BLOG: Severe weather rolls through parts of Central Texas

This blog is no longer being updated. AUSTIN (KXAN) — Severe storms are moving across Central…

Vinyl records have made a major comeback, and the Austin Record Convention has felt it

AUSTIN (KXAN) — They’re everywhere. At bookstores, on merch tables at concerts, there are even entire…

GOP Nevada Gov. Lombardo Tries to ‘Get S*** Done’ With Election Reforms Over Democrat Resistance

After giving the State of the State address in January, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo (R) famously…

Fox Counsel Sends Letter to Dominion, Demanding Company ‘Investigate’ if It Leaked Confidential Documents

In mid-April, Fox Corporation and Dominion Voting Systems settled out of court in a defamation lawsuit…

Feel-Good Friday: The First Down Syndrome Barbie Doll Reflects That Life Is Winning

A few weeks ago, Mattel unveiled its first Down syndrome Barbie doll. This is a cause…

Saturday’s coronation brings back memories of 1986 royal visit to San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO – After a brief visit in 1977, the future King Charles III returned to…

2 men charged in cold case murder from May 2022 in Southwest Bexar County, sheriff says

Just over a year after a man’s murder in Southeast Bexar County, sheriff’s deputies have made…

SAPD, Crime Stoppers asking for tips on Market Square Fiesta shooting suspect

SAN ANTONIO – Editor’s note: We previously reported that the woman involved was a suspect, as…

Friends, family to host reopening fundraiser campaign for East Side shoe shop destroyed by fire

An East Side small business owner is asking for the public’s help to reopen his decades-old…

Texas investigates hospital over care for transgender minors

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas hospital’s care for transgender minors is being investigated by state…

DHS Secretary reaffirms feds will use ‘expedited removal’ of migrants when health order expires

The Biden administration doubled down Friday on its intent to rapidly deport migrants who cross the…

Texas petrochemical plant fire sends 5 workers to hospital

HOUSTON — Fire erupted at a petrochemical plant in the Houston area Friday, leaving five workers…

Austin Police Oversight: What you need to know heading into Election Day

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin will vote on two individual police oversight measures Saturday. The two measures,…

Fun facts about UT as May 2023 commencement ceremonies kickoff

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Beginning Thursday, the graduating class for May 2023 walked the stage at The…

APD seeking help identifying armed suspect who robbed, pepper-sprayed store employee

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Austin Police Department said it was searching for an armed suspect who…

What’s going on with this year’s Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally?

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The owner of the Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally said this year’s event…

Texas petrochemical plant fire sends 9 workers to hospital

Officials say nine workers were released after undergoing precautionary medical evaluations after a fire erupted at…

Massive explosion and fire at Deer Park oil plant in Texas, air monitoring is being conducted

Olefins unit at Shell Plc's (SHEL.L) chemical plant in Deer Park, Texas leaves six people injured…

HB 1043 House Committee Report

Relating to a prohibition against covenants not to compete for certain low-wage employees.

HB 198 House Committee Report

Relating to vehicle safety inspections of certain travel trailers.

HB 20 House Committee Report

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state,…

SB 1615 Enrolled

Relating to the cosmetology licensure compact.

HR 1502 Introduced

In memory of Captain Jamie "Bull" Graham of the McKinney Fire Department.

HR 1479 Introduced

In memory of Alan D. Vera of Houston.

HR 1463 Introduced

In memory of Andrew McCord Gilchrist of Houston.

HR 1449 Introduced

Honoring Admiral David C. Tyson Jr. of the Texas Navy for his contributions to the Richardson…

HR 1446 Introduced

Commending Isabelle Azmoodeh for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative…

HB 1240 House Committee Report

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to…

HB 1232 House Committee Report

Relating to the powers and duties of certain prosecutors and authorized peace officers of the offices…

HB 1164 House Committee Report

Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients.

