2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kids
Read full article: 2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kidsA Houston man pushed a wagon across Texas ā generator, food, water and all ā and passed out from the heat along the way. But he finished. And the kids in Katy are better for it.
Gov. Greg Abbott expands state disaster declaration on screwworm infestation in South Texas
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott expands state disaster declaration on screwworm infestation in South TexasA screwworm outbreak would threaten the stateās cattle industry and potentially increase already high beef prices nationwide.
The superfans known as the 'Spurs Nuns' aiming to bring divine intervention to the NBA Finals
Read full article: The superfans known as the 'Spurs Nuns' aiming to bring divine intervention to the NBA FinalsVictor Wembanyama stepped off the court for a moment before Game 1 of the NBA Finals, accepted greetings from a handful of well-wishers in San Antonio Spurs jerseys, then bowed his head to join them in a quick prayer.
New York City is in a Knicks frenzy for its beloved team's 1st NBA Finals in 27 years
Read full article: New York City is in a Knicks frenzy for its beloved team's 1st NBA Finals in 27 yearsFrom Bay Ridge to the Bronx and beyond, the Big Apple has gone nuts for the New York Knicks making their first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years.
Texas lawmakers put limits on citiesā abilities to enact progressive policies. Some want to go further.
Read full article: Texas lawmakers put limits on citiesā abilities to enact progressive policies. Some want to go further.Some Republican Texas House members floated want to give more power to the attorney general to sue cities and issue financial penalties.
NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with Wemby
Read full article: NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with WembyThe NBA banned two people for life from its arenas after one of them was arrested after running onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals and appearing to take a selfie next to Victor Wembanyama.
Commissioner Adam Silver, at finals, says NBA continues to move toward league in Europe
Read full article: Commissioner Adam Silver, at finals, says NBA continues to move toward league in EuropeThe NBA is making continued progress on its plans to start a league in Europe, Commissioner Adam Silver said before the start of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night.
Knicks beat the Spurs for the NBA Cup, but need to do it in the NBA Finals for the title they crave
Read full article: Knicks beat the Spurs for the NBA Cup, but need to do it in the NBA Finals for the title they craveThe New York Knicks declined to hang a banner after beating the San Antonio Spurs to win the NBA Cup.
Outside spending blitz defined the close of Texasā District 35 Democratic runoff
Read full article: Outside spending blitz defined the close of Texasā District 35 Democratic runoffTo counter what appeared to be a GOP push to elevate Maureen Galindo, whoād voiced antisemitic stereotypes, national Democrats carpet-bombed the San Antonio area with $1.7 million worth of ads.
Wembanyama scores 33 points to help Spurs rebound and trounce Thunder 103-82 to even West finals
Read full article: Wembanyama scores 33 points to help Spurs rebound and trounce Thunder 103-82 to even West finalsVictor Wembanyama had 33 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks and the San Antonio Spurs held Oklahoma City to its second-lowest postseason total, beating the Thunder 103-82 in Game 4 to even the Western Conference finals.
Camp Mystic chief health officerās nursing license temporarily suspended
Read full article: Camp Mystic chief health officerās nursing license temporarily suspendedThe agency said Mary Liz Eastland failed to develop adequate emergency plans before a flood killed 25 campers and two counselors last year.
Greg Abbott expands task force targeting repeat offenders from Houston to other large cities
Read full article: Greg Abbott expands task force targeting repeat offenders from Houston to other large citiesThe effort, which combines federal, state and local law enforcement, will expand to the Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio metro areas.
Texasā 35th Congressional District primary runoffs: Who is running and what to know
Read full article: Texasā 35th Congressional District primary runoffs: Who is running and what to knowTwo Democrats and two Republicans advanced to May runoffs for the open San Antonio-area seat, which was drawn to favor the GOP yet is considered winnable for Democrats in a wave year.
Wembanyama, Spurs take out frustration on Timberwolves to even semifinal series at one apiece
Read full article: Wembanyama, Spurs take out frustration on Timberwolves to even semifinal series at one apieceWhether itās chess, a drawing contest or table tennis, San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama hates to lose.
Wembanyama and Spurs rebound to hand Timberwolves largest postseason defeat, 133-95, to even series
Read full article: Wembanyama and Spurs rebound to hand Timberwolves largest postseason defeat, 133-95, to even seriesVictor Wembanyama had 19 points and 15 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs handed Minnesota the worst postseason loss in franchise history, beating the Timberwolves 133-95 to even their Western Conference semifinal series at one game apiece.
