18-year-old who told police Arlington school threat was a prank is arrested, officials say

Police said Arlington High School officials notified police on Thursday “about a potential threat” that was posted to social media. ARLINGTON, Texas — An 18-year-old man was arrested in a reported threat against Arlington High School this week, after he claimed it was a prank, police said. Kevin Martinez-Molina faces a charge of terroristic threat … Read more

J.J. Watt says there is a double standard when it comes to criticism of Tua Tagoviola

The Miami Dolphins star quarterback left Thursday night’s game after suffering his third concussion of his NFL career. HOUSTON — Former Houston Texans defensive star J.J. Watt is defending Tua Tagovailoa after some have criticized the Miami Dolphins quarterback who suffered a concussion for the third time in his NFL career. Tagovailoa left Thursday night’s game … Read more

Do we like those odds? A look at Spurs’ Wembanyama betting specials | Locked On Spurs

Oddsmaker projects Wembanyama will do incredible things on the court next season, but will Spurs fans take those bets? SAN ANTONIO — In this episode of Locked On Spurs, host Jeff Garcia is joined by Sweep The League’s Rudy Campos and Jack Thompson for a roundtable discussion on San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama and his … Read more

Bodycam shows officers pull two boys from burning home; SA homeowner grabs gun, shoots burglar; police say | KENS 5 News Now

Follow us here to get the latest top headlines with KENS 5’s Sarah Forgany every weekday! SAN ANTONIO — A pair of Vidor Police officers are being credited with saving two children from a blazing house fire early Tuesday morning. MORE: ‘Thank you for saving me’ | Two young boys saved from house fire by pair … Read more

Texas’ prison guard shortfall makes it harder for inmates to get reprieve from extreme indoor heat, critics say

About 25% of Texas’ correctional officer positions are unfilled. Inmates say the shortages make it harder for them to get respite during hot summer months. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here.  The day before Patrick Womack was found face-down and unresponsive in a hot … Read more