Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US
Read full article: Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the USSmall cities in big Texas metro areas are the fastest-growing in the U.S. The Census Bureau reported Thursday that Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna were at the top of the list from mid-2024 to mid-2025.
Topic of strangulation front and center for Texas’ new domestic violence prevention task force
Read full article: Topic of strangulation front and center for Texas’ new domestic violence prevention task forceStrangulation is the latest topic for the Texas Governor’s Family Violence Criminal Homicide Prevention Task Force, which is investigating key homicide indicators to make suggestions to the Texas Legislature.
Kendall County Fair reaches settlement with 2 injured in 2024 partial bleacher collapse
Read full article: Kendall County Fair reaches settlement with 2 injured in 2024 partial bleacher collapseTwo people injured in a deadly Kendall County bleacher collapse nearly two years ago have appeared to reach a settlement with the Kendall County Fair and several other defendants, according to court documents obtained by KSAT Investigates.
Parts of Texas immigration law are likely unconstitutional, federal judge signals
Read full article: Parts of Texas immigration law are likely unconstitutional, federal judge signalsThe law, which gives state law enforcement and judges a role in immigration enforcement, is set to go into effect in two days.
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.
San Marcos police officer issued 24-hour suspension, retraining after policy violations during arrests, city says
Read full article: San Marcos police officer issued 24-hour suspension, retraining after policy violations during arrests, city saysA San Marcos police officer who was placed on administrative leave last month after two arrests has been issued a 24-hour suspension and mandatory retraining, the city said in a statement.
Volunteers needed for Memorial Day flag placement at Fort Sam Houston
Read full article: Volunteers needed for Memorial Day flag placement at Fort Sam HoustonFlags for Fallen Vets, a Texas nonprofit, is reaching out to San Antonio for help placing flags to honor veterans buried at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery.
FedEx driver accused of selling drugs out of delivery truck in Gillespie County, deputies say
Read full article: FedEx driver accused of selling drugs out of delivery truck in Gillespie County, deputies sayThe Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) said a FedEx delivery driver was recently arrested for allegedly selling cocaine and other drugs while on the job.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Netflix over alleged collection of user data with permission
Read full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Netflix over alleged collection of user data with permissionTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton recently filed a lawsuit against Netflix, claiming that the platform has collected users’ data without their permission, according to a news release.
Houston seafood chain exits San Antonio after shuttering final two locations
Read full article: Houston seafood chain exits San Antonio after shuttering final two locationsMambo Seafood, a Texas restaurant chain specializing in Latin-inspired American seafood, has exited the San Antonio market after suddenly shuttering its last two locations at the end of April.
Companies moving their legal homes to Texas is good PR, but don’t expect many new jobs
Read full article: Companies moving their legal homes to Texas is good PR, but don’t expect many new jobsA company’s legal home determines which state taxes and laws governing corporations it will be subject to. Some are fleeing Delaware in search of a friendlier environment in Texas.
Affidavit: 4 accused of stealing $16K+ worth of items at Ulta Beauty stores across Bexar County
Read full article: Affidavit: 4 accused of stealing $16K+ worth of items at Ulta Beauty stores across Bexar CountyFour women were arrested in connection with a series of thefts at Ulta Beauty stores across Bexar County that spanned nearly a year, according to arrest affidavits.
Despite partial reopening, Leon Valley driver’s license office still experencing temporary closures
Read full article: Despite partial reopening, Leon Valley driver’s license office still experencing temporary closuresAlthough the Leon Valley driver’s license office has partially reopened, some people arrived to find the office closed.
Texas’ new task force addresses stalking in push to prevent domestic violence homicides
Read full article: Texas’ new task force addresses stalking in push to prevent domestic violence homicidesThe first subject the Family Violence Criminal Homicide Prevention Task Force addressed was stalking, which is rampant in abusive relationships. Members believe laws can be stronger, and community awareness is necessary.
What we know about 6 people found dead in a Laredo boxcar, another found near Bexar County railroad
Read full article: What we know about 6 people found dead in a Laredo boxcar, another found near Bexar County railroadFive of the six people found dead inside a shipping container Sunday in Laredo have been identified, according to the Webb County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Body found near Bexar County railroad believed to be connected to Laredo boxcar deaths, sheriff says
Read full article: Body found near Bexar County railroad believed to be connected to Laredo boxcar deaths, sheriff saysAuthorities believe a body found near railroad tracks in southwest Bexar County is connected to the six people found dead inside a boxcar in Laredo over the weekend, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said in a news conference Monday.