āClassic unfunded mandateā: San Antonio school districts reveal costs of new seat belt requirements
Read full article: āClassic unfunded mandateā: San Antonio school districts reveal costs of new seat belt requirementsTexas wants all school buses to have 3-point seat belts by 2029-30. But the price tag is high for local districts also facing budget challenges.
How the unreported killing of an American by ICE shattered two Texas families
Read full article: How the unreported killing of an American by ICE shattered two Texas familiesJosh Orta was the sole witness of Ruben Martinezās death to dispute the governmentās account. Months later, he died in a crash after learning an ICE agent killed his friend. Their mothers blame the government for their loss.
Harris County Pct. 3 deputy constable arrested in Seguin on public intoxication, weapons charges
Read full article: Harris County Pct. 3 deputy constable arrested in Seguin on public intoxication, weapons chargesA Harris County Precinct 3 deputy constable was arrested Monday night in Guadalupe County after authorities say he was found intoxicated and carrying a firearm near a busy stretch of Interstate 10.
Former owner of San Antonio Spurs in legal battle with ex-yacht captain; lawsuits allege drug smuggling, extortion
Read full article: Former owner of San Antonio Spurs in legal battle with ex-yacht captain; lawsuits allege drug smuggling, extortionThe former chairman and CEO of Spurs Sports & Entertainment, Peter Martin Holt, is locked in a bitter legal battle with a former employee of one of his companies.
Top Democratic PAC books $22 million in ads, Republican counterpart reserves $14 million for U.S. House seats in South Texas
Read full article: Top Democratic PAC books $22 million in ads, Republican counterpart reserves $14 million for U.S. House seats in South TexasHouse Majority PAC is targeting five majority-Hispanic seats, including the 23rd Congressional District, which was recently vacated by Republican Tony Gonzales. The top Republican group is spending $13.9 million on two seats.
Wembanyama scores 35 points in playoff debut as Spurs roll past Trail Blazers 111-98
Read full article: Wembanyama scores 35 points in playoff debut as Spurs roll past Trail Blazers 111-98Victor Wembanyama scored 35 points in his playoff debut and the San Antonio Spurs rolled to a 111-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference series.
Rep. Tony Gonzales resigns from Congress amid backlash over sexual misconduct allegations
Read full article: Rep. Tony Gonzales resigns from Congress amid backlash over sexual misconduct allegationsHouse members were set to vote this week on expelling both the San Antonio Republican and Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell. Gonzalesā announcement came shortly after Swalwell said he would step down.
Rep. Tony Gonzales could face expulsion from Congress amid furor over sexual misconduct
Read full article: Rep. Tony Gonzales could face expulsion from Congress amid furor over sexual misconductU.S. House members say they will bring resolutions to the floor this week to expel the Republican Gonzales and Democrat Eric Swalwell. Each motion would require a two-thirds majority.
Man found guilty in 2023 murders of pregnant San Antonio teen and her boyfriend
Read full article: Man found guilty in 2023 murders of pregnant San Antonio teen and her boyfriendA jury has returned its verdict in the capital murder trial ofĀ Christopher PreciadoĀ on Thursday afternoon, KSAT News reports.
Battery starts smoking on United Express flight to Houston, pilots declare emergency
Read full article: Battery starts smoking on United Express flight to Houston, pilots declare emergencyA United Express flight from Lubbock to Houston was diverted to San Antonio after a passenger's electronic device battery began smoking, prompting the pilots to declare an emergency. The plane landed safely without incident, and Mesa Airlines is assisting passengers to reach their final destinations. Lithium-ion battery failures, which can be triggered by defects, damage, or charging issues, pose safety risks on flights due to the potential for thermal runaway. The incident highlights dangers associated with portable electronic devices on airplanes.
Asylum claim denied for the family of the boy in a bunny hat detained with his father, lawyer says
Read full article: Asylum claim denied for the family of the boy in a bunny hat detained with his father, lawyer saysAn immigration judge has denied the asylum claim of the family of Liam Conejo Ramos, the 5-year-old boy photographed in a bunny hat and Spider-Man backpack as he was detained with his father during the immigration crackdown that shook Minneapolis earlier this year, a family lawyer said.
Houston businesses step up to help TSA agents affected by partial government shut down
Read full article: Houston businesses step up to help TSA agents affected by partial government shut downAs the partial government shutdown continues to impact airports across the country, TSA officers in Houston are feeling the financial strain, and local businesses are stepping in to help.
Speaker Mike Johnson and House leadership ask Tony Gonzales to drop reelection bid
Read full article: Speaker Mike Johnson and House leadership ask Tony Gonzales to drop reelection bidThe call from party leadership in Congress arrived a day after the San Antonio congressman admitted to the affair for the first time.
