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Texas lawmakers want to exempt police from deadly conduct charges
Read full article: Texas lawmakers want to exempt police from deadly conduct chargesLocal prosecutors have used the charge to punish police accused of misconduct. Legislation that would prevent that is advancing through the Legislature.
Smithson Valley celebrates historic 2024 state football championship with ring ceremony
Read full article: Smithson Valley celebrates historic 2024 state football championship with ring ceremonyThe Smithson Valley football team was presented with their championship rings, commemorating their 2024 UIL Class 5A-Division I State Football Championship victory.
Former SMU quarterback Keldric Luster transfers to Texas State University
Read full article: Former SMU quarterback Keldric Luster transfers to Texas State UniversityFormer three-star Southern Methodist University quarterback Keldric Luster is transferring to join the Texas State University Bobcats this fall, according to a report by On3 Sports on X.
Man accused of causing fatal west Bexar County crash was driving 108 mph, affidavit says
Read full article: Man accused of causing fatal west Bexar County crash was driving 108 mph, affidavit saysThe man accused of causing a deadly two-vehicle crash in far west Bexar County was going 108 mph at the time of the crash, over 60 miles over the speed limit, according to an arrest affidavit.
Haeran Ryu and Mao Saigo share the 3rd-round lead in the Chevron Championship
Read full article: Haeran Ryu and Mao Saigo share the 3rd-round lead in the Chevron ChampionshipHaeran Ryu capped a front-nine run in the Chevron Championship with a chip-in birdie on the ninth hole, then held on in tricky wind conditions Saturday for a share of the third-round lead with Mao Saigo.
1,400 pounds of illegally caught fish, sharks seized off South Texas coast; 12 fishermen detained
Read full article: 1,400 pounds of illegally caught fish, sharks seized off South Texas coast; 12 fishermen detainedThe United States Coast Guard detained 12 fishermen and seized hundreds of pounds of illegally caught fish and sharks off the South Texas coast.
US judge temporarily stops west Texas immigrant deportations under Alien Enemies Act
Read full article: US judge temporarily stops west Texas immigrant deportations under Alien Enemies ActA federal judge in west Texas has joined other courts in temporarily blocking the deportations of Venezuelan immigrants under an 18th-century wartime law known as the Alien Enemies Act.
‘It’s been my dream’: High school student aspires for Paralympics as she prepares for international Grand Prix events
Read full article: ‘It’s been my dream’: High school student aspires for Paralympics as she prepares for international Grand Prix eventsIsabel “Izzy” Crew is getting ready for three international Grand Prix events as she competes in the 2025 Texas Parasport Games in San Antonio.
Experts cast doubt on state’s report that undocumented immigrants cost Texas hospitals $122M in a month
Read full article: Experts cast doubt on state’s report that undocumented immigrants cost Texas hospitals $122M in a monthPolicy experts say undocumented immigrants' cost to hospitals is a small fraction of the total cost from uninsured Texans.
Texas universities say Trump administration restored immigration status of some international students
Read full article: Texas universities say Trump administration restored immigration status of some international studentsMore than 250 students in Texas had their status revoked in recent weeks. Despite the reversal, federal attorneys say they’re developing policies to resume terminations.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchases over 1,000 acres of land for new state park
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchases over 1,000 acres of land for new state parkThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased 1,100 acres to create a new state park in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, according to a news release.
Texas House Republicans flex their might after Democrats threaten legislative priorities
Read full article: Texas House Republicans flex their might after Democrats threaten legislative prioritiesAfter Republicans and Democrats fight over the budget and constitutional amendments, GOP members stake out a new battlefield.
Wesley Hunt has met with White House aides about entering the Texas Senate primary, AP sources say
Read full article: Wesley Hunt has met with White House aides about entering the Texas Senate primary, AP sources sayU.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt of Texas may enter his state’s Republican primary for a Senate seat, adding more intrigue to what is already a marquee midterm contest.
Texas lawmakers consider barring counties from mailing unsolicited voter registration forms
Read full article: Texas lawmakers consider barring counties from mailing unsolicited voter registration formsVoting rights advocates worry that legislation approved by House and Senate committees could make it harder to get more people on the rolls.