Federal appeals court temporarily halts execution of Texas death row inmate Edward Busby
Read full article: Federal appeals court temporarily halts execution of Texas death row inmate Edward BusbyThursday’s execution was blocked by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals “pending further order” from the court.
Teachers with national certification earn more, but Texas is questioning its worth
Read full article: Teachers with national certification earn more, but Texas is questioning its worthThe National Board Certification is widely considered the most demanding for teachers. Texas leaders are examining whether it fits the state’s merit-based system.
Texas took their licenses. Now these immigrant truckers face lost livelihoods, sense of betrayal
Read full article: Texas took their licenses. Now these immigrant truckers face lost livelihoods, sense of betrayalTexas was among the first states to heed Trump administration directives to revoke commercial driver’s licenses from some immigrants as a safety measure.
Ex-San Antonio police officer James Brennand makes pre-trial court appearance
Read full article: Ex-San Antonio police officer James Brennand makes pre-trial court appearanceA former San Antonio police officer returned to a Bexar County courtroom on Monday morning ahead of his summertime trial.
SEC receives 6 of the top 8 seeds in NCAA softball bracket, including No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 Texas
Read full article: SEC receives 6 of the top 8 seeds in NCAA softball bracket, including No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 TexasThe Southeastern Conference received six of the top eight seeds in the NCAA Division I Softball Championship when the 64-team field was revealed on Sunday, including Alabama at No. 1, defending national champion Texas at No. 2 and Oklahoma at No. 3.
BCSO: Man dead after suffering gunshot wound, found unconscious outside far West Side home
Read full article: BCSO: Man dead after suffering gunshot wound, found unconscious outside far West Side homeThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a potential homicide after a man died from a gunshot wound to the abdomen Wednesday night.
New Braunfels woman indicted for attempted arson of Comal County Republican Headquarters, DOJ says
Read full article: New Braunfels woman indicted for attempted arson of Comal County Republican Headquarters, DOJ saysA federal grand jury indicted a New Braunfels woman in connection with an attempted arson at the Comal County Republican Party Headquarters, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas announced Friday.
Big Bend border wall plans canceled for national park after backlash, Border Patrol commissioner says
Read full article: Big Bend border wall plans canceled for national park after backlash, Border Patrol commissioner saysTexans across the political spectrum opposed wall construction in the national park. Now the agency’s plans include roadways and digital surveillance to monitor the rugged region.
In parched Texas, a state fund to boost water projects falls almost $3 billion short of demand
Read full article: In parched Texas, a state fund to boost water projects falls almost $3 billion short of demandTen water projects received initial approval to split $1.28 billion in state money this year, but 13 others didn’t make the cut — including one that may supply drought-stricken Corpus Christi.
Texas agency that inspects jails doesn’t go far to find its new director
Read full article: Texas agency that inspects jails doesn’t go far to find its new directorRicky Armstrong had been interim director of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, which monitors county lockups that mainly hold people awaiting trial, since February.
Texas Eats NOW: Mother’s Day Brunch, Authentic Neapolitan Pizza, and Award-Winning Texas Barbecue
Read full article: Texas Eats NOW: Mother’s Day Brunch, Authentic Neapolitan Pizza, and Award-Winning Texas BarbecueDavid Elder celebrates Mother’s Day at LA PANADERÍA, enjoys authentic wood-fired pizza at DOUGH PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA, and heads to Austin for nationally acclaimed BBQ at LEROY AND LEWIS BARBECUE.
FBI probe finds Austin bar shooter was 'lone actor' in deadly March attack that killed 3
Read full article: FBI probe finds Austin bar shooter was 'lone actor' in deadly March attack that killed 3The FBI says the man who killed three people and wounded more than a dozen others in a mass shooting at a downtown Austin, Texas, bar in March acted alone and there's no evidence he was supported or directed by a foreign terrorist group.
I-35 in northeast Bexar County to briefly close this weekend for construction, TxDOT says
Read full article: I-35 in northeast Bexar County to briefly close this weekend for construction, TxDOT saysBoth directions of Interstate 35 in northeast Bexar County are expected to be closed this weekend for construction, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
Spring Branch man sentenced to 40 years in prison for assaulting 2 people at RV park
Read full article: Spring Branch man sentenced to 40 years in prison for assaulting 2 people at RV parkA Spring Branch man will spend the next four decades behind bars after assaulting two people at an RV park while intoxicated, according to the Comal County District Attorney’s Office.