HB 905 Engrossed

Relating to credit toward a defendant's sentence for time confined in jail or prison before sentencing.

HB 698 Engrossed

Relating to the remote participation of certain persons in a proceeding for the issuance or modification…

HB 636 Engrossed

Relating to the applicability to election judges of a prohibition on the carrying of a concealed…

HB 601 House Committee Report

Relating to deceptive, unfair, or prohibited practices by an insurer.

HB 380 Engrossed

Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website databases containing…

HB 139 House Committee Report

Relating to the provision of notice of certain proposed rules by state agencies.

HB 30 Engrossed

Relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, and prosecutorial records under the public information law.

City of San Antonio to hold workshops to help homeowners lower property taxes

SAN ANTONIO – The City of San Antonio, Neighborhood and Housing Services, is hosting workshops to…

Juvenile in custody after leading San Antonio ISD police on chase in stolen vehicle

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Independent School District police arrested a juvenile Friday afternoon after a…

Dozens of migrants found overheated, dehydrated in train car in Kinney County

KINNEY COUNTY, Texas – Dozens of migrants were found overheated and dehydrated in a train car…

Crime Stoppers offers reward up to $5k for information regarding murder of SA man

SAN ANTONIO – Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information related…

Jury finds man guilty of murder in 2021 shooting at Northwest Side motel

SAN ANTONIO – Update (May 5, 2023): A man has been found guilty of murder after…

How to easily make your savings account grow

SAN ANTONIO – If you have money sitting in a savings account, now is a good…

Texas Standard for May 5, 2023: Cloud seeding has never been proven, but drought-stricken Mexico is ready to try

Mexico’s agriculture ministry is trying its hand at cloud seeding, an experimental technique to induce precipitation…

San Antonio prepares to assist migrants when Title 42 expires

San Antonio will become a major hub to meet the humanitarian needs of a greater number…

‘A Day With No Words’ can be full of meaningful communication

(C) 2023 Iowa Public Radio Donate Available On Air Stations SCHEDULES NPR’s Sacha Pfeiffer speaks…

NASA Invites Media to Next SpaceX Resupply Launch to Space Station

Media accreditation is open for SpaceX’s 28th commercial resupply mission for NASA to the International Space…

NASA, Rocket Lab Update Launch Coverage for Tropical Cyclones Mission

After the previous launch target date changed due to weather conditions in New Zealand, NASA and…

Did you know 1 in 6 Americans has a substance abuse problem? Here’s what to look out for

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Department of Health and Human Services reported earlier this year that 16.5%…

Inside 6 of the most expensive homes for sale in North Texas right now

Six of the most expensive homes in Dallas-Fort Worth right now include 4231 W. Lawther Drive,…

Dallas-Fort Worth hot spots rack up 14 accolades at 2023 Texas Travel Awards

Some of the best attractions in the state are in Dallas-Fort Worth and surrounding areas, according…

SB 2171 Enrolled

Relating to the qualifications of experts in certain health care liability claims.

SB 1741 Enrolled

Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize…

SB 1469 Enrolled

Relating to requiring certain information before being employed by a child-care facility.

SB 1332 Enrolled

Relating to the provision of funding to the Texas Historical Commission for state historic sites.

SB 929 Enrolled

Relating to the notice and compensation a municipality must provide before revoking the right to use…

SB 593 Enrolled

Relating to an independent assessment of the Health and Human Services Commission's and the Department of…

SB 49 Enrolled

Relating to crime victims' compensation.

North Texas sheriff’s office gets backlash after warning of possible drug use at music fest

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office plans to send undercover officers to Flow Faire, which will be…

Governor Abbott Appoints Five To Trinity River Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Greg Wassberg and reappointed John Jenkins, Robert McFarlane, M.D., Will Rodgers,…

Operation Lone Star Readies Security Forces Ahead Of Title 42 Ending

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

Governor Abbott Celebrates Courage Of New Graduates At DPS Ceremony

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated new law enforcement graduates who answered the call to serve and…

HB 1833 Engrossed

Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of criminal mischief involving a public power…

HB 1794 Engrossed

Relating to funding for The University of Texas at Tyler's school of pharmacy.

