual Cowboy Breakfast may be canceled…

Elizabeth Holmes sentenced to 11 years in prison for Theranos fraud

Updated November 18, 2022 at 5:59 PM ET Elizabeth Holmes, once seen as a Silicon Valley…

53 dogs that survived a plane crash are now up for adoption

A plane flying from New Orleans to Wisconsin crashed Tuesday morning just outside Milwaukee. In it…

Governor Abbott Renews Border Disaster Declaration In November 2022

Governor Abbott Renews Border Disaster Declaration In November 2022.TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…

Operation Lone Star Escalates Unprecedented Border Security Efforts

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…

Governor Abbott Renews COVID-19 Disaster Declaration In November 2022

Governor Abbott Renews COVID-19 Disaster Declaration In November 2022.TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…

Texas energy officials’ proposal to overhaul the power grid is drawing skepticism

In the wake of the deadly 2021 winter storm, the Texas Legislature ordered an overhaul of…

Gov. Greg Abbott embraces “invasion” language about border, evoking memories of El Paso massacre

In the days since Abbott was reelected for a third term, he has embraced the word…

New home building permits continue to slide in most DFW cities

Permits to build houses in are down 38% in Celina, 32% in Frisco, and 26% in…

NASA Awards Extension for Space, Earth Science Data Analysis Contract

NASA has awarded a six-month extension to ADNET Systems Inc. of Bethesda, Maryland, for the Space…

Crime stoppers offering reward for information related to deadly bar shooting

SAN ANTONIO – Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying and locating the suspect,…

City of San Antonio Animal Care Services offers Thanksgiving tips for pet owners

SAN ANTONIO – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the City of San Antonio Animal Care…

Military City, USA? New study explores how San Antonio supports troops, veterans, and military families

The report takes a holistic look at the lives of the military community in Greater San…

Texans affected by pollution from concrete plants push state agency to tighten regulations

As the state’s environmental agency weighs new pollution limits on the plants, several lawmakers have filed…

Pitcher Carlos Rodon represents best fit for Rangers this winter

The Texas Rangers are in the process of building their starting rotation and free agent left-hander…

NASA Awards Contract for Liquid Helium Acquisition at Kennedy

NASA has selected Air Products and Chemicals, Inc of Allentown, Pennsylvania, to supply 33 million liters…

Viral video of a chimpanzee reuniting with her newborn is making people cry happy tears

A mother chimp and her baby are going viral after Sedgwick County Zoo posted a video…

H-E-B to launch brand merchandise shops across Texas

H-E-B fans, get excited. Celebrating its 117th anniversary, the grocer has launched its first brand shop.…

San Antonio Spurs settle with therapist who accused player Josh Primo of exposing himself to her

Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…

DOJ names Jack Smith as special counsel to oversee Trump criminal investigations

Updated November 18, 2022 at 3:08 PM ET Attorney General Merrick Garland has named the Justice…

US attorney general names special counsel to oversee Trump-related investigations

Though the appointment installs a new supervisor atop the probes, the special counsel will still report…

Adorable Grandmother Took Notes During 30 Marvel Superhero Films so She Can Relate to her Grandkids

A grandmother was filmed taking notes during a Marvel superhero movie marathon, which at this point…

Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of Federal Assistance After Severe Storms In North Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved his request…

Texas Again Breaks All-Time Record For Total Jobs

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas' continuing strong jobs growth following employment releases from the Texas…

A 2019 force-feeding of an Indian asylum-seeker at an El Paso ICE facility was caught on tape

The footage, obtained by The Intercept, lifts the veil of secrecy on a practice condemned by…

Texas oil and gas agency investigating 5.4 magnitude earthquake in West Texas, the largest in three decades

The quake was the third largest in Texas history, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. An…

Special counsel will oversee Justice Department’s Trump investigations

(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Susan Walsh…

Pass the potatoes! The most and least popular Thanksgiving side dishes in Texas, other states

With all the talk about higher prices for turkeys and all the trimmings, you might want…

Taylor Swift breaks silence on Ticketmaster controversy

Taylor Swift is speaking out for the first time about the controversy surrounding ticket sales for…

Hakeem Jeffries makes historic bid to lead House Dems after Pelosi

The new generation wasted no time preparing to take their place after Pelosi’s announcement she’d relinquish…

Dallas County court building evacuated, closed for the day after reported bomb threat, officials say

Just after 8:10 a.m., the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a bomb threat at…