Immigration crackdown: Know your rights at the U.S. border and other ports of entry
Read full article: Immigration crackdown: Know your rights at the U.S. border and other ports of entryWhat immigrants and citizens should know about federal agents’ power to question and search people at airports and the border.
South Texas HS softball coach and mother arrested for alleged assault on opposing player and her mother, affidavits say
Read full article: South Texas HS softball coach and mother arrested for alleged assault on opposing player and her mother, affidavits sayA South Texas high school softball coach and her mother were arrested after allegedly assaulting an opposing player and her mother, according to affidavits obtained by KSAT.
Courier’s lawsuit seeks to block Texas Lottery from banning its services
Read full article: Courier’s lawsuit seeks to block Texas Lottery from banning its servicesLotto.com’s suit, which was filed Thursday, comes less than a week before the state agency votes to ban the third-party services.
Venezuelans subject to removal under wartime act have 12 hours to decide on contesting, docs show
Read full article: Venezuelans subject to removal under wartime act have 12 hours to decide on contesting, docs showMigrants subject to removal from the U.S. under the contested Alien Enemies Act are getting only about 12 hours to decide if they want to contest their removal, according to court documents unsealed Wednesday.
Woman saved from dog attack after neighbor fires gunshots, Converse police say
Read full article: Woman saved from dog attack after neighbor fires gunshots, Converse police sayA neighbor fired gunshots to prevent multiple dogs from further attacking a woman on Wednesday night, according to the Converse Police Department.
Texas lawmakers approve $1B private school voucher plan
Read full article: Texas lawmakers approve $1B private school voucher planTexas lawmakers on Thursday passed a $1 billion education bill that allows families to use public money to pay for private school tuition, a major victory for school voucher proponents nationwide that was cheered on by President Donald Trump.
Texas may officially recognize Gulf of America change after Senate gives first OK
Read full article: Texas may officially recognize Gulf of America change after Senate gives first OKSenate Bill 1717 would require the name of Gulf of Mexico to be changed in every official reference made by a state agency, resolution, rule or publication.
Texas school districts got their first A-F grades in five years. See how your school did here.
Read full article: Texas school districts got their first A-F grades in five years. See how your school did here.The Texas Education Agency released the 2022-23 school year ratings on Thursday after a 19-month legal battle over how those ratings are calculated.
TEA releases grades on San Antonio-area public schools, districts for 2022-23 academic year
Read full article: TEA releases grades on San Antonio-area public schools, districts for 2022-23 academic yearThe Texas Education Agency released its grades for each school and school district in the state for the 2022-23 academic year.
1 in 5 Texas schools got a D or F rating under new performance standards
Read full article: 1 in 5 Texas schools got a D or F rating under new performance standardsFailing grades for districts were made public for the first time since 2019. They showed schools with the poorest students were more likely to get a low score.
Unvaccinated person infected with measles highlights differing views on vaccines in Atascosa County
Read full article: Unvaccinated person infected with measles highlights differing views on vaccines in Atascosa CountyOver a week after a person infected with measles entered a religious center, Atascosa County warned residents of a potential exposure.
Scammers impersonating sheriff’s deputies prompt warnings across South Central Texas
Read full article: Scammers impersonating sheriff’s deputies prompt warnings across South Central TexasKendall County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Kevin Klaerner said he was shocked to hear his name was being used by scammers.
KSAT Q&A: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott discusses school vouchers, tariffs and new DOGE-inspired law
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott discusses school vouchers, tariffs and new DOGE-inspired lawTexas Governor Greg Abbott joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss school vouchers, tariffs and a bill that created a new regulation-cutting agency.
Bill to create dementia research institute approved in House, but could face $3 billion funding hurdle
Read full article: Bill to create dementia research institute approved in House, but could face $3 billion funding hurdleSome Republicans have bristled at the hefty cost of the bill, and Democrats could reject the funding for it over the school voucher dispute.
