Crystal City ISD abruptly lays off 40 employees during the holidays, will close Pre-K3 program at start of 2025

The district cited financial constraints, an overprojection in enrollment, funding formulas and inflationary factors that led to their decision. SAN ANTONIO — The final hours of school heading into Christmas break are usually tinged with excitement and joy.  But the last day of Crystal City ISD’s fall semester arrived with a bombshell: When students return … Read more

‘I should have a little one year old grandson running around’ | One year later, Matthew Guerra family reflects

The Guerras also talk about their fight for justice, including a new law, Baby Fabian’s Law. SAN ANTONIO — Saturday will mark one year since the deaths of Matthew Guerra, Savanah Soto and Baby Fabian. It’s a story that shocked many in San Antonio and Friday afternoon, the Guerra family once again opened their hearts … Read more

Smithson Valley, Highland Park to duke it out in ‘winningest coaching matchup in UIL Texas High School Football Championship history’

Smithson Valley handled Angleton in the Class 5A-DI Semifinals and now has a shot to do what no other Rangers squad has done previously: Win the whole thing. DALLAS — Will the fifth time be the charm?  On Saturday the 2024 Smithson Valley Rangers can win the school’s elusive first state title when they take … Read more

Texas high school playoffs football scores: Results from every state championship game

Here is a look at scores from all 12 high school football state championship games in Texas. ARLINGTON, Texas — 24 teams remain. 12 will hoist a trophy. And it all unfolds in AT&T Stadium. From Wednesday to Saturday, 24 teams will compete for UIL State championships. There’s a potential for DFW dominance this year … Read more

Sidearm-throwing lefty reliever Hoby Milner agrees to 1-year deal with his hometown Texas Rangers

Milner played baseball at Robert L. Paschal High School in Fort Worth. ARLINGTON, Texas — Left-handed reliever Hoby Milner agreed to a $2.5 million one-year contract with the Texas Rangers on Friday, joining the team he grew up watching in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and where he still lives. The sidearm-throwing Milner, who turns 34 … Read more

Playoff game between Texas and Clemson expected to boost tourism during normally slow period

Experts say the weekend could bring in $80 million to Austin’s economy. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin usually sees tourism slow down this time of year, but the College Football Playoff game is changing that. With the Texas Longhorns hosting the Clemson Tigers in Austin on Saturday, experts say millions could be injected into the local … Read more