‘Another mandate without funding’: New Texas law could cost school districts millions
Read full article: ‘Another mandate without funding’: New Texas law could cost school districts millionsSenate Bill 546 requires all Texas school districts to install three-point seatbelts on buses. However, many districts have buses both with and without this requirement, and the state is not paying for the upgrades.
Judge dismisses $50M defamation lawsuit tied to Frio County vote harvesting probe
Read full article: Judge dismisses $50M defamation lawsuit tied to Frio County vote harvesting probeA Frio County judge dismissed a $50 million lawsuit filed on behalf of several elected leaders charged in a state-led vote harvesting investigation, according to court records obtained by KSAT Investigates.
Rising beef and milk prices driven by drought, supply shortages
Read full article: Rising beef and milk prices driven by drought, supply shortagesConsumers may have noticed higher prices for staple items such as beef and milk at the grocery store in the last few months. Those increases reflect deeper challenges facing farmers and ranchers across Texas and the nation, according to the Texas Farm Bureau.
Man accused in Dallas-area shootings that killed 2 and injured 3 charged with capital murder
Read full article: Man accused in Dallas-area shootings that killed 2 and injured 3 charged with capital murderPolice say a man accused of shooting five people, killing two, in back-to-back shootings at a shopping center and an apartment building in suburban Dallas has been charged with two counts of capital murder.
Suspect in deadly Eagle Pass casino shooting ruled competent to stand trial
Read full article: Suspect in deadly Eagle Pass casino shooting ruled competent to stand trialA San Antonio man accused of fatally shooting two people and injuring five others at an Eagle Pass casino late last year has been found competent to stand trial.
Hunt residents see progress on Hunt Post Office reopening
Read full article: Hunt residents see progress on Hunt Post Office reopeningEfforts to reopen the Hunt Post Office are ongoing after it was destroyed by last year's flood on July 4 flood, which has forced residents to travel to Ingram for mail services.
Rising housing costs in Bexar County tied to growing public health crisis
Read full article: Rising housing costs in Bexar County tied to growing public health crisisAs housing costs climb across Bexar County, data from Metro Health reveals families are increasingly forced to choose between housing and healthcare — a tradeoff now being linked to worsening physical and mental health outcomes.
Man arrested for online solicitation of minor, Bexar County sheriff says
Read full article: Man arrested for online solicitation of minor, Bexar County sheriff saysA man was arrested after communicating with undercover investigators he believed to be a 16-year-old girl, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
What’s next for the Texas hemp industry after court ruling on Delta-8 THC?
Read full article: What’s next for the Texas hemp industry after court ruling on Delta-8 THC?In the latest series of zigs and zags on hemp regulation, the Texas Supreme Court has paved the way for the Texas Department of State Health Services to ban an alternative form of THC that helped kickstart the state’s $5.5 billion consumable hemp industry.
Texas lifts safety rule enacted after deadly flood, clearing the way for some summer camps to reopen
Read full article: Texas lifts safety rule enacted after deadly flood, clearing the way for some summer camps to reopenNineteen camps had sued over a regulation that required fiber optic connectivity. An agreement with the state allows sites to operate with other broadband internet service.
Man arrested in connection with fatal RV fire, Medina County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Man arrested in connection with fatal RV fire, Medina County Sheriff’s Office saysA man was arrested in connection with an RV fire that killed a 70-year-old, according to the Medina County Sheriff’s Office.
2 killed and 3 injured in back-to-back shootings north of Dallas, police say
Read full article: 2 killed and 3 injured in back-to-back shootings north of Dallas, police sayTexas police say a man shot five people, killing two, in back-to-back shootings Tuesday near Dallas because he was angry over business dealings with the victims.
Alamo Heights community reacts after ICE detains mother, 2 children
Read full article: Alamo Heights community reacts after ICE detains mother, 2 childrenTwo children and their mother were detained in the San Antonio area by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) spokesperson confirmed to KSAT.
Texas’ 18th Congressional District Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to know
Read full article: Texas’ 18th Congressional District Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to knowThe Democratic runoff for the Houston-based seat — a longtime bastion of Black political power — pits the Texas delegation’s newest member, Christian Menefee, against one of its longest-tenured, Al Green.
4-year-old boy dies from gunshot wound, Zavala County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: 4-year-old boy dies from gunshot wound, Zavala County Sheriff’s Office saysThe Zavala County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 4-year-old boy died Sunday from gunshot wounds, the agency said in a Facebook post.