HB 1760 Senate Committee Report

Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing a weapon in certain prohibited places associated…

HB 1528 Engrossed

Relating to magistration proceedings for criminal defendants and the retention of related records, to services and…

HB 1255 Senate Committee Report

Relating to limitations periods in arbitration proceedings.

HB 1105 Engrossed

Relating to the administration of a medication and the ordering and administration of an immunization or…

HB 1074 Senate Committee Report

Relating to construction of certain laws prohibiting discrimination, distinctions, inducements, rebates, and certain other conduct related…

HB 609 Senate Committee Report

Relating to the liability of a business owner or operator arising from the exposure of an…

HB 591 Senate Committee Report

Relating to an exemption from the severance tax for gas produced from certain wells that is…

HB 242 Senate Committee Report

Relating to liability for the donation and distribution of feminine hygiene products.

Mental Illness Shouldn’t Land You in Jail

In February, Christine fought the devil at her boarding home in Austin.  At the time, she…

Lawrence Jones Provides Definitive Commentary on Woke Dems’ Sick Politicization of Jordan Neely’s Death

On Monday, 30-year-old homeless man Jordan Neely was subdued by multiple passengers on a subway in…

Fox News Tells Media Matters to Stop Making Tucker Carlson More Popular

All week, Media Matters has been posting videos of Tucker Carlson speaking with his show staffers…

Cancel Culture Has Jumped the Fat, Overweight Shark In a New Attack On ‘Bluey’

We live in a very strange time when counterintuitive thinking is considered the height of enlightenment.…

Virtue at 220mph: Lewis Hamilton to Wear Rainbow Helmet in Miami Grand Prix

“Gentlemen, shut up and start your engines.” It would be fun to hear, but it wouldn’t…

Man surrenders after shooting at deputy constables, triggering short standoff in Kirby, BCSO says

KIRBY, Texas – A 31-year-old armed man who was barricaded inside an RV surrendered to law…

Election results for New Braunfels, Boerne, Alamo Heights, Kerrville and other area cities for May 6, 2023

Several cities and towns outside of San Antonio have local elections on May 6, including Alamo…

Election results for San Antonio-area school districts, bonds for May 6, 2023

Several area school districts have major bonds on the ballot for the May 6 election, including…

Election results for San Antonio City Council, Mayor, Proposition A for May 6, 2023

Saturday’s election includes 10 San Antonio City Council districts, mayor and the contentious Proposition A. Live…

All election results for San Antonio area for May 6, 2023

San Antonio voters will decide whether to re-elect Mayor Ron Nirenberg, vote in at least two…

Prisoners in cages doesn’t violate policy because there is no policy, says Texas official

A Texas state prison was found holding men in spaces without bathrooms, beds or water access…

30 A?os: An Oral History of Latino USA

On May 5th, 1993, the first episode of Latino USA aired on more than 50 public…

Think Science live Q&A to explore dementia in South Texas – UT Health San Antonio

Texas Public Radio will partner with UT Health San Antonio to serve the community at the…

North Texas fitness influencer who allegedly scammed customers settles with state

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Eyes on Ice

Curtis Flack (left) and Paul von Hardenberg inspect the ice formation on the spinner of an…

World’s Tallest ‘Hempcrete’ Building in South Africa Captures More Carbon than it Emits

With breathtaking views over Table Mountain, the world’s tallest building made of industrial hemp is set…

Formerly Homeless Hero Stops Runaway Baby Stroller Moments Before it Rolls into Traffic

In the town of Hesperia, California, a great aunt watched helplessly as a baby stroller was…

Small Town is Giddy With Excitement That it Appears in Background of World’s Most Famous Portrait–the Mona Lisa

