Fire crews were able to contain the fire, and the cleanup process is now underway, officials said shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Friday. DESOTO, Texas — Residents in Desoto were let back into their homes Friday after they were forced to evacuate when a 5,000-gallon diesel fuel tanker caught fire earlier in the day. “When … Read more
The Astros are down to five healthy starting pitchers on their 40-man roster. HOUSTON — Houston Astros pitchers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy both underwent Tommy John surgery this week, the team disclosed Friday. The Astros also placed outfielder Kyle Tucker on the 10-day injured list with a bruised right shin. The team didn’t make … Read more
Other cities have passed similar measures, but Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued to block them from going into effect. DALLAS — Editor’s note: This story was originally published in the Texas Tribune here. Dallas voters could decide whether to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana if City Council members approve a plan to put the … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — Investigators are working to figure out what caused a fire that destroyed a home on the northeast side early Saturday morning, according to officials. The incident took place at the 6400 block of Ridge Circle Drive at 1:14 a.m. Saturday. Officials say neighbors were evacuated as a precaution and nobody was home … Read more
LOS GATOS, Calif. – Although its video streaming service sparkles with a Hollywood sheen, Netflix still taps its roots in Silicon Valley to stay a step ahead of traditional TV and movie studios. The Los Gatos, California, company, based more than 300 miles away from Hollywood, frequently reaches into its technological toolbox without viewers even … Read more
Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen is capitalizing on late-night business with additional staff and entertainment. SAN ANTONIO — The scorching temperatures are here to stay, but the heat can be draining on small businesses. That’s why one outdoor bar and kitchen is changing with the season. At Elsewhere, when the sun goes down, business goes … Read more
The Laredo Democrat faces allegations of bribery, money laundering and working on behalf of a foreign government. WASHINGTON — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar’s corruption trial will take place next year after Election Day, according to a court order Friday. The Laredo … Read more