The rise of esports in NISD: from classroom to competitive

Keep your chins up, parents: gaming is now a career. As esports become increasingly more popular and respected, the possibilities and opportunities for gaming are expanding. Recommended Videos According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than 90% of children older than 2 years play video games, and three-quarters of American households own a video … Read more

Truck driver had prohibited CDL, failed multiple drug tests before fatal bus crash, affidavit states

BASTROP COUNTY, Texas – A truck driver accused of crashing into a Hays CISD school bus — killing a 5-year-old boy on board and a 33-year-old man in another car — failed multiple drug tests and had a “prohibited” license at the time of the crash, according to court records. Jerry Hernandez, 43, has been … Read more

SAPD cadets learn how to respond to incidents involving people with autism

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio nonprofits have teamed up to create a training program to help San Antonio police cadets better understand autism spectrum disorders. Any Baby Can of San Antonio, a local nonprofit serving families with children and youth facing serious health or developmental challenges, is part of the group behind the program. Robert … Read more

Former Astros reliever hits three Rangers batters, and Texas fans quickly make the connection

Three Rangers were hit by a former Astros reliever, a connection that was quickly made by Texas fans. DALLAS — The Rangers-Astros rivalry is a tinderbox ready to ignite at the slightest sight of a spark. Even from a Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher, whether he intended to or not. Right-hander Phil Maton entered Monday … Read more