West Texas police captain selected to represent Texas law enforcement in Special Olympics

“This is a dream come true, and I’m honored to represent our community on the world stage,” said Odessa PD Captain Caleb Lacey. ODESSA, Texas — An officer with the Odessa Police Department (OPD) was selected to represent Texas law enforcement on the world stage of the Special Olympics. OPD Captain Caleb Lacey will be … Read more

‘We’re hanging on!’: As egg prices hit all-time high, our beloved breakfast tacos are caught in the middle

Beginning this week, Taco Palenque added a 50-cent surcharge to their breakfast plates with eggs. Other restaurants are trying to keep prices stable. SAN ANTONIO — Egg prices hit a record high Wednesday. The national average price of a dozen Grade A eggs is $4.95, shattering the previous record of $4.82 two years ago. Organic … Read more

‘We need help’ | San Antonio Police Officers’ Association president behind push for bail reform this legislative session

On Wednesday, a senate committee advanced the bail bond package they claim will give judges more opportunities to deny bail to suspects they believe are a threat. SAN ANTONIO — Texas lawmakers are pushing for bail reform this legislative session. A change that San Antonio’s own police chief has been calling for. On Wednesday, a … Read more

Texas teen on life support after contracting the flu and going into cardiac arrest multiple times

17-year-old Alina Valenzuela is fighting for her life in a Houston hospital. PEARSALL, Texas — An unstoppable world for a 17-year-old Alina Valenzuela has now come to a terrifying halt. “Friday afternoon she went into cardiac arrest, they transferred her to Houston then on the way over she went into cardiac arrest again,” Leticia, Alina’s … Read more

Mavs coach Jason Kidd addresses skipped postgame interview after tumultuous night at American Airlines Center

In a rare move by an NBA head coach, Kidd didn’t talk after the Mavericks’ overtime loss. On Wednesday, he addressed his absence. DALLAS — In a rare move by an NBA head coach, Jason Kidd skipped his postgame interview Monday night after the Mavericks’ overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings. On Wednesday, Kidd addressed … Read more