San Antonio Pets Alive waives adoption fees for dogs and puppies through Black Friday

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Pets Alive is waiving adoption fees for dogs and puppies through…

5,000 square foot outdoor ice skating rink opens in downtown San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio holiday tradition is returning for a third season but this…

Las Palapas to open restaurant in Schertz

San Antonio-based Las Palapas restaurant is adding Schertz to its growing list of new locations. Construction…

Texas 1-year-old survives freak accident that caused six skull fractures

“Pretty much everyone said God had his hand over his head,” said Kendall Macek, his mother.…

Two Texas A&M Health faculty named Regents Professors

Texas A&M System Regents last week named two Texas A&M Health faculty members as Regents Professors…

Governor Abbott Appoints Duvak To Texas Industrialized Building Code Council

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Devin Duvak to the Texas Industrialized Building Code Council for a…

Investigators searching for cause of fire in vacant apartment that also damaged neighbors’ homes

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – A Northwest Side apartment that was supposed to be vacant suddenly had…

Documentary about murdered Army specialist Vanessa Guillen debuts on Netflix

A documentary following the life and death of 20-year-old Army specialist Vanessa Guillen debuted on Netflix…

Texas children’s hospitals head into winter with surge of RSV cases

It’s a common respiratory virus that presents with cold-like symptoms, including coughing, congestion and fever. In…

Texans affected by pollution from concrete plants push state agency to tighten regulations

ARLINGTON — Deirdre Diamond is frustrated and concerned that another concrete batch plant is coming to…

Texas Rangers to host 2024 All-Star Game at Globe Life Field

Arlington’s entertainment District and Fort Worth will host a majority of the events during All-Star Week.…

Texas food bank lines near pandemic highs, and organizations ask state lawmakers for help

Prices at the grocery store are up about 13% over last year. It’s even worse when…

McKinney High School lockout lifted as officers search for bank robbery suspect, police say

Police said the lockdown was put in place as a precaution while officers search for the…

Buc-ee’s breaks ground on its largest service station in the country

In 18 months, the largest Buc-ee’s in the country will return home. LULING, Texas — The…

25-year-old woman dies in Mexico while traveling with friends

The family of Shanquella Robinson is asking Mexican officials to thoroughly investigate her death. CHARLOTTE, N.C.…

POV: COVID-19, RSV and the flu are straining health care systems

Every fall and winter, viral respiratory illnesses like the common cold and seasonal flu keep kids…

Audio shows DPS was aware children were trapped in Robb Elementary 30 minutes before classroom was breached, CNN reports

New audio obtained by CNN shows the Texas Department of Public Safety was made aware that…

Spirit Airlines lands in San Antonio, announces two new routes for travelers

SAN ANTONIO – Spirit Airlines is now taking off and landing at the San Antonio International…

Man shoots stepfather during fight at East Side home, police say

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are searching for a man who they say shot his…

Remembering Sen. Robert F. Kennedy who would have turned 97 this weekend

(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations History Kyle…

When turkey met cranberries — a dinner date from the 1700s

Were turkey and cranberry sauce on the table at the first Thanksgiving? There’s plenty of supposition,…

Federal trademark board rules Mariah Carey is legally not the Queen of Christmas

(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Arts &…

Which missing people become national news?

National news outlets in the United States have a long history of devoting a disproportionate amount…

FIFA bans beer sales at Qatar’s World Cup stadiums in a last-minute reversal

DOHA, Qatar — Two days before the world’s biggest sporting event is set to begin, FIFA…

Dallas police officer arrested on domestic violence charge, officials say

The arrest stemmed from “an off-duty domestic incident,” police said. No other details were released. DALLAS…

No, the nutrients in potatoes and apples aren’t all in the skin

If you were ever made to eat the skin of a potato or apple because that’s…

Hubble Views a Billowing Cosmic Cloud

A small, dense cloud of gas and dust called CB 130-3 blots out the center of…

2 Viking Swords Buried Upright May Have Been a Guide to Odin and Valhalla – Discovered By Road Crew

Swedish archeologists have unearthed two Viking swords from a burial mound in which they had been…

Repairing gut saves brain function after stroke

Stroke is a leading cause of death, dementia and serious long-term disability. According to the American…

Bluey’s Big Play is coming to San Antonio this December

SAN ANTONIO – Bluey the beloved blue heeler is coming to San Antonio with her family…

Sudden reversal at World Cup just 2 days before it starts

The decision to ban the sale of all beer with alcohol at World Cup stadiums comes…