Man shot, killed after road rage incident escalates in Universal City, police chief says
Read full article: Man shot, killed after road rage incident escalates in Universal City, police chief saysA 36-year-old man died after he was shot multiple times during a road rage incident, Universal City police confirmed to KSAT.
Microburst of heavy winds damages Uvalde business; 2 drivers rescued from high water amid storm
Read full article: Microburst of heavy winds damages Uvalde business; 2 drivers rescued from high water amid stormSome areas, including San Antonio, received much-needed rainfall on Wednesday morning. Other areas, such as Uvalde, also dealt with storm damage caused by gusty winds.
Abbott signs first bill of session into law, creating a Texas DOGE
Read full article: Abbott signs first bill of session into law, creating a Texas DOGEThe first bill to reach Abbott’s desk this session creates a regulation-cutting state agency under the purview of the governor. It was passed with bipartisan supermajorities.
Victim killed in far west Bexar County multi-vehicle crash identified by medical examiner’s office
Read full article: Victim killed in far west Bexar County multi-vehicle crash identified by medical examiner’s officeA person died after a two-vehicle crash in far west Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Atascosa County adult who tested positive for measles has ‘recovered,’ state health department says
Read full article: Atascosa County adult who tested positive for measles has ‘recovered,’ state health department saysState health officials provided additional details Wednesday on a confirmed measles case in Atascosa County.
Man shot, killed during confrontation with neighbor, Kerr County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Man shot, killed during confrontation with neighbor, Kerr County Sheriff’s Office saysA 54-year-old man was shot and killed in a confrontation with a neighbor in Kerr County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Free film town hall at Hardberger Park will tackle incentives, legislation involvement
Read full article: Free film town hall at Hardberger Park will tackle incentives, legislation involvementAs conversations in the Texas Legislature continue about padding the state’s existing film incentives package, discussions at the local level are hitting the road.
Uvalde City Council unanimously approves settlement with Robb Elementary families
Read full article: Uvalde City Council unanimously approves settlement with Robb Elementary familiesOn Tuesday, Uvalde City Council members unanimously approved a settlement agreement with the families of the 19 student victims of the Robb Elementary School shooting.
School districts stay quiet as lawmakers push to limit when they can sue the state
Read full article: School districts stay quiet as lawmakers push to limit when they can sue the stateSchool leaders have privately criticized a bill that would make it harder to contest their performance ratings in court. But they did not testify against it to avoid lawmakers’ ire.
84% of the world's coral reefs hit by worst bleaching event on record
Read full article: 84% of the world's coral reefs hit by worst bleaching event on recordHarmful bleaching of the world’s coral has now grown to include 84% of the ocean’s reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history.
‘Need to be held responsible’: Family dealing with damages after illegal party on Bexar County land
Read full article: ‘Need to be held responsible’: Family dealing with damages after illegal party on Bexar County landDeep tire tracks stretch across one family’s recently seeded farmland in southwest Bexar County, and an illegal party is to blame.
‘Shaken’: Parents, players on edge after 8-year-old injured in shooting near Seguin Little League fields
Read full article: ‘Shaken’: Parents, players on edge after 8-year-old injured in shooting near Seguin Little League fieldsWhat was meant to be an ordinary night of youth baseball turned into a scene of panic and fear as gunfire erupted near Seguin Little League fields Monday evening, sending players, coaches and families scrambling for safety.
BCSO: Man left 3-year-old child alone in apartment to drink at nearby bar
Read full article: BCSO: Man left 3-year-old child alone in apartment to drink at nearby barA man was arrested after leaving his child alone in an apartment to drink at a nearby bar, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Judson ISD to implement portion of controversial Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this fall
Read full article: Judson ISD to implement portion of controversial Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this fallJudson Independent School District is set to implement a portion of the controversial Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this fall.
Texas may study the impact of immigration again, but focus only on costs
Read full article: Texas may study the impact of immigration again, but focus only on costsThe only time the state conducted such an assessment two decades ago, it found that undocumented Texans contributed more to the state’s economy than they cost the state.