The Tuscan-town of Laterina is thrilled to see news that an Italian historian has determined a…

Texas House passes bill that removes Ashe Juniper tree protections, concerning environmentalists

AUSTIN (KXAN) –  A bill filed by Texas House Rep. Ellen Troxclair, (R-Austin), that would remove…

Kerbey Lane CEO – and son of the restaurant’s founders – reflects on 43 years of serving pancakes

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for May 5, 2023. AUSTIN…

Crime reduction program in works in Austin, how it’s going in Houston

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Curbing crime by meeting with violent crime victims while they’re in the hospital…

Events celebrating Cinco de Mayo in Central Texas

AUSTIN (KXAN) — If you’re looking for ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this weekend, there…

Paxton, Travis County DA quarrel over Texas Capitol protest arrest

Editor’s note: The video above is part of KXAN’s coverage following Tuesday’s protest at the Texas…

Silver Alert issued for missing elderly man out of Bexar County

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in finding an…

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a House in Texas

Discover how to buy a house in Texas: from market insights to financing options, our guide…

Dolly Parton Pop-Up Opens In Frisco, Texas

Starting May 9, 2023, prior to the start of the awards ceremony, Dolly Parton fans will…

HB 2827 Engrossed

Relating to the permitting of and performance of annual soil tests for certain concentrated animal feeding…

HB 2800 Engrossed

Relating to meetings of a county election board.

HB 1879 Engrossed

Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those…

HB 1385 Engrossed

Relating to access to criminal history record information by county offices providing pretrial release services.

HB 1009 Engrossed

Relating to criminal history record information reviews of certain individuals providing services to individuals with an…

HB 392 Engrossed

Relating to the date on which certain persons placed on deferred adjudication community supervision are eligible…

HB 33 Engrossed

Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating oil and gas operations within the State…

HB 5 Engrossed

Relating to agreements authorizing a limitation on taxable value on certain property to provide for the…

HB 3290 Senate Committee Report

Relating to the next generation 9-1-1 service fund.

HB 1901 Senate Committee Report

Relating to the filing of an annual audit report by a title insurance company, title insurance…

HB 1748 Senate Committee Report

Relating to the use of a facsimile signature on certain public securities and related certificates.

HB 1706 Senate Committee Report

Relating to the right of an insured to enter into a contract with a public insurance…

HB 1526 Senate Committee Report

Relating to parkland dedication for multifamily, hotel, and motel property development by certain municipalities; authorizing a…

Schools across San Antonio report threats; SAPD says the viral posts are not credible

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Viral social media posts threatening violence at schools across the San Antonio…

2 arrested after setting off homemade explosives in East Bexar County, authorities say

SAN ANTONIO – Two men were arrested after authorities said they set off explosives in East…

More than 300 athletes compete in the 12th annual Texas Regional Games in San Antonio

San Antonio – Hundreds of military, adult and youth athletes with physical disabilities are competing in…

16-year-old girl found dead on Northeast Side appears to have fallen from cliff, police say

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are investigating after a 16-year-old girl was found dead on…

Where, how to vote on Saturday in Bexar County for the May 6 election

Get more election coverage on KSAT’s Vote 2023 page. Bexar County will have 251 voting locations…

10 sights viewers will see at King Charles’ coronation — and 2 they won’t

This weekend’s British coronation will be about pomp, history and attempts to reflect diversity.This weekend’s British…

‘Skeleton crews:’ Union Starbucks workers say hours slashed and allege labor law violations

Workers at the Starbucks on 410 and Vance Jackson accused their manager of violating labor law…

Even Shoppers in Texas Say This Lightweight Cotton Throw Is ‘the Best’ They’ve Found for Summer

And it’s only $28.  And it’s only $28. 

COVID-19 emergency decorations expire, and individuals bear the costs of fighting the virus

While there are still tests, treatments like paxlovid, and vaccines in the national stockpile, those should…