Maryland, Oklahoma Students to Hear from Space Station Astronauts

Students from Maryland and Oklahoma will have the opportunity next week to hear from astronauts aboard…

Adopt a child or senior in need this Christmas through Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program

SAN ANTONIO – The Christmas trees are decorated and the angels have been placed, waiting to…

Twitter offices closed after Musk’s ‘hardcore’ ultimatum sparks more resignations

New owner Elon Musk gave them a choice to pledge to “hardcore” work or resign with…

Still the King: Here’s how much it costs to see George Strait in Fort Worth

Strait is playing two nights in Cowtown. Both have astronomical prices. FORT WORTH, Texas — It…

Residents at Northwest Side apartment complex evacuated due to fire

SAN ANTONIO – Residents at a Northwest Side apartment complex had to leave their units on…

Woman grazed in the head after person opens fire at North Side home with infant inside

SAN ANTONIO – A woman was injured Thursday night after someone fired into a North Side…

Student loan forgiveness: Biden administration to ask Supreme Court to intervene

It’s currently unknown whether 40 million borrowers who were promised student loan relief will have to…

SAFD investigating cause of North Side house fire

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Fire Department is investigating the cause of a North Side…

Questions, speculations remain as search for missing people continues in Bandera County

Four people were reported missing in Bandera County from April to August. So far, three bodies…

Protein Changes in Blood Could Become New Test for Catching Breast Cancer Up to 2 Years Early

Newly discovered protein changes in the blood could pave the way for a new test to…

“I’ll still be sharing Lexi’s story”: Mother of Uvalde victim vows to remain politically engaged

Some parents and family of the students killed at Robb Elementary in May campaigned for Democrats.…

Texans affected by pollution from concrete plants push state agency to tighten regulations

As the state's environmental agency weighs new pollution limits on the plants, several lawmakers have filed…

San Antonio Zoo Lights returns on Nov. 19

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Zoo’s annual Christmas celebration returns bigger and brighter than ever…

Photos show picturesque fall foliage at Texas State Parks

SAN ANTONIO – The “peak” fall foliage season has finally reached the Lone Star State. The…

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…

Truck crash shuts down I-45 in southern Dallas County

Texas Department of Transportation cameras showed heavily damaged tractor-trailers blocking the roadway. DALLAS COUNTY, Texas —…

North Korea fires missile with range to strike entire US

This is North Korea’s second major weapons test this month that shows its determination to perfect…

Rural communities struggle to offer help to youth on the verge of the fentanyl epidemic

Seguin – The fentanyl epidemic is at the doorsteps of rural communities, where getting support and…

Robert B. Green historical building deemed unsafe following earthquake damage

SAN ANTONIO – The Robert B. Green historical building in downtown San Antonio has been deemed…

Keller community holds vigil for Dallas air show plane crash victim

The Keller community held a vigil for Army Veteran Terry Barker outside of Keller city hall…

Man caught sending explicit messages online to someone he believed was an underage girl, SAPD says

SAN ANTONIO – A 40-year-old man is behind bars after San Antonio police said he sent…

Dallas man who caught Aaron Judge’s record-breaking HR ball turns down $3 million offer, attorney says

The man’s attorney told WFAA the ball will be headed to an auction in New York.…

Colorado Legalizes Psychedelic Mushrooms–And They Might be Growing in Your Own Garden

A November 8th referendum legalized possession and use of psychedelic mushrooms in Colorado, making it the…

The latest victim from House GOP’s election night: impeachment

Some Republicans had eagerly awaited their chance to impeach President Joe Biden and members of his…

UT System approves commitment to free speech, even if most students find that speech “offensive” or “immoral”

The Board of Regents adopted the Chicago Statement, a free speech policy created by the University…

Six arrested after deputies rescue 11 migrants being held at West Side home, Sheriff Salazar says

Six men were arrested on a slew of charges after deputies found 11 migrants being held…

TxDOT launches ‘Drive Sober, No Regret’ drunken driving prevention campaign ahead of the holidays

SAN ANTONIO – The holiday season is quickly approaching and with that comes the harsh reality…

She has an extensive and successful coaching record. Now this assistant coach is joining the Dallas Wings in effort to bring a championship to DFW

“Coach Trammell is so well respected within our league, as a person and as a coach,…

FBI arrests Denton County fire chief for allegedly stealing from firefighter pension fund, sources say

The chief had resigned from his position weeks before his arrest. ARGYLE, Texas — Agents with…

In rare move, evidence from separate charge allowed in trial of man accused of permanently disabling 4-month-old son

SAN ANTONIO – A rare procedural move played out in a Bexar County Courthouse Thursday in…

Woman forced six migrants into manual labor for ‘slave wages’, sheriff says

A 52-year-old woman accused of forcing six migrants into manual labor for low wages was arrested…

How did a gun get into a group home for people with intellectual disabilities? Turns out, it’s legal.