Man wanted out of Bexar County arrested following chase in Jourdanton, ACSO says
Read full article: Man wanted out of Bexar County arrested following chase in Jourdanton, ACSO saysA man wanted out of Bexar County on multiple charges was arrested following a chase in Atascosa County, according to the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office.
Amended bill clarifying Texas abortion laws receives Senate panel approval
Read full article: Amended bill clarifying Texas abortion laws receives Senate panel approvalThe revised bill, which seeks to clarify when a doctor can perform medically necessary abortions, aims to address concerns from abortion advocates and conservative groups.
Former juvenile correctional officer arrested, accused of indecency with teen inmate, TJJD says
Read full article: Former juvenile correctional officer arrested, accused of indecency with teen inmate, TJJD saysA former Texas Juvenile Justice Department correctional officer has been arrested, accused of sexual conduct with a teenage inmate, according to a news release.
The Texas Lottery's top executive resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifies
Read full article: The Texas Lottery's top executive resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifiesThe executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission has resigned in the latest shake-up at the state’s retail gambling enterprise amid multiple investigations into large jackpots in 2023 and earlier this year and threats from some lawmakers to shut it down.
Historic Gruene Antique Company to close, plans to reopen as mercantile store
Read full article: Historic Gruene Antique Company to close, plans to reopen as mercantile storeAfter 39 years of operation, the Gruene Antique Company in Gruene Historic District will close its doors this summer and return to its historical roots as a mercantile store.
Early Texas hospital data shows millions spent in care for non-U.S. citizens
Read full article: Early Texas hospital data shows millions spent in care for non-U.S. citizensA state employee testified Monday that tens of thousands of people in the U.S. unlawfully were treated, but it was unclear how long the data had been collected.
Texas Lottery executive director resigns as lawmakers’ scrutiny mounts
Read full article: Texas Lottery executive director resigns as lawmakers’ scrutiny mountsThe Texas Lottery Commission did not immediately clarify why Ryan Mindell chose to resign, as lawmakers have discussed abolishing the lottery outright.
Texas deputy wounded; suspect held in shooting outside Houston courthouse, authorities say
Read full article: Texas deputy wounded; suspect held in shooting outside Houston courthouse, authorities sayAuthorities say a shootout in front of a family courthouse between several Texas deputies and a man with a handgun wounded one of the deputies as well as the suspect.
With the border quiet, Texas ponders spending another $6.5 billion on border security
Read full article: With the border quiet, Texas ponders spending another $6.5 billion on border securitySome are questioning whether lawmakers should commit billions more to border security with illegal crossings dwindling and a Trump immigration crackdown.
Crime Stoppers seeking tips in fatal 2021 shooting of 17-year-old in Leon Valley
Read full article: Crime Stoppers seeking tips in fatal 2021 shooting of 17-year-old in Leon ValleyCrime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in finding the person or persons responsible for the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old in April 2021.
Alito's dissent in deportation case says court rushed to block Trump with middle-of-the night order
Read full article: Alito's dissent in deportation case says court rushed to block Trump with middle-of-the night orderJustice Samuel Alito has written a sharp dissent that castigates the seven-member majority for blocking the Trump administration from deporting any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th-century wartime law.
Randolph girls’ track dominates 3A Regional Championship, eyes 4th consecutive state title
Read full article: Randolph girls’ track dominates 3A Regional Championship, eyes 4th consecutive state titleThe Randolph girls’ track and field team has dominated for the past few years, and during the 3A Regional Championship meet at Seguin’s Matador Stadium, history repeated itself.
García hits 2-run homer in 9th to lift Rangers past Dodgers, denying Roki Sasaki 1st win
Read full article: García hits 2-run homer in 9th to lift Rangers past Dodgers, denying Roki Sasaki 1st winAdolis García hit a two-run homer off former Texas closer Kirby Yates in the ninth inning, lifting the Rangers to a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Man arrested after waving assault-style rifle during mental health call, Cibolo police say
Read full article: Man arrested after waving assault-style rifle during mental health call, Cibolo police sayA man was taken into custody after he allegedly pulled out an assault-style rifle and waved it at officers during a mental health call, according to the Cibolo Police Department.