Redrawn to favor GOP, Texasā 35th Congressional District attracts competitive primaries in both parties
Read full article: Redrawn to favor GOP, Texasā 35th Congressional District attracts competitive primaries in both partiesPresident Donald Trump recently endorsed Air Force veteran Carlos De La Cruz for the seat Texas Republicans drew at his request. Democrats also see a chance to win in November.
Before scandal, Rep. Tony Gonzales had complicated relationship with his West Texas constituents
Read full article: Before scandal, Rep. Tony Gonzales had complicated relationship with his West Texas constituentsThe moderate Republicanās votes on gun control and marriage equality upset the regionās most conservative voters, but local officials said theyāre grateful for the work he did on public safety and health.
Rep. Tony Gonzales accuses dead stafferās husband of trying to blackmail him amid affair scandal
Read full article: Rep. Tony Gonzales accuses dead stafferās husband of trying to blackmail him amid affair scandalThe Republican congressman shared on social media an email requesting a settlement of up to $300,000 in exchange for a nondisclosure agreement.
Texas AG sues MUD, board over support for Islamic Center Project
Read full article: Texas AG sues MUD, board over support for Islamic Center ProjectTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Double R Municipal Utility District No. 2A of Hunt and Collin Counties, alleging the district and its purported officers took steps to evade state oversight and support the controversial EPIC City development.
Judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his dad released from detention in Texas
Read full article: Judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his dad released from detention in TexasImages of Liam Conejo Ramos, with a bunny hat and Spiderman backpack being surrounded by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officers, sparked even more outcry about President Donald Trump's administration's immigration crackdown.
How teaching middle school in one of Texasā poorest neighborhoods spurred James Talaricoās U.S. Senate bid
Read full article: How teaching middle school in one of Texasā poorest neighborhoods spurred James Talaricoās U.S. Senate bidTalaricoās two years as a public school teacher is central to his Democratic Senate campaign after shaping his policy goals and driving his political rise through the Texas House.
LGBTQ+ San Antonio residents criticize cityās plan to replace rainbow crosswalks with rainbow sidewalks
Read full article: LGBTQ+ San Antonio residents criticize cityās plan to replace rainbow crosswalks with rainbow sidewalksAfter a lawsuit failed to stop the crosswalkās removal, caused by a threat to funding, some residents called its replacement a consolation that ignores a larger fight in the state.
Spurs' Wembanyama doesn't expect to miss time after hyperextending knee in win over Knicks
Read full article: Spurs' Wembanyama doesn't expect to miss time after hyperextending knee in win over KnicksSan Antonio center Victor Wembanyama left Wednesday nightās rematch with the New York Knicks in the fourth quarter after suffering an apparent left leg injury, but returned to the bench in time to see the Spurs win 134-132.
Body found in San Antonio belongs to missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, authorities say
Read full article: Body found in San Antonio belongs to missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, authorities sayAuthorities confirm a body found Tuesday afternoon during a search is 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, according to KSAT.
Hill Country camps - including Camp Mystic - install new flood detection system after deadly July floods
Read full article: Hill Country camps - including Camp Mystic - install new flood detection system after deadly July floodsSix months after deadly July floods, Texas Hill Country camps are installing a new flood warning system to protect campers and rebuild parent trust.
KPRC 2 welcomes Stephania Jimenez as evening anchor for 6 and 10 p.m. newscasts
Read full article: KPRC 2 welcomes Stephania Jimenez as evening anchor for 6 and 10 p.m. newscastsStephania Jimenez, an accomplished journalist with nearly two decades of experience, will join KPRC 2 as our evening main anchor for the 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts, effective January 19, 2026.
Texas AG probe of nearly 1,000 citiesā finances to seek violations of new property tax law
Read full article: Texas AG probe of nearly 1,000 citiesā finances to seek violations of new property tax lawWhile Ken Paxton did not allege any wrongdoing, his move is intended to enforce a new law that prevents cities from raising property taxes if they fail to follow transparency requirements.
1,000 cities in Texas, including Houston and Galveston, under Paxton investigation
Read full article: 1,000 cities in Texas, including Houston and Galveston, under Paxton investigationTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a sweeping review into the financial practices of nearly 1,000 cities across the state, including major metros such as Houston, Galveston, Dallas and San Antonio, to determine whether local governments are complying with state audit and transparency laws.
Federal lawsuits challenging immigration detention flood Texas
Read full article: Federal lawsuits challenging immigration detention flood TexasThe wave of legal challenges is in response to the Trump administrationās intensified immigration enforcement and its new policy expanding mandatory detention for undocumented immigrants.