Chapter 1 A Shooting Chapter 2 Early years…

Tarrant Area Food Bank gives away 5,000 Thanksgiving meals for families in need at AT&T Stadium

Tarrant Area Food Bank distributed about 5,000 holiday meals to people struggling this year with their…

NASA, Japan Announce Gateway Contributions, Space Station Extension

NASA and the Government of Japan on Thursday announced further contributions by Japan to Gateway, a…

NASA to Provide Update on Orion Ahead of Powered Outbound Moon Flyby

NASA will host a news conference at 5 p.m. EST Friday, Nov. 18, from the agency’s…

Acting Uvalde police chief during Robb Elementary shooting resigns

Lt. Mariano Pargas was one of the nearly 400 law enforcement officers who responded to the…

Man who drove off elevated I-35 ramp, killing passenger, will be charged with murder, sheriff says

SAN ANTONIO – A man who lost control of his car and drove off an elevated…

Acting Uvalde police chief on day of school shooting steps down from position in wake of scrutiny, city officials confirm

UVALDE, Texas – The acting Uvalde police chief on the day of the Robb Elementary School…

Russia sends Brittney Griner to a penal colony

MOSCOW — U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner has arrived in a prison colony in the Russian…

Uvalde county commissioner who was acting police chief during school shooting retires from force

(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Jack Morgan…

Florida Paramotor Pilot Helps Save Woman Clinging to Submerged Car That Crashed into Canal –WATCH

A paraglider out for a routine flight spotted a woman clinging to her submerged vehicle in…

Governor Abbott Names Pate Chief Of Staff

Governor Greg Abbott today announced Gardner Pate as Chief of Staff, effective today. Governor Greg Abbott…

Do not use these bounce castles, e-skateboards, regulators warn after deaths reported

SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning families to stop using…

Josh Primo accuser, Spurs agree to settle lawsuit

The woman accusing former San Antonio Spurs guard Josh Primo has agreed to settle the lawsuit…

SAPD, Crime Stoppers searching for suspect in robbery on Southwest Side

SAN ANTONIO – Crime Stoppers is seeking help from the public in identifying a man wanted…

Uvalde officials promised a 60-90 day timeline for police review. Now there is no timeline for completion.

UVALDE, Texas – After Uvalde city officials told residents this summer a review of its police…

James Webb telescope spots galaxies near the dawn of time, thrilling scientists

New baby pictures of the universe, taken by the James Webb Space Telescope, show that galaxies…

Wimbledon will allow women to wear colored undershorts, in nod to period concerns

Wimbledon’s famously strict rules requiring all-white clothing for its players now comes with an exception: female…

What Greg Abbott’s decisive win over Beto O’Rourke portends for his third term in office

An unprecedented pandemic that shut down the state economy and killed thousands of Texans. A power-grid…

Donald Trump said he won all of Texas’ border counties. He didn’t

(C) 2022 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Border &…

Ticketmaster canceling next Taylor Swift concert ticket sale

The announcement comes days after Ticketmaster sold over 2 million tickets to Swift’s 52-date stadium tour,…

Dallas drive-thru donation event to bring coats, pants, blankets for homeless people

You can bring your donations to OurCalling Wednesday morning on Cesar Chavez Blvd in Dallas. DALLAS…

Aaron Dean’s defense attorneys call high-profile witnesses in another attempt to get trial moved out of Tarrant County

Dean’s attorneys believe statements made by city officials and news coverage following Jefferson’s death were prejudicial…

Governor Abbott Announces Next In Statewide Small Business Series: Bryan/College Station

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next in the statewide 2022 Governor's Small Business Series to…

Over 2,000 students get hands-on manufacturing experience through St. Philips College

Manufacturing programs at St. Philip’s College are giving students the opportunity to get hands-on learning and…

TxDOT begins construction on FM 1103 expansion project

TxDOT has started construction on a $39.2 million project that will enhance transportation in the San…