If the pause on President Trump’s tariffs is lifted in 30 days, prices for building materials like lumber could go up and so could housing prices. HOUSTON — The world’s economy held its breath before new tariffs on Mexico and Canada were paused. If the pause on President Trump’s tariff is lifted, the trade war … Read more
The reigning NBA steals champ has Texas roots, and is eyeing a return to the playoffs alongside Wembanyama, Castle and company. SAN ANTONIO — The Spurs are on the clock for contention—not just for the future, but for the ongoing 2024-25 season too. In perhaps the team’s most significant acquisition (non-Wemby division) since signing LaMarcus … Read more
Authorities say the suspect would message victims through Snapchat and convince them to meet him in person, where he would allegedly sexually assault them. HAYS COUNTY, Texas — A 20-year-old man has been arrested following an investigation into claims that he sexually assaulted victims after messaging them via Snapchat. On Dec. 12, the Hays County … Read more
One child has already been rushed to the emergency room.
Meanwhile, the topic of school-choice vouchers continues to be one of Abbott’s top priorities for lawmakers to pass this session. SAN ANTONIO — Increasing teacher pay and cutting property taxes were among Gov. Greg Abbott’s top priorities outlined during his State of the State address on Sunday. Abbott vowed to boost teacher pay, stressing top … Read more
Castle played in 12 games in January, averaging a rookie-best 14.9 points, 3.6 assists and 3.1 rebounds in 27 minutes per game. SAN ANTONIO — The NBA has announced that Spurs rookie guard Stephon Castle has been named the Western Conference Rookie of the Month for January. That makes him just the second Spurs player … Read more
Chronically absent students — those who missed at least 10% of their school days — are more likely to drop out, education advocates say. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published in The Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. In a typical school week, Delaila Constante makes more than a dozen calls to … Read more