The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set: Heat-Magic, Knicks-Raptors, Suns-Thunder, Spurs-Lakers
Read full article: The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set: Heat-Magic, Knicks-Raptors, Suns-Thunder, Spurs-LakersThe NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set, with Miami facing Orlando and New York taking on Toronto in the Eastern Conference.
š San Antonio just ranked #1 in America for Thanksgiving- see why we hit the road to the Alamo City
Read full article: š San Antonio just ranked #1 in America for Thanksgiving- see why we hit the road to the Alamo CityHouston Life hit the road for a holly-jolly getaway to San Antonio ā and trust us, this city does not play when it comes to the holidays. Reporter Melanie Camp packed up the HL crew, cranked the carols, and took a holiday road trip packed with twinkling lights, festive flavors, movie-moment landmarks, and Texas-sized cheer.
NBA sees highest opening-month viewership in more than decade, record social media engagement
Read full article: NBA sees highest opening-month viewership in more than decade, record social media engagementThe NBA has announced that national games on NBC/Peacock, Amazon Prime Video, or ESPN have drawn over 60 million viewers in the first month of the regular season.
Texas man indicted on murder charge in shooting of āKing of the Hillā voice actor Jonathan Joss
Read full article: Texas man indicted on murder charge in shooting of āKing of the Hillā voice actor Jonathan JossA grand jury in Texas has indicted a man on a murder charge in the shooting of āKing of the Hillā voice actor Jonathan Joss.
āļøYou think you know the Alamo? Wait until you see whatās coming!āļø
Read full article: āļøYou think you know the Alamo? Wait until you see whatās coming!āļøIf you think you know the Alamo⦠buckle up. Because whatās happening in San Antonio right now is nothing short of extraordinary. Houston Lifeās Melanie Camp hit the road for a classic Texas day trip ā music up, Buc-eeās pitstop included ā and rolled into downtown San Antonio to see what a $550 million investment is going to look like when itās poured directly into one of the most iconic landmarks in the world.
Former Alamo Trust president sues board, land commissioner and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for reinstatement
Read full article: Former Alamo Trust president sues board, land commissioner and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for reinstatementKate Rogers resigned from her position after Patrick criticized a 2023 dissertation in which she asserted the importance of Indigenous peopleās history at the Alamo.
Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report says
Read full article: Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report saysAs the stateās population grows, more travel options are needed in rural and smaller urban areas and between major cities, according to a draft of the first-of-its-kind plan.
Man kills 3 co-workers at Texas business, then dies after shooting himself, police say
Read full article: Man kills 3 co-workers at Texas business, then dies after shooting himself, police sayAuthorities say a 21-year-old man shot and killed three co-workers at a San Antonio, Texas, landscape supply company and then died after shooting himself.
UPS cargo plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 12, was on the ground in Texas for maintenance for more than a month
Read full article: UPS cargo plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 12, was on the ground in Texas for maintenance for more than a monthThe Associated Press said the plane was in Texas from Sept. 3 to Oct. 18, undergoing maintenance.
Texas cities grapple with order to remove rainbow crosswalks as state deadline approaches
Read full article: Texas cities grapple with order to remove rainbow crosswalks as state deadline approachesAt the direction of Gov. Greg Abbott, state transportation officials told local leaders to remove crosswalk art often used to mark historically LGBTQ+ neighborhoods or risk losing millions in funding.
Part-time jobs, loans and worry: Texas federal workers contend with government shutdown
Read full article: Part-time jobs, loans and worry: Texas federal workers contend with government shutdownMany federal workers missed their first full paycheck this weekend as the shutdown nears the one-month mark.
Indigenous Peoples Day post revives debate over how the Alamoās history should be told
Read full article: Indigenous Peoples Day post revives debate over how the Alamoās history should be toldThe post from the official Alamo account was condemned by Republican Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, who said āwoke has no place at the Alamo.ā
The San Antonio Spurs want to spend at least $500M on a new arena. Now they need help from voters
Read full article: The San Antonio Spurs want to spend at least $500M on a new arena. Now they need help from votersVoters in Bexar County, Texas, are set to decide on November 4 whether to allow $311 million in venue taxes to go toward helping build a new arena for the San Antonio Spurs.
Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan to miss season opener against Mavericks with sprained left wrist
Read full article: Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan to miss season opener against Mavericks with sprained left wristSpurs forward Jeremy Sochan will miss San Antonioās season opener at Dallas on Wednesday with a sprained left wrist.
Republican Carlos De La Cruz announces run for redrawn 35th Congressional District
Read full article: Republican Carlos De La Cruz announces run for redrawn 35th Congressional DistrictU.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz's brother is the latest to enter a GOP primary field vying for the San Antonio-area district newly gerrymandered to favor Republicans.
