Low levels require South Texas Blood and Tissue Center to import blood

SAN ANTONIO – The holiday season brings a desperate need for blood donations at the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center (STBTC). “We needed to expand our refrigerators, our coolers, our hospital services area, to allow for more blood so we can support the community in need,” said STBTC spokesperson Francine Pina. Pina explained that … Read more

Multiple injuries reported after possible gas explosion at Fort Worth hotel, city council member says

The Fort Worth Fire Department stated in a tweet that firefighters are on the scene of a major incident in downtown Fort Worth. FORT WORTH, Texas — Officers and firefighters are responding to a Fort Worth hotel after there was a possible gas explosion on Monday afternoon.  Fort Worth Fire Department Public Information Officer Craig … Read more

Texas A&M President responds to online claims regarding university, Qatar campus

In a statement on Sunday, President Mark A. Welsh called the reports “simply wrong and based on false information and assumptions.” COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Editor’s Note: The attached video aired in August 2023. On Sunday, Texas A&M University President Gen. Mark A. Welsh III issued a statement about claims circulating online regarding the university … Read more

Katy resident claims $2 million Powerball prize, chooses to remain anonymous

HOUSTON — Talk about the greatest Christmas present ever! A Katy resident is $2 million richer after hitting all five numbers in a Powerball drawing last month. The winning ticket was bought at Timewise Food Store #295 along the Katy Freeway at Ernestes Road. The winner chose to remain anonymous. The quick-pick ticket sold in … Read more

City of Houston asks fans to be prepared for severe weather ahead of CFP national championship game

Houston emergency management officials are prepared to keep fans safe during the tailgate outside of NRG Stadium. HOUSTON — Houston residents and visitors should prepare for severe weather on Monday.  Right now, there is a TORNADO WATCH in effect for most of Southeast Texas until 9 p.m. Staff at the Emergency Operations Center shared parts … Read more

LIVE BLOG: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for several East Texas counties

TYLER, Texas — Severe weather is expected across East Texas Monday prompting CBS19 to declare Nov. 20 as an Eye on Weather Day. Keep up with the weather reports by downloading the FREE CBS19 mobile app: CLICK HERE FOR POWER OUTAGES Find live updates throughout the day below: 3:51PM- The National Weather Service has issued a Severe … Read more