Police ask public for help, seek suspects in Texas shooting that killed 2 teens, wounded 10 others
Read full article: Police ask public for help, seek suspects in Texas shooting that killed 2 teens, wounded 10 othersPolice are asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in a shooting at a party in Amarillo, Texas, that killed two teenagers and wounded 10 other people.
Suspect arrested after 3 injured in shooting in downtown New Braunfels, police say
Read full article: Suspect arrested after 3 injured in shooting in downtown New Braunfels, police sayA suspect was arrested after three people were injured in a shooting in downtown New Braunfels, according to a press release.
67-year-old man accused of sexual assault of a child, Bexar County sheriff says
Read full article: 67-year-old man accused of sexual assault of a child, Bexar County sheriff saysA 67-year-old man taken into custody on Saturday is accused of sexual assault of a child, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said.
Texas Eats NOW: Giant pizzas, New York-style slices, festive favorites, tropical bowls, and flavor-packed wings
Read full article: Texas Eats NOW: Giant pizzas, New York-style slices, festive favorites, tropical bowls, and flavor-packed wingsDavid Elder tries massive pies at BIG LOU’S PIZZA, taste New York flavor at FLORIO’S PIZZA, visits MI FAMILIA for Mexican classics, cools off with PLAYA BOWLS, and dives into bold flavors at 6IXTY WINGS.
Texans can continue to mail-order abortion pills for now, Supreme Court says
Read full article: Texans can continue to mail-order abortion pills for now, Supreme Court saysThe 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that mifepristone must be obtained in person, a decision the country’s highest court has temporarily blocked.
Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way.
Read full article: Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way.In March, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick directed state senators to explore ways to close “gambling loopholes” that allow online prediction markets to operate in Texas, raising concerns that state elections and sporting events could be manipulated for profit.
Neighbors surprised by attack on teen, manhunt for suspect in Kerr County
Read full article: Neighbors surprised by attack on teen, manhunt for suspect in Kerr CountyA manhunt in Kerr County for David Bryan Cox, 44, ended with his arrest Friday morning. Cox was wanted in connection with an attack on a teenage boy the previous day.
Texas shops can still sell smokeable hemp THC until July 27, judge rules
Read full article: Texas shops can still sell smokeable hemp THC until July 27, judge rulesA Travis County district judge has allowed the sale of natural smokeable hemp products, such as flower buds and rolled joints, to continue until July 27.
RESULTS: All Bexar County-area municipal and school district races, key measures in May 2 election
Read full article: RESULTS: All Bexar County-area municipal and school district races, key measures in May 2 electionBalcones Heights, Castle Hills, Helotes, Hollywood Park, Kirby, Leon Valley, among cities included on the May 2 ballot, which also includes SCUCISD and NEISD.
Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD voters to decide on $295M bond for safety, infrastructure upgrades
Read full article: Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD voters to decide on $295M bond for safety, infrastructure upgradesVoters in the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District are preparing to weigh in on a $295 million bond proposal that would fund safety, infrastructure and technology upgrades across the district.
San Antonio man pleads guilty to charges related to ATM explosions, gun possession, DOJ says
Read full article: San Antonio man pleads guilty to charges related to ATM explosions, gun possession, DOJ saysA San Antonio man has pleaded guilty to multiple federal charges related to ATM explosions and possession of guns, according to a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) news release.
Rep. Greg Casar unveils bill targeting utility costs as part of progressives’ “affordability agenda”
Read full article: Rep. Greg Casar unveils bill targeting utility costs as part of progressives’ “affordability agenda”The proposal is part of a package from the Casar-led Congressional Progressive Caucus focused on cost of living. It’s unlikely to go anywhere but could give Democrats a campaign blueprint.
Code Red Alert issued for man considered ‘armed and dangerous,’ Kerr County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Code Red Alert issued for man considered ‘armed and dangerous,’ Kerr County Sheriff’s Office saysA Code Red Alert has been issued for a man considered “armed and dangerous,” according to the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO).
Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way.
Read full article: Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way.A Trump administration agency has sued other states that sought to regulate Kalshi, Polymarket and other prediction operations under their gambling laws.
ICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work.
Read full article: ICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work.Unlike criminal warrants, ICE administrative warrants don’t require approval from an independent judge. ICE defends the practice, but legal experts say they can have errors and risk wrongful detention.