Texas GOP may be banking on low Hispanic turnout in new map
Read full article: Texas GOP may be banking on low Hispanic turnout in new mapRepublicans note that some of the districts they intend to flip were redrawn to become majority-Hispanic. Democrats say the GOP made sure to add Hispanic Texans who are unlikely to vote.
Texas Rep. John Lujan files to run in redrawn 35th Congressional District
Read full article: Texas Rep. John Lujan files to run in redrawn 35th Congressional DistrictLujan, a Republican, represents a state House district that covers southern and eastern portions of San Antonio, overlapping with the new congressional seat.
Immigrants seeking lawful work and citizenship are now subject to 'anti-Americanism' screening
Read full article: Immigrants seeking lawful work and citizenship are now subject to 'anti-Americanism' screeningImmigrants seeking a legal pathway to live and work in the United States will now be subject to screening for āanti-Americanismā due to a new policy implemented by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Five Texas school districts at risk of a state takeover after ratingsā release
Read full article: Five Texas school districts at risk of a state takeover after ratingsā releaseThe state can take control of a school district if at least one of its campuses receives a failing grade five years in a row.
Texas identifies the 119 people killed in Kerr County floods
Read full article: Texas identifies the 119 people killed in Kerr County floodsMost victims were Texans, but some were visiting from other states like California, Florida and Alabama. The youngest victims were 1 year old; the oldest was 91.
Homeland Security removes age limits for ICE recruits to boost hiring for Trump deportations
Read full article: Homeland Security removes age limits for ICE recruits to boost hiring for Trump deportationsThe Department of Homeland Security has removed age limits for new hires at the agency responsible for immigration enforcement.
San Antonio Spurs, DeāAaron Fox agree to four-year, $228M extension, AP source says
Read full article: San Antonio Spurs, DeāAaron Fox agree to four-year, $228M extension, AP source saysSan Antonio Spurs guard DeāAaron Fox has agreed to a four-year, $228 million contract extension, an AP source has confirmed.
Judge pauses Trump administration's push to expand fast-track deportations
Read full article: Judge pauses Trump administration's push to expand fast-track deportationsA federal judge has agreed to temporarily block the Trump administrationās efforts to expand fast-track deportations of immigrants who legally entered the U.S. under a process known as humanitarian parole.
Flaco Jimenez, Texas accordionist who expanded popularity of conjunto and Tejano music, dies at 86
Read full article: Flaco Jimenez, Texas accordionist who expanded popularity of conjunto and Tejano music, dies at 86Flaco Jimenez, the legendary accordionist from San Antonio who won multiple Grammys and helped expand the popularity of conjunto, Tejano and Tex-Mex music, has died.
Armies of Texas volunteers dig out, clean up, after fatal floods
Read full article: Armies of Texas volunteers dig out, clean up, after fatal floodsArmies of Texan volunteers are leading flood recovery and cleanup, supplementing official efforts even as more flooding hits and the search for the missing continues.
LIST: Here are mental health resources offered to those impacted by the Central Texas floods
Read full article: LIST: Here are mental health resources offered to those impacted by the Central Texas floodsIn the aftermath of the devastating floods in Central Texas, several companies are reaching out to offer free mental health services to the impacted communities.
Surviving Hill Country Floods: Family of 33 survives on hotel roof, woman and dogs ride out storm in kayak
Read full article: Surviving Hill Country Floods: Family of 33 survives on hotel roof, woman and dogs ride out storm in kayakA family of 33 from Austin all survived on the roof of a hotel while just a few miles away, a woman and her two dogs rode out the storm - literally - in a kayak.
Houston firefighters deploy to assist in Kerr County flood recovery
Read full article: Houston firefighters deploy to assist in Kerr County flood recoveryThe Houston Fire Department has dispatched an engine and a Tactical Deployment Unit with four members to assist flood recovery efforts in Kerr County, Texas.
Flash flood in Central Texas described as āOnce-in-a-Lifetimeā disaster by officials
Read full article: Flash flood in Central Texas described as āOnce-in-a-Lifetimeā disaster by officialsParts of Central Texas are experiencing what officials described as a ācatastrophic flooding event,ā where fatalities have been confirmed.
Houston misses Central Texasā flooding rains Saturday, but still picks up showers and storms this weekend
Read full article: Houston misses Central Texasā flooding rains Saturday, but still picks up showers and storms this weekendHoustonās Fourth of July forecast turned wet because of a pulse of energy in the atmosphere that matched with the ample moisture that continues to work its way from west to east across the state of Texas.