Taylor Nunez, other area stars shine on day one of UIL regional track and field meets
Read full article: Taylor Nunez, other area stars shine on day one of UIL regional track and field meetsThe 2025 UIL regional track and field meets are in full swing, showcasing some of Texas’s top high school talent as athletes vie for a spot at the state championships.
Edman hits leadoff HR filling in for Ohtani and Yamamoto strikes out 10 as Dodgers beat Texas 3-0
Read full article: Edman hits leadoff HR filling in for Ohtani and Yamamoto strikes out 10 as Dodgers beat Texas 3-0Yoshinobu Yamamoto matched his career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings after Tommy Edman led off the game with a home run and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Texas Rangers 3-0.
SCUCISD terminates teacher’s contract 2 years after student injured him
Read full article: SCUCISD terminates teacher’s contract 2 years after student injured himMore than two years after a traumatic brain injury sidelined a Steele High School teacher, the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District’s board voted to terminate his contract.
FULL INTERVIEW: The Von Erich brothers discuss their professional wrestling background, family lineage and more
Read full article: FULL INTERVIEW: The Von Erich brothers discuss their professional wrestling background, family lineage and moreThe KSAT Explains team jumped off the top rope into the world of professional wrestling in San Antonio.
DPS identifies second driver killed in multi-vehicle crash in Maverick County
Read full article: DPS identifies second driver killed in multi-vehicle crash in Maverick CountyThe Texas Department of Public Safety has identified the second driver killed in a multi-vehicle crash last week in Maverick County.
Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th-century wartime law
Read full article: Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th-century wartime lawThe Supreme Court has blocked, for now, the deportations of any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th-century wartime law.
Texas hemp farmers fear full THC ban would nip industry in the bud
Read full article: Texas hemp farmers fear full THC ban would nip industry in the budAs lawmakers work to close loopholes that allow minors access to cannabis consumables, hemp farmers warn a total THC ban would strangle a once-hailed crop.
Father and son arrested in connection with vehicle fraud scheme worth over $300K, Boerne police say
Read full article: Father and son arrested in connection with vehicle fraud scheme worth over $300K, Boerne police sayA father and son are facing multiple charges in connection with a vehicle fraud scheme worth over $300,000, according to the Boerne Police Department.
In private school voucher push, Gov. Abbott breaks through by playing hardball
Read full article: In private school voucher push, Gov. Abbott breaks through by playing hardballAnti-voucher Republicans said they voted for the bill so they could fight to improve it, and also to fend off political retribution.
In historic first, Texas House approves private school voucher program
Read full article: In historic first, Texas House approves private school voucher programThe bill would let families use taxpayer dollars for their children’s private schooling. Lawmakers also signed off on a sweeping $7.7 billion package to boost public school funding.
Texas bill increasing public school funding and teacher pay gets final House approval
Read full article: Texas bill increasing public school funding and teacher pay gets final House approvalThe lower chamber overwhelmingly voted in favor of House Bill 2, a sweeping $8 billion piece of legislation that would also limit schools’ reliance on teachers without formal classroom training.
Texas law students warn that bill to quash “terrorist activity” in universities could trample free speech rights
Read full article: Texas law students warn that bill to quash “terrorist activity” in universities could trample free speech rightsThe bill would require universities to report any visa-holding students who support terrorism, but its vague language could be dangerous, civil rights groups say.
Texas House OKs bill that gives schools more latitude to discipline students
Read full article: Texas House OKs bill that gives schools more latitude to discipline studentsA last-minute amendment would require students to go to alternative education settings if they attack a teacher or make terroristic threats.
Suspect in shooting at Dallas high school is in custody, officials say
Read full article: Suspect in shooting at Dallas high school is in custody, officials saySchool district officials say a suspect in a shooting at a Dallas high school that wounded four students and drew a heavy police response to the campus has been taken into custody.
Sen. Mayes Middleton announces bid for Texas attorney general
Read full article: Sen. Mayes Middleton announces bid for Texas attorney generalMiddleton is the second Republican to join what is expected to be a growing field of candidates angling to succeed Attorney General Ken Paxton as the state’s top legal official.