What led up to Camp Mystic shutting down for the summer
Read full article: What led up to Camp Mystic shutting down for the summerCamp Mystic planned to reopen this summer at its Cypress Lake location a half-mile away from the Guadalupe River location, but the Eastland family elected to not renew its camp license application on Thursday.
What to expect on the May 2 ballot in Bexar County
Read full article: What to expect on the May 2 ballot in Bexar CountyBexar County’s general election includes school board races, mayoral contests, bond propositions and tax measures. Here’s a full breakdown of what voters can expect on their ballot.
Texas executes James Broadnax after Supreme Court rejects final appeal tied to cousin’s confession
Read full article: Texas executes James Broadnax after Supreme Court rejects final appeal tied to cousin’s confessionBroadnax, who was convicted of killing two music producers in Garland in a 2008 robbery, is the third inmate executed by the state this year.
Converse surgical assistant’s license restricted after sexual abuse of child arrest
Read full article: Converse surgical assistant’s license restricted after sexual abuse of child arrestThe Texas Medical Board has temporarily restricted a Converse man’s surgical assistant license after he was arrested for sexual abuse of a child, according to a restriction order document obtained by KSAT.
Camp Mystic drops summer reopening plan over outrage by families and Texas lawmakers
Read full article: Camp Mystic drops summer reopening plan over outrage by families and Texas lawmakersCamp Mystic officials have withdrawn their application for a license to operate this summer, a year after devastating floods tore through the river-side camp site, killing 25 young campers and two teenage counselors.
Supreme Court voting rights ruling empowers Texas Republicans to redraw more partisan maps
Read full article: Supreme Court voting rights ruling empowers Texas Republicans to redraw more partisan mapsTexas lawmakers will be able to draw more aggressively partisan maps for the state House, Senate and education board when they return in 2027.
Christian Menefee’s district sat vacant for 11 months. His first bill in Congress would set a deadline for special elections.
Read full article: Christian Menefee’s district sat vacant for 11 months. His first bill in Congress would set a deadline for special elections.The Houston Democrat was elected earlier this year to finish out the term of Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died in March 2025. The safely blue district was left vacant for 334 days.
Spurs fans find smashed car windshields after Game 5; BCSO investigating
Read full article: Spurs fans find smashed car windshields after Game 5; BCSO investigatingSpurs fans found smashed car windshields after the team’s first-round playoff series win on Tuesday. Now, the Bexar County Sheriff's Office is seeking any witnesses with information on what happened.
Walmart breaks its no-frills mold with in-store beauty experts and personalized advice
Read full article: Walmart breaks its no-frills mold with in-store beauty experts and personalized adviceWalmart customers may find something new the next time they’re looking for makeup and skin care products: in-store advisers offering personalized tips and recommendations.
San Antonio Park Police officer arrested after assaulting woman, BCSO says
Read full article: San Antonio Park Police officer arrested after assaulting woman, BCSO saysA San Antonio Park Police officer was arrested on Wednesday after assaulting a woman, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Search underway for man accused of threatening to kill Karnes County judge, KCSO says
Read full article: Search underway for man accused of threatening to kill Karnes County judge, KCSO saysThe Karnes County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) said it is searching for a man accused of threatening to kill a judge and members of law enforcement.
A Houston ISD exec tapped for Beaumont schools superintendent during its second state takeover
Read full article: A Houston ISD exec tapped for Beaumont schools superintendent during its second state takeoverFormer Houston school administrators now work as superintendents or key executives in three districts under Texas’ control. This is Beaumont’s second state intervention in recent years.
Bexar County tax assessor warns residents of vehicle purchase scams after buyers lose thousands
Read full article: Bexar County tax assessor warns residents of vehicle purchase scams after buyers lose thousandsBexar County Tax Assessor-Collector Albert Uresti said four people were recently scammed out of thousands of dollars after purchasing vehicles.
Probationary detention deputy fired after arrest for possession of a controlled substance, BCSO says
Read full article: Probationary detention deputy fired after arrest for possession of a controlled substance, BCSO saysA probationary detention deputy has been fired after Bexar County sheriff deputies arrested him on a warrant for possession of a controlled substance, according to a news release.
U.S. Supreme Court weakens key pillar of Voting Rights Act, opening the door for Texas to redraw political maps
Read full article: U.S. Supreme Court weakens key pillar of Voting Rights Act, opening the door for Texas to redraw political mapsWhile the court did not strike down the provision entirely, Justice Elena Kagan said Wednesday’s ruling made Section 2 of the VRA “all but